Is it really August already? Are you over 50? Does it seem to you that times flies after you turn 50? It does to me. We've been in our house a year now. Seems just like yesterday that we were doing all of the paperwork. So much has changed. Me, the house, the yard. I love to be in the garden even if it's 101 outside. Really. Maybe. It is pretty darn hot! Louie seeks shade and I seek the water hose, Spraying my face like I did when I was a kid.
I pulled all of my carrots and made the best carrot cake ever. Oh my gosh good! Wreck your diet good. And now I don't know where I found the recipe. Which is probably good because that cake was so good it disappeared before I thought to take a picture.
Now, it is tomato time and every night is summer salad night. Sliced tomatoes from the garden, cucumbers, bell pepper and onions. Unless my oldest son and his wife come. He doesn't like onions.
Watching my youngest and his sweet girlfriend. They love to cook together. Cookie baking late at night. With supervision from Louie. Sweet.
Been reading. Lots of reading until the wee hours of the morning. Cutting for Stone by Abrahm Verghese. I put it in my top 100 favorite books. It's a tale of an Indian surgeon in Ethiopia but also a love story about twins and their parents and the people who loved all of them. Amazing.
I also read at least three James Patterson books. Two Nora Roberts. Chasing Fire and The Search. Both good reads. Right now I'm reading a Lee Child book about my favorite hero-Jack Reacher. Good entertainment. I don't have a kindle. I love the library. I can go there and get the latest best sellers. Or I get them from my sister in law, who is always on an airplane or in a hotel room. She reads and reads and passes the books on to me. Speaking of books. Did you read The Help? Such a good book. Funny and so sad too. I can't wait for the movie.
Watching tv too. Recently discovered Drop Dead Diva. I love that show. Watched the new Picker Sisters. Did you watch it? What did you think? It's about two women who pick junk to makeover and sell in their store. They made hanging lamps out of rolled up barbed wire fencing. Seriously? Would you put that in your house?
So, that's what I've been up to. No sewing or crafting. Just living. Loving. Growing older. Maybe wiser. What's going on in your world?
Loved "The Search" just finished that one!
Posted by: Jenny | August 03, 2011 at 04:15 PM
Love this post full of ordinary and good things. Enjoying each day is important because boy, are you ever right - time speeds up after 50!
Posted by: Lorrie | August 04, 2011 at 09:26 AM
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Posted by: phyllis | August 04, 2011 at 11:58 AM
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Posted by: phyllis | August 04, 2011 at 11:59 AM
I'm totally hooked on Jack Reacher. I've just recently discovered this series and am now on my 7th book. I can't get enough!
xo
Claudia
Posted by: Claudia | August 04, 2011 at 01:53 PM
I must have switched places with you. Haven't picked up a book since last winter. Well, unless it was a crafting book. Enjoy each page...Carrot cake is a favorite at this house and I do love to make it but with fresh carrots how can you beat that? Smiles...Renee
Posted by: Renee | August 04, 2011 at 04:34 PM
Betty,
How do you keep your geranium looking so fresh, bright and ALIVE ! in 100 plus temperatures. We had two bought at the end of May and they lost all of their blossoms by the end of June ! And we watered them ! Maybe we need to feed them as well.
I love to see all of your fresh vegetables straight from the garden. Haven't had a garden in years, but you can't beat the taste and satisfaction of food from your garden.
Having a teenage son who cooks - with his girlfriend - at your house - PRICECLESS !
I'm with you about loving to read. I have almost finished the entire Harry Bosch series by Michael Connelly and I don't know what I will do without another one to read ! Connelly has another Bosch book due out in Nov. or Dec. In between I read 'cozy' mysteries. I read one after the other nonstop. Mary Moody's new mystery about a murder at the Brimfield Antiques Fair was great. The character owns a shop on Cape Cod.
I will have to try Child's Jack Reacher. Catching up with that series should keep me busy for a while.
I have said this before but nobody believes. Time is excelerating. I tell my Jerry this all the time and he doesn't want to hear it. But it's true. I don't pretend to understand it, but scientists are claiming this is true !
Take care dear Betty and hugs, Janice
Posted by: Janice | August 07, 2011 at 12:34 PM
Betty! The summer has gotten away from me and we didn't get together! September and October are pretty busy for me, but November is a good month. I'm going to try to find a weekend, does that sound good??? Putting stuff on etsy has taken a lot of work. Who knew???
Posted by: Janelle | August 08, 2011 at 06:39 PM
Wow, you think its been hot? I've been thinking its been a mild summer!
The older I get (46) the more I feel I have to accomplish-- cause time is running out! lol
Posted by: Cheryl | August 08, 2011 at 09:39 PM
Yes it does fly by when you hit 50 LOOK OUT BETTY!!!
You've been busy oh my.
I'm just getting back to normal here at the cottage.
HAD A BLAST and it hasn't stopped raining since they left. I think God feels my tears : (
I'll keep the adventure going on my blog for all of you.
Love You
Love Me
xoxoxoxo
Posted by: claudie | August 09, 2011 at 02:22 PM
Carrot cake sounds delicious, and I love the kitchen picture with the kids and dog :). I can't believe it's August either, and time ZOOMS by the older you get!
Thanks for stopping by! I love finding new blogs!
Posted by: debbie @ happy little cottage | August 11, 2011 at 11:32 AM
Hi Betty, Those carrots look fantastic, but I know they are a labor of love. The kids look like they are having fun at the stove...my kids also tend to take over and bake at all hours of the night.
Posted by: black eyed susans kitchen | August 13, 2011 at 09:07 AM
Betty, everything looks wonderful.
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Have a beautiful weekend.
Hugs,
TTFN ~
Marydon
Posted by: Marydon | August 13, 2011 at 05:00 PM
I'm glad you're reading a lot and enjoying time in your garden...good for you. I'm sad to say that since I started blogging over 3 years ago that my reading of books has dwindled.... a lot. I'm trying to make up for that....I'm starting my reading The Help. I have vowed I will not see the movie til I finish the book....and it's awesome!
I've missed you.....but I understand....totally!!!! :)
Have a great rest of the weekend! dana
Posted by: dana | August 14, 2011 at 01:55 PM
Hello Betty, I'm back at last. What a summer I have had. I loved reading about the new you. BIG SMILE!!! I come over to see your latest creations (sewing) and I see your garden and all it's yummy rewards. Since I too love my garden I so understand your new love. It is a whole world of beauty and we can't forget "hard work". How is it that we find that so stimulating? the fact is we do!!! I wish I could have had a piece of that carrot cake. My all time favorite.
I fell like my life is starting over right now. This summer has been one adventure after another and visiting has been nearly impossible. The last of my 18 days of company ended yesterday and I am on my computer for hours and loving it!
Love the new you too. Cute shot of your son and GR.
Jeanne
Posted by: jeanne | August 23, 2011 at 08:29 AM
Oops, GF (girl friend)
Me again, HA!
Posted by: jeanne | August 23, 2011 at 08:30 AM
I like the photo of your son and his girlfriend! Carrot cake... Yum! I love that :) I like reading with a piece of cake, like carrot cake and coffee :) I hope that you are fine! xo
Posted by: Jojo Caramel | August 25, 2011 at 11:28 AM
Hi Betty! Has it really been a year? Oh my gosh we have known each other four years now. Seeing the photo of your son and his girl makes my heart smile. Good things come in the form of women!
I will be working on your gingerbread man soon, and I will let you know when he his is finished. I love him in person and hope you will as well.
It is always a fun day to catch up with you. Enjoy your weekend! Elizabeth
Posted by: Elizabeth | August 26, 2011 at 08:10 AM
Great photos. Love to see your garden and the kids in the kitchen.
Miss you. Can't believe it has been so long aready since we met, that fun day.
Hugs,
Amy
Posted by: amy | September 01, 2011 at 08:35 PM