10 on the 10th - May 2024 ~ 5/10/2024

I absolutely cannot believe that it is almost the middle of May already!  Where does the time go?  I decided to join in on Marsha in the Middle ' s prompt and write about 5 things I CAN do in May and 5 things I MAY do in May.

I had to think harder about the difference between CAN and MAY than I want to admit.  Here's what I came up with:

5 Things I CAN do in May:

1.  Be more active on Colletta's Kitchen Sink.  I've already put things in motion to make this come to fruition.  I've been working on laying out some posts and getting some new ideas of what and when to share.

2.  Read one book.  This will be a huge accomplishment since I think I've only finished reading one book in the past year!  I'm well on my way, having read 77 pages of "The Clutter Fix" by Shannon Acheson so far.

3.  Take more pictures.  I've gotten really bad at taking pictures to document events in our lives lately.  I used to take pictures of EVERYTHING!

4.  Get up earlier.  I really struggled with figuring out if this is a CAN or a MAY.  Largely because I really struggle with getting out of bed in the morning.  I tell myself that I am going to get up at 5am and have a nice relaxing morning before having to leave for work.  Next, thing I know, I've hit the snooze button 10 times and am rushing to get ready and out the door on time.  I think I can.  I think I can.

5.  Enjoy each day.  Enjoying each day is something I strive to do.  I'm a person that has to have something to look forward to each day.  Each week.  Each month.  I have to have fun goals to look ahead to even if it is something as simple as sitting on my porch swing in the evening.  Sometimes it is so easy to get caught up in busyness that I forget to enjoy each day.

Now...

5 Things I MAY do in May:

1.  Get a new camera.  As I thought about taking more pictures, it dawned on me that I took so many more pictures with my camera than I do with my phone.  I took tons.  I mean tons of pictures.  So many that my camera died.  Instead of spending money on a new camera, I thought I would just use my phone.  Not the case.  My phone is so slow and the camera on it is horrible.  I never get good shots so I end up not even bothering with it.  MAYbe a new camera is the way to go!

2.  Go to the movies.  If there is anything at the theater worth watching.  I'll have to see...  Any recommendations for upcoming films?

3.  Adopt a kitten.  We adopted Oliver O'Malley a few weeks ago but Laken and Doug are thinking he needs a little playmate.  We have two older cats that really don't want to be bothered.  In fact, Clover absolutely hated the world after we got him.  She was mad at everybody and everything.  She is finally coming around and will stand to be in the same general area as Oliver.  We're not actively looking but if we come across another kitten that needs a home it MAY happen.

4.  Start exercising.  Again.  I'll leave it at that.

5.  Get the Family Room decluttered.  I'm hoping that reading "The Clutter Fix" will give me the motivation and encouragement I need to accomplish this.  This evening I already started with my desk area but it is only one little corner of the rather large room that is very, very cluttered.  It MAY take a while!  

So tell me, what are some things you CAN or MAY do in May?

Colletta

10 on the 10th ~ June 2022

Hosted by Leslie and Marsha!

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1.  Are you planning to take a vacation anytime soon?  Please share!

The hubby has the week of July 4th off of work.  We'll be staying close to home with a few day trips and camping for a few nights.

2.  Have you recently gone on vacation?  Tell us all about it!

No.  No vacations here :(

3.  What is your favorite way to travel?

I absolutely LOVE road trips.  Give me a car (or van) and a map (or GPS) and I'm good to go :)  I love that I can stop anytime, anywhere I want and see the sites!

4.  If money were no object, where would you go and why?

I've always wanted to see Ireland, Scotland and England.

5.  Who would be your favorite person (living or dead) to take on vacation?

The hubby, hands down!

6.  What do you absolutely have to pack when you go on vacation?

My meds!

7.  What are your memories of your all time favorite vacation?

For our 10th Anniversary, we took a road trip to Niagara Falls, NY.  We stopped and stayed the night in Erie then drove up the coast of Lake Erie and then Lake Ontario.  We rented a bungalow right on Lake Ontario.  I was a great trip :)

8.  Where would you never ever go on vacation and why?

South America.  It is scary!

9.  What is the worst thing you ever experienced on vacation?

I can't really think of a "worst" thing.  Maybe the downpours while we were at Disney World.

10.  What is the best thing that ever happened to you on vacation?

Watching my girls get to enjoy themselves :)

Colletta

10 on the 10th ~ March 2022

Hosted by Leslie and Marsha!

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1.  List your favorite thing about Spring.  Which season do you like the best?

My favorite thing about Spring is shedding my coat and shoes.  I hate having to wear a large, cumbersome coat and I love my flip flops!

2.  What puts a spring in your step?  What does your favorite pair of shoes look like?  When do you wear them?

Walking outside and breathing in the fresh air without it freezing my nostrils puts a spring in my step :)  My favorite pair of shoes are plain old $10 flip flops.  I wear them constantly from March through November!

3.  Around St. Patrick's Day we see invitations to 'kiss me, I'm Irish' on graphic tees and images everywhere.  Are you Irish?  I not, what would your graphic tee read?  'Kiss me, I'm..."

I actually do have some Irish ancestors.  In fact, Honora O'Flynn, my grandmother to the umpteenth degree, was kidnapped of the coast of Ireland and brought to America as an indentured servant.  I find that fascinating.  However, my graphic tee would read 'Kiss me, I'm American!'

4.  What flowers would make up your perfect spring bouquet.  What is your favorite floral fragrance?

My answer to both questions would be lilacs.  Lilacs are my absolute favorite flower :)

5.  Spring cleaning?  A necessary evil or overrated?  What's your favorite cleaning tip?  Cleaning product?

Spring Cleaning is both a necessary evil AND overrated!  I hate it but it needs done.  My favorite cleaning tip is to tidy up everyday so that it doesn't get overwhelming all at one time.  My favorite cleaning product is my off-brand "Swiffer" wet mop.

6.  Slinkies are coiled spring toys.  Did you ever have a Slinky?  Silly Putty?  What was your favorite toy as a child?

I think I did have a Slinky as a child.  I don't specifically remember Silly Putty.  My favorite toy as a child was probably our kickball.  Or my bike!  Does a bike count as a toy?  Kids need to get outside and PLAY!

7.  When we 'spring forward' on March 13, what do you hope to do in that extra daylight?

I'm hoping that the weather will be lovely and I can sit on my porch swing, my 'happy place'.

8.  The following colors will be trending for spring:  soft lilac, canary yellow, hot pink, salted caramel, scarlet, sky blue.  Will you be styling any of these?  Is there a color you will avoid?

I didn't know 'salted caramel' was a color!  I'm not a very 'trendy' person, so I'll probably just be wearing what is already in my wardrobe.

9.  What will you be reading this spring?  Do you have a favorite devotional or quiet time routine?

My book club will be reading 'What the Wind Knows' by Amy Harmon in March and 'Fried Green Tomatoes' by Fannie Flagg in April.  Right now my devotional is called 'Devotions from the Front Porch'.  The photography is amazing!

10.  Share an inspirational thought or spring quote.  Why does this speak to you?

I love this quote.  It reminds me that there can always be hope, even in the midst of darkness.

Colletta

10 on the 10th ~ February 2022

Hosted by Leslie and Marsha!

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I'm VERY late to the 10 on the 10th party but I think I'll be able to squeak in if I hurry!  Better get to it :)

1.  What was something you absolutely loved about 2021?

I honestly can't think of anything I absolutely LOVED except for the fact that we got through it!

2.  Do you have an interesting love story you'd like to share?  Please do!

The hubby and I met in Church.  Right around the time I was born :)  He's almost 10 years older than me, so he likes to tell people that he held me when I was a baby.  Silly man!  22 years later we got married :)

3.  What food do you love and must have on a regular basis?

 I love potatoes of all kinds and could eat them everyday except for the pesky business of having to peel them!

4.  What fashion "trend" do you love?  It doesn't ever have to be a current trend.

I love me some boot-legged jeans.  And big hair :)

5.  Which season do you love most?  Why is it your favorite?

I love Spring, Summer and Fall.  I love them because they are NOT winter!  If I'm serious though either Spring or Fall are my favorite.

6.  If you could be with a loved one who has passed who would it be and what would to do?

Too emotional for me to handle this question tonight...

7.  What would you love to accomplish in 2022?

I'd LOVE to lose 50 pounds in 2022!  I think 1 lb a week should be doable.  I've already lost right around 6ish lbs.  Wish me luck!

8.  Which do you love most:  shoes, handbags, belts or coats?

I have a serious addiction to bags.  They don't have to be expensive, designer or even store bought.  I love to make my own bags.  In fact, my favorite bag is one that I made probably 10 years ago and is a huge "weekender" type bag.

9.  What love remains with you today?

I'm not completely sure I understand the question, but my love for my family remains forever!

10.  How do you show your love?  What is your love language?

I show my love in different ways.  I always tell people in my life that I love them.  I might cook a favorite meal.  Or buy a "fluffy" (little gift).  I also try to serve my family.  I guess you could say I'm a bit hodgepodge with my love languages.

Colletta