2026 Happy Blog Challenge

 June 14th Here are some happy things from today: One of the NY Times games that I sometimes play is called Letter Boxed .  I'm not going to try and explain it all right now.  However, the goal is to create words with the letters provided.  In this case it suggested trying to finish it in six words or less.  I finished it in two words.  I'm pleased with that result. One of the people in our household turned 17 today.  To prepare for the birthday gathering I tried doing more cleaning of and around the pool.  In the process I spotted a frog.  Another household member helped me to re-home the little guy to a tree.  That seemed appropriate since Google Lens identified it as a tree frog. There was also a lovely butterfly fluttering around.   There is purple cow vetch growing near the tree where we put the frog. Most of the rest of my day involved cleaning or relaxing.  I didn't attend the party for very long.  I'm trying t...

 Tuesday Intention for the day: Be joyful/happy. Some happy things from today: Work went well until I suddenly didn't feel well.  Thankfully, that feeling went away almost as fast as it came on.  After some food and water I finished the day.  I'm tired, but there is nothing new about that. At home, Keziah was in a cleaning frenzy.  Great strides were made today.  I helped a little when I got home, but tiredness took over.  We also let Nanni out for a little while.  The cats don't get along yet, but they aren't constantly fighting, just on guard from each other. Nanni investigated with a surprised Mochi on top. Nanni. Winston Today is Gideon's birthday.  He is now 14 years old.  I waited to get ready for bed until he got home from school so I could give him a hug and wish him Happy Birthday.  We stood together in our stocking feet to see who is taller, I'm not sure.  Gideon at 14 with me, his grandmother.  End of day intent...