Cafe Chat …
Welcome … grab a cup of coffee, hot chocolate or tea.
Now, sit in a comfy chair and let’s chat.
A little music might be nice … I hope you enjoy my selection
Beethoven’s Silence – A soothing piano melody
I hope your weather has been good. Do leave from where yo’ure visiting in the comments; if you leave a comment. We’ve had glorious 70’s during the day and 50’s at night.
The cooler weather has been wonderful for walks. I’ve been having a fun time with my new fit bit. I hadn’t been a watch wearer for the longest time. Retirement will do that. No need to wear one since there aren’t any kids to pick up or drop off anywhere. But … a fit bit is different. It was a gift for Christmas from my hubby after a recent surgery. Oh, you missed it, read here. This little gadget monitors my heartbeat, sleep patterns along with oxygen levels, stairs climbed, steps walked, my stress level, it reminds me to get up and move if I’ve been sitting too long, it tells me to take a moment to meditate if I’m stressed, it buzzes when an email comes in, gives me the time and the outdoor temperature. This is a computer on your wrist. I wasn’t thrilled with being told by a watch what I should be doing but I have to admit it has kept me moving. I suppose it has a purpose. If you have a new gadget that helps you keep fit, let me hear about it?
While on my morning walk, I came across a tiny little bunny.
He had a fluffy white tale but ran off too quickly for me to capture it.My Christmas cactus hadn’t bloomed in December.
Surprise …. here are the flowers. Okay, a bit late but still beautiful.
I’ve been participating in musicals at A Frank Angle for sometime. He’s hosting a new musical series with ‘The Beatles’. Unfortunately, I was out of the country when they hit the states in the BIG WAY they did. Over-the-years, I’ve grown to love them.
If you love music … AND … The Beatles – aFrank is hosting the aFa Concert Series. To join in click here – you’ll have a blast reminiscing with all the mop top boys’ tunes. Below are two songs from the musical this past weekend.
Have a Great Week …!!!
Enjoy … Isadora
This first video has superb graphics, dancing and a great song …
The Beatles – While My Guitar Gently Weeps
The Beatles Let It Be Lyrics – HD
January 13, 2019 at 5:13 pm
Glad you are enjoying the Fitbit. I have an older model that does not monitor heart rate or stress level, but it is useful for keeping track of how much exercise and sleep I get.
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January 14, 2019 at 4:24 pm
I’ve been enjoying the messages about moving is I’m sitting too long which can happen with blogging. It also tell me to sit calmly and breathe for a few minutes. That one really shocked me. And, I have been walking more because seeing the steps accumulate has become a fun goal. It’s turned into a very practical object.
Thanks for visiting, Meg. Happy New Year 2019 … hope it’s a great year for you in every way possible. Isadora 😎
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January 8, 2019 at 6:19 pm
I’ve had a version of a fitbit since Christmas 2017, I really like it, no that it makes me fitter but it does make me aware of how active or inactive I am, It’s hard here in winter when it’s wet a lot of the time, cold too often and then the short daylight 😦 never mind the shortest have passed and spring is just a few weeks away I hope!
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January 8, 2019 at 7:33 pm
I was resistant to having a Fitbit because I didn’t want to have a watch on. I’m getting used to it. I like when it reminds me to get up and stretch or to relax because my stress level is rising. I must admit I tend to look at my steps a lot. I’m sure eventually I won’t do it that much. It will start to get hot in June. Walking outside will be brutal. I think swimming will replace walking. Aaahhh … aging 🙄 and I’m only 21. 😂😂😂
Thanks, Gilly for telling me your experience with the Fitbit.
Issy 😎
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January 8, 2019 at 5:33 pm
My Christmas cactus always blooms for Thanksgiving. Very odd. But I recently read somewhere they are more closely related to orchids than to succulents. Learn something new every day.
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January 8, 2019 at 7:37 pm
November seems early for the Christmas cactus. I’ll take any month as long as it blooms.
Mmmmm … since I grow orchids as a hobby I’m pleased it’s in the same plant family. I may have to do some research. My curiosity beast has been stirred. 😂😂😂 thanks, JoHawk. I’ll let you know what I discover. 😎
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January 8, 2019 at 9:35 pm
I think the article suggested they can bloom anywhere from Thanksgiving through Easter. That was new info for me.
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January 8, 2019 at 2:33 pm
I live in the Four Corners are of the US. Where the four states meet (Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Utah). I’m glad you are doing well after your surgery and that is wonderful your husband got you a Fitbit! Happy New Year! I hope your 2019 finds you healthy, happy and prosperous! XO
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January 8, 2019 at 7:59 pm
I’ve been to 3 of the states you added, PJ. We went to a wedding in Colorado Springs driving from Florida. It was beautiful to drive through the mountains. There were bear crossing signs. We thought it couldn’t be possible but then we could smell the earthy scent. Happy our car didn’t give us any problems in that area. Arizona is a great place to visit too. New Mexico was the state we had planned on moving to. We have land right outside of Albuquerque. But, we moved to Florida and were here to stay. We always enjoy visiting the art galleries. It’s been awhile I may need to add that to my to do for 2019.
Thanks for spending some time on one of my comfy chairs ☕️
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January 9, 2019 at 2:59 pm
That sounds like a lot of fun taking a drive from Florida to Colorado Springs. Yes, bear crossing signs would be a bit frightening to me! LOL!
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January 9, 2019 at 9:37 pm
It was a long drive. We didn’t give ourselves enough time for touring. Wish we could go back. Perhaps, this year. 😎
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January 10, 2019 at 1:39 pm
Hopefully, ya’ll can too! Take the drive again to Colorado Springs. And this time, take your time and enjoy everything along the way.
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January 8, 2019 at 4:33 am
I brought my tea. Thanks for the time of relaxation. My Christmas cactus hasn’t bloomed yet, although it’s getting ready. Hopefully it doesn’t flower while I’m in Arizona! 😦
janet
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January 8, 2019 at 8:18 pm
I love Arizona and New Mexico. We almost moved to New Mexico but Florida has beaches 🏖 We do have land right outside of Albuquerque. Santa Fe is my favorite place to tour.
Is your tea a special flavor? I’m enjoying Spicy Ginger and Green Tea together without sweeteners. I don’t eat sugar of any kind. 🍵
Christmas cactus can bloom from October to February. I think it relies on cooler temps. JoHawk commented above that it’s in the orchid family. I’m going to check that out. The blooms don’t last as long as orchid blooms so if it blooms while you’re gone it might be over by the time you get back.
Thanks for hanging out in one of my comfy chairs ☕️
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January 9, 2019 at 1:33 am
I love Arizona, but haven’t been to New Mexico in years. I’d like to go again.
I have all sorts of tea: white, green, oolong, black, and tisanes. I don’t use anything in my tea.
Thanks for letting me hang out in the comfy chair. 🙂 It was a great time.
janet
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January 9, 2019 at 9:52 pm
Santa Fe, New Mexico is very artsy. We loved the balloon event they have in Albuquerque. The southwest is very different than the east coast. Both have their special features.
I’m a tea tester. I enjoy trying new ones all the time.
You’re always welcome to visit and chat.😍
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January 9, 2019 at 9:55 pm
And you’re always welcome, too. 🙂
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January 7, 2019 at 10:35 pm
Many thanks for the plug … and I welcome your readers. (and you know I’m a gracious host). Oh … you should have seen my wife Christmas Cactus because it was loaded with blooms! Meanwhile, Cincinnati has mild weather in the moment (high in the upper 40s-low 50s) … which also usually means cloudy. Temps turning toward Tuesday night. YUK!
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January 8, 2019 at 8:28 pm
Your musicals 🎼are such FUN so it’s easy to recommend. I’ve never been to Cincinnati or Ohio anywhere. I think I’ll read up about your neck of the woods. I’m curious about anything and everything. My mother used to tell me – all the time – that my curiosity was going to get me in trouble. So happy she didn’t extinguish that in me. I learn a great deal because of it. Thanks for hanging out on one of my comfy chairs ☕️😎
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January 9, 2019 at 12:37 am
Glad you enjoy the musicals – and thanks for participating. HEY – Trent stopped by because of this post. Thanks.
You want to learn more about Cincinnati and Ohio? My sidebar is a place to start! 🙂
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January 9, 2019 at 10:18 pm
Will be checking your Ohio info. Thanks for the best direction for info. Glad one of my followers decided to check out the musical 🎼😎
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January 7, 2019 at 10:02 pm
Very cool video for While My Guitar Gently Weeps!
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January 7, 2019 at 10:32 pm
I agree. It’s very creative. Join the Beatles fun. 😎
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January 8, 2019 at 2:01 am
I went over and joined the party 🙂 Thanks for the invitation
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January 7, 2019 at 9:08 pm
Love this post. The flowers were lovely. Shame you couldn’t capture the bunny.
That is one of the best Beatle songs.
Hope you have a beautiful, happy, and inspiring new year full of love and happiness
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January 7, 2019 at 9:13 pm
I think what I liked best about the Beatles were the song that had a simple lyric you could sing or hum along with them. Like the song ‘Hey Jude’ – who doesn’t want to sing along with the words – La La La – lalala 😂
Glad you enjoyed my post … thank you. I’m on the look-out for the bunny. I hope to capture that fluffy tale. I think it’s a baby bunny.
Hope you have an overflowing year too. 😎
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January 7, 2019 at 9:22 pm
Thank you.
Everyday Saturday when Frank puts up his post, I start by thinking of the Beatles.
Have a good one
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January 7, 2019 at 9:59 pm
It’s a fun way to spend a Saturday morning while sipping some cafe.
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January 7, 2019 at 10:06 pm
It truly is. See you there next Saturday
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January 8, 2019 at 8:19 pm
👍🎼😎
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