Wednesday June 17~

 The magic thing about home 

is that it feels good to leave, and it

 feels even better to come back...

Soon we will be heading back home to Florida 

that means lots of cleaning and checking what we

 have in the fridge and freezer. Don’t want to leave 

anything in the fridge if we can help it. Never know

 if you will lose power.  The other night we lost

 power for 2 hours. Thankfully nothing went bad 

in the fridge nor in freezer.  Was a good day.

I started cleaning and before you know it there 

was stuff everywhere. The place looked like it

 was bombed.  I made more work for myself, 

luckily I had a good breakfast to keep me going.

The birds came all day long. Fatboy eats non 

stop. Sniff watched until he was exhausted.  He then

 went to his bed by the window and slept soundly.

Overall it was a fairly quiet day. Don’t go out 

anywhere. The three of us watched a few soccer

 games.  The highlight being Norway vs Iraq.

  Norway dominated Iraq all the way. 

 We also watched the Messi/Argentina game.  

This game was played in Kansas City, Missouri.

  Argentina star Lionel Messi scored his 14th, 15th and 

16th World Cup goals in last night's win. Messi, also

 became the first man to play at six World Cups.

On a different note. Rape Verdict Norway

The more difficult the victory, 

the greater the happiness in winning...

~Nadiya~

Tuesday June 16th~

Today is a beautiful day, and yesterday was a

 beautiful day, so that means it's a great life...

 Arvid and I are supposed to go and see 

Reza Live today, but I forgot to get the tickets 

and when I checked for tickets, they had already

 sold out for the time we wanted to go. I guess we 

can do it tomorrow, but I think we will now wait

 until we come back in September.  Reza Live

Reza is a popular, family-friendly magic and 

illusion show in Branson, Missouri, known for its 

large scale, high energy production that blends grand

 illusions with comedy and audience interaction. Branson

 is known for its entertainment, it's not in vain they call it

 “little Las Vegas.”  No matter where you go the huge 

billboards follow you.  Reza’s billboard like so many

 others are everywhere and that was the reason

 I had chosen this show.  Next time it will be.

We had a beautiful day yesterday. Cooler 

 temperatures in the morning then warmer the rest

 of the day.  Today is also on the cooler.  I love it. It

feels good to open the door and windows for fresh air.

Sniff slept peacefully all day long by the 

bedroom window. No bad weather to get him 

all antsy and nervous. He was very relaxed. 

Can't stop saying what a beautiful day it was 

yesterday.As afternoon approached we started to get

 restless. Arvid looks at me and asked if I wanted to go to 

Andy's Frozen Custard.  I will never say NO to Andy's. 

A good day to all. Wishing you always happy times.

Take it one day at a time.  Some of the best days 

of your life haven't happened yet.  Keep going...

~Nadiya~

Monday June 15th~

Hello Monday, let's make a deal: 

you bring the coffee, I'll bring the hustle...

 And just like like a new week begins. Our time

 in Branson is soon coming to and end for now.  We 

have had a good time so far, believe it or not busier

 than most of our days back home in Florida.  Why I 

don't know, but  glad for it.  Busy is always good.

Branson has officially set a Guinness World 

Record for the Largest Flag Mosaic with a Logo. 

 The record setting mosaic covered approximately

 1,400 square feet.  The celebration drew thousands of

 people and a lot of hot rods and women in high heels 

highlighting the 1950's from the Clay Cooper Theater  

Looking forward to a good week.  Hopefully 

not too much rain.  We need rain, but at the same

 time it sure makes for not so good outings.

Wishing everyone a happy new week. May it

 be everything and more than you can expect.

You can tell more about a person

 by what he says about others than you

 can by what others say about him...

~Nadiya~

Sunday June 14th~

You can't always have a good day.  But you can 

always face a bad day with a good attitude...

 Not a bad way to start your morning.  Beautiful 

sunrise just begging to be captured.  The rest of the

 day may not be as bright, but still a good day.

More soccer in our days so that’s all good.  

Arvid as I mentioned is staying “so busy.” His

 calendar is filled up with the game schedules.

The day started on a beautiful note yesterday, as

 pictured from the sunrise picture above; but it ended 

with tornado like weather.  Rain, thunder and lightning

 made for some scary times for Sniff.  He was mostly 

in hiding most of the evening. Once the storm 

eased off he fell soundly asleep by my side.

 

Today the US celebrates Flag Day.  Flag Day 

is observed annually on June 14 to commemorate the

 adoption of the U.S. flag by the Second Continental 

Congress in 1777. It is not a national holiday

 Branson, Missouri is preparing to make history 

today as community leaders attempt to set a new 

Guinness World Record for the largest flag mosaic. The 

record attempt is scheduled for Sunday, June 14, on the 

top level of the Branson Convention Center parking 

garage in historic downtown Branson.

A lot depends on Arvid's games today as to 

where we will be having our outing.  Rain is 

predicted again so most likely an outdoor outing

 is out of the question.  I'm thinking we may go

 to a Sports Bar to see the game since it is 

about the same time we usually eat lunch.

A good day to all.  And just like that

 another week is almost over. I hope lots

 of things make you happy today.

A Sunday well spent brings a week of content...

~Nadiya~

Saturday June 12th~

I have found that if you love life, life will love you back...

 Yesterday we spent a mostly quiet day at home. 

Now that FIFA World Cup has begun Arvid is again 

“busy” with soccer. The World Cup is being played mainly

 in the USA with some games in Mexico and Canada. 

 Arvid is happy to have games again to watch.

As long as he’s busy he’s happy. The what is

 not so critical.  He watched one game after lunch,

 I decided I was not in the mood to eat out so

 I made lunch at home. Always the best.

By afternoon we started to get restless.  What 

shall we do is always the question.  I suggested we

 go to The Landing, but instead of our usual spot, we 

should try a new one.  I chose Flaming Margaritas

 at The Landing.  Was a good choice especially my huge

 flaming margarita. Was yummy. Flaming Margarita's

Last night we watched USA vs Paraguay.  

USA sure whopped Paraguay, those were my 

mom's words.  They also watch the games.  Mom

 loves all sports, and she's picks it up very fast. 

Saturday already.  Time is flying. Soon back

 home to Florida, then to Norway.  We really miss 

our grandkids and family in Norway.  Looking

 forward to a good Norwegian summer.

A good day to all.  Today we plan on just relaxing at home

 with Sniff.  At least right now that is what we told ourselves.

Memory... is the diary that we all carry about with us...

~Nadiya~

Friday June 12th~

 It’s not about how much you have. Rather, 

happiness is making the most of what you have...

On not such a good note for beachgoers everywhere, South 

Florida beaches are currently experiencing a significant amount 

 of Sargassum seaweed, with thick piles washing ashore. 

While the algae are a natural part of the marine ecosystem,

 these massive blooms pile up on the sand and release

 a potent, rotten-egg smell as they decompose.

 Reports of "tsunamis" of seaweed are stretching

 across the coast, from the Florida Keys up to Miami Beach, 

Fort Lauderdale, and Pompano Beach. One year when

 we lived in Puerto Rico we experienced this as well. 

 What a horrible smell to be around.  Living in Florida 

is never boring.  Expect the unexpected😎

Arvid and I had lunch out then we decided to

 go for a little drive. On this drive we saw deers, but

 of course there was a car behind us so all I was able

 to do was get one picture. But it was a family of 3.

Sniff is back to being a difficult eater. 

He is not eating any of his soft food and I have 

several different ones he can choose from.

Not sure if it was the heat or the running

 around but by late afternoon the three of us were

 beat.  Arvid and Sniff dozed off for a while.  For a 

change, I didn’t 😂. Friday. I really don’t feel like 

cooking.  But it’s still early in the day so that 

will change.  Now to enjoy my cafe, Sniff

 and the birds while Arvid is still asleep.

Wishing everyone a good day and a happy 

start of the weekend. In every life we have some 

trouble, but when you worry you make it double.

Life is like an ice cream cone; 

you have to lick it one day at a time...

~Nadiya~

Thursday June 11th~

It does not matter how slowly 

you go so long as you do not stop...

 Yesterday we finally got the deck painted.

 Arvid had put in the order almost a month ago,

 but because of the rain it was not looking good. 

Finally a few days with sunshine, and it was

 time to get the job done.  Happy day for us.

Sniff kept a keen eye on the man doing the job.

  Just making sure it’s done right.  That’s our Sniff, on

 the ball and always looking out for our best interest. 

Sniff watched the guy paint from start to finish.

When I looked out to see how the painting job was

 coming along; I saw another bird.  Much bigger than 

the ones that come for food.  This bird was pulling feathers. 

Yes, I think he killed another bird and was plucking him to eat.  

At first I thought it was squirrel because I saw a fluffy tail

 in the picture.  Either way it was sad because I don’t 

like seeing animals hurt.  I know. Survival of the 

fittest. It was a falcon eating another bird.

A few things to do today, and no cooking either. 

 Overall a pretty easy going relaxing kind of day.

To all a good day.  Never forget, obstacles can't stop 

you. Problems can't stop you. Most of all, other 

people can't stop you. Only you can stop you.

Each morning brings new potential 

but only if you make the most of it...

~Nadiya~

Wednesday June 10th~

Food is our common ground,

 a universal experience...

 A few months before coming to Branson I 

subscribed to The Cumin Club. As far as I am 

concerned it is the best packaged food delivery

 ever.  It is good Indian food in a package.  

I am not one to eat food from packages, but I

 kept seeing this advertised everywhere on social 

media.  I read a little about it, and decided to

 give it a try.  Best decision I have made. 

 All natural with no preservatives

  Now anytime I crave Indian food, I just pick

 from the variety I have and it feels like I am eating

 at a restaurant.  Yesterday I made the basmati cumin rice. 

Next time I order I will definitely stock up on more of it.

  It was delicious.  If you want to try something

 super yummy, this is it. The Cumin Club

I get my delivery directly from the company, but 

it is also available to purchase through Amazon and 

I saw it says Walmart as well.  I have not seen it 

in Walmart, but then I have not checked either.

Arvid and I had a few things to do.  Before you 

knew it, it was already late so we decided to go out 

for lunch instead.  We once again went to to Danna's BBQ

 and Burger Shop.  Danna's BBQ and Burger Shop

All the little furry friends showed up.  Squirrel ate all day long. 

Sniff had a busy day stalking the birds and squirrel.

Waking up to a bright and beautiful sunrise. 

 Again.  Good morning and a good day to all.

My favorite color is sunrise.  Sunrise awakens the soul...

~Nadiya~

Tuesday June 9th~

Hard work never killed anybody, 

but why take the chance?

 Yesterday we did a bit of spring in our condo. 

 Before you knew it we had organized everything

 even better than before. Every time we put clean linens

 out Sniff was right there on them.By afternoon the rain

 had gone and the  sun was out.  The birds were around

 all day long. Arvid and I just took it easy as did Sniff.

 We went for a little drive in the afternoon and 

enjoyed frozen custard at another of our favorite

 spots. Never disappoints and always relaxing.

Big Cedar, Branson, Missouri

Sniff spent most of the day either hiding when

 the thunder came or sleeping on freshly washed linens.  

Now he’s exhausted and hopefully he will get some 

rest today. He's staying very close to me right now.

Hope everyone has had a good start of the week. 

So far ours is going good.  My Daisy and Fatboy keep us

 entertained together with the rest of our wildlife friends.

Morning is here, and the skies are bright and blue.  Coffee

 is good and my Sniff is right by my side.  Yes, life is good.

I know not all that may be coming, 

but be it what it will, I'll go to it laughing...

~Nadiya~