Hi Sweet Friends
It's been a busy season around here
Having Madi home has been good
But challenging as well
Trying to balance medications and moods
Lots of restless and sleep deprived nights
But, my heart is full
And I'm thankful for all that my Lord
Is teaching me during this time
Last week I ordered a sweet heart
From Stephanie's Etsy shop
It arrived and is making it's debut in my LR
It's hanging on one side of my entertainment center
I love looking at it
On the other side of the entertainment center
I hung some smaller hearts
That I handmade last year
I just added them to ribbon so I could hang them this year
I love little plant sticks
And have had these two for years
I love hearts so these get two votes for loving
I just added them to a vintage glass bottle
And used red/white candy to hold them
Candy is a fun way to decorate, I say
You get to have a snack now and again
AND, you don't have to find a place to store it
Win...Win
A small heart wreath on the front door
Just a sweet little welcome
I love the two little birds
But just realized that they are facing away from each other
Hmmm...need to change that tomorrow :)
My Heart was FILLED the other day
When I had unexpected guests
They were only in Phoenix for 30 minutes
But my friends from Texas stopped by
On their way to CA
Madi wasn't sure about the 'camera' being used
But at least I got a great photo of my friends
Although we only had a few minutes to share
My Heart was Filled with Love and Joy
For these moments
Thank you Bill and Susan for the HUGS!!!
Susan told me that everybody needs
At least one 20 second hug a day to stay healthy
Well, I don't often get any hugs
LOVED that I got several on Saturday!!!
Another unexpected 'hug' came in the mail today
My blog friend 'DEB' surprised me with
A sweet package filled with Valentine JOY
Thank You Deb
I felt that hug as well
So, I have a full heart
A heart full of Love
And JOY
And, although I didn't take a photo
I made myself a cake last night
(Haven't made a cake in ages)
Now, I'm going to have myself a piece
May you have a blessed weekend ahead
Sweet friend, what a lovely post with your wonderful hearts. Your home must look so pretty for Valentine's Day. I must confess that I have not done much this year....I have some hearts hanging in my craft room, but that is all.
ReplyDeleteDeb is such a sweetie and the goodies she sent you are darling :) Enjoy the upcoming weekend, dear Cindy. Hugs!
Hugs are very healing. I am lucky to have friends who give hugs out so freely! Remember, you need hugs but so does Madi!
ReplyDeleteHi Cindy. I will give you virtual hugs! Cute little bunch of hugs from Deb. So thoughtful! In a few weeks I am getting rid of the gray and going blonde.Love your hair, Madi. New beginnings for both of us..Many hugs..Judy
ReplyDeleteHugs are so good for us, no matter who we are.
ReplyDeleteYour have some sweet Valentine decorations. I've not done anything yet, well except for buying some baby roses. :-)
Have a nice weekend dear Cindy. Love, hugs and prayers for you and Madi ~ FlowerLady
You are all ready for a sweet Valentines day! Thanks for the reminder of how important a hug can be. I have just read of your new life challenges. It is so hard to watch your children have struggles. You have a beautiful attitude that will bless you both. And I am so impressed with your plumbing! Thanks so much for your visit and comment!
ReplyDeleteYou are all ready for a sweet Valentines day! Thanks for the reminder of how important a hug can be. I have just read of your new life challenges. It is so hard to watch your children have struggles. You have a beautiful attitude that will bless you both. And I am so impressed with your plumbing! Thanks so much for your visit and comment!
ReplyDeleteGood Morning Cindy. Glad to see your sweet post on having friends arrive for a short visit over the week end. How nice for you. Love your valentines so cute.
ReplyDeleteGlad Madi is home and you are working together to adjust. You have been in my thoughts and prayers my friend. I wish I could be there to give you a hug but will send a virtual hug today. Have a good week end.
Love and hugs,
Kris
Cindy,
ReplyDeleteBut of course you would have sweet hearts displayed because you have one of the sweetest heart's in Blog Land. Pretty heart décor.
❤️❤️,
Vera
I'm sending a hug your way. Although nothing like the real thing. My daughter is not a hugger but my son is. My grandchildren are so I get them from them. I'm so glad you got to enjoy friends. The word that kept coming to mind as I was praying for you the other day was "Grace." You are a treasure.
ReplyDeleteI like all your heart shapes. Speaking of hug, there's one on my post today for you. I thought today as I was making my post, while closing, I like to encourage others...I know that there are days when everyone could use a warm hug. I guess you need one. I had many days of of long working hours when I saw no one other than co-workers..there were no hugs for me. Your friend is right..human touch is needed. Hug your girl for me. Blessings, xoxo,Susie
ReplyDeleteLove all of your touches of hearts. So nice to have dear friends drop by for a visit. Glad everything is going well. Praying for you and your family.
ReplyDeleteJudy
What a festive Valentine's grouping you have-so much fun!
ReplyDeleteToday, I had two granddaughters over and had special cookies for them as well as we did a craft too. It is so fun to have littles around to celebrate with. Hope you have a wonderful weekend. God Bless!
Noreen
You have some very sweet Valentine decorations, Cindy! I'm so glad you had a few minutes with your friends. I'm thinking these must be the ones you went to see last year. It's such a blessing to have friends who just love you for who you are and never judge.
ReplyDeleteGood blessings to you, Cindy, on this beautiful Saturday. I continue to pray for you and Madi.
Warm hugs,
Carol
Hi Cindy, such a beautiful post filled with darling heart decorations. Love the heart from Stephanie and all the pretties you have displayed. Looks like you enjoyed a nice weekend with your friends coming for a visit. So glad that Madi is home and my prayers remain with you all each and everyday.
ReplyDeleteSending hugs your way my friend. xo
Here is another "hug" for you! It's so good to see smiling faces and having friends stop over...
ReplyDeleteI hope you have a wonderful week. Keeping you in my prayers.
warmly,
deb