tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post7779304150590281478..comments2024-03-23T21:38:31.368-04:00Comments on Coffee Tea Books and Me: The priority list is workingUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-48123899771044016912008-07-02T15:13:00.000-04:002008-07-02T15:13:00.000-04:00Speaking of bugs...of all weeks, the week past I d...Speaking of bugs...of all weeks, the week past I discovered little black bugs around all the bottoms of my flour (I hardly ever use flour anymore) and sugar bags...what work to empty the cubboards and clean and pitch out! Thanks for the suggestion about the glass jars..I'll look for some or plastic. We do keep our oatmeal and brown sugar and rice in glass...thankfully that wasn't bothered by these bugs. This is the first time I have EVER had a problem like this and hope never again!Maggie Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04991999931680942893noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-64856012304998189042008-07-02T15:04:00.000-04:002008-07-02T15:04:00.000-04:00I think the Proverbs 31 woman surrounded herself w...I think the Proverbs 31 woman surrounded herself with just such things that Made Her Heart Sing!<BR/><BR/>I love red in the kitchen, too!<BR/><BR/>--BarbaraG.L.H.https://www.blogger.com/profile/00381682518405660007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-6035641466502896712008-07-02T12:30:00.000-04:002008-07-02T12:30:00.000-04:00My husband and I have a similar system to your pri...My husband and I have a similar system to your priority list. Sometimes by the time we have the money to purchase an item we discover we've been blessed with a either a different/better way to handle the need or just a change in our desire for that particular thing. I think, ultimately, not having the money to spend immediately saves us a lot long-term...we have to think very carefully about each purchase.<BR/><BR/>Would you please tell us where you purchased the pretty jars with the red lids? I am using zipper bags to store flour right now, while looking for a more permanent solution.Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00734326566763419375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-23916471992332577902008-07-02T12:08:00.000-04:002008-07-02T12:08:00.000-04:00I love your red shelves and jars with red lids.I b...I love your red shelves and jars with red lids.I believe that,when possible,a thing should be functional as well as beautiful!And that one needs things in life to make one's heart sing but especially during hard times on any level.I am intensely practical but I also need beauty in my life.I must have beauty as well as bread.Great post Brenda!Blessings~SharonSharonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09426346403477197994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-80574447909711233712008-07-02T10:12:00.000-04:002008-07-02T10:12:00.000-04:00Obviously most government officials are living in ...Obviously most government officials are living in an alternate universe! I think I'll soon have to stop watching the news and Glenn Beck as it's becoming more doom and gloom each day.<BR/><BR/>Love your jars and that whole shelf looks so pretty and cheery (I'm a big fan of red). I love things that are pretty and also useful.<BR/><BR/>Hope you're feeling better!<BR/><BR/>ManuelaManuela@A Cultivated Nesthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08282273791971364124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-36163299490286087992008-07-02T09:33:00.000-04:002008-07-02T09:33:00.000-04:00Fantastic, fantastic post! I really like the idea...Fantastic, fantastic post! I really like the idea of a priority list (rather than a "wish" list) and will add one to my household notebook. I couldn't agree more that everyone has to make their own decisions for their own families and we should not judge. It's something I've reminded my oldest child of many times (such as when he doesn't understand why some homeschoolers we know don't have television, etc.).flmomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12781812205765728149noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-56018531698201827492008-07-02T08:46:00.000-04:002008-07-02T08:46:00.000-04:00This still my first visit to your blog (I left a c...This still my first visit to your blog (I left a comment on your "at least making an attempt to simplify" post.)<BR/><BR/>I like your big jars. In the long run, you will be saving more money by keeping the flour fresher and bug-free. Makes sense to me!<BR/><BR/>I love all the red and white in your kitchen. My kitchen is white and blueberry with splashes of red here and there (my toaster, teapot, etc).<BR/><BR/>Have a lovely day<BR/><BR/>GinaSimply Heart And Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00421634271808189793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-35342029520775291232008-07-02T07:25:00.000-04:002008-07-02T07:25:00.000-04:00Brenda, another great post! Do you think maybe the...Brenda, another great post! Do you think maybe the government wants to make us feel better by not saying 'recession'? It doesn't matter we are all out there in this boat together. You are very wise to have taken so many precautions like you have done. I always find your blog so educational and warm.Nana Trish is Living the Dreamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11401202649082669911noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-3734412841326166872008-07-02T05:32:00.000-04:002008-07-02T05:32:00.000-04:00HelloI just found your blog this week & really enj...Hello<BR/>I just found your blog this week & really enjoying what I read.<BR/>I think you did right to buy your Red Lidded jars, after all, they are cheerful AND Useful, so you get double value from them, don't you ?<BR/><BR/>Kim<BR/>Hereford UK.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-40964015151244465132008-07-02T05:16:00.000-04:002008-07-02T05:16:00.000-04:00I must tell you, things here in NYC are truly horr...I must tell you, things here in NYC are truly horrible right now. I am so very lucky that the company that bought my company retained me -- at a MUCH lower salary, mind you -- because I have several friends who weren't so lucky, and they aren't even getting temp work. It is heartbreaking to know that dear friends, who were so close to retirement, now have nothing to fall back on for the few years between now and when they turn 65. <BR/><BR/>I wish you could come to my home and help me organize! Your shelves and red jars look great!<BR/><BR/>I hope you are feeling better, and thank you for your wonderful blog.<BR/>Wendy at ethelsmommy@yahoo.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-65764747245671354162008-07-02T01:42:00.000-04:002008-07-02T01:42:00.000-04:00Hi! I love your blog and your canisters. :)I am no...Hi! I love your blog and your canisters. :)<BR/><BR/>I am not much of a homemaker...but I am becoming inspired by your blog, and have a question for you. <BR/>I recently purchased a 20 lb bag of flour and am wondering about the best way to store it. I expect it to last a long time (3-5 months depending on how much pizza we make :)) Does it need to be in a sealed container? Is plastic okay or should the container be ceramic/glass? I live in southeast Alaska - it's very wet and rainy here...<BR/><BR/>Thanks in advance for any suggestions. I've been working on stocking up my pantry some based on your recession proofing posts. <BR/><BR/>Thanks again!<BR/>AnnaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-36729387624982611922008-07-01T23:18:00.000-04:002008-07-01T23:18:00.000-04:00Brenda...most useful and so honest...downward spir...Brenda...most useful and so honest...downward spiral, to be sure..what a great post to get serious...and to plan and prioritize..I needed this post....<BR/>Deby~~Debyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03288057520112643825noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-86796504137561215112008-07-01T21:23:00.000-04:002008-07-01T21:23:00.000-04:00Another thoughtful post! Like you, I'm not quite ...Another thoughtful post! Like you, I'm not quite sure why no one is saying "recession" yet. To me if it looks like a rose and smells like a rose then it's probably a rose...not that there is anything too sweet smelling about $4.50/gallon gasoline and quality milk almost that high! <BR/><BR/>Like you, we've made it through a few downward spirals with the national economy and a couple more rough financial times for personal reasons, I know the value that having a few "nice" things to look at and few special treats to eat or drink can be. Just one or two special things can be such sweet blessings!<BR/><BR/>I really like your red topped jars!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-17813390507483710772008-07-01T21:12:00.000-04:002008-07-01T21:12:00.000-04:00Your canister set and jars are very pretty. I esp...Your canister set and jars are very pretty. I especially like the red in your kitchen!<BR/><BR/>Yes, sometimes the little things can make us smile and help keep our sanity too. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-34440169896998531162008-07-01T20:56:00.000-04:002008-07-01T20:56:00.000-04:00I am in total agreement with you about the state o...I am in total agreement with you about the state of our economy, Brenda. Each new day seems to bring on even more worrisome news. We are so blessed that we have an anchor to cling tight to during during the storms.<BR/><BR/>I also want to thank you for giving me a good giggle about your jars ~ I was just picturing you doing a commercial for them and telling people how functional they are, they not only keep out the bugs, they will also make your heart sing!!!lol I love it!! Yes indeedy, we all need little things now and then to make our hearts sing:o)Susan P.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16123411088490778415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32960314.post-35411531235294863372008-07-01T20:07:00.000-04:002008-07-01T20:07:00.000-04:00Little things that make one happy are always impor...Little things that make one happy are always important.<BR/><BR/>I hope the tough times still allow you to shop sometimes at your Goodwill store. You are a master at turning up treasures.<BR/><BR/>Your shelves looks very cheerful with all the red.Firefly Nightshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10775094871927451459noreply@blogger.com