Category: life

A Tantalizing World

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Fresh delicious Apple Pie

Everywhere we look, people look for happiness.

They seek it online and in person. They are full of dissatisfaction.

They can’t get very much done because they are distracted.

Life is meant to be fun.

Life is meant to be enjoyed.

Here is a story I never heard of before, but it is the origin of the word tantalize.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tantalus

If you ever feel like you are missing out on all the fun, you are not alone.

Most people feel that way and that’s why many seek temptations and escape from the drudge of work.

Nevertheless, if you want to be a better person, the key is to plan your work and work your plan. The joys are hidden behind and in between your efforts in the daily service of others.

Yet, you need to also take time for yourself and live with balance and gratitude.

Grand Arts Center Open House

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Invitation

On Sunday there was an open house at the Grand.

The Grand Center for the Arts is a delightful space in the downtown area of my town.

https://www.thegrandnewulm.com/

Lovely art on the walls
Creative decor
Gift shop

There have been many live performances in the building, as well as live music on the deck in the warmer months.

There is a bar, and during live performances they offer light fare as well to add to the conviviality for the guests.

One of the most unique features are the printing presses in the basement.

Printing press
Franz Kitzberger with his work
Drawers of movable type

To adapt to the times, the Grand has made many changes in its administration and functions in the community.

To stay relevant, it encourages artists to express their talents in exhibits, gallery shows, and public displays. Poets, dancers, musicians, painters, and many more artists, have benefited from the benevolence of The Grand and its supporters.

Dance

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Polka Fun

The KNUJ Spring Polka Party was held at Turner Hall on Sunday.

People were dancing and drinking.

It was 2 years since the last KNUJ Polka dance.

Old and young love music and fun!

Local Schell’s Beer

Two Molly’s

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Molly B and Me, Molly of Molly & Sonny Boy

Yesterday I went to the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame where this year’s inductees attended an open house.

Molly B was awarded a place in the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame this year, among others.

I met Molly B yesterday. She told me about her experience performing in a Clint Eastwood film.

Molly performs often with her husband Ted Lange.

I perform with my husband as well in our music duo Molly and Sonny Boy.

Me and my man

You can find out more about Molly B here: https://www.mollieb.com/

39 Steps on the Stage

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Program

Last night we went to see a local theater production of “The 39 steps,” a thriller.

It was peppered with unexpected comical camp.

Many scenes

With sparse sets. and a stretch of the imagination, 10 actors played 30 parts.

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Dwarf Lilac trees

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Old dwarf lilac treess trimmed

Today we had our dwarf lilacs trees trimmed and more.

The men came early this morning to fix our overgrown trees.

They worked quickly and efficiently.

A truck filled with branches from our little trees

I am thankful for the local landscaping company, Rivercreek Nursery, for their hard teamwork.

Due to the cold weather this Spring, they are 3 weeks behind. Let’s hope they can catch-up on their projects.

The sun is out and today is a beautiful day! Let’s hope it that better days are on the way!🌞

The ground breaking for Highway 14 improvements in Minnesota

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2 Minnesota senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith pictured

This morning at 9 AM there was a groundbreaking in Courtland, Minnesota for the new highway 14 improvement project.

I played scout reporter and video taped the entire thing here.

I got my picture taken with another Amy

Author Amy Zents and State Senator Amy Klobuchar
Talk to you soon!!
4/19/2022 Courtland, MN USA

Studying Commitment

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Bookish

I have a lot of books. Many times I scoop them up at library book sales, or just aquire them at book stalls.

Later on I discover them in the house, sometimes many years after I brought them home.

Sometimes the books are found not so neatly on a bookshelf, and sometimes I find them in a bag or a box stacked on a table or the floor.

I’ve started studying a book I found in a bag underneath a desk. It’s called “Commit to win,” by Heidi Reeder, PhD.

Get committed

It’s about how to harness the four elements of commitment to reach your goals.

She elaborates on the 4 areas of commitment that I never heard of.

They are: treasures, troubles, contributions and choices. Basically the 4 ingredients that go into any commitment.

It’s food for thought if you plan on making a commitment and plan on succeeding in fulfilling it.

I have 3 areas I am trying to get committed to doing.

I. I need to drop some excess fat; 35 lbs. exactly.

2. I need to get rid of a lot of old junk in my living space, so as to upgrade my style and feel happier at home. Yes, I have a lot of stuff.

3. Lastly, I need to get my music business organized.

That means finding, labeling, and organizing eveything from books to instruments, to recording units, and sound equipment not just for insurance purposes either.

There are also the intangibles of my band Molly and Sonny Boy that need attention like websites and digital photos, contacts and financial files

I would like to get all 3 commitments fulfilled in the next 5 months. However, there is a difference between deciding to do something and actually getting started. I will keep you posted!

Art of Craig Groe

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Carnegie Art Center

Last night I visited an Andrew Carnegie building for an art exhibit.

Art show

I went with my hubby to check out an old friend’s Art show.

It had been years since I saw Craig. He is a multi-media artist, and also a musician. It was fun catching up.

Pink moon night

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There will be a pink moon tonight, all full and bright.

So I thought I might show you this beautiful prose by the author of Charlotte’s Web.

Enjoy!