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Sunday, August 23, 2026
Use your expiring Kroger points before they vanish
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Your Sam's Club points expire soon, use them tomorrow
The lights should be fine, I checked both sets last weekend and replaced the two bulbs that were flickering. The extension cord from the shed reaches all the way to the patio if we angle it behind the flower bed. If you want to pick up more ice on your way over, a couple of bags would be smart, because the cooler tends to drain quickly when it sits in direct sun for that long.
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Also, the neighbor mentioned the city will be repaving the alley behind the houses starting next Tuesday. That means we should move the trash bins to the front driveway the night before, otherwise pickup will skip our side. He said the signs will go up on Monday but the crew starts early so better to move things Sunday evening. Let me know about the car and I will call the shop before nine.
From Walmart points to a 1OO card today
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Convert expiring Kroger points today, thanks
The trail loops around behind the community garden and then opens up by those big oak trees, so it is a nice easy route.
I remember walking there years ago and the path just stopped at the fence, but now it connects all the way through to the park. If we go early enough it stays quiet and the light comes through the branches in a way that makes everything look softer. I can bring a thermos of coffee and some of those little snack bars I made.
Nothing fancy, just something to keep us going. Let me know if Saturday works or if Sunday would be better.
I figure we can park near the gravel lot and walk the whole loop once and then decide if we want to go farther. Should be a good way to spend an hour or two without making it a big production.
Hope your week settled down a bit. Talk soon.
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But once I started pulling everything out, I found a few containers I forgot we even had. Nothing exciting, just some dried beans and an extra bag of rice.
It made me realize how often we buy duplicates of things without meaning to. Like yes, we absolutely needed another jar of cinnamon apparently.
I kept the good jars and wiped down the shelves, and now when I open that cabinet it feels less chaotic.
I also rearranged some of the cookbooks by height, which sounds ridiculous but honestly makes the whole corner of the kitchen feel calmer.
Maybe I will tackle the hallway closet next.
I keep telling myself I will go through the coats and donate a couple that never leave the hanger.
It never takes as long as I think once I actually start, but getting started is the hardest part for some reason.
Anyway, that was my Tuesday. Riveting, I know.
I guess sometimes the most ordinary tasks end up being the ones that shift how things feel around the house.
Let me know how your week is going when you get a minute. No rush.
Also I found that one measuring cup I thought I lost, tucked behind the blender.
Small wins. Talk later.
Use Up Your Sam's Club Points Before Expiration Day
For the fall cleanup, we decided to leave the sunflower stalks standing until late October since the finches were still pulling seeds from the heads every morning. The compost pile got a layer of shredded leaves and a few buckets of coffee grounds from the corner shop. It broke down nicely by spring.
We also moved the herb barrels onto the covered porch before the first frost, and that kept the rosemary and thyme going through December. Next season we are thinking of adding a small cold frame near the back fence for early lettuce.
After that we crossed the meadow and picked up the blue-blazed trail heading north. There was a section with wild raspberries along the fence row, and we filled a small container before the bees got too active. The return loop brought us past the old fire tower, which was locked but still had a good view from the base.
Next time we might start earlier and carry a little more water since the last mile is mostly uphill in the sun. But overall it was a solid walk with plenty of shade and a few good resting spots.
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The dessert table will stay simple with the lemon bars and the berry crisp. We might do a small cheese board during the afternoon while the meat rests. For drinks, there is plenty of iced tea and sparkling water already in the cooler.
We should prep the dry ingredients for the crisp on Friday evening so Saturday morning is less rushed. Also remember to move the patio chairs out of the shed and wipe down the long table before noon. I think that covers most of the setup.
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Yeah that place is great, I forgot about the corner booth by the window. I will grab my thermos so we do not have to wait in line for coffee. Should be an easy fix overall.
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I was thinking maybe we could meet up at the trailhead parking lot around seven. The light is better early for photos, and the fog usually clears by nine. Did you still have that spare lens cap? I think I left mine in your trunk last month. Also bring an extra layer, the ridge gets cold even when the valley is warm.
Sounds perfect, I will make sure to grab the cap from the garage before heading out. See you there.
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