Commenting on Comments

It's been quite a while since I've posted; and although I read your blogs, I have not been doing much commenting. I'm hoping after the New Year to get back into the swing of things.

Unfortunately, I've had to turned on comment moderation because of comments left on several of my postings (some from over a year ago) that, when I clicked on the name of the commentor, led to a p*rn* site. The comments were in Chinese, and I used Google translator to find out what it said - not nice at all!

Arrrrgh!! So aggravating, to say the least. So for now, comment moderation will remain enabled.

Wanita

My Swiffer®

I purchased a Swiffer® dry mop shortly after they first appeared on store shelves. I liked it because I could easily get it into corners and underneath some furniture that sat low to the floor. However, I did not like purchasing the disposable cloths. So for quite some time, I did not use the mop.

Just recently I thought of a a frugal alternative to disposable cloths, and I thought I'd share it with you. I went to the dollar store and purchased some microfiber cloths. I attach them to the Swiffer® and mop away. They work very well and can be washed and reused.
Happy mopping!

Blessings,
Wanita

Pretty Blooms

It seems like it's taken longer than usual for the flowers to bloom this spring. But in the last week, the Siberian irises and the rhododendron have bloomed, and they are lovely.

I picked a bouquet of irises for my dining room table and surrounded it with hosta leaves.

The fun thing about irises is that there are buds all along the stem that continue to open, even as other blooms start to fade. Do you see the bud just to the right of the flower?

My rhododendron doesn't seem to have as many flowers as usual this year, but it still is beautiful. I love the color.

We also have special visitors every day ~ the goldfinches. I sure enjoy watching these little birds.

I don't like the grackles, however. This is the first time I've seen one on the finch feeder. Usually they visit the regular bird feeder. I have noticed that since we got a squirrel-proof feeder, the grackles can no longer perch on it without it closing, so they don't seem to visit as much as they used to. And that's fine with me!

Are there lots of flowers blooming in your garden? Or maybe you have just a container or two of flowers sitting on a porch, patio, or step. No matter how many flowers you grow, I'm sure you enjoy them.

Blessings,
Wanita

Mmm, Mmm Waffles!

This morning we had waffles for breakfast!

It's been a long time since I've made waffles; but when I found this recipe on Money Saving Mom, I knew I had to try them. They do require some advanced planning because they need to be made the night before.

If you'd like to make these delicious waffles (which are husband-approved by my sweetie), you can get the recipe here.

The left-over waffles have been frozen and will be used for another delicious breakfast.

Blessings,

Wanita

All's Well

Wanita asked me to say thank you to everyone who prayed for her.

I'm pleased to report that the colonoscopy was normal.

Blessings,
Barbie

Now That You're 50

Dr: Barbie, you're in great shape for a woman of 50!
Barbie: Thank you, Dr.

Dr: There is one more test I'd like you to have. . . for screening purposes.
Barbie: What's that?

Dr: A colonoscopy. When you set up the appointment, you'll get all the instructions.
Barbie: Thank you. I'll be sure to schedule an appointment.

Dr: Good!
Barbie: Good-bye, doctor.
Dr: Good-bye, Barbie.

Barbie (thinking as she walks out the door): Everyone says the prep is the worst. Oh, I hate to think of it, but I know it's good to be screened to be certain there are no problems.

Barbie: Oh, I just remembered, my friend, Wanita, is having a colonoscopy tomorrow. I'll be sure to pray for her. And I'll give her a call afterwards to be sure everything is OK.

Victory Memorial Parkway

Minneapolis has many lovely parkways, and Victory Memorial Parkway is near my home. It is lined with trees and markers that commemorate World War I servicemen from Hennepin County.

There is a memorial on the parkway that is surrounded by crab apple trees that are stunning in the spring. In the summer there are lovely flowers blooming by the memorial.

I thought I'd share pictures of the beautiful trees, which are in full bloom. If you would like more information about the parkway, including more photos, click here, then click on the button that says click to view photo tour.


There are lovely walking/biking trails along Victory Memorial. The trails are part of what's known as Grand Rounds, 50.1 miles of trails that wind around the lakes and parks in Minneapolis.

When we have visitors from out of town, they are many times amazed to see the lovely parks where you feel like you're far away from the city rather than in the middle of it.

I hope you enjoyed the photos. If you ever visit our lovely city, be sure to take some time to visit some of our parks. They are beautiful!

Blessings,
Wanita