Robert and I were recently at the delightful Stacks Bookstore here in Savannah, where we met friendly worker Anna in her inquisitive T-shirt.
Anna gave us a book recommendation, which we quickly bought.
T-Shirt Tuesday: “Tell Me”
Tag: Encouragement
Five Friday Happy Bringers 5/1/26
My weekly gratitude journal, of sorts.
1. This very cool, quirky restroom in The Sentient Bean coffee house in Savannah.
2. Early voting on Monday!
3. The wonderful gift of the ability to read. (Not everybody can.)
4. A fun “inFARMation” stop at Southern Belle Farm in McDonough GA.
5. Having a blast at Truist Park as the Atlanta Braves played the Detroit Lions.
I hope you have a winning weekend ahead.
Monday Moaning or Monday Marveling? 4/27/26
This morn, I’m marveling and remembering.
Strolling along Savannah’s Waters Avenue over the weekend, Robert and I came upon a row of past-their-prime storefronts.
I had to pause at one and admire its encouraging and exhorting graffiti.
I hope you have someone—or many ones—to say this to.
Shhh … Silent Sunday 4/26/26
My Saturday Evening Post: 4/25/26 “Independent Bookstore Day”
Did you know that today, April 25, is Independent Bookstore Day here in the U.S.?
“One Day. Fifty States. 2,000+ Bookstores.
JOIN US FOR THE 13TH ANNUAL INDEPENDENT BOOKSTORE DAY!
This national one-day party held the last Saturday in April celebrates independent bookstores across the country online and in-store. Through exclusive books and literary items, contests, cupcakes, and everything in between, it’s a party you don’t want to miss.”bookweb.org
To celebrate, Robert and I ventured over to one of our very favorite local bookstores here in Savannah, The Stacks.
We had a grand time connecting with other book lovers.
Happy Independent Bookstore Day 2026!
The Stacks very neat website:
https://thestacksbookstore.com/
Six Word Saturday: Visit your local independent bookshop today
And that’s my Saturday Evening Post.
Tuesday Truth: 4/14/26 “Anything”
One of our favorite breakfast spots here in Savannah is Le Café Gourmet, a small but very-big-on-flavor spot tucked away on Victory Drive that victoriously specializes in French pastries and sandwiches.
We love chatting with owner Helen and playing with the café’s mascot, Theo.
And best of all, Le Café Gourmet oozes with welcome and goodwill.
Which makes the little, low placard below the coffee bar so very appropriate.
Especially in today’s divided and difficult world.
At my age, I may no longer be able to be anything, but with just a little effort, I know I can be … KIND.
And that’s my …
Five Friday Happy Bringers 4/10/26
My weekly gratitude journal, of sorts.
1. These incredible crab legs at the Tin Fin seafood restaurant near where we are staying for the week in Effingham County GA.
I just opted for a pound, but HR got the “All You Can Eat” Tuesday night deal.
2. Making new friends at Hunter Cattle Company near Statesboro GA.
Especially a friendly cow I named Betsy.
Here’s Betsy and HR co-starring in a little independent film I produced and directed, Good Moo Hunting.
3. Enjoying our last fire (probably) of the season at the farmhouse in southeast Georgia where we are staying this week.
4. The amazing ability to remember.
5. Sensational cinnamon rolls from Ally’s Bakery in Rincon GA.
May you roll joyfully this weekend.
Tuesday Truth: 4/7/26 “Corner Folded Down”
I love this delightful, insightful quote I ran across recently.
Haven’t we all had these folks in our lives? For whatever reason, they are not always with us. Childhood friends, school buddies, romantic partners, relatives and loved ones who passed too soon.
I am so very happy and thankful to have a bunch of dog-eared pages in my book. What about you?
Five Friday Happy Bringers 4/3/26
My weekly gratitude journal, of sorts.
1. Palms on Palm Sunday.
2. Savannah‘s azaleas. As usual, they are glorious this spring.
3. I’m grateful for a back … that can hurt.
Two weeks ago today, I had my fourth lower back procedure in the last seven months. This time an RFA—radiofrequecy ablation (whew), “a minimally invasive procedure that uses heat from radio waves to temporarily deactivate nerves sending chronic pain signals to the brain, commonly treating spine and joint pain.” (Thanks, AI.)
Frustratingly enough, I am feeling no relief. The typical time period before feeling if the procedure was effective is 5-7 days. This is day 14. 🙁
But you know what? What I do feel is Gratitude that I have a back that has the ability to hurt.
So there, Universe!
4. Finding yet another Free Little Library! This time across the street from Savannah’s beautiful Daffin Park.
Do you have these little treasures near where you are?
What a Joy of Surprise.
5. My little Easter/Spring displays in our apartment.
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