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1. We celebrate Veteran's Day in the US of A on November 11th. When did you last interact with a member of the armed forces (either currently serving or retired)? Have you ever written a letter to a soldier, bought a meal or coffee for a solider, said an unprompted thank you to a soldier you encountered out and about somewhere? If you're not in the US, comment on a similar holiday in your own country.
I do write letters to soldiers during the Christmas season. I saw one of my relatives yesterday and thanked him for his service. I see my husband every day. My father's brother was killed in France the day after the Normandy invasion. We are a family filled with veterans.
2. You can have fifty pounds of anything at all (except money)...what would you choose?
A black or chocolate lab.
3. When did you last receive an invitation in the 'real' mail? What was it for and did you attend? When it comes to RSVP-ing, are you an 'early responder' or a 'last minute, barely-under-the-wire' kind of guest?
Last year. It was an invitation to graduation. I'm always early responding. I know what it's like waiting for those last minute people.
4. What's something you really don't like to waste?
Toothpaste. Must squeeze that tube until the very last drop is used.
5. Cheers, Friends, MASH, Seinfeld...of the ones listed, your favorite long-running sitcom?
Friends. I didn't watch any of the others. I know. I know. Unamerican!
6. What decision are you glad you made?
After Willie crossed the rainbow bridge, we decided not to get another dog. And then we changed our minds. Thus Fergus.
7. In this month of 'Thanksgiving' what is one thing that's different today than it was a year ago that you're grateful for?
There hasn't been much change in our lives since last year, so I'm going to say I'm grateful we are all still healthy.
8. Insert your own random thought here.
Okay, so much about dogs in this post. But Saturday, that would be three days away, we are getting Findley. Findley and Fergus have the same mother, but different fathers. Fergus lost his dad before he was born. Findley's dad is of unknown origin. Seems Mom, a Border Collie, had a one night stand. They think the perpetrator was a wire haired terrior. I haven't seen Findley, but I hear he has a beard and mustache. I can't wait to meet him. Yes, I'm getting him sight unseen. We do know he is black and white like Fergus.
Linking to Wednesday Hodgepodge
First of all, I want to thank everyone who joined and commented on Rubbish Tuesday. I was afraid no one would be interested. And a big Thank You to those who helped pass the word.
We have several varieties of Doves here, but this is my favorite and the most rare. I like the color. I've looked in the National Geographic Field Guide to Birds and think this Dove matches the Zenaida Dove. But the book doesn't mention them in this area.
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Wild Bird Wednesday
As I was driving down a back road last weekend, I saw this mom and baby up on a hill. They seemed to be enjoying this warm spring day.
Linking to Rurality
1. April 22nd is Earth Day. Are you inspired by nature? In what way?
I grew up on a farm. We didn't have TV, cell phones, or electronic games, so my brother and I spent the days exploring fields, woods, and creeks. When I lived in Dallas, the farm was my favorite vacation spot. To rejuvinate, I required fresh air and quiet not found in a busy city. I would take a book back to my favorite tree and read while listening to the sounds of nature. The perfect holiday.
2. Down to earth, four corners of the earth, move heaven and earth, not have an earthly chance, or salt of the earth...which earthly idiom have you most recently encountered? Explain.
Down to earth. While watching The Voice last night, Hubs described one of the contestants as vain and full of herself and another as kind and 'down to earth'.
3. Share one piece of advice you might give a newly engaged couple.
Be committed. Don't give up after the first argument.
4. When did you last engage someone to perform a job, task, service, home repair, or improvement? On a scale of 1-10 (ten being the best) how would you rate their work and/or your satisfaction with the job or service provided?
Two weeks ago. I had a leak around the chimney. I would give the repairman a 10 for both work and price.
5. When did you last find yourself engaged in small talk? Are you awkward or an expert or somewhere in between?
Yesterday, at work. It's easy to come up with topics of conversation if I know the person well, but if it is an acquaintance or someone I just met, I have trouble thinking of things to say. Awkward.
6. What was the last historic place you visited?
The Hermitage in Nashville, TN. The home of President Andrew Jackson.
7. The world would be a better place if we just be kind to one another.
8. Insert your own random thought here.
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