Good Morning!
I'm having my Starbuck's Cafe' Verona coffee this morning visiting with you.🍵 It was mostly sunny all last week, but it's still very cold in the mornings, in the 20's, and snowflakes were accumulating on my car Friday morning.
I have been gathering little things for the kids for when I see them soon. Remember the Peeps? I saw these light up Peeps necklaces that I thought would be fun for them.
Nel mentioned to me that Mia was into Cinnamoroll lately. Have you heard of this character? (she is Hello Kitty's friend). There are so many cute things on Amazon, and I was browsing through them all.
My son made the best homemade chips and salsa. He sauteed the onions first, and added this and that.
"I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order."
~John Burroughs
I thought this was the prettiest Spring cup, so I bought it, along with two oven mitts. Just to brighten up the kitchen a bit.
On Ash Wednesday, a meal of fish and pasta salad.
Fluffy pancakes for dinner last night. Syrup is too sweet for me, and this organic four fruit spread is really good.
My calendar for March features one of my favorite words.
This mama still reminds her 30 and 40 year-old children of the special days of the Easter season...Ash Wednesday, Lent, Palm Sunday, Good Friday. These days are important to me, so how could I not? They always expect to get a message saying "Reminder, no meat today!" I was pleased to hear that for Lent the girls are going to make a strong effort to show more kindness during the Easter season. We do need more kindness in the world today, don't we?
We love alleys here, and Jess sent me this picture of a beautiful alley.
Have you noticed that we come across people in our daily lives who are so friendly and good to us, while others have a scowl on their face when interacting with us? We seem to treat them the same way, but their attitudes are completely different. 😒
Some Easter things. You know, I love purple at Easter, but I also like yellow. Kim from Daisy Cottage took this picture, and I will forever put it out at Eastertime. I placed it in a new frame. Jess and Nel find the cutest frames.
I have to say that March isn't one of my favorite months, it's too long, but it is a somewhat mellow month.
~Sheri
23 comments:
Sheri those peep necklaces are certainly the perfect gift for your special girls. I had to smile about your reminders about Lent and those meaningful days on the calendar. Your son's chips and salsa look delicious. Now what is that gorgeous blue and white bird? I have never seen one like this before. He must be a native to your neck of the woods. Birds always catch my attention. It is so fun to see the different ones others have near them. The month of March is such a teaser here and sounds like it is where you live also. Still we know spring always comes and so does joy. May your week be filled with lots of it my dear friend. Hugs!
I came here needing a smile to dry my tears, and you seem to always deliver. Thank you for your faithfulness.
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Good morning Sheri...I see so many Good things in this post today...starting with those adorable Peep necklaces and the charming bracelet. The girls are going to be SOOOO excited about them. And then...the Spring cup!! Cheerful sipping is what I can imagine while having coffee in this cup. The most delicious pancakes and then the Alley with lights!! I love lights, especially in alley ways or patios. March is definitely one of those slow months, but it sure looks like yours is packed with great thoughts and positivity. Big hugs to you this Monday morning...
March is a long month and long months can seem slow. I look at March as the necessary calm before the storm of summer. For me, it’s a good month to plan my garden, and to do some Spring cleaning and dream of summer getaways. Every month has a purpose.
I love the peeps necklace! Although the actually peeps I don’t care for. Like you, syrup is too sweet for me. I prefer preserves or powdered sugar on my thin Swedish pancakes! Yum.
Such a relaxing post as I sit here with my morning coffee. Love all the photos. My favorite is the frosty image that frames the trees. I had a beloved cat that looked like the one in your photo.
The weather has been nice. Sunny and mild but still nippy in the morning. I can sit in the afternoon sun and just soak in all that natural vitamin D.
I know you appreciate and enjoy every minute March has to offer. May your week be filled with sunshine and birds, and beautiful things!
Lots to comment on today. I love the print of the swirling coffee - that reminds me of you.
That is so sweet to start a basket of things for the girls - with the peeps, beautiful bracelet, and the Cinnemoroll (I do not know who she is, but that is ok). I used to do it for my grands and had such a wonderful time!
I never thought of putting sauteed onions in the salsa - that might be a good idea.
Was that a red pinecone and pine needles?
Love the cat. What kind of blue bird was that?
Glad everyone is following Lent. It is important. Kindness is great.
Those pancakes look delicious.
I cannot believe that gorgeous alley was a real alley!!!
Love the bear and remembering to have grace for one another.
That is so true.
Hello, oh I just loved those text messages. This mama sends those kinds of texts too. xx oo
We are kindred spirits my dear friend.
Ash Wednesday - Lent - Good Friday - Easter ... yes all are so important to me too. I am doing a study this year with Bishop Barron.
Love you so Sheri!!! And I appreciate your inspiration!
Carla
Your cover photo for the blog is beautiful with the red roses and the rabbit.
It's interesting that it's still so cold where you are, I hope March brings you lots of sunshine.
The macarons with the coffee look delicious.
I wish you a wonderful new week xxx
I love all of the pretty things you are finding for the girls. The charm bracelet is my fav. Love your Blue Jay too and scenes outside. Happy Spring!
Nothing could be better during Lent than practicing kindness!! I just love the quote with the bear and bee. The mug and hot mitt are so adorable and spring-like. What a beautiful Jay!!
What a lovely post, Sheri! Love that oven mitt and mug -- so cheerful! And the yummy breakfast. Best of all, homemade chips and salsa! The girls will love the peeps necklace. Practicing kindness -- that's just the best. So very many good things here, I love them all!
February is my least favorite month, but I love March because the flowers are beginning to bloom and there are so many birthdays in my life. It is a month of celebrations. I love the Peeps necklaces and Cinnamoroll. I didn't know that was her name. I love alleys too. And nature delights me. Have a wonderful week.
Those light-up Peeps necklaces sound so fun for the kids, and I love that Mia is into Cinnamoroll—so many cute things out there! Your new spring cup adds a nice touch to the kitchen, and your son’s homemade chips and salsa sound amazing. Love how you keep the Easter traditions going with your family. Wishing you a mellow and happy March, Sheri 🌹
I love reading your posts, finding out how your girls are doing and seeing beautiful things. I also fast on Ash Wednesday, I keep the traditions. May March be good for you. A hug from Sheri.
Son preciosos los collares, se podrán bien contentas las niñas, cuando se los regale.
Adoro tu precioso gato.
Un abrazo.
Sheri thank you so much for sharing your knowledge of the scrub jay. Maybe your stellar jays are more like the blue jays we enjoy in our part of the country. Yes it is such a blessing from God that we can enjoy such a variety of them in different parts of the world. Hope you are having a lovely day. We are enjoying sunshine and 60-70 degree weather for the next few days. Hugs!
The little roses at the end are so sweet. :)
Cafe Verona is my favorite! ☕️
Hello Sheri, what a pretty picture you started off with today. Our weather is going to get up to 70 today so all windows are open. I expect you’ll be getting similar very soon. I hope so! Those peep necklaces are going to be well received. They are adorable! I’ve never heard of Cinnamoroll but now I know. Your son’s chips and salsa looks delicious, as do all those other culinary delights you’ve shared. You have used one of my most favorite quotes, and it’s very true as shown by your lovely photos. The others would brighten any cozy corner. Lovely photos of your daughters, and a pretty alleyway. Yes we most definitely need more kindness in the world and the scowlers, well they definitely need us to be more patient with them and we should show them a bit of extra kindness. Sweet quote! But the smilers are still out there. We were driving home the other day and passed a man walking his dog. He lifted an arm and waved at us with a big smile. I wanted to jump out of the car and give him a big hug but knew he would find that startling, so I did in my head instead, lol! So many people when out walking are looking down oblivious to their surroundings. I can write a whole scenario of why this is the case but I would be wrong. I’ll just keep on smiling, and waving when the opportunity arises. I love those Easter photos/decorations! My family from overseas is coming for a visit during Easter. I am so over the top happy about this! Have a wonderful rest of the week my friend.
What a lovely post, your sweet, kind nature shows if you read between the lines..and your photos are amazing. Enjoy a happy day and a blessed Lent.
Bestest wishes, Virginia
Oh Sheri.....I love the peeps necklaces. The girls will love them, too. Lots of good things in this post, too. Everything looks great. I love your new cup and accessories, too. Lots of variety and, well, just a fun post! Thanks for all your precious visits to Writing Straight from the Heart and for your comments, too. Hugs, Susan
Hello, Sheri - I always love your posts - they are like having a sweet visit with a dear friend, complete with the nicest treats with a cup of coffee or tea. The peeps necklaces are just too cute and the Cinnamaroll tea shirt and bracelet, too. I'm not familiar with this sweet character because all my grandchildren are boys. But I know all the 'Paw Patrol' characters. Lol! The chips and salsa look so yummy and I love that they are all homemade. That's special. The John Burrows quote is a favorite and your Jay is gorgeous. Isn't it amazing how Jays are so different according to the region! Your new coffee mug and mitt are so pretty and happy and whatever that is on the plate looks delicious. That's sweet that you remind the girls to honor the sacred holidays. It's so important to carry on tradition in this crazy world we live in. Loyalty is so very important, and it is one of the key attributes of relationships that can make or break them. Love the sweet duckling photo and it's so perfect for Easter. I have a recipe for Macarons and always wanted to try to make them but they look so difficult. Someday...maybe! Hope you get some warm spring sunshine soon, dear Sheri, although the photo of the frosty window is so pretty! Hugs xo K
Hello Sheri, The girls are going to love those cute peeps necklaces! They are so cute! Your pancakes look so yummy. I do like syrup, but it has to be real maple syrup. Your son's salsa looks delicious and very fresh! We had Mexican takeout tonight, as no one felt like making dinner. I agree, March is a long month. I like that I'm beginning to see many signs of spring and the evenings are much brighter... Yay! It's also my daughter's birthday month! But also the month my dear mother passed away a year ago. Overall I'm trying to make it a good month! Have a great evening!
The Cinnamoroll character looks cute , but we are so out of that stage with the grandkids much older. All of your Easter and spring findings look lovely.~I love your John Burrough's quote and need yo follow it right now. Lovely post. thanks.
That charm bracelet is so pretty. Nice of you to remind the girls of important days. Our mosque sends out an email reminding of important days.
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