Chinese Elm Seeds = Six Bags Full

We are surrounded by Chinese elm trees.
Dry seeds fill my gutter, lawns and yard with ease.
Doesn't matter if I scream and fall to my knees.
I end up with 6 bags for the trash, if you please.

Every year since we have move here, we get inundated with Chinese elm seeds in the spring.  I hate them.  Doesn't matter how hard I work at getting them cleaned up, there is always more to remind me of the little trees to come.  Some neighbors have trimmed theirs back, which helps.   All up and down the street they fill the gutter.   We should have moved to a less messy area.   Their shade is nice though. I have to admit.  

Freebie Fridays Are Fun

I love the promotions some stores send out.
Freebie Friday is Smith's way to share & spout.
Just log into their site and without a doubt.
You'll get a free thing.  Something to shout about.

These promotions have been going on for a year.  I hope they don't stop.   They send out a reminder email so you don't forget, cause its only good on Fridays.   You may pick up the item anytime you stop and shop at Kroger's, owner's of Smith's over the next two weeks. 

Thanks for this great offer.

Sharing Talents for All to Enjoy

There's a gal I know who share's her talent.
For all to enjoy whether straight or bent.
Gorgeous toppers and quilts is her intent.
This love she has is time well spent.

For our recent DUP meeting she made a topper for every table.   They were all different colors and patterns.   This green one was my favorite.  I should have taken photos of more.   Thanks, Joan.  You rock!!!

Creations and Colors

I love flowers and bought these for $3.
See the red and white contrast of colors.
This bouquet made me happy, helped my hollers.
When things got bad.  I could have used Mahlers.

It only takes a minute to arrange flowers.  They brighten anyone's day.   I really needed it last week, when things went from bad, to worse to the worst ever.  Fortunately, I survived and it has all been resolved.   This gorgeous bouquet made all the difference.  

Pick some up for your loved one or for yourself today. 

Snow Scraped by A Saint

How beautiful is our clean, snow scraped street.

Thanks to neighbor, Dave, he served us this treat.

More city shovels our road would like to meet.

With open arms the workers, we surely shall greet.  

 

 

 It seems that the neighboring streets get attention, but ours never does.   Yes, it is a cul-de-sac, but so are many others that are cleared.   Week in and week out, storm in and storm out, we are neglected.   At least looking on the other side of the road we feel that way.  

But, Dave noticed.  He drove over with his tractor and cleared every snowy drop, piling it high, away from mail boxes, approaches and such.   We love you Dave. Oh, yes, we do.   You have made our lives less blue.  When we are stuck, we'll call you.  Yes, Dave, we love you!!!

Company Christmas Celebrations

Thanks for the Christmas party.  It was fun to dine.

The prime rib, drink, carrots & cake were so fine.

Shopping for Tots was a mini gold mine,

Glad to give what I could, it felt so divine.

It's time for the annual company Christmas parties.   My office is no different.   A delicious meal, an invitation to bring gifts for Toys for Tots.   I found some fun items.   We all felt good for contributing to a good cause.  .  

 Everyone selected a $50 gift card.  I got a Cabela's card.  The tables and room were decorated up in a festive fashion.  We used to go out to a restaurant or catered meal at a dining facility, but with budgets tighter, they opted for employees only and less pizzazz.   It was just fine.  Thank you ALS for the time off,  gift card and meal.  

Today Is 12 - 14 - 16

I just love when dates make a neat sequence.  Gone are all of the double number dates like 11-11-11 and such.  We won't have another amazing one until, 2-22-22 for six more years.   But today we have 12-14-16.  I have a friend that was born on 5-5-55.   She loves that date.   My grandmother was born on 3-3-03.   So I hope you enjoyed today.