It's Hodgepodge Wednesday!

Thanks to Joyce at From This Side Of The Pond, for this great meme!  Join in the fun.  She asks the questions and we jump right in with the answers!

Hodgepodge Questions-Volume 222

Here are the questions to this week's Hodgepodge. Answer on your own blog, then hop back HERE tomorrow to share answers...see you there! 

1.  Did you do anything 'memorable' this past weekend?  I did and blogged about it already, but we enjoyed a little cook-out with friends on Sunday, and on Monday our nieces came for an overnight visit before heading to Universal Studios for the rest of the week.  We had lots of fun!

2. Ronald Reagan is quoted as saying-

"Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same."  

Your thoughts?  Loved Reagon and wish we had another like him to lead our country!  Do you somehow acknowledge and appreciate the freedoms you enjoy?  I count my blessings daily and mourn the fact that so many have turned their backs on this great land of ours.  Did your upbringing contribute to that sense of appreciation?  Most definitely.  I was raised at a time with God was first in the home and in school.  If you're a parent, are there specific things you do to pass on this sense of responsibility and appreciation to your own children in regard to the freedoms they enjoy?  Our 'boys' are 47 and 51, so they are old enough to have learned to appreciate what we had and to recognize what we have lost.

3. Loudest noise you've ever heard?  Probably the motor on an air-boat.  They are really LOUD!

4. What was the last thing you ate that might be considered 'junk food'? Did you enjoy it?   The ice cream cone I had last night! 

5. When was the last time you were somewhere the crowd felt 'packed in like sardines'?  First of all, I hate crowds.  Hate them.  But the absolute worst was being packed in like sardines on the water taxis in Venice, Italy.  I nearly fell off the dock trying to get into one and then it was impossible to even move once the boat started to move.  Never again!  We were there over the May Day holiday and it was way too crowded for my comfort.

6. Are you organized when it comes to packing for a trip?  Yes. Do you make a list weeks in advance or toss items in last minute?  I don't write a list but have one in my head that I keep checking off.  Are you a carry-on only sort of packer or do you need an entire suitcase for your shoes?  I can pack a small carry-on for a weekend trip, with a garment bag.  I only took one larger suitcase to New Orleans, with a garment bag.  I typically only take one extra pair of shoes. I try to take only one set of jewelry that goes with everything.  I do plan on an extra day of clothing, just in case we get stuck somewhere.

7. What was the last sporting event you attended in person?   Probably a spring training game for the Phillies baseball team.  That was last year (we didn't get to one this year).  Did your team win?   I seem to remember that they lost to the Yankees.  Did you care?   I did not really care but am happy when Joe is happy.

8.  Insert your own random thought here.  Not so random, but I've been thinking about how important and special the blessing of family is.  We so enjoyed having Linda and Alaina here for their (too short) visit.  We will be with family this coming weekend and the next, then have a wonderful family reunion to look forward to in July.  I am counting the blessings!  I should also mention that we count many of our dear friends as family, so I include them in my blessings.

And speaking of blessings....that means you too!!  Thanks for stopping by today and for your comments!  Your time is so appreciated.  Peace, love & hugs.