Ramblings of a retiree in France
WARNING – Once again, I’ve combined a couple of nominations so this’ll be another long post.
I was nominated by the beautiful Ilona, who like me likes on the Cote d’Azur, and now blogs over at Cicco Photo, where she aims to spread positivity and good vibes to all of us.
I would also like to thank the writer James A Best for his kind nomination for the Sunshine Blogger Award.
If you don’t already subscribe to either of these excellent bloggers, head on over to their blogs and please give them a follow.
Let’s just remind ourselves about the award which is given to those who are creative, positive and inspiring, while spreading sunshine to the blogging community.
1. What inspires you to wake up every morning?
Birds flying high you know how I feel
Sun in the sky you know how I feel
Breeze driftin’ on by you know how I feel
It’s a new dawn
It’s a new day
It’s a new life
For me
And I’m feeling good
2. What is your purpose for your blog?
I could say that it’s an outlet for my creativity but that would be a lie. I blog because I can.
3. Do you like to take walks or jog?
I prefer a brisk walk to jogging though, in truth, I’m such a slow jogger that there’s little difference in speed between the two.
4. What is the most important thing to you when it comes to family?
You’re asking a woman who only has two living relatives? I hope both my sisters stick around for as long as possible.
5. Have you ever taken a trip and got stuck there because of the bad weather?
Been stuck at both JFK in New York and Heathrow in London, neither of which have much to recommend them.
6. Does it snow where you live?
We’ve had snow here but it doesn’t last more than 24 hours. Fortunately I live near the southern Alps where it does snow and I can go both alpine and cross-country skiing.
7. What makes you want to keep writing?
I enjoy the discipline and I love taking photos to illustrate my blogs.
8. Do you like to ride horses? If so, have you?
Yes, I rode horses for many years but not so much recently. I prefer riding my bike.
9. What is your favourite type of birds?
I love the noisy birds in Australia.
10. What month were you born?
January
11. What is your favourite place to eat pasta?
At home or in Italy.
1. What is your favorite ice cream?
Vegan coffee
2. What is your favorite type of salad?
I love salad, particularly ones like these.
3. Have you ever eaten Buffalo meat?
No, but then I am vegan.
4. Do you enjoy gardening?
No, I have digits of doom rather than green fingers.
5. What type of music is playing in your home all the time?
I don’t play music all the time, I like peace and quiet.
6. What makes you smile?
I’m always smiling because I’m always happy.
7. What is your go to book to read and relax?
Any cookery book.
8. Would you rather live in the country or a city?
A city every time.
9. Do you or have you ever done any skiing?
I’ve done alpine skiing, snow boarding, ski-touring and cross-country skiing.
10. What is your favorite genre of movies and why?
Cartoons because they’re amusing and light-hearted.
11. Do you think there is a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow?
I don’t know, I never looked.
Anyone who wants to run with this! Please be my guest.
Which I routinely ignore!
As always, you deserve it!
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Thank you, most kind.
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Congrats!!!
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Thanks Sharvina
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I second that! (And #1 in Ilona’s questions. That song inspires me, too!)
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Thanks Julie
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Congratulations. 🥳
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Thanks Sadje
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You’re welcome 😉
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Congratulations once more. I like “I don’t know. I never looked”.
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Thanks Derrick
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Only this means but stay dry!!!
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I will!
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Congrats on the nominations, and I just want to say, I LOVE that Nina Simone track! One of my favourites. I also love that you put “I’m always smiling because I’m always happy”. It’s rare for people to say that I think and it’s really uplifting to read. Have a good week ahead 😊
Caz xx
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Thanks! You have a good week too Caz
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Digits of doom. LOL
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Congratulations, loved your answers, you’re quite an accomplished and insightful lady. I share a January birthday as well.
Oh and I love how you make your own rules.
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Thank you 😎
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Congrats!
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Thank you 🙏
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Congratulations on all your nominations, Sheree and have a good day 😀 Aiva
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Thanks Aiva
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Congratulations
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Thanks Luisa
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Hello viewfromtheback You have my blog name wrong !! it is James A. Best-Author Myplace3187.
You have it as God’s Love which belongs to Mrs. Holliman. Please correct your mistake and apologize to God’s Love which is Mrs. Holliman !!
Please I would not make such an error as a good blog writer and book author and I would want my readers and peers to know you made this mistake by accident not on purpose.
Regards,
James A. Best – Author Myplace3187
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Many apologies James, It was an honest mistake but I should have checked more thoroughly. I’ll also apologise to Mrs Holliman. Thanks for letting me know. I’ll correct the errors.
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Thank you Sheree. I knew it was an honest mistake. Still she is owed the apology. God bless you for doing this Sheree.
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No problem and I’ve already apologised to her and she’s very graciously accepted it.
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Thank you Sheree for doing this. I hope to read lots more from your blog. You have an interesting blog Sheree.
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Thanks James, that’s most kind of you.
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You are very welcome. God bless you
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Many congrats 🙂
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Thanks
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Congratulations!
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Thank you 🙏
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Reblogged this on Jesus Is The Son Of God.
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Loved your answers but was surprised you would rather live in the city. I don’t know why but I thought you were a country gal.
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No, I’m an urbanite. I like my facilities close by.
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Congrats! 🎉 I love peace and quiet but have my moments I need music! 🙂
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Thank you 🙏
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Congratulations Sheree! Have a great day 🤗
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Thank you 🙏
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Congratulations on more well deserved awards Sheree!! Great answers too. Hope you have a wonderful week!😁😸⛄🌲
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Thanks Steve I’m in US about to celebrate my maiden Thanksgiving
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Hey, that’s great Sheree! Does one of your sisters live in the US?
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No, but my husband is attending a dental meeting next week.
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Well, I hope you enjoy your American Thanksgiving!!😁😸🍗🥗🥧I know your vegan so won’t have turkey, but there’s lots of other things on the menu!😃😺
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Indeed and I’m sure we’ll have a great time. Thanks Steve
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I’m always smiling because I’m always happy -> I love that!
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Thank you!
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Congratulations! Loved your answers!
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Thank you 🙏
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Congratulations for the awards! The good mood of your replies was contagious.
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Excellent news
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Congratulations Sheree! Nice answers. 😊
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Thanks Dawn
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Well Done. Carry On! 🌟✨💫
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Thanks Gail
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Congratulations Sheree.. interesting answers
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Thanks Chiru
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More congratulations 😊😊
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Thanks Ashok
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Pleasure Sheree
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Congrats
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Welcome
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Congratulations
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Thanks
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