Here we are at the end of July but before it’s over we have one more July Wednesday Hodgepodge. Thank you, Joyce from This Side of the Pond.
1. On July 29th 1957 The Tonite Show premiered with Jack Parr as it’s host. This marked the beginning of the modern day talk show. Do you watch any daytime or late night talk shows today? Do you have any thoughts on the hubbub surrounding the cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, or are you more in the camp of ‘who is Stephen Colbert?
“Leave politics to the politicians and just get on with being entertaining. That’s the advice iconic late-night talk show host Jay Leno gave.”
I’m in the ‘who is yada yada’ camp. When supposed comedians and movie producers and sports teams become political it’s a shame and their demise is their own fault.
2. What’s the best part of your day?
I have to say it’s the peace and quiet of the morning. My cup of coffee time and time in the Word of God starts the day off in a pleasant subtle life changing way. It plays a part in my Sanctification that has been ongoing since God called me to be one of His own through the door Jesus opened through His sacrifice for sin on the cross and His resurrection from the dead. The words of this song from Chris Tomlin speak to this life changing Faith. One God, One Savior, One Way to peace with God.
3. What’s something your generation does that you actually dislike?
I’m tweaking this question a little by changing does to did. My generation was a smoking generation and that is something I dislike/disliked. There was cigarette smoke everywhere including restaurants, offices I worked in, airplanes, and in many homes. What a relief it was when smoking was not allowed in contained public spaces anymore, especially in restaurants and airplanes. ‘Smoking sections’ were such a joke but we put up with them for years.
4. When you cook do you clean as you go, or clean it all up once you’re finished cooking? What’s the last thing you cooked/baked in your own kitchen?
It varies on whether I clean as I go or after I’m finished. It really depends on how complicated a recipe or method is and if I need the same space to complete the recipe.
On Tuesday, I baked a cake for my youngest brother who is visiting us with his son. It was his birthday. Tuesday dinner was a true taco Tuesday here. I browned the meat, fried the taco shells and made guac and pica de gallo, etc. etc. It was a mess. Today, Wednesday, we are taking them to the airport in Spokane for their flight back to Dallas, Texas.
As I hurry this morning to finish this post my dear husband is washing up some of the pans from our taco meal prep from our dinner last night and also bringing me my morning cuppa. He’s a keeper, y’all!
5. Sum up your July in ten words or less.
July a mix of celebration, organization, grief, sorrow ending with joy.
6. Insert your own random thought here.
I’m coming in late because we have been busy with my brother and our nephew. Lots to share on another day. I’d like to clarify that this iconic view that our family loves is from our kids’ driveway, not ours. We usually are inspired to take a photo here on our way home from their house.
I’ll be coming around late to visit, Hodgepodgers!
The Happy Wonderer ~ ellen b. 
I love love love your answer to question #2! Amen!
Hello,
Sounds like a nice July, it went fast. Take care, have a happy Wednesday!
Well that cake looks delicious. 😉
Your brother looks so happy in that photo. I hope y’all had a wonderful visit.
Thanks for clarification — I did think that was your driveway! The view is beautiful.
I asked Alexa to play the song as I read the lyrics. I had never heard it before, but love the praise and declaration of who God is in this song. This is missing from so many of the popular Christian songs these days, and what I so miss from the traditional hymns of faith.
I can see why that view inspires a photo. Happy birthday to your brother and how nice you were able to celebrate together. Smoking sections on airplanes were the worst and made zero sense. Safe travels to and from the airport!
People need to stick to their own lane when it comes to politicians and entertainers.I was watching a TV show the other day where people were smoking in a bar and my girls couldn’t believe it used to happen. It is a better world now that people are only allowed to smoke outside or in their own homes.Happy birthday to your brother, how lovely to have him visit and what a view from your kids driveway!
Enjoyed reading all your answers today, and especially liked #2.
Smoking “sections” in restaurants and planes were one of the most ridiculous things society ever came up with. I always thought it was nonsensical. I actually said to my hubby not long ago that I do not for the life of me understand why people START smoking any more. Like if you’ve smoked for decades it’s hard to quit, I get that, but I just don’t understand why people start in the first place.
I can see why that view would inspire a photo – it’s lovely!
Hope you’re having a great week!
Happy Birthday a little late to your brother.
I like Jay Leno’s thought.
I agree, get on with the show and leave the politics for the politicians. That’s a lovely way to spend your morning. Good point, I agree with you on the smoking and when things changed. Nice cake. Happy Birthday to your brother. That is a lovely view for sure.
Looks like you made grand memories with your favorite people this July!