A Patriotic Hodgepodge

Happy Veterans Day, dear friends.  It is a wet one here in Massachusetts, but as my dear departed mother used to say... we need the rain. 

Is it Wednesday already?  Life seems to whip by as one grows older.  Not that I would know...  It's time for my favorite series, Hodgepodge.


   

1. In two or three sentences tell us what Veterans Day means to you.

Veterans Day is the day that we take the time to thank and acknowledge the brave men and women for their military service.  We would not have our freedom if it weren't for them.

2.  What's your favorite film with a patriotic theme woven into the storyline?

It is one of my favorite movies of all time - Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.

3.  Flu shot - yes or no?  If you answered no, do you plan to get a flu shot?  Have you ever had the flu?

I have been a great advocate of the almighty flu shot since I got the wicked bug about 30 some odd years ago.  I don't think I have ever been sicker in my whole life!

Which reminds me... #1 & #2 - have you gotten your flu shot yet? 

4.  I've seen lots of people posting pictures of their Christmas trees up and decorated.  Many stores have had Christmas on display since well before Halloween.  Red cups are back at Starbucks, sans the holiday decor, and that has some people up arms.  What are your thoughts on all the holiday ruckus this second week of November?

These issues do not get my big girl panties in a bundle.  If the holiday decor or the red cups bother you - don't go into the store or truck on over to Dunkin' Donuts for your coffee.  No need to share your beliefs or the specifics on Facebook.  

5. What 'critter' are you most afraid of encountering unexpectedly?  Why that one?

I would have to say a mouse unless he wore a cute little sweater and his name was Stuart Little.

6.  Do you like building things?  What's the last thing you built?

Probably the last thing I built was a gingerbread house, and it looked very much like this one.  Construction is not my strong suit.

7.  In keeping with this month's theme of gratitude... what are you most grateful for that brings beauty to your daily life?

I had the hardest time thinking about how to answer this one.  So I went on my walk, and it hit me.  Our 'hood is a small area of historic homes.  I love the charm of the area, and I get to stroll in it every day thanks to my annoying Fitbit.  I took some photos for you.

I have an affinity for yellow houses.

Gorgeous setting for a beautiful home.

This stunning home just screams preppy New England to me.  That's probably why I love it so much.

I have had the pleasure of being in this one and it as charming on the inside as it is on the outside.

So Joyce, thanks for that question and making me aware of the beauty of my surroundings.  Shame on me for taking it for granted.

8.  Insert your own random thought here.

This video came across Facebook today.  It was put together by midshipmen on a zero dollar budget to pay tribute to Annapolis.  I hope it was as much fun to make as it is to watch.






Until next time...

Veteran and his service dog.