tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.comments2024-02-16T02:30:40.650-08:00The Best 50 YearsCrystalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15121595693364379806noreply@blogger.comBlogger267125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-88788521213970255312016-01-09T07:22:12.442-08:002016-01-09T07:22:12.442-08:00I've created subcategories - quilts, books/pat...I've created subcategories - quilts, books/patterns, organizing, etc - of projects I need to finish and plan to do one a week and document it here at The Best 50 Years. Care to join me, Barbara? Crystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15121595693364379806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-78701578866585688572016-01-09T06:42:14.115-08:002016-01-09T06:42:14.115-08:00I selected Finish also! There are so many things I...I selected Finish also! There are so many things I leave unfinished, and for no good reason. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01770315015929723157noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-86632199424598075192015-07-17T11:23:31.769-07:002015-07-17T11:23:31.769-07:00Before this trip, I agreed with your hubby, Felici...Before this trip, I agreed with your hubby, Felicia. In fact, I had made several reservations and had researched other places I thought we might end up so I could easily select a motel at the last minute. I was so NOT looking forward to sleeping in the car but knew it would be necessary part of the time. Well, I'm a convert now! And I would have never believed it based on a couple Crystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15121595693364379806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-5242793757051960682015-07-14T10:51:53.388-07:002015-07-14T10:51:53.388-07:00Crystal, I'm so glad you're sharing your a...Crystal, I'm so glad you're sharing your adventures. The trip sounds awesome!<br /><br />My hubby would never consider making such a trip without hotel reservations. I, on the other hand, would love to do just what you guys did. Can't wait to read all about it.Feliciahttp://www.feliciawilliams.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-59524183707281605142014-09-27T09:55:24.499-07:002014-09-27T09:55:24.499-07:00I love your attitude, Felicia - I'm also just ...I love your attitude, Felicia - I'm also just getting warmed up. So many people have done so many great things after 50 - I can't wait to see what's in store for us!<br /><br />I know you'll enjoy the book. One of the things that kept me in a state of awe is how little prepared she was for such a journey. I'm talking no map, no concrete idea of where she'd stay, no extra Crystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15121595693364379806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-38026292356908202352014-09-19T09:16:55.101-07:002014-09-19T09:16:55.101-07:00Crystal, I first have to say, I’m glad you’re post...Crystal, I first have to say, I’m glad you’re posting again. Secondly, advanced age at 65??? Really? I’m in my 50’s and I’m just getting warmed up. I’m not so sure folks will be able to keep up with me when I hit 65!<br /><br />I just requested the book from my local library and can’t wait until it comes in so I can read it. <br /><br />It’s a shame that our youth-oriented society is so Feliciahttp://www.nojobformom.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-2906197229319497192014-09-16T11:34:49.544-07:002014-09-16T11:34:49.544-07:00What most folks probably see as the biggest advant...What most folks probably see as the biggest advantage of ereaders is being able to pack so many books around with no weight or bulk. The main reason I got one, however, is the backlit screen (which Kindle didn't have when I got mine so I have a Cruz). I can read in bed with no lamp! For traveling it's especially nice, but it's also great at home beings I mostly read in bed at night. Crystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15121595693364379806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-9947958210985636802014-09-16T09:58:54.088-07:002014-09-16T09:58:54.088-07:00I haven't quite warmed up to the Kindle world ...I haven't quite warmed up to the Kindle world yet. I'm still with audio books and old fashioned paper. I've got a few on my device but haven't gotten around to reading them yet. My constant flow of library books keeps me busy.<br /><br />I guess it could be worse. By limiting it to 10 books at a time, it will force you to complete them. Knowing me, I'd probably have 20 Feliciahttp://www.nojobformom.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-71521986166640002942014-09-12T11:05:19.416-07:002014-09-12T11:05:19.416-07:00Thanks for stopping by, Joni. Sounds like you'...Thanks for stopping by, Joni. Sounds like you've had some computer challenges. Funny you'd get the post now. Must be because I updated it?. Anyway, I was so done with blogging in June but maybe now have some energy and interest in it again. We shall see!Crystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15121595693364379806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-44838023099122936662014-09-12T10:20:32.268-07:002014-09-12T10:20:32.268-07:00I thot I had subscribed to this blog but this post...I thot I had subscribed to this blog but this post about you stopping was the first one I received in several years. Not your fault i'm sure. I was without a puter for a while and now and then only receive internet sporadically (thanks to a neighbor who allow me to use their line when not busy). I just wanted to let you know it was nice meeting you on NJFM and lets meet there with Felicia forAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-76961371261969771432014-06-11T11:03:41.581-07:002014-06-11T11:03:41.581-07:00Thanks for chiming in, Felicia - just about everyt...Thanks for chiming in, Felicia - just about everything I know about writing online, I learned from you and really value the friendship we've developed over the years. I may post from time to time for the exact reason you stated - it's the one foolproof way I can keep track of something I may want to revisit. I also may find that I miss it so don't intend to pull the plug completely. Crystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15121595693364379806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-91551024537744310212014-06-10T08:32:37.702-07:002014-06-10T08:32:37.702-07:00Oh wow, Crystal. I’ll miss your posts, but I’ve g...Oh wow, Crystal. I’ll miss your posts, but I’ve got to say I totally understand where you’re coming from.<br /><br />Something as simple as owning your own domain and writing when the urge hits shouldn’t be complicated. Unfortunately, Google pretty much owns the web.<br /><br />I still blog from time to time on my more obscure blogs. I think I’m the only one who reads my posts, but that’s okayFeliciahttp://www.nojobformom.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-29547979996168408372014-02-04T13:46:53.513-08:002014-02-04T13:46:53.513-08:00Glad this might be helpful to you, Felicia - you&#...Glad this might be helpful to you, Felicia - you're actually the inspiration for this post. Recently on No Job for Mom, you mentioned that one of your reasons for blogging is it's the best filing system you've found and I realized you're absolutely right! Now if I want to revisit this subject, I'll know just where to look. And others can benefit from my research, as well.Crystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15121595693364379806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-79127052292842301652014-02-04T12:23:53.184-08:002014-02-04T12:23:53.184-08:00Good info, Crystal. Once I fix my hosting problem...Good info, Crystal. Once I fix my hosting problems I'll look into it.Feliciahttp://www.nojobformom.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-39028890942735004672013-12-31T10:13:09.541-08:002013-12-31T10:13:09.541-08:00Purchased and wrapped by September? WOW! Sounds li...Purchased and wrapped by September? WOW! Sounds like my sister. I'm not that good but have already gotten a start on Christmas 2014.<br /><br />I like to do two gifts per grandchild - one moderate and the other small (like a book). Well, the little girls who will be two and four by next Christmas and who are very into the whole princess thing are each getting a microplush throw with a crown Crystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15121595693364379806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-3609380878622651022013-12-31T09:29:34.304-08:002013-12-31T09:29:34.304-08:00You did very well on your 2013 goals. I thought a...You did very well on your 2013 goals. I thought about you the week before Christmas as I was watching all of the shoppers go crazy trying to buy gifts for their loved ones. I’ve considered preparing for Christmas throughout the year but have never done it. A friend of mine is always finished by September. Her gifts are purchased and wrapped!<br /><br />De-cluttering is an ongoing process withFeliciahttp://www.nojobformom.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-18259893670320274932013-09-13T01:16:44.947-07:002013-09-13T01:16:44.947-07:00Great info in your post, I saw a report on tv last...Great info in your post, I saw a report on tv last week about this same thing and since I am getting married in four weeks and the timing couldn't have been better! thnks for the post!<br /><a href="http://oakvilledentistry.com/" rel="nofollow">dentist oakville ontario</a><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04984020805396856366noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-40892475385078488852013-07-06T20:49:53.758-07:002013-07-06T20:49:53.758-07:00Looks yummy! I've always got ripe bananas in t...Looks yummy! I've always got ripe bananas in the summer.laura west konghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01992230101346783651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-39187558451859343002013-06-17T00:26:39.963-07:002013-06-17T00:26:39.963-07:00Selling used books on cash4book.net can really mak...Selling used books on cash4book.net can really make you some money. Keep it up!<br /><br /><a href="http://bookquoter.com/" rel="nofollow">who pays the most for textbooks <br /></a><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12572705742718496710noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-41646626465837742012013-04-11T05:46:14.770-07:002013-04-11T05:46:14.770-07:00And Happy Birthday to you, Felicia! I thought 55 m...And Happy Birthday to you, Felicia! I thought 55 might finally be a tough one for me but it just breezed by like all those that came before.<br /><br />I'm really excited about the suggestions from the physical therapist. The focus on self-healing through targeted exercise is refreshing, especially when compared to the idea of prescription medication that just masks symptoms that could be Crystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15121595693364379806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-70397409452215853922013-04-11T04:28:16.328-07:002013-04-11T04:28:16.328-07:00Happy Birthday, Crystal. I'll be joining the ...Happy Birthday, Crystal. I'll be joining the 55 MPH speed limit in a few months. Sort of can't wait until I can get a discount at a few of the local restaurants (LOL). <br /><br />Making an appointment with a physical therapist is a good idea. What I like about physical therapists is they teach you how to heal yourself through exercise. I've found that when I start to feel a Feliciahttp://www.adoseofhealth.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-545287128390484052013-02-20T13:01:39.680-08:002013-02-20T13:01:39.680-08:00Thanks for the suggestion, Shane. I appreciate you...Thanks for the suggestion, Shane. I appreciate you taking the time to let me and anyone who happens upon this post know about College Book Renter. I'll definitely check it out!Crystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15121595693364379806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-75933694676292237722013-02-19T03:26:20.447-08:002013-02-19T03:26:20.447-08:00I have always used College Book Renter. I tend to ...I have always used College Book Renter. I tend to get more back from them when selling my used books. Should add them to the list of places to check out. Shanehttp://www.collegebookrenter.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-29500454748386581962013-01-06T19:06:56.361-08:002013-01-06T19:06:56.361-08:00We didn't have much to put away this year beca...We didn't have much to put away this year because we didn't do much decorating. Beings we got snowed in before Christmas, our guests were also snowed out so that cut down on the Christmas decor. And we're still snowed in. I'm just waiting for spring so I can get together with my sweet little DGS and finally make the gingerbread house his auntie bought him!Crystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15121595693364379806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5079321022356166436.post-5093975775087519572013-01-03T06:40:51.400-08:002013-01-03T06:40:51.400-08:00My project this week was to take down all of the C...My project this week was to take down all of the Christmas decorations and...actually put them away. Taking them down isn't too hard, but boxing and storing them is the part I don't like.<br /><br />So far the decorations are down and in boxes, but they just haven't gotten back to the storage area yet. :)Feliciahttp://www.nojobformom.comnoreply@blogger.com