My latest painted sketch.
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February 11th I enjoyed a “celebrational 1st birthday” after the kind people in the hospital saved me and gave me a second chance at life with a pacemaker on Feb. 11, 2025.
Today I’m celebrating the fact that I’m still on the planet, living – and loving life – at 79. I no longer regret being “older than dirt.” I pass out little shovels! 🤣
I’ve walked my mile at the gym, showered, shared breakfast with my son, Brian, done a 45 minute session of old lady yoga stretches, and taken my clothes to the laundry this morning. My son gave me a big hug this morning in the elevator and said, “Happy Birthday, Mom” – some of the sweetest words a mom will ever hear. I received a beautiful e-card from a good long-time friend, so I have had a lovely celebration.
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My day will be a quiet one – my favorite choice these days – where I can move from one thing I like to the next at my own speed, depending only on what “I” would like to do. What freedom and joy there is in that!
I will at least get started painting another of my sketches.
I’m in the middle of a good book on my Kindle, have the Sketching Journal book I showed you recently that I’m having touble putting down, and have a book on Thailand I want to start going through.
My turtle puzzle is calling, “Linnnnnnnn-dahhhhhhhh!” from across the room as I type.
I feel so good after doing my yoga stretches early today that I’m thinking of doing a session with the water bottles this afternoon…
Before I do any of that, though, I will enjoy writing at least two more posts here.😁
I hope that you have enjoyed a great weekend and have remembered (in the States) that it’s Daylight Savings Time again, so you should have set your clocks FORWARD an hour.
UPDATE: My son texted me, asking me to unlock my door. He brought me a gorgeous bouquet of flowers, an iced mocha, and we each had a really decadent DELICIOUS dessert! I teared up, but manage to hug him several times without crying. He really made me feel special.
Sorry, I would have shared, but “somebody” ate every bite. At least I didn’t lick the container…. 😍
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Happy birthday Linda.
I love your blogs and read everything you write every day. I feel like I know you and harvey and Brian. The love your family share is so lovely to hear about . You and your attitude to life are inspiring ❤️❤️❤️
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Wow. What a nice message. I wish you weren’t “anonymous.”
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Have a good day and continue to have fun. I love your cat sketch.
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Thank you for the good wishes, Liz, and I’m delighted you liked the cat sketch. :0)
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Happy Birthday! Blessings into the year and keep on doing what you are doing!
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Thanks so much, Linda. I appreciate you!
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Happy Birthday to you. It sounds like you are very loved and appreciated. I appreciate you and am glad that you share with us. The flowers were beautiful!
The Cat painting was so cute. And, I will be anxious to see your finished puzzle.
I hope you enjoyed your entire day. It is still Monday here. (Donna)
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Thank you for the birthday wishes, Donna. My husband never celebrated birthdays, so this was a huge surprise. I’m glad you liked the cat painting. The puzzle is still quite challenging, but I’m working on it. I had a glorious day and will never, ever forget it. My flowers are smiling at me this morning. :0)
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https://jlcards.com/Fb4Mk7
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Thank you! I LOVE her cards!
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I love your message at the end, too! Thanks so much.
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Happy happy birthday, Linda!! Wow! You look GREAT for 79 my friend! Woo-hoo!!
and again Brian is the sweetest son ever! Flowers, mocha, and a yummy dessert! Oh, my!! Super duper!!
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Thanks so much, Sheila. You just made my day 😁
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Well, you sooo deserve to have had a grand day! Tada!! ❤️🤗🥳
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Not at all sure I “deserve” it, but I sure loved it 🤗❤️
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What a fun birthday with Brian! The iced mocha sounds good too! 🎉🎂🥳
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It was one for the record books for me. The iced mocha WAS delicious!
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