Today Is Thursday. November 14, 2024: This Is What Happened.

 Went to the dump and feeling on chilli side. Other that not anything exciting going on. 

Coffee is on.

Today Is Wednesday, November 13, 2024: This Is What Happened.

 

It has been some time since I've bought embroidery floss retail. Usually, they come from thrift stores. But I don't have any variegated colors of floss. I want yellow as the primary color. So, I'm about ready to start another Wizard of Oz scene. A quilt block. Will be taking part in wordless wednesday. 

It was a busy day. We had a round-table discussion of earth-based topics—nothing hard-core. I guess one could say we talked about this and that related to earth-based faith.

I went to the senior center since they were having ham and bean soup. They also serve a mix of broccoli and cauliflower as vegetables, cornbread muffins, and apple crisps. I cleaned the main bathroom sink.

Over at Wiki Art, in the search bar, I put in the word "Zapped," and the 8th artwork was one of DIEGO RIVERA. I've seen quite a few things about his wife, Frida Kahlo. His grandson has made a film, A PORTRAIT OF DIEGO: THE REVOLUTIONARY GAZE. I haven't yet found this film.

Here are some more of his WORKS

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Today Is Tuesday, November 12, 2024: This Is What Happened.

Yesterday’s main thing we did was put in a new faucet in the back bathroom. Our bathrooms are small—there is not much room at all. Then, we just generally picked up.

Address some envelopes for some artist trading cards I’m trading. No mail went out yesterday.

So today, I’ve been trying to get hold of the Department of Medicaid here in Idaho. I will be on Medicare in February and will be glad to be on It. Medicaid has too much to hold over you. I don’t know how many times I have mentioned it. I wish we had a one-payer option.

Before Murphy and I went to the senior center. We went over and picked up one of his pills. For 90 days, we paid $2.33. Since we were early for lunch. We stopped at the community thrift store. Each of us found one thing. Murphy got a hammer drill and paid $9.99. And I saw a set of watercolor pencils for .99¢.

We had beef pot roast with mashed potatoes, gravy, carrots, and broccoli for vegetables for lunch. And mix fruit.

Plus, the food giveaway.

Today’s art piece is called “Yearning to be Caressed.” Question time...What is something you have been yearning for?

MAHMOUD FARSHIAN did this piece, and I’ll share more of his works. Most of his works are considered in the KITISH style.

Coffee is on.

Today Is Sunday, November 10, 2024: This Is What Happened.

 

Today’s art piece is in the style of purism, which I have never even heard of. So I looked up the definition. The piece is called “The Composition with the Umbrella” by By FERNAND LEGER; here are more of his works.

Murphy and I went for a drive through the GAME REFUGE. We saw one deer and quite a few geese and ducks. It has been foggy most of the day. Gender friendly out house. Question time: When was the last time you took a Sunday drive? 

I did some general chores and completed my to-do list in my bullet journal. If I get one to four things done on the list, I will shout with joy. If I get over four things done, I will jump with joy.

Yesterday, I ordered my Granddaughter art supplies for a Christmas Present. This year, their Christmas gift from us will be cut short. They will be taking out the pajamas and new outfits as gifts. Statement time...I don’t see how Trump’s economic plan will help most of us. I only see horrible inflation.

Dinner today is Tuna Helper.

Coffee is on.

Today Is Thursday, November 7, 2024: This Is What Happened.

 

A few days ago, we woke up to snow in the mountains. By now, we usually have a skiff in the yard.

This morning, Murphy and I went to two stores: an auto parts store and a grocery store. At the auto store, we bought a quart of oil.

The snow blower needs just general maintenance. Like changing the oil and checking the grease.

For food, they had a bake sale today. You could pick up $76 worth of food. Roast beef was on sale for $3.98 a pound. I'm going to cut the roast into 1/3. Ended up cutting 2 package of stew meat.

I just finished my second art journal, which took me about nine months to finish. I thought of sharing three pages.

I don't care for it.

Here is the one I think is in middle of the road.

I like this one.

I hope to get a walk-in shortly.

I'm hooking up with SKY WATCH FRIDAY., ART FOR FRIDAY.

Coffee is on.

Today Is Wednesday, November 6, 2024: This Is What Happened.

Dumbfounded. I just don't understand what people see in Trump. Let me share briefly how my county voted. 80% voted for Trump, and 16% voted for Harris here, which doesn't surprise me. None of the Democrats got elected here. A few Rhino made, and they will be going to our state capital in 2025. RHINO stands for Republican In Name Only. I voted for two Rhinos. If a candidate has a D after your name. Here in Idaho, you have No chance of making it.

Then, we had both a Maintenance and Operation levy for our public school district and a bond levy to build a new grade school. Both got voted down.

We also voted for one proposition to get rid of close primaries and another to change the Idaho Constitution to not let illegal aliens vote in Idaho elections. The change in the constitution was just a waste of ink. Illegal aliens can't vote. The other part of Proposition 1 also had RANK CHOICE VOTING. I think that might have something to do with the failure of Proposition One.

I consider myself an independent voter. But I lean liberal and or progressive.

Today's art is by VINCENT VAN GOGH. I believe we all know who Van Gogh's work is. Here is a link to more of his ART

I went to my watercolor class, which I didn't finish, and then I went to have pork chops with mashed potatoes, mushroom gravy, and beets.

Today Is Tuesday, November 5, 2024: This Is What Happened.

 

Since I'm at the letter V. and it's election day here in the United States, I put the word "vote" in wiki art. I am also using one of Andy Warhol's paintings. Here are some more of his works.

Hubby and I are watching the election return. I wasn't sure if I was going to watch the results as they came in, but this election got me on edge.

Hubby and I went to the Naples fire station to vote. This was the first time we had to stand outside, but we were done in less than an hour. I'm sure Idaho will go with Trump. Tomorrow, I will give the results from my state and county.

We went to the senior center. They serve chicken pot pie. I wish the serving were a little bit more of the pot pie.

I worked a little bit in my art journal.

Coffee is on.

Today Is Sunday, November 3, 2024: This Is What Happened.

 

The clock fell back—okay, the time fell back an hour. My brain should be back to normal on Tuesday or Wednesday. I wish they wouldn't change the time, either way.

I took a short walk. I loaded the dishwasher; I still need to add more. I washed some jeans; I need to put them in the dryer. Oh, and I haven't made the bed yet. Plus, I did some cleaning around the place.

Murphy is starting trees from cuttings. Hopefully, we can sell some. It will supplement our income. Even if we sell 52 trees at $10 each, that would cover our electric bill for about six months.

The term "underground" changed. I would guess. With social media. There are some underground PUBLICATION still in existence. Today's art theme is

UNDERGROUND. So today's painting I'm sharing is called "Underground Vegetal Structure XXV." His site isn't secured, but he is from Romania. His art style is called TACHISME, which I have never heard of.

Here is some work on ROMUL NUTIU. Question time: Are you using any non-mainstream publications? I can't think of any. I rarely watch FOX or CNN news.

Coffee is on.

Today Is Saturday, November 2, 2024: This Is What Happened.

Statement time: I don’t know how much more stupid Idaho is going to get. I will let you follow the link. I usually get my vaccine at the pharmacy.  

Welcome to Saturday 9. We’ve committed to our readers to post nine questions every Saturday. Sometimes, the post will have a theme, and at other times, the questions will be totally unrelated. Those weeks, we do “random questions,” so to speak. We encourage you to visit other participants’ posts and leave a comment. Because we don’t have any rules, it is your choice. We hate rules. We love memes, however, and here is today’s meme! If you want to play, here is the link to other players.

The song is called “Back To December” by Taylor Swift, and here is a link to the song.

     1)Taylor Swift sings that when her mind wanders, it usually

      returns to a specific day in December. How about you? Do     

you often daydream? Or do you focus on what’s happening at the moment?

 I have ADHD. I tend to go from thing to thing. I’m working on it. At times, I have to set a timer. And stay on task for the set time. But it is good to dream either at night or daytime.

2) She’s looking back on December. We’re going with a different take: What are you looking forward to this month as we enter November? Nothing big. I don’t see anything happening out of the ordinary. I will probably see my son and his family in Spokane for Thanksgiving. I have a few things on my to-do list.

3) The lyrics recount a casual conversation between two former sweethearts. They talk about their families, their careers, and the weather. Are you good at making small talk? It depends on the person and subject.

4)This song was rumored to be about her breakup with Taylor Lautner, the actor best known for playing a werewolf in the popular Twilight series. In acknowledgment of the Halloween season, Did you ever trick or treat as a werewolf, vampire, witch, ghost, or other scary creature? I have been both a witch and a ghost.

5)Taylor is currently involved with Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs, and naturally, this is his busy time of year. How’s your football team (NFL or NCAA) doing this season? It’s been a while since I’ve watched or followed any sports.

6) Taylor loves chicken tenders and says she’d eat them daily if calories weren’t considered. If you were to enjoy tenders right now, what dipping sauce would you prefer --sweet/sour, barbecue, or honey mustard? I do like all three. But my favorite dipping sauce would be blue cheese dressing.

7Thinking of food, Taylor Swift recently donated $5 million to Feeding America, with the funds earmarked for those affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Does it make you feel good to do good? If yes, what is something you’ve done recently to help others? At times, I give to birthday charities through Facebook. I also pick up a few things for our local toy drive for Christmas.

8) In 2010, when this week’s song was a hit, the iPod Nano was also famous. Did you have an iPod? No

9) Random question: Did you run the dishwasher or clothes washer more recently?Dishwasher

We have snow on the top of our mountains.

I went to my art journal group. There were five of us.

When I hear “Train,” I think of a locomotive with cars behind it. Being pulled by an engine and going down some tracks. Not be trained. This painting is called Young Girl Leaning to Write. This painting is done by JEAN BAPTISTE CAMILLE COROT, and here is some of his WORKS

Coffee is on.

Today Is Friday, November 1, 2025: This Is What Happened.

 

Here are some of the artists who painted the LAST SUPPER. Here is a link from wiki-art on the SUPPER. Today's last supper was done by GIOTTO. Here are more of his works. 

Last night, I went over to Liz and watched Ghost. I really like this show. Plus, I enjoyed the trick-or-treaters stopping by her place. I don't know when I took a picture of this sunrise, but it was pretty. It has been raining most of the day. I'm linking to SKY WATCH FRIDAY,

I went to the senior center for lunch with my husband. They had spaghetti. It was the middle of the road. Yesterday, we had spaghetti for dinner. In all honesty, the spaghetti we made was much better. We used Italian sausage made into meatballs.

Mop the front foyer and do general housework. No laundry. So far! I don't think I'll be doing any washing. I have been working on organizing and getting ready to take items to the thrift store. The other day, I did find four pencil pouches. I paid .75¢ each, and they were in great condition. The only grip I have is that they're clear. But for that price and condition, I can overlook that.

When we were down in Spokane, Bart, my son, and my granddaughter Wendy also played the CORPSE DRAWING GAMES and the time drawing game. We drew for a minute and a half and passed it to the next person. We did two rounds.

Linking to FACE OFF and ART FOR FUN FRIDAY.

Today Is Tuesday, October 29, 2024: This Is What Happened.

Murphy and I went to the senior center. Not many there. They were serving lamb. A little earlier in the month, they served ground lamb. Murphy thought they would have been more there. I didn't. The senior center had a small gathering last time they served lamb. Most of North Idaho isn't keen on change. I took my saddle into the basement. I got a set of winter tires that are in good shape. Don't fit on any of our rigs. So we're going to try to sell them.

I put the saddle in the basement when someone looks at the tire. I don't want them to come back and steal it, and our garage doors aren't all that great.

I sorted out the crayons. I made six bags. Two are going to be friends. Qunella said she would find a good home for them. Lolita has plenty of grandchildren. She does arts and crafts with them. I made a bag for myself, a bag for my granddaughter's Christmas present, and two bags—one for Claudia and Wendy's school.

I've been looking for art supplies, and crayons are one of them. I put mix art supplies in a pencil pouch, and I even find art supplies at the thrift store.

There is plenty of art with rivers in it. Their two rivers here are the Kootenai and the Moyie. The Moyie goes into the Kootenai. Today, the art is called "Meandering Landscape With River."PIET MONDRAIN created this painting. Here are some of his WORKS

Coffee is on,