Gay's Days, October 10, 2014

Guess what I found yesterday?

My blender.  Can you believe I forgot I had one?  Well, if you read my ramblings, you know I'm not a good cook, and you'd realize I don't use appliances often. 

Poor hubby. He eats whatever I offer and never complains. I cooked breakfast for dinner last night and thought I'd add a pancake to go with the eggs, bacon, and potatoes. While I was rummaging around in my cabinets, I found a waffle iron.  Forgot I had that too.  I decided to make waffles instead of pancakes.  That wasn't possible...I couldn't find the electric cord to the waffle gadget.  Wonder where that doodad is?

I used the blender this morning to make a smoothie.  I had banana/strawberry juice, yogurt, carrots and blueberries, so I liquefied them, put the mixture into a pretty glass, and I'm drinking this creation for breakfast as I tell you my tales. I'd like to lose a pound this week, but I say that to myself every week and never do. I doubt this smoothie will stay with me long. I'll be hungry again in an hour. After I go to the gym, I'll do my best to stay away from the fast food burgers.

I bought a new Bible. My current one is wearing out.  But you know what? I find I keep using the old one. I love my timeworn friend the best. I've written in it, added sticky notes, and placed a few important pictures in there...one of my mom and dad who are now in heaven. Do you have a time-honored friend? There's no better companion than your Bible. God's word speaks to us through this great book.

 

Just as we eat food everyday, we need His Word regularly.

 

My forever friend in blue is the NIV translation. Since hubby preaches from the NKJV, I bought that version. Both my Bibles are study Bibles, but my old friend has better notes regarding hard-to-understand Scripture. Perhaps one reason that people don't read the truth in these pages is because the Word of God is difficult at times to understand.  A good study Bible helps with that.

 

 

I was happy to see two of my Sarah books on Amazon's Best Seller List this morning. I'm looking forward to next Wednesday when the next edition comes out. Sarah and a Dad for Mandy. I hope you will read Sarah and leave a review. You can't imagine how much authors appreciate reviews.

 

 

Got to run. Ya'll keep that smile.

 

Gay's Days, October 9, 2014

While I spoke to a friend on the phone yesterday, I glanced at my front door and found a critter of some kind at the top on the facing. Now I hate to kill varmints of any kind. They scare me and give me the willies, but I didn't want to leave the room and allow that thing to do whatever it planned.

I finally decided to open the door, hit the "bug" with a towel and hope the thingy would fall outside. I didn't have a plan "B."  So if the creepy-crawly decided to attract me in self defense, I might have fainted.

The insect left my door and flew out, but I don't know if it left my house because I hit it with a towel or because I screamed like a banshee.

Here's a picture.  Anyone know what this creature was?  I named it Unwanted.

Our front yard has eight trees, so I imagine Unwanted might have come from one of them. I hope he/she never returns to the inside of the house. Unwanted is unwelcome.

I'm planning on buying either a new Kindle Fire HDX 8.9  or an iPad. I'm told the iPad does more, and it has a bigger reading screen, but it wouldn't be as easy to carry around. Which one should I purchase?  I hate making tech decisions. We just bought a Smart Bar for the TV, and hubby had no problems setting it up.  The young salesman told me it that I can hear my audio books if I set it to do so.  I haven't done that yet. Critters are not the only things that make me cringe.

The salesman at the store showed me an iPad and recommended it over the Kindle. I had him type in Gay N. Lewis and he was amazed when Amazon brought up my books. He said, "I've met a celebrity." I smiled and said, "Not really, but thanks for thinking so." He said the iPad would be familiar since I have an iPhone and I might find it easier to use.  Leave a comment with your thoughts. Which one? iPad or Kindle?   If you know what Unwanted is, let me know that too.

My coffee is cold. Time for a fresh cup. Ya'll have a good one!

Gay's Days, October 7, 2014

Good morning friends,

While I ran errands yesterday, I stopped at the hardware store to shop for Christmas gifts.

Did I hear you say, "huh? Hardware store? Did she buy hammers to use as stocking stuffers?"

The Ace Hardware store where I shop has the Trendz Boutique located in the front half of the store, and they have unique items for the home. I drool over the costume jewelry and clothing items. They even have gourmet coffee and foods. I sampled the Snickerdoodle blend. Delicious.

I found a large supply of angels, and you know how I love angels. Here's a picture of three--they had many more of various shapes and sizes.  I'm trying to decide which one of the trio I want.  Let me know the one you like best. I'm looking for one that doesn't look too much like Christmas. I plan to leave out it out all year.

 

The tallest angel stands 21 inches and the second tallest is 17 inches. Her wings are metal.

I'm leaning toward the middle one.

 

How about this Santa?

 

 

Santa stood in my way, and he's as tall as I am.

 

If you are ever in Katy, Texas, stop by the Ace Hardware. Address: 1720 S Mason Rd, You'll like the store.

 

I found two Christmas gifts while I browsed. Have you started yet? I'm planning to finish in a timely manner this year, and this is really early for me. Perhaps there is hope. My family will be amazed.

The store also had fall decorations, but I thought Christmas when I saw all the displays.

I wrote almost five hundred Sarah words yesterday. She's having an amazing experience out there on the deep blue sea.

Now I'm thinking about the book about to come out...Sarah and a Dad for Mandy. That book will be officially released a week from today! I can hardly wait!

Let me know which angel you like best. And I hope you are planning to read Mandy!

Until tomorrow............