Washerless Wednesday - Our new fixture

It is so nice to have a handy man around the house because you can get things done the same day without having to wait for an appointment.  The other benefit is that it's cheap labor because we don't have to pay anyone.  During the weekend Jeff decided that it was time to get the kitchen faucet replaced.  The good part about him is that he does read all the reviews before we go out shopping for one.  For me it's all about the looks and of course user friendly.  The store we picked is the all time favorite for most household - HOME DEPOT.  Since Jeff already have done his research it was a quick stop.  Walk the aisle, find the section and surprise - the item was in stock.  On Sunday morning after doing the dishes, he started to install the new kitchen toy and sooner than later it's all done. Ta ta da da!

It's nothing fancy but it's practical. It swivels smoothly and it has two settings and a retractable piece for directional cleaning.

 

Turning Tuesday - 50 is the new 40

A few of my friends are turning the magic number this year.  I still remember how I celebrated my big 50th birthday.  It's the best birthday of my life and I hope that it will be the same for my friends.  Today, I thought of listing 50 things that they might or should do when you turn this milestone year.  The list is a mixture of what I think was the best from each of the list I found online.

1. Take a photo of your favorite corner of your home.
2. Pay for someone's coffee or tea anonymously.
3. Eat a whole lobster.
4. Try to draw a picture one day during the week of your birthday to capture a moment .
5. Give as many compliments as you can during the month of your birthday.
6. Plan that trip whether it's a day trip, a weekend or a whole week, and GO.
7. Watch a funny movie with a friend or other half.
8. Try a new drink with your BFF.
9. Stop and smell the roses and other flowers too.
10. Make special dinner for your better half.
11. Sorry I ran out of ideas.  Just enjoy this year because it's all about you. 

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Mixture Monday - Just flowers but

Spring is only 69 more sleeps.  Yes I'm rushing it but it's because I feel for my family and friends who are experiencing cold winters.  If you have been following my blog lately, I have been posting some pretty flowers that I take each time I see them everywhere I go.  It's a constant reminding that spring will be in the air soon.  As the days get longer and I notice this more and more when we are out in the golf course.  We try to finish 18 hole each week but in order to make sure we have enough light, the guys tee's off with me on the red block.  This way it's shorter distance for the last 4 holes.  Sure enough, we are on the last tee by the time it gets dark.  Here's the latest mixture of flowers which I took this weekend in my MIL's neighborhood.

I have no clue what their names are, but I know you will agree with me that they are pretty and it makes you think and feel like spring is in the air.

Sweet and Sour Sunday - Citrus time

The oranges and lemons were calling me to pick them from the tree.  We stopped by my MIL's home to help her take some of the fruits that are ready.  It's a little exciting trying to pick the best ones first, then the ones that were hanging lower and Jeff takes care of the ones that were way too high.  I couldn't believe how many oranges and lemons were ready.  If you remember my other post, I made a couple of batch of marmalades already.  Maybe I'll makes some lemon bread, lemon bars, orange cupcakes and whatever else I can make.  This years oranges are really sweet and juice while the lemons are really sour.  It's nice to have them without paying for them.  Each year I look forward to orange picking at my MIL's backyard.  Of course, I remembered to take some photos.

I only picked 7 lemons.

There is at least the same amount left on the tree.

Jeff and I made these orange cupcakes with orange glaze and walnuts.

 

Sugary Saturday - Candy bar hunt

As you all know, there are so many different candy bars in the USA that are not available in Canada.  When my daughter is having a sweet tooth attack, she sends me a photo of a candy that she would like to try.  Today Jeff and I went hunting for the particular candy as well as a different snack.  Since Jeff is an avid fan of candies, he really did not mind looking for such an item.  Of course, he's like a kid when it comes to getting a surprise at the store.  Check out some of the candies and snacks we found.  

Jeff found this and it's similar to Smartees.

My daughter only likes the Butterfinger cups.

This is the one that my daughter wanted to try.

Two different kinds that might not be available in Canada.

Flowery Friday - Take time to enjoy it

Winter in San Jose is very easy to take as to compared to the places I have lived in Canada.  I always feel bad when my friends send a text asking what I am doing or what the temperature is.  On Monday I decided to golf with the ladies group that I use to go out with.  It was nice to see them and just catch up with life stories.  When there's five people golfing there's a lot of waiting in each and every hole.  This is when I take the time to enjoy the scenery and take some photos of whatever it is I think makes me happy or someone who look at these photos later.  Just think that we are in the beginning of our winter and you can still see some flowers that are colorful.

The lonely flower.

Just tickled pink.

Three sisters.

She loves me - she loves me not.

Tortuous Thursday - One more month

Last November the guys that I golf with decided to join a players membership at the Summit Pointe Golf Course in Milpitas, California.  I cannot forget the first time I played this course many years ago, before Jeff and I were married.  I was visiting for a couple of weeks and his group from work usually golf early morning for 9 holes for a very cheap price.  All I can remember was that it was cold, very hill and lots of twists and turns.  When I heard the name I knew my memory is still pretty good.  It took a lot of convincing from the guys for me to make the decision to join.  Since we were only going to do it for three months, there was nothing to lose because I would get to golf with the guys at least once a week for a good deal and have the use of driving range.  Yesterday we decided to go out and enjoy the beautiful weather.  Because most of the golfers have gone back to work, it was pretty quiet. No groups infront or behind us.  The sky was blue and there was no wind.  You couldn't ask for more.  Scenery was something else.  There were very large homes on the hills and on particular holes you could see the city and part of the water.  My golf game may have improved a little because these two guys are very helpful in making sure I am enjoying the game.  Almost forgot, I started using my hockey stick putter and even change the way I putt.  I hold it as if I am playing hockey (I've never played hockey in my life) and slapping the golf ball as a puck.  Putting is never going to be the same.  I am loving this putt and once I get really use to it, then maybe it will take some strokes off.  Check out the link of the course.