Scrapbook Saturday

About a week and a half ago, I met up with an old scrapbook friend. We had dinner together and talked about scrapbooking for nearly 2 hours. I don't really have anyone I can talk non-stop about scrapbooking so that part was fun. We got a picture together.

Obviously, she's much younger than me. Outside of scrapbooking, we don't have much in common. Still, I could get together with her once in a while to discuss our hobby. We'll see...

I came across this and thought it was cute:

If you didn't see the movie 50 Shades of Grey, you might not get it! He is referring to a room full of sexual toys. And then the picture below is the pleasure room of scrapbookers. Now you "get it!"

Speaking of movies, I got this from Regal Unlimited:

That's a lot of movies and a whole lot of money saved!

Friday Funnies

Five Things Thursday

I have never been to New York City in the fall. But, based on these pictures, I want to go!!

A view from Central Park.

That looks like the flat iron building to me.

I don't know where this is.

Another view from Central Park.

More Central Park. Stands to reason, that's where the most trees are!

I'll be posting lots of beautiful fall pictures. Considering orange is one of my least favorite colors, it's hard to believe that I've collected so many. I think it's because of all the colors together: red, orange, yellow--so pretty.

What I Buy Wednesday

About two weeks ago, my friend, Beth Ann sent me this Taylor Swift Apple Watch band along with a "thank you" note for my taking her to the TS concert (by those up-and-comers in the music business--not really TS).

But here's the thing. I didn't own an Apple Watch. I've been on the fence about it for a long time. In fact, before receiving this gift, Butch had mentioned that he was thinking about asking for an Apple Watch for Christmas. I said, "Or, you can just buy yourself one now." At that time, nothing more was really said. 

When I got the watch band, now all of a sudden, I wanted the watch too. I started by calling T-Mobile to see what kind of deal they had going. They had a "buy one, get one-half price." I texted Stephanie to see if it was a good deal. All of the girls have an Apple Watch and most of the guys (2 out of 3). So now we were really in the market. Steph did more research and said that Walmart had the best deal. Butch and I made a date to go after I played bridge the next day.

During my bridge game, I kept thinking about it. I finally decided that it was pretty stupid to spend $200 just so I could wear a $20.00 watch band! By the time I got home, I'd changed my mind and talked myself out of it. 

Butch went ahead and ordered his watch from Walmart. It arrived the day before Sandy and Greg came into town. As Sandy was telling him about the watch and features, there was one thing that really sold it for me: I can listen to podcasts or audiobooks while I'm out walking without having to carry my phone! I already was interested in some of the health features. 

Sooo, two days after Butch got his watch, I got mine! Sandy showed me a few things, Steph showed me a few things and then I watched some tutorials. Now I am not the type who is afraid of technology. I take the time to look at every single thing!

So I did. There are way more health features than I even knew about. There's one that really makes me happy--it measures how steady you are on your feet. So far, I am average! It monitors just about everything regarding my heart--I LOVE that. And this was my favorite thing that I've learned so far: my heart is very healthy--above average for my age! Heart disease runs in my family--my dad died at age 36 from a heart attack. My mom had AFIB and the twins have it too. The fact that I have an above-average heart is so motivating for me--my whole goal is to have a healthy heart! That's where the walking comes in which takes me right back to being able to listen without having to carry my phone!

It's the best $200 I've spent.

Travel Tuesday

Well, Butch and I are both off this week. He's in Columbia, South America. He was supposed to go with his brother, but his brother had to cancel for health reasons. Sooo, he's by himself. This is his third trip alone--each time his traveling buddies canceled due to health. Actually now that I say that, Mindy went with him to Guatemala in June. Anyway, it made me feel bad not to go with him, but I have no desire to go to South America. He's been to so many places there that he thinks this is his last trip to that continent.

This trip followed the trip that the teams did on The Amazing Race. We love that show--especially if it takes place somewhere we've been to or are going to. Anyway, he knew this was coming up:

He climbed up 675 steps to reach the top. He told me that he nearly baled about halfway, but knew he'd be disappointed in himself if he did. So, he toughed it out. 

He's super fit, so I wasn't a bit surprised that he did it. Very few people from his group did it. Quite an accomplishment for a 73-year-old. He hikes a lot, so basically, it was just one more hike! I'm glad I wasn't put to the test. I would have done it, but it would have taken me a very long time because I wouldn't quit either!

Now I, on the other hand, am leaving to go scrapbooking with my friends on Wednesday. Staying up late, eating good food, hanging out with my girls, watching shows--now that's my type of trip. We always have a good time!

I'm sure I'll have more to report soon!

Me on Monday

So. One morning last week, Butch said, "What's that on your back?" He pulled this tag off of my robe. 

Then he said, "What did WE buy for $165.00?" I remembered right away. Two weeks ago, when we were on our way to the beach with Sandy, we did some shopping after lunch. The store we went in to was going out of business and everything was 50% off. 

Here's what I bought:

I just couldn't resist this teapot. It's from St. Petersburg, Russia. I know, I know. You've heard me say how I'm giving my teapots away now. I'll enjoy this one for a while. When the girls are all here around Christmas, I'll make a note of who wants what teapot. I have plenty to share!

Something for Sunday

Butch left for Columbia on Friday. He's traveling alone this time since his brother was unable to go with him. It's not the first time he's gone by himself. He'll enjoy it. He loves to travel so much. I have no desire to go to South America. 

Sandy and Greg were in town this weekend. On Friday, we went to Stephanie's for "happy hour." This was a planned meeting to discuss the plans for our Disney trip coming up in October. We're going for "Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween", Epcot's Food and Wine Festival, and a marathon race. Our family is doing the 5K. That will be my first and last marathon.  

This picture shows exactly the difference between my girls: Sandy is old school with paper and pen; Stephanie takes her notes on the computer; Mindy doesn't take any notes at all!! So funny.

Going to Disney sounds like fun, but in order to get the most out of your trip, there is much pre-planning that has to take place. Much! I feel bad for people who do not know the "ins and outs" of Disney. If you just show up at the park, you will NOT be able to get on the rides you want nor eat in the restaurants you want. Everything needs to be done in advance--way in advance. We're two months out and the girls were not able to get our first choice of dining at The Boathouse in Disney Springs. Oh well. There are plenty of other places, so we did get some reservations. The food is excellent everywhere in Disney--and plentiful, so you can't really go wrong. You just have to plan in advance.

Anyway, the girls were discussing the rides and what our strategy was going to be in order to get all the best ones. Oh and did I mention, you have to pay extra for the best rides. There's one ride that costs $25--even though you have spent a fortune on the passes to just get in. They set up a plan. 

Then it came time to link our magic bands. OMGosh! talk about a hassle. It was not easy---and these girls are Disney experts!! I just sat there and kept my mouth shut since I don't know anything about it. Ultimately, they got everything linked, but the whole "meeting" took 2 hours!! That's what I mean about a lot of planning. 

I'm glad they got all that out of the way. The next thing they have to do now is to start getting our rides lined up. That's another whole "thing!" It's really crazy--all the things you have to do.

Anyway, I snapped a few pictures.

Me and my "boys!" Greg in the back, Nicky up front.

Me and my girls. Afterward, we went to dinner. 

Yesterday was a pool day. Those are quickly coming to an end. 

Today, I am preparing for our scrapbooking trip to Karolyn's farm. It's been many years since I've been there. I'm looking forward to it. I'm anxious for her to tell us the plans. She texted us on Thursday to let us know that she had Covid. I need to know what meals I have so I can grocery shop and cook. I prefer to do that in advance so as not to waste too much time when I'm there. 

Okay, that's about it for today! 

Scrapbook Saturday

This is the end page for AYM this year.

Since this year was about words, I did several word games.

This layout was based on my blog post awhile back--"It Ain't Mayberry, but I can Hear the Whistling!"

This layout is all about me, myself and I!

This is Janet's AYM layout for August.

And her journaling.

Friday Funnies

Ten Things Thursday

Well, it's that time of year. It seems like September is too early for fall, but it's here. The leaves are dropping and there's already a chill in the air. Still, I'm having a final pool party on Friday. The water will be cold because when it gets down to the 50's at night, it chills the water pretty quick. We'll see. 

In the meantime, here are some beautiful fall pictures.