Friday, March 30, 2018

This Week

Happy Friday, bloggers! How’s your week been? Mine has had a little of this, that and the other. Monday evening we went to dinner at my husband’s cousin’s house. She and her partner are retired archeologists and they have lived in this small city for 35 years. Not only was the company great but the food was out of this world! They chose a Mexican theme for the meal and everything was so incredible my taste buds almost exploded. I’ve always thought of myself as a decent cook but I am an amateur compared to these two. Anyway, it was a lovely get together and because they’ve been here for so long, we got some useful information about our new city.

After two social dinners in close proximity, on Tuesday the most amazing man in the world and I hid from the world. We are both introverts and being with people for extended periods of time exhausts us. So we took some time to re-energize…


...by doing what introverts need to do for the battery to fill up.

And yes, what kind of monster shows up unannounced and rings the bell or pounds on the door? There’s a thing called a phone, you know. Although we often don’t answer it. *tee-hee*

By the way, if you want to know how to handle introverts and phone calls, here’s some help:



Okay, I’m being silly today. That’s because I’m in that type of mood. Let’s move on to something else. Like art. Since I haven’t done any photography yet, here are some sketches. Nothing fancy but it’ll help fill up a blog post.





Now here’s a music video for you and the story behind it. A certain Google ad has been playing a lot lately and it features part of this song. Apparently, if you type into Google search “play that hipster song with whistling”, you get this. Of course, I couldn’t help myself, so I did just that and this was the first hit. I shouldn't be surprised because I was a computer programmer for years and understand the mechanics behind this kind of stuff. And I should even know better. But here I am being a puppet on a string. Along with many others, it seems, since the video has gotten over 11 million hits! Anyhow, try to enjoy. The tune is actually not bad.




 And make sure to have a wonderful weekend. Happy Easter to those celebrating!

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40 comments:

  1. Debra She Who SeeksMarch 30, 2018 at 11:42 AM

    You always find the BEST introvert memes, Martha!

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    1. MarthaMarch 31, 2018 at 5:42 PM

      Thanks, Debra! I work hard for your entertainment 😊

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  2. Linda dMarch 30, 2018 at 12:27 PM

    Perfect! I often hide from the doorbell and from people i know in stores.

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    1. MarthaMarch 31, 2018 at 5:43 PM

      Why wouldn't you? 😊 And we cross the street to avoid small talk when we see someone we know.

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  3. AdamMarch 30, 2018 at 1:35 PM

    I live in the "country" where there aren't many people around unless you live there. When the doorbring rings out of the blue, it is a big WTF?

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  4. jenny_oMarch 30, 2018 at 1:48 PM

    I love the introvert memes, especially the "monster at the door" - that is pretty much the way we think here, too. It's not that we don't like people, it's just that this is our safe place to relax and recharge and YOU CAN'T CONTROL UNANNOUNCED COMPANY!! lol

    I love the hummingbird, Martha - really nice.

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    1. MarthaMarch 31, 2018 at 6:43 PM

      HAHAHA! I totally agree 😊 Unannounced company is scary!

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  5. John MMarch 30, 2018 at 4:30 PM

    Nice collection of introvert ideas.

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  6. ChristineMarch 30, 2018 at 5:08 PM

    nice art today Martha! I am also an introvert, didn't realize that's why I hate phone calls.

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    1. MarthaMarch 31, 2018 at 6:51 PM

      That's not surprising, Christine. Until I learned about introverts, I didn't understand this side of me. Now it all makes sense!

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  7. JimMarch 30, 2018 at 5:12 PM

    We were chuckling as we read this post. All sounded SO familiar!!
    Last week we met up with my first cousin for coffee. It was a great visit and she is a sweetheart.
    It took us till the next day to 'recover'. Guess we really do live a quiet life.

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    1. MarthaMarch 31, 2018 at 6:59 PM

      We're the same way, Jim! We live a quiet life and when we do a lot of socializing, we need time to recover. But that's okay. Some time alone does everyone some good.

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  8. BirdieMarch 30, 2018 at 7:41 PM

    Oh, Martha! I have a neighbour that just shows up unannounced. She is loud and the extreme end of extroverted. She’s always telling me a better way to live my life and how I should wear my hair and what trees in our yard should be cut down and on and on and on. She’s been away for several weeks now and I’ve been able to relax. I have considered selling my home, that’s how upsetting it is. I come home from work where I give way beyond what’s good for me then I come home and she shows up at the door. I have smallish panic attacks over the situation. She’s also so superior, telling me that I should get out more and how much it would help my depression and anxiety.

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    1. MarthaMarch 31, 2018 at 7:02 PM

      Birdie, that sounds awful! Is there any way to put an end to this? You have the right to peace and quiet when you are home. I used to have a similar neighbour in Kingston. She drove me nuts. I stopped answering her calls and refused all her invitations to walk with her and her dog. Eventually she backed off and stopped coming around.

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  9. coffeeontheporchwithmeMarch 30, 2018 at 9:02 PM

    Talking on the phone is something I avoid. That's why texts are perfect. Short, sweet, done. -Jenn

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  10. RedMarch 30, 2018 at 9:14 PM

    Did you ever read the power of the introvert? I read it and it made a lot of sense for me. Have a great weekend.

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    1. MarthaMarch 31, 2018 at 7:03 PM

      You bet I did! I couldn't wait to get my hands on it. It was a really good book.

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  11. The Happy WhiskMarch 31, 2018 at 12:12 AM

    Great pictures and I laughed when I got the the, eat snacks.
    Hahahahahahaa.

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    1. MarthaMarch 31, 2018 at 7:09 PM

      Glad you got a chuckle out of it! 😊

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  12. bailiMarch 31, 2018 at 7:37 AM

    i enjoyed this post dear Martha!
    it sounded as you are back to your motivation for blogging and i am so happy for this:)

    archaeologists ? i always find this term as interesting as astronauts !
    this is GREAT that they both were such good at their cooking skills and you really enjoyed the food,this is something happens rarely lol.

    haha i enjoyed ,smiled ,even laughed while reading your call receiving chart ,i am not good at phone talking so i avoid long conversations during call which make me as tired as i run for miles lol.
    being introvert myself i know how important it is to spending time alone with your own company only ,i call it repairing time!

    I LOVED this beautiful blue bird with so serious eyes !

    sceneries are always my most fav drawings as i love natural landscapes .


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    1. MarthaMarch 31, 2018 at 7:12 PM

      Hi Baili! I hope you are enjoying a lovely weekend. We did enjoy the food very much. These are gourmet cooks and I'm not one, so if they ever come for dinner here, they'll be really surprised! haha

      I do feel a little more motivated to blog but not enough to really pick up the pace. But spring is here and we'll spend more time outdoors, so I'll probably have more to share.

      Thanks for stopping by. Enjoy the rest of the weekend!

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  13. eMarch 31, 2018 at 10:40 AM

    I so related to the introvert stuff, enjoyed your drawings. Happy weekend.

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    1. MarthaMarch 31, 2018 at 7:12 PM

      Thanks, E! Have a lovely rest of the weekend.

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  14. Rain March 31, 2018 at 12:55 PM

    Silly is good! Your post made me laugh Martha, you know we are the same type of people...I AM that cartoon hiding behind the curtains, so is Alex lol...

    Your bird is beautiful! I love how you blended the colours...did you get that blending tool yet? Ha ha ha...I did Daffy, you did Donald!!! Great!!! I love your house along that trail...dreaming... :)

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    1. MarthaMarch 31, 2018 at 7:16 PM

      I love drawing these characters! I've done a few already and hope to get to all of them. I tried Tweety one time and just couldn't get it right, so I tore up the page and let it be. I'll try again another time. And I'd like to draw all the Flintstones characters, too. That has always been a favourite show. So funny!

      George actually installed a door viewer (peephole) in the front, so we don't have to hide behind the curtains anymore. Now we just tiptoe to the door, take a peek and decided whether to answer or not. Mostly we don't answer. 😊

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  15. TerryMarch 31, 2018 at 1:03 PM

    Hi Martha, I tried to watch the video but was told that it’s not available in my country. Thanks anyway. Today is one of those days that I just wish would go away.Still, I hope you’re ok. Today is day 75 of not eating sugar. It’s annoying to keep on reminding you. It’s frustrating to keep on mentioning it. I’ve never seen you post a bad pic. In fact, i’ve always admired what you do behind the lens. People’s photography is usually ok so it doesn’t really matter what I think. I shouldn’t really say anything because i’m no expert at it. I wish I was. People could criticise my photos but they don’t.they’re much too polite.

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    1. MarthaMarch 31, 2018 at 7:17 PM

      75 days and counting! That is terrific. It's not easy to do. I agree that people are very polite but that's alright. I think it's a good thing. But with your photos, I'm not just being polite. They are very VERY good!

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  16. Kay G.March 31, 2018 at 8:46 PM

    Okay, so you can draw Donald Duck. Now, can you talk like him? When I was a kid, I knew a man who could do so perfectly! It amazed me and and of course, you know it made me giggle nonstop!

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    1. MarthaApril 1, 2018 at 6:48 AM

      I can say I do, Kay! But when I was a kid, a neighbourhood friend was able to mimic Donald Duck. It was quite interesting.

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  17. pilch92March 31, 2018 at 9:52 PM

    Very nice drawings. And I love these introvert cartoons. I completely understand and I hate talking on the phone. My hubby and I are the same way. I am glad you had a nice dinner with friends. Have a wonderful Easter. XO

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    1. MarthaApril 1, 2018 at 7:02 AM

      Thanks, Ellen! I hope you are enjoying a wonderful Easter weekend xo

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  18. Lowcarb team memberApril 1, 2018 at 2:39 PM

    That dinner with friends sounds a brilliant evening.
    I always enjoy seeing your sketches.

    Have a lovely Easter weekend.
    My good wishes

    All the best Jan

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    1. MarthaApril 1, 2018 at 3:59 PM

      Hi Jan! Thanks for stopping by. I hope you've had a wonderful weekend.

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  19. Rawknrobyn.blogspot.comApril 1, 2018 at 3:55 PM

    I really like how you blended colors in that humming bird.
    Happy Easter to you (if you're celebrating), Martha.
    Robyn

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    1. MarthaApril 1, 2018 at 4:01 PM

      Thanks, Robyn. It was my first attempt. I hope to draw another one again. I am not celebrating this weekend (we're Orthodox Christians and celebrate after Passover) but we enjoy the festivities surrounding us.

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  20. AnonymousApril 4, 2018 at 5:09 AM

    Can't stand people who turn up unannounced, it's so damn rude. And if we get doorknockers, we don't answer. I was sitting at my desk in front of the window facing the street one day, and this guy comes in the front gate, knocks on the door, and when I don't answer he comes over to my window and leans in to talk to me. I told him to go away and he grumbled something, so I yelled out, 'that's why I didn''t answer the door'.

    I mean, seriously, people!

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    1. MarthaApril 4, 2018 at 9:44 AM

      Did he really do that?! Holy MOLY! That is terrible. Some people really don't get the picture, do they?

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