A Passing Friend….

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Have you ever wanted to give a person a second chance and when you did, you realized why you didn’t want to be around this person?  Well, I did just that, and within a few minutes I knew I was right to keep my word.

People are people and some are just meant to be passing friends. Passing friends? One might wonder what this is, but it is as simple as it sounds.

A passing friend is someone whom you know and happen to come across out and about. Example: you are in a store, and you notice a person you know, so you say, “hello” small talk and be on your way.

A passing friend is someone whom you only talk a short while with nothing too personal, just enough to acknowledge them before you go one about your business.

If it looks like they want to talk longer, apologize and let them know you have somewhere else you have to go.  This way you won’t have to accept an invitation when you don’t want to go or lie to get out of an invitation in order not to hurt that person’s feelings.

I wanted to believe this person wasn’t all bad, but I was wrong. Well, let me correct myself. They are good people, but there are some people who just aren’t a match with your personality. I don’t like to judge or to be judgemental. 

Your will cannot overpower the person you’re talking to or talking at? That last part “talking at,” because if you are talking at me then you are not talking to me.

Oh well, I can honestly say I gave this person a second chance to not be, “A Passing Friend.” Everyone needs a second chance, and it was done.

Bye IV Now, LD*

It’s Fun to Crochet….

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I enjoy crocheting and 

I would talk about it all day if I could,

 but there’s not too many who share my idea of fun.

I came across Charlotte Yarn.

They were having an event where 

Those who

Crochet or knit

Can come together to enjoy

A few hours to create together.   

I was so excited and

I wanted to take pictures

And guess who forgot…

Charlotte Yarncharlotteyarn.com https://charlotteyarn.com

I am going to stop here, because I am looking forward to finding out what there is to do in Nebraska? 

Bye IV Now, LD*

Online Traveling #26: Montana

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 I got off track with visiting different states across America, but it’s time to finish what I started months ago. The next stop on my list was Montana. I have no idea what to inspect, but I cannot wait to find out what there is to do in Montana.

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The Travel Boss  12/20/23 TOP 10 Things to do in Whitefish, Montana 2024! {}

Video #1 : I enjoyed looking at the trees and there were a lot of things to do outside. I am not that adventurous. I don’t like walking in dirt and I know I would never get on a small boat. 

{} THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Montana – 2024 (with Photos) – Tripadvisor

VIP Private Boutique Tour of Yellowstone’s Upper Loop – West Yellowstone, MT

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VIP Private North Yellowstone National Park Winter Excursion

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Yellowstone National Park is arguably at its most magical in the winter when the crowds have gone and the wildlife is abundant. This private tour from Bozeman takes you into the park via the North Entrance and to steaming hot springs and geysers. While your guide focuses on driving, you can stay focused on looking for bison, elk, bighorn sheep, coyotes and more.

Nature Walk in Glacier National Park

By Glacier Guides and Montana Raft

Meet at Glacier Guides & Montana Raft at 9:30am to meet your guide and go over a brief orientation. Once in Glacier, you’ll get to explore Glacier’s natural wonders on a guided adventure! Start with a 1-mile round trip walk through Lake McDonald Valley, admiring its glaciated beauty and resident wildlife. Then, venture to the North Fork Valley with scenic stops en route. Take another 1-mile round trip walk along the Wild and Scenic North Fork of the Flathead River, learning about the environment and its history.

This engaging nature walk is easy, offering captivating insights. After the walk, return to the Glacier Guides and Montana Raft office in the early afternoon, benefiting from your knowledgeable guide’s expertise. Typically, the tour concludes around 1:30 PM. {}

I may not be the outdoor person and do love looking at the trees.

The End..

P.S- I am so over trying to get the pictures and words to go smaller. I may have to rethink on how or if go to Nebraska.

Time 2 Crochet…

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I couldn’t think of anything to crochet, so I decided to just do granny squares. I did a few different ones, because I thought just working a regular square would be boring. I did learn doing different stitches even though you are using the same five count, the size doesn’t come out the same, and then you have to add an extra row to make up the difference.

I am going to post a few granny squares. These ladies know what they are doing, and I have learned a few new stitches from each of them. If it’s about crochet it could be on their site, so have fun looking through what they already have posted.

#1 https://youtu.be/O_5nIpXg8OM?si=9_gKUpA_ug83Pha7 How To Crochet a Granny Square – Beginners Tutorial & Basic Pattern Jayda InStitches May 8, 2014  Granny Squares We’re going back to basics today!  Crochet Along with me to make this Basic Granny Square For Beginners 🙂  I take it nice and slow so if you’re totally new to crochet, this is a great place to start! Get the written instructions (including assembly!) at our Etsy Shop: https://jaydainstitches.etsy.com 

#2

How to Crochet a Granny Square for ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS Hooked by Robin 

#3

Crochet With Tiffany Hansen   https://www.crochetwithtiffany.com/pr…

#4 https://youtu.be/V3-zQA2qjLs?si=AZ2NoRA6fMUNeXcB

Joining Squares Idea in Crochet | Zigzag Slip Stitch Method | Embroidery Inspired Lyza Walters   Mar 11, 2020

I started joining my squares together as I started watching videos for my online traveling post. I may have stopped working on that post, I don’t feel like stopping crocheting, so I am going to watch one of my favorite amines and enjoy my first day off in five days. (I was trying to add the words to each video, but the words wouldn’t copy as I liked. I still don’t like computers to try to figure out how to fix it)

Time for a glass of water before I get back to having some crochet fun!!

Bye IV Now, LD*

Healthy Salad Dressings…

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I am determined to stay on this healthier way of thinking. I have been working out, true only ten minutes in the morning and ten minutes before I go to bed, but that is a good start.

I decided I was going to eat more veggies and fruits and cut back on meat. I have already cut back on the sweets and fried food. 

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 I found four out of five salads dressing I want to try: {}

#1 : Cilantro lime avocado dressing.             https://greenhealthycooking.com/cilantro-lime-avocado-dressing/

#2: Greek yogurt herb dressing. https://greenhealthycooking.com/greek

#3: Citrus basil dressing. https://greenhealthycooking.com/citrus-basil-dressing/   

#4: Peanut salad dressing. https://greenhealthycooking.com/peanut-salad-dressing/ {}      

Time to get moving. I am also adding a few dance moves, because who doesn’t like dancing? A fun way to help loose a few extra pounds…

Bye IV Now, LD*