Hello Weekend....

You know what I want to do? Wake up one weekend,

 and not have to go anywhere and do nothing...

Soon the weekend officially begins.  So far nothing much scheduled, but I know that can

 change within minutes.  Since last night, Arvid has already started to ask me if I 

think we should do the music scene.  Right now I'm just waking up so still have

 some time to consider it.   Lots to do today so depending on how tired

 we are later on in the day is what will influence our decision.

Everyone knows that Florida is HOT in the summer, well summer seems to have been 

here already for months.  Doing chores yesterday with lots of running in and out of 

the car was exhausting.   Exhausting because of the heat.  Sure wears one out 

and it it definitely does not help any that after a few minutes of this,

 one is soaking wet with perspiration.  Boy do we need a change soon. 

 Hopefully this year in Norway we will have better temperatures.  Last year it was even 

hotter there than the worst summer in Florida.  At least here in Florida

 we have AC.  Not so in Norway as a rule.

As I am writing this I have to remind myself that the grass is not always greener

on the other side.  Maybe I have to remind myself also to be more appreciative of my 

surroundings and to appreciate all the goodness life has given to me rather than focus on the 

mundane.  I do, but boy the heat is something I find intolerable.

The day is cloudy with rain predicted.  With the work we do a lot depends today on

the weather.  Hopefully no rain right now.   Dark clouds OK, rain not welcome.  Not today.

Good morning everyone.  In just a few hours we can all kick back and relax. 

 For some this is already happening.  Like they say it is 5 o'clock somewhere already.

It is officially too hot when the lure of jumping in a cold pool is finally stronger

than the horror I feel when I see myself in a swimsuit...

~Nadiya~

Wednesday...

Hump day.  Not as depressing as Monday. Not as exciting as Friday,
 but the sun is shining, it's a brand new day and I'm alive...

Brutus had his 6 month check up yesterday.  So far no results, but the doctor says he looks good.  

He lost a little of weight and we now have to wait and see what the blood work tells us.  

The doctor says that the biggest problem would be damage to the lungs because of 

the long term use of these medications.  Fingers crossed that everything comes 

back normal.  Brutus needs these pills to fight the permanent infection 

in his paw.  Brutus does not need organ failure.  What a dilemma.

Once back home, Brutus was a little upset with us.  He sat far away and just kept

 an eye on me while i enjoyed a cup of tea.  Does not take him long to get over his mood.

Today is going to be another scorching day. Maybe a god day to take a swim in the pool.

Hmmm.. not sure how that will go, but maybe Arvid and I might for a change try it out.

In the meantime there are many other ways to stay cool.  Fruit being one of

my favorites and my fruit infused water always delicious in this heat.

Besides tasting great and having zero calories,

infused water has many additional health benefits, including:

Improves your mood. 

Flushes toxins from your system.

Fills you up so you don’t eat as much junk.

Naturally helps your body release fat cells.

Keeps food moving through your system.

Keeps your organs healthy while you’re sweating.

Reduces muscle fatigue while working out.

Helps you recuperate faster from a workout.

Keeps you from feeling groggy in the afternoon.

Not a bad way to start your day by any means.  Making my day was something sent

to me also by a friend.  Not in the least flattering, but definitely true and so very funny.

You know what they say, "nothing beats a good laugh."  And when you can laugh at yourself 

then you know you have it all together...most times.  Adding to my day will be a visit from 

Liliana.  Already started to make her some foodies and some apple tarts in the oven makes

 the place smell so good.  Yes it is a good day.  Always something good in everyday.

Make sure you find that something good in each day and to all a good day.

May your Wednesday be a humping good time.
Do something nice.  Say something good, hear something great today...

~Nadiya~