Changes and Memories

I have been thinking about Todd a lot these past few weeks. Memories of our shared times come to me out of the blue and I pause and let the feelings come over me in waves. When I lay my head down at night, I always give the Teddy bear a hug so I can smell Todd;  I breathe deep and soak up the smell of his cologne; his presence seems so near. I so miss him and will always be so thankful he was part of my life; he was so good for me!

Now - for the lifestyle changes; a new home (apartment) was just what I needed to start my creative juices flowing. All who come through the door say that I have made such a cozy spot here on Flower Avenue in Grove City. I have repurposed some pieces of furniture and rethought what is important in my life. A little change here and a bright color there and Voila! Life at my new apartment feels so much like home.

And today, there is veggie soup simmering on the stove with chicken broth, broccoli, cabbage, celery, onions, carrots, tomatoes and zuchinni - all blending together to make a delicious smelling soup somewhat like the Weight Watchers recipe for Zero Point soup. It is a good 'filler' for when hunger strikes and you want something warm and filling.

Last Sunday, Linda and I skipped church and went to a flea market near Youngstown, OH - Four Meadows I think. We had so much fun; shopping, laughing and looking. Produce and Avon were purchased and Spinach salad at Rachel's was enjoyed on our way home. We will do it again! I attended church this Sunday and sat with Sis Barton; it was our monthly dinner and Sis had prepared such good dishes. All of the food was scrumptious.

What will this week bring? The weather is so chilly - but today the sun is shining! Come on Spring - warm up and let us dig into the earth and beautify the world again!