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Things Piquing My Interest #84

July 13, 2022 by Sharon

These trees are blooming all over Santa Fe! It’s wonderful here this time of year.

What are you finding interesting these days? You better believe I have a lot on my mind. I may have been away from here for a couple of months, but I’m never far away from an opinion! Sooo… I’m back with so much to share. Here is what is piquing my interest this month of July!!

I love taking pictures of the flowers and vegetables at different stages during the summer. I’ll be sharing those photos in this post!

What’s piquing your interest today? Here are a few things piquing mine!

Hollyhocks are still in bloom!

Traveling This Summer? Here are book picks for each state– We have no trips planned for out of the country! I’m ready for a good road trip. What states are you traveling to- here is a book list for each state.

This 10 second balance trick can predict how long you will live-this is interesting! Not that I think this quick test can tell you how much longer you are going to live, but I do believe it’s the little things that are big tell- tale signs of our overall health.

Crazy Biscuits– Leslie is part of my blogging group. I’m always looking for a good biscuit recipe. I’m trying this one soon!!

Yesterday’s zucchini crop.

Amazon Prime– Today is the last day of Amazon Prime shopping. You can use my link to take you out to the best deals! Let me know what you buy!!

Other Things Piquing My Interest

We had our yard landscaped last year and had several hardscape areas put in. It’s cozy to have seating areas!

What I’m Watching

Traveling Robert– I’m not sure what our obsession is with Traveling Robert, but we watched his only show on Amazon Prime and were so hooked we now watch him on his Youtube Channel. I’m even planning a trip for next month using his suggestions. His show is a great way to see our beautiful country- especially our national parks.

Alone– Another Obsession with us, but it’s good and clean!!

We also spend a lot of time watching our hummingbirds. How can something so small bring me so much joy. The Rufous appeared this week. You must watch this video about them. If you aren’t fortunate to have them appear at your house, you are missing out!!!

What I’m Reading

I loved this book so much! It’s on sale right now with Prime Days. You won’t be disappointed! BUY IT HERE

American Prometheus– Hey- what can I say. I live in Los Alamos. We go to lectures in the evenings about science and Oppenheimer for fun!! The movie that was recently filmed in my little town was based on this book. If you love Manhattan Project history, you must read this book! I also compare what has happened to Dr. Fauci with what happened to Oppenheimer- interesting to compare!! I’m waiting for the ebook to be available again at my library. I’m next in line so I can finish it. It’s a popular book here!

The First Family Detail– Written right after the Obama administration. It’s a close up look at the Secret Service. Wasn’t very flattering about the organization. Did you know that the SS was started to work with counterfeit money in our country, and they still do a lot of work in that area!!

Living Untethered– If you’ve followed me for long, you know that I keep a long distance book study going with a friend in Texas. This is our most recent book. It is the sequel to The Untethered Soul which was a life changing book. It isn’t a Christian book- I want to make that clear. It’s more like a therapy session!! It’s been extremely helpful to me in helping me navigate life. I wish I’d read it years ago.

Area I’m Concentrating On–

Honestly, the area that I’m concentrating on the most is my mind. I’m really working on my mental state. A huge part of that is my spiritual life!! I’m getting back to basics with a morning spiritual practice- Quiet Time for some of you!! It’s making a big difference!!

I’m also concentrating on OUTSIDE. I love being out in nature. Our back yard is small, but it is truly an oasis for me!! I’m spending as much time outside as I can because I know this winter is going to be cold and long!!!

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Comments

  1. Juliet says

    July 14, 2022 at 10:47 am

    Hi Sharon … I really need to put Santa Fe on my travel list … looks so pretty! I joted down several book and Tv ideas. Thanks … how can it be I’ m running out?! Have a great week! xo

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      July 25, 2022 at 3:55 pm

      Thanks Juliet!
      I think you would love Santa Fe. I love Taos too. Let me know if you plan a trip! I can help with suggestions!!

      Thanks, Sharon

      Reply
  2. Leslie Watkins says

    April 8, 2023 at 9:59 am

    Oh, friend, we are on the Alone watching trail, too. Thank you so much for sharing my biscuits. Hope you love them. They are an easy favorite! Happy Easter!

    Reply
    • Sharon says

      April 8, 2023 at 10:58 am

      You’re so welcome! I always love to try different biscuit recipes!! Happy Easter!

      Reply

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After her husband’s sudden and unexpected death, Sharon McCuistian found herself a widow at the age of 48. With two grown children in college, Sharon had to find a way to live in her new reality. She turned to the things she loved to help in her grief: faith, family, and friends. Her love of words and writing became the cathartic venue by which she began to process her loss. It is through her grief journey that Now Choose Life was born. Read More

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