Hodgepodge #387

 

Hello ... and Happy Fall, y'all!

As ever, thanks to our hostess, Joyce, for 387 amazing episodes!  I've a particular fondness for that number, it being my parent's P.O. Box number for 30 years ... and my former e-mail alias.  :)  

Okay, then. Let's play!

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What's something you love about this season?

In no particular order .....

Chilly nights, fire pits, golden aspen, nutmeg candles, oversize fleece hoodies, chile and cornbread, flannel leggings, SEC football, cinnamon sticks, butternut squash bisque ... and Christmas shopping!

... and something you don't?

That Fall doesn't last long enough!  That and pumpkin spice.

When you think of the colors of fall, which one is your favorite?

Burnt orange

Is there somewhere you could easily day trip to see the leaves in all their glory?  Will you?

Probably in the northeastern part of the state, or southern Tennessee. Unfortunately, I don't see that happening.  I've little faith in taking my old Camry too far, and Tom's eyesight is quickly becoming problematic.

What's one thing you've let 'fall' by the wayside during this season of staying home and staying away?

Regular (outdoor) exercise

If you're wearing a sweater is it most likely a cardigan, crew neck, v-neck or zip-up hoodie?

Cowl-neck!

What's your secret to dealing with change?

I've no secret ... and don't care for it at all.

But! I stopped tilting at windmills years ago. Acceptance, learning to adapt is a bitter pill -- but it's far better to focus on my blessings.

Insert your own random thought here.

Does anyone else struggle with low back pain, especially when it thwarts your ability to sleep?

You might employ something called the McKenzie Night Roll -- or, like one of my Bible study pals mentioned:

"Roll an old beach towel about 4-5" wide, then wrap around your waist, tying in front."

So, I tried that last night before bed and darn if it didn't help.  So grateful to this group of warm and sometimes-whacky ladies. 

That's what friends are for! 

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Hugs,

Myra