It's been a while since I've done a blog post. Either busy or not home, or even just plain lazy and not wanting to be online for any longer than it takes me to visit other bloggers over the phone and not even booting up the laptop. I thought I'd catch up a bit on the here and now. Actually, there isn't that much going on around Hootin' Anni's. Walking has been shortened to one or two days a week the past couple of weeks. One afternoon I had an appointment to get the oil changed in the car; much needed. When the car was done, I got in to drive home, and the odor of disinfectant was near lethal inside. They shoulda warned me. I've been reading a bit, made a full batch of white chocolate almond bark. I whipped out a large batch of veggie lasagna to eat and have an evening of leftovers, then froze the rest for the future. I've also been doing some menial chores that have been long ignored; fixing some clothes [a much hated job of work], cleaning closets for the season [I do it twice a year, Spring and Fall], updating and cleaning out OLD, outdated paper work in the filing cabinet, a bit of yard work like trimming bushes and sweeping patio of leaves, etc. And, now that the numbers of covid cases are rising in rapid 'doses' each day, I feel a bit down and out. I would like to see normal again, but that is a far, far, away happening...if we EVER get rid of this world wide. I'm beginning to have doubts. I think it could possibly be like HIV/Sars, it will always exist, or a new strain will come about. The other day I drove to the island before sunrise in hopes of seeing the reported return of the Whooping Cranes. Didn't see them while I was there, but enjoyed my outing in the cool morning temps and clear sky.
I'll just share some photos. They really aren't related to what I've been up to doing mostly, some are...but even so, I know I LIKE viewing photos when I visit y'all, so I hope you enjoy what I think I'll upload to this post. Eclectic, I know. Here goes:
I'm glad you were busy dedicating your time & energies to what was calling your name, Anni. That's a good way to be! I've got to fight each day, it seems, to stay positive in this virus-filled (and getting worse by the moment) world we all live in. It will straighten around. Life always does. It's the waiting that's hard.
ReplyDeleteI watched an interview with Dr. Fauci this evening & he said when he first heard about the virus over in China... and him & his colleagues heard that it started in the wet markets over there... they all knew it was going to be a covid-type virus... but they never dreamed it would be the pandemic it has turned out to be. And he said too... as long as the wet markets exist and humanity is determined not to turn away from their cruel treatment of wildlife... we will always have a covid virus breaking out and the cycle will never end. What a mess we humans have made of the planet, eh?! ~Andrea xoxo
I always hear that there is no evidence where it originated...no proof.
DeleteUnfortunately we've known for years there would be a pandemic sooner or later, but it was easier to ignore that fact than to prepare. Human nature in action, I'm afraid. Sigh...
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DeleteI think everyone on this planet wants to redo this year! Was scary, not friendly and for some deadly too! I don't have too many expectations for 2021 ... but who knows ?! Maybe it will be a great year when the virus disappears! At least that is what we are promised!
ReplyDeleteAs for laziness ... I am the queen of ... but multiplied by fear!
Let's pray the year 2021 will nit be a repeat.
DeleteI wish I could get some stuff done around here. I have lots of those menial chores that I've been ignoring.
ReplyDeleteI most likely would not have been able to get in the car if the disinfectant was that strong. I would be coughing too much and wouldn't be able to drive.
I totally agree with your sentiments on 2020.
It was taking my breath away,
Delete'til I got the car in motion with windows open.
Hello,
ReplyDeleteI seem to have a chemical intolerance, I would be sick having to ride in a car that smelled so badly. I do not want to relive 2020, I just want it over. I think we will have a vaccine soon, things will get normal once again. We all have to hang in there! Take care, enjoy your day!
You and me both when it comes to 2020
DeleteIt had been such a horrible year! Cases are rising so rapidly in my area that now I'm even afraid to go on my biweekly grocery run. I love your Little Man and the other things you posted today are perfect too! Nice to hear you are getting things done, I'm just sitting here on my... chair doing nothing lately. I'm at a why bother point, not good.
ReplyDeleteLol on the "pause" before chair!
DeleteYou don't sound all that lazy to me, Anni. You have also made a wonderful and rather humorous post out of the moment. I laughed at the logo for 2020, so true!
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DeleteI couldn't agree with you more...what a dreadful year, and those signs do just about sum it up, don't they?!😉
ReplyDeleteAww, your "little man" is a real cutie...I bet you get lots of cuddles, you lucky thing!
I really enjoyed your super post, Anni. It has certainly brightened up my rather dull day!
Thank you so much😊😊
Hugs xxx
Dreadful is a perfect descriotion!
DeleteWe have found that taking care of one thing (chore) a day lets them all be taken care of, though slowly. It sounds like you have your priorities perfectly in order no matter what. We all need to stick to our own "normal" the best we can and never give up hoping for better conditions.
ReplyDeleteIt's been far from normal here...I am on the go more often. Not since March. :-(
DeleteAgree, agree with your 2020 memes. What a hellscape of a year. And I thought 2019 was terrible...!
ReplyDeleteYour cat is a thoroughly sweet gentleman. My male cat--orange marmie breed--is super clingy all of a sudden, too. But both he and his sister--part Maine Coon--are following me around all day these days unless they're taking their Big Nap. If it weren't for their copious shedding, they'd be perfect companions, wouldn't they?
You sound very busy. I need to step up my game.
I bet your kitties are gorgeous (and big!)
DeleteIt is good to see a post from you, I was beginning to wonder how you are. That road sign could sure cause wrecks! I love your kitty picture, and knowing he is smart enough to be good at Jeopardy! The framed picture in my post today is our son Mike, the one who works at Little Debby.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your concern...just busy, I guess.
DeleteMy favorite part of your blog today is how you feel about 2020 and so do I and my all-time favorite of your blog today is little man watching Jeopardy. Such a beautiful cat. About the disinfectant most of the disinfectant I smell is smells like bug spray and I'm allergic to bug spray I walked in the Y the other day and I said y'all spray for bugs and she said no it's disinfectant it was overwhelming so I know what you mean getting in the car. I agree about the virus I don't think it's ever going away. We were just talking about that this morning while drinking our coffee that is like the cold virus and the flu virus is just going to be here forever. You get a cold and you can get one three times a year you get the flu you can get it as many times as you come in contact. This thing is not going to go away
ReplyDeleteIt could've been worse...I opened windows fast enough, and once the car zipped down the road, it cleared out.
DeleteYour little man has the prettiest blue eyes. COVID is hard to deal with this time of year. I haven't seen my daughter in almost a year and we won't be getting together for Thanksgiving. I'm hoping and praying and crossing fingers for a Christmas get-together. 2020 sucks!
ReplyDeleteOh yes, I understand abiut not seeing family. Same here.
DeleteI agree with you 100% and I feel the same way you do. ((HUGS)) Except for a few changes I could have written this post. Take care, stay well and God Bless.
ReplyDeleteThey say...GMTA, right?
DeleteI really know how you feel.
ReplyDeletehave been pushing myself to do a post of thankfulness each day it's a challenge. I am grateful but coming up with something is sometimes more than I want to do...
Dave and I have gone the gammet of closet cleaning and yard work. Now we are down to selling our "treasures" on eBay..we'll see how that goes.
Hate this COVID thing and want normal now!
Sue
I imagine it is a challenge on certain days! But, you're doing well!
DeleteYour little man is not only handsome but smart. Probably just got bored with the easy questions.
ReplyDeleteI have noticed something strange. With the reruns on TV of last year's shows, everyone acted normal. Touched, bunched up, ate in restaurants and enjoyed group activities. The new releases are geared to the present and now show what we have been going through most of the year. Somehow I am not enjoying a redo of how hard this year has been. Sigh, it's been a long one.
He gets bored with us ol' farts.
DeleteThat is a stellar image of Little Man with great clarity and beautiful blue eyes! I really can't believe how fast 2020 went despite not much going on with vacations, get-togethers, weddings, anniversaries, birthdays. I hope that 2021 brings optimism for us.
ReplyDeleteIt hasn't gone fast enough for me (at least on the days I really wanted to get out and do something, lol)
DeleteYou've been busy! Yes, this year has been crazy and one that I never imagined. Covid cases are skyrocketing in our county now!!
ReplyDeleteYou cat has a beautiful face - those blue eyes!!
He's a bit arrogant, but I think that's a "male trait"?
Delete2020 has been a strange year, but we are still here and able to function. Manitoba has large numbers of cases and more restrictions almost daily. We can still go out for essential needs, but that's about it. oh well, this too shall pass. We don’t know when but in time it will.
ReplyDeleteStrange indeed!
DeleteI chuckled when I read your comment on my blog about the rinsing of the meat, Anni. *haha* You assumed that I rinse off the meat for dietary reasons... and I don't. I rinse off the meat to take the oily fat *taste* off. I don't eat enough fat in a day to have to worry about it for dietary's sake... but I hate that slick fat taste. Ewwwwww!!!! :-D ~Andrea xoxo
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DeleteDon't know where to begin. Loved the pictures...all of them. Especially your "little Man" kitty. He is beautiful! Love those eyes! Sounds like you are staying very busy indeed. I haven't had that much energy to do very much besides the basics each day. But now that we are finally getting some cooler weather my energy level is rising a bit. just gotta get ready for next week and then after that Christmas. Don't even know where to start. Living one day at a time and being thankful for our good health and strength, and praying for those who are not so fortunate right now. Seems like I hear about someone else every day with either "the virus" or something else. Yes, I think we will all be happy when 2020 is over. Praying hard for 2021 to be something we will be happy about.
ReplyDeleteI for one will be very happy to see the year end (the virus)!
DeleteYou have been busy!
ReplyDeleteI love that pic of your cat - so pretty!
I'm with you on 2020, crummy year.
Crummy year for sure!
DeleteYour Little Man Is So Handsome - What A Fella - Enjoy Your Beautiful Weekend
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Yes, he's a beautiful fur baby!
DeleteGood you could take a break! We all need to that occasionally! And yes, this year as been messed up! Hoping the year to come has come more signs of normalcy. . .whatever that may be! Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteAt least a new normal...one we can accept without fear.
DeleteBack on the eve of 2020 I really thought the year had a nice balanced sound to it and wondered what the year would bring ...
ReplyDeleteLittle did we know what a mixed up, topsy turvy world we would get.
Here in England, UK we are once again in lockdown, there is a lot of talk about the Covid vaccine, we don't know what Christmas will be like, we shall have to wait and see.
I sincerely hope 2021 will be so much better (some may say it couldn't be worse - could it?)
In the meantime stay safe and well.
Thank you for that wonderful sunrise and cute picture of your cat.
All the best Jan
I so go birding outdoors away from people, which helps. But how I long to go out to dine! 😣
DeleteA new strain...
ReplyDeleteOr China will discover a "brand-spanking-new" kind of a virus, to give to the world.
That's funny, but hope not in the stars.
DeleteOh, I never dreamed 2020 would be like it has been...like you, I wonder will we ever get back to what was normal before. It has sure been a stressful year.
ReplyDeleteYour cat is beautiful...
Crazy 2020 was.
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