3goodthings

159d

I found someone’s phone and returned it to them, making them remark that there were honest people in this world.

I learned how to twine a small basket, just like in the Mesolithic, and can’t wait to make one.

There is a happy cat curled up in my lap.

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114d

Three good things for 3/16/1965

1. Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes

2. Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes

3. Silver-white winters that melt into springs

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166d

➡️ Thankful the stair lift started working again this morning and that I didn’t have to call the stair lift company. Their customer service leaves a lot to be desired.
➡️ Already thinking ahead to planning a possible vacation in Michigan this summer or fall.
➡️ Had a very helpful and informative conversation with a kind social worker re Dad’s medical needs.

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246d

#3GoodThings #Cooking #Gardening

1. Made a pot of Pumpkin Soup for dinner tonight. New recipe for me and it turned out delicious.

2. My husband and I went on a pruning rampage in the gardens in preparation for winter.

3. There are still flowers blooming in our yard, so I salvaged what I could after the pruning and plopped them in our handmade vases. (photos attached)

In the left foreground is a black and turquoise vase made from stoneware--it is holding two bright pink hydrangeas. In the upper right background is a small white vase sitting on a window sill--it is holding a bunch of red and yellow Coreopsis wildflowers.

A black vase with black drips is holding a bunch of red and yellow Coreopsis wildflowers.

Three vases holding a mixture of red and yellow Coreopsis wildflowers and an old variety of white Chrysanthemums. Two vases are yellow with black drips, and the third vase is black with black drips.

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230d

Finishing the night with the #ThreeGoodThings I did to #MoveForward today. (Switching from #OneThing bc I was adding more in each post lol & I want to join y’all in sharing with this hash.)

~ Had lunch with a friend I hadn’t seen in over a year.

~ Reading together with my 17yo — he reads his book, and I read mine! (Guess I did some parenting right!) 📚

~ Loaded my bike on the bike rack and went to Cooper River Park for a 4-mi ride. (It was 67 in SJ today!) 🚲 #NewJersey #3GoodThings

Afternoon bike ride in Cooper River Park.

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116d

Three good things for 3/13/1965

1. Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens

2. Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens

3. Brown paper packages tied up with strings

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144d

1) There was a talk at my local library about the history of transgender medicine in the USA. Given by a doctor who has a practice here.

2) My mom went. She said it was packed, standing room only.

3) Mom signed up to provide free temporary housing for trans people who travel from far away to get treatment at the clinic.

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P.S. If you want more details about the town, the library, or the clinic, feel free to DM me.

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34d

#3GoodThings #Pottery #Ceramics

1. Finally, my fifth attempt at a fully functional teapot was a success!! It pours beautifully and looks super cute. (photo attached)

2. Hosted my cousins from Pittsburgh overnight while they were on their way to Chicago. My daughter came in from Detroit for the mini family reunion. Everybody ate VERY well!

3. My dog was very charming throughout the visit and loved meeting new people (the cousins). They were smitten with her.

A black teapot with white polka dots, and a long handle that sweeps over the top of the pot. On either side of the teapot are two small black teacups with white polka dots.

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30d

1. Managed to change the ink on our Brother laser printer despite being bamboozled by the wordless IKEA-style instructions. Who knew the drum was connected to each color cartridge? HP never prepared me for this madness.
2. Ventured out to a local garden and was greeted by the koi in the pond. They’re obviously used to being fed when a human appears. I had nothing to offer. I felt bad about because this little guy swam over quickly.
3. Again found a beautiful sunset photo from our vacation last year on Lake Superior. We were staying at a cabin once owned by my grandparents and it was the first time dad and I stayed overnight there in nearly 50 years.

#ThreeGoodThings #3GoodThingsToday #3goodthings #ayearforart #gratitude

An instructional image showing steps for replacing a toner cartridge, featuring labeled diagrams and hand illustrations demonstrating the process.

A serene pond scene featuring several koi fish swimming near the surface. The water appears murky, with green plants along the edge and a small waterfall in the background. Some koi are orange, white, and gold in color.

A tranquil beach scene at sunset in Lake Superior, featuring calm waters reflecting a colorful sky with clouds in shades of blue, pink, and orange. The shoreline appears sandy with gentle waves lapping at the edge.

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31d

1. Finding a favorite photo in daily memories can really boost my spirits.
2. So thankful for a summer vacation last year when we stayed at a cabin on Lake Superior and I could watch the sun set every single night (photo below)
3. Halfway through the book series by Jessica Ellicott (Beryl and Edwina mysteries, based in England after the First World War) and savoring every moment of this delightful series!

#ThreeGoodThings #3goodthings #ayearforart #gratitude

A serene beach scene at sunset on Lake Superior, featuring gentle waves lapping against the sandy shore. A tree branch with green leaves frames the image, while the sun sets on the horizon, casting warm hues of orange and pink across the sky and reflecting on the water

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38d

1. Dad’s doctor appointment went well today
2. Cats in boxes, the allure is real (see image)
3. Love clicking the New Shows icon on Mixcloud every day.

#ThreeGoodThings #3goodthings #grateful #blackcatsofmastodon #mixcloud

A black cat curled up inside a cardboard box, showing its back and tail, with only a hint of its face and paws visible.

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39d

1. Thankful for my 91+ year old dad. Despite his frustrations at aging, he continues to show and exhibit much grace and compassion to those around him.
2. Thankful for the cooler weather here in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
3. Thankful for the 2 characters pictured here - our 10+ year old sister and brother black cats. Girlie on the left and Fat Boy on the right. They are as different from each other as they can be.

#3goodthings #ThreeGoodThings #catsofmastodon #blackcatsofmastodon #gratitude

Two black cats are sitting close together behind a window, with their bright eyes reflecting light. The window frame and some outdoor elements are visible in the background.

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32d

#3GoodThings #DogsOfMastodon

1. Made a large pot of dog food for our princess (ground beef, liver, eggs, kale, shredded sweet potato, blueberries, and lots of supplements). She loves my cooking! (photo of dog attached)

2. It is still asparagus season in Michigan! Tonight they will be roasted and served with pasta.

3. Gave gratitude to indoor plumbing and a hot shower.

A black and white Pitbull dog is looking straight at the camera. She has big, brown, puppy=dog eyes. She is laying on a green sofa with a red wool blanket thrown over the back.

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41d

#3GoodThings #Gardening

1. Both of my cherry tomato plants gave forth their first blooms! They're still very small plants but will grow to become mighty warriors of the garden. (photo attached)

2. Harvested some leaves off all six basil plants to add to a homemade pasta sauce for dinner tonight. And it's not even June, yet! Insects are attacking but they're still edible for humans. (photo attached0

3. Sweet Pea the Ewe is doing a good job guarding the snap peas. (photo attached)

View of three of my six basil plants growing in their raised garden beds. They're still small and the leaves are full of holes from insects feasting on their deliciousness. I've been down this road every year, and they'll do just fine.

A ceramic sheep with black head and white wooly body is standing guard over the growing snap peas in the raised garden bed. I named her Sweet Pea the Ewe. A friend made her for me in exchange for ceramic knobs.

A close up photo of one of my two cherry tomato plants with a red circle outlining the location of the cluster of newly emerged tomato blossoms. I'm hoping for a bumper crop.

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21d

#3GoodThings #Michigan #BasketWeaving

1. I made my first woven basket at a workshop held at the Michigan Folk School in Ann Arbor. The tips of my fingers are numb, but it was a very enjoyable day in the beautiful countryside. (photo attached)

2. It's the longest my dog has ever been in the house by herself. No mishaps!! Hurray!!

3. Thankfully, I had leftovers that I could eat for dinner. My fingers would have a hard time cooking from the brutality of weaving rattan.

A green and beige woven rattan basket with two orange leather handles is sitting in a mowed meadow. In the background is a field of wildflowers and a tree. The type of basket is called a Cathead Storage Basket. The rattan strips form a diagonal pattern.

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20d

#3GoodThings #DogsOfMastodon #Gardening

1. After 4 years of encouraging the growth of white clover over grass, I have finally achieved more than 50% clover in my backyard. (photo attached)

2. My dog is often fearful of what lurks in our tiny backyard--usually bunnies and robins. But today, she pranced out there like a fearless champ! (photo attached)

3. My mini wildflower meadows are blooming. It will last through Autumn, with different flowers emerging over time. (photo attached)

A strip of soil in the backyard, against a red wooden fence is bursting with wildflowers, mostly pink and white Sweet Williams, some Coreopsis are popping up, and Echinacea are on the cusp of blooming.

Close-up of the white clover in my backyard looking lush and healthy. I kept throwing down seeds every Spring, and it's finally taking hold and out-competing the grass.

Black and white Pitbull is sitting in the clover, looking very relaxed and content. She is staring at the camera.

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