Five Minute Friday Like

           One of the more fun parts of my journey over the last four years is rediscovering what I like and enjoy. As a recovering people pleaser, it is far easier for me to ask others what the like than to make a decision solely based on my own preferences. I am thankful that two of my children really enjoy trying new things. I have learned so much about myself, from simply agreeing with them, when they said,”Mom, let’s try this!” I want to have a curiosity about life. and a willingness to try new things and start new traditions. I don’t want be held back by fear of other people’s opinions or fear of failure any longer. Sure, I could fail, but I could also fly. What are a few of your favorite things? Is there anything new that you would like to try as the year 2022 comes to a close?




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  1. AndrewNovember 25, 2022 at 9:44 AM

    Living below the blade of death it's
    not too hard to live the dream,
    and so I had Chicken McNuggets
    dipped into, well, yeah, some ice cream.
    The taste was rather unexpected,
    was good, and I might say 'twas Boss,
    but 'twas a meal my wife rejected,
    but hey, my gain became her loss,
    and now I've moved to other things
    that promise me a tasty trip,
    like hot and spicy Buff'lo wings
    with a maple syrup dip,
    so come on by, to have a chance
    at Andrew's Weirdo Dining Dance.

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    1. Mom23RosebudsNovember 25, 2022 at 11:04 AM

      Your poem made me laugh Andrew! I am sure that Barb enjoys watching you enjoy food that she rejects. I am praying for both you and Barb! Thank you for stopping by my blog today. -Jolene

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  2. Laurihawley.comNovember 26, 2022 at 12:49 PM

    I so understand living with the need to please others. I didn't even pick a favorite color until I was 40! Now a few of my favorite things are spending time alone in quiet, grabbing photos of raindrops on flowers (not always roses!), eating chocolate cake or apple pie for breakfast (special occasions only!), and this fun Pentatonix video! 😁

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    1. Mom23RosebudsNovember 27, 2022 at 1:18 PM

      Oh pentatonix! I also enjoy watching their videos. My noticer would love your photos of raindrops on flowers. Do you eat the pie a' la mode? This is a favorite of post holiday breakfasts. I have pie in my fridge right now, except it is pumpkin. Thank you for stooping by.

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  3. dawnNovember 28, 2022 at 2:39 PM

    What an entertaining and unexpected rendition of an old song! Thank you for sharing that too. :D #15

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  4. AnnetteNovember 28, 2022 at 5:46 PM

    I think that's a great idea... letting the adventurous in your family show you new paths to take. It's a good thing that! FMF16

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