Welcome to Toni Taddeo's Tuesday 4...
Let's talk about your week okay?
1. Is anything interesting on TV this week? What will you be watching?
We quite enjoy The Brokenwood Mysteries. A New Zealand programme so we understand the humour, it's a comedy/drama and now into it's tenth year. Each episode usually features a well known New Zealand actor as a guest star. Other than that I enjoy Thursday night when Jacqui and I chat on the phone while watching The Great British Sewing Bee. We try to pick the winner in each catergory and critique the outfits :) Friday nights is also relaxing with The Repair Shop. I love some of the stories that go with the items brought in and find myself grinning widely when the owner sees it restored.
2. Any books on your horizon right now? What will you be reading?
I'm reading a couple of books at the moment. One is by Jonathan Cahn - The Dragon's Prophecy. Very thought provoking and I'm only able to read small sections at a time. The other book is Gaylene's Take by Gaylene Preston. I went to school with Gaylene and she was the principal speaker at the dinner when I went over to our school reunion. She is a film maker and her book is interesting. Her style is very chatty which makes it an easy read. And it helps to know some of the places and names she mentions. I'm enjoying it.
3. What's been on the menu lately? Any new recipes caught your eye?
I've seen a couple on YouTube that I like the look of. I liked the look of some easy bread and berry puddings, comfort food because it is winter. But I'm not a cook and so simple and quick are what I like. Last night we had mince pie with potatoes and mixed vegetables. More comfort food :)
4. Who will you spend time with this week?
Later today I'm going to visit my friend in the rest home. Jacqui has been doing some clothing repairs for her so I'll take them in. And I'll deliver a parcel for our newest addition to the family to his grandmother.
Earlier in the weekend we went to see Arlo who turned seven. He's into all things army at the moment so we gave him a little tank with toy soldiers. And later in the day he went to the circus. Lucky boy, the circus arriving in time for his birthday. Here he is with his Dad.
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And that is about all for this week.
blessings to all,
Diana
Reading about you being on the phone with Jacqui while watching television reminded me how I used to do my math homework with my best friend over the phone when we were in grade 4, lol. Those were the days. Your books sound very interesting and it sounds like you are being a good friend to several in your circle. God bless you for it.
ReplyDeleteWe like the Brokenwood Mysteries too. I didn't know there was a Great British Sewing Bee. We watch the Great British Baking Show... and recently found a similar show with throwing Pottery that I like.
ReplyDeleteLove shows filmed in New Zealand and Australia... great scenery! And new recipes recently found... (new ways to cook oatmeal)... Maple Pecan Baked Oatmeal and British Flapjacks.
We love The Repair Shop and watch it regularly. I never heard of the Sewing Bee, but will look for that.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to Arlo!
I enjoy the sewing bee and am waiting for a new season to be available here. I love The Repair Shop too! I've watched through Brokenwood twice and love Mike and that silly coroner. I enjoyed your answers!! Have a good week ahead! Happy birthday to your Arlo!! Seven is a great age!!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your visit with Jacqui! I went to visit my mom yesterday.
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Nice reading your answers. We've watched the Repair Shop too.
ReplyDeleteJust watched an episode of Brokenwood this afternoon! Quite liked it! I love that you and your friend stay on the phone to discuss the program! That's a great idea.
ReplyDeleteWINTER???!! oh boy...you must be on the other side of the world. It isn't even Summer here yet although some of our days are starting to feel like summer here in New York. (no i don't live in NYCity i live about 2.5 hours north of the City in the Albany (capital of NYS) area.
ReplyDeleteI've not heard of any of those shows you mentioned but I hope you enjoy them!
Have a wonderful week
Hubby and I love the great British sewing bee. Because we loved that so much we have now become slightly addicted to
ReplyDeleteGreat British bake off
Great British pottery throw done
And game of yarn lol
You should check them out
'The Repair Shop' and 'Sewing Bee' are popular programmes.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to Arlo.
All the best Jan
We enjoy Brokenwood Mysteries but they aren't often shown here.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading about the people whom you visited and spent time with. How nice that you know the lady who wrote the book.
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