Today is Thanksgiving Day here in the US, and that means that many of you, including my lovely editor, have been cooking and cleaning since before I started writing this post. So, I’m going to cut you all some slack and just go with the door photos and their captions.
I chose doors that don’t require a story, don’t have a documented history, or are left over from previous posts. Who doesn’t love leftovers?
This post is part of the wonderfully addictive series by Norm Frampton, called Thursday Doors. Each week, we gather together at Norm’s place and share door photos, comments, turkey, pie and adult beverages. Oops, I’m getting the day’s events confused. Once you get to Norm’s, look for the blue frog. He will guide you into the gallery where you can add your doors, or admire the doors of so many others.
Maybe some other day.
That’s MuMu – she doesn’t always enjoy having her picture taken.
Pinky! One of Maddie’s favorite toys. Actually she inherited it from a former setter.
To my readers in the US, Happy Thanksgiving and thank you for spending some of your precious time at this place. You guys rock!
The second new storm door installed this fall. We liked the other one well enough to give it a 2nd go.
Track 17 is not my destination. Auntie Anne’s is serving up the best pretzels on the planet.
I gotta get me some Mike’s
A little addition on the strip mall where Dunkin’ Donuts is located. This one is special – I hit that brick column a couple of winters ago – skidded on black ice.
Entrance to Union Station in New Haven, CT for my train to NYC.
Old shed doors and the old garage access doors. Dumpster arrives next week.
On my way out of Grand Central Terminal in NYC.
On the train to NYC. I like fire escapes, doors, trains and equipment.
Before I left for Chicago, Faith took me to see Mary Chapin Carpenter in concert.
The Infinity Theater includes a bistro. we had dinner before the show.
My ride to Chicago
I took this picture for my niece’s husband who, for some unknown reason like Coors Light.
This is for Peter Nena. He’ll understand.
Near the Infinity Theater is the new UConn Hartford Campus. Sadly, it occupies the old Hartford Times building. I’d hoped for a better use of this wonderful building.
Entrance from the parking garage to the Infinity theater.
This is in Boston, taken from my hotel room. There’s no door visible in the stone building but there is one in the building under construction.
This building is on Allyn St, which intersects with Anne St. This is a leftover.
Another Anne St area leftover.
187 Allyn St – Black Bear Saloon
I don’t know much about this place, but it has nice doors.
Thanks. I had hoped the building would be used for something that would allow greater access. There had been talk of a museum or mixed-use space. The state cut a deal with itself, without much scrutiny, and it was decided.
I hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving and thank you so much for following here.
On this Thursday holiday, you provided doors to meet every readers’ delight. The Anne St. door is beautiful, love Anne and Mike, like the new storm door, and would really like to take Maddie on her walk today. :-) Hope you and all your loved ones in CT and other places have a safe and happy holiday weekend. :-)
Thanks so much Judy. Maddie is still on the couch, but we’ll be out soon for a walk. I hope you and your family have a Happy Thanksgiving. It seems we’ve been blessed with a beautiful day in New England.
Happy Thanksgiving Dan. You have to be the most dedicated doors poster I know. My favorite this go round? The discarded soldiers, awaiting the dumpster. Like old veterans they still stand at attention, just not as straight…😏Best wishes to your family as well.
Thanks Cheryl. I’ve been setting these aside for this post. I’m glad you like the “retirees” – they did their duty and they served us well. I hope you have a wonderful holiday in your new home.
Thanks Dan. Spending it with family in the frigid North. But nature has bowed in kindness to me and we are looking at unseasonably warmer temps for the time we are here. 👏Surrounded by every chickof mine and their chicks too. I am truly thankful.
So you’re saying that if there’s no history or backstory our doors are leftovers??? Thanks a lot, Dan!! :-) Hope all of you have a wonderful Thanksgiving. I’m thankful for you and your blog.
Ha ha – no, that’s not the message. There are some leftovers here, as well as some that I don’t know the story of. It’s s mix, Janet. There are no bad doors. Happy Thanksgiving
busy day Dan. two hyperactive granddaughters on the run and a slightly less than hyperactive grandfather standing in the settling dust. You are very welcome !
As soon as i. Finish this furious letter to acme I am going to send you great indignities. I just hope I have enough unbroken limbs to crawl into the bar saturday morning…
Great post Dan. Love these doors, especially new storm door. It looks so solid. I really think there should be a brass plaque on the brick column. “DAN WAS HERE”. Lol.
A great collection, Dan. A very Happy thanksgiving to you and yours too!
We don’t celebrate Thanksgiving, but we send you warm greetings across the pond.
The Fab Four of Cley,
Dina x
Leftovers are my favorite. Dinner often tastes better at breakfast.
Door leftovers are good, too :) I like the shot from the Boston hotel room.
I think it’s nice how Maddie doesn’t destroy her stuffies. There’s only one Sadie’s kept intact for a number of years, and it’s actually a cat toy. Fernando the tiger. Your kitties are pretty, too.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!
Thanks. Don’t be too kind in your thoughts about Maddie. There are two bags of toys in the ER and several that survived three dogs before her, only to get tossed. We still have “Funky Monkey” who’s missing everything but half of one arm.
Haha! Well I feel better now. I was thinking, “Gosh that stuffy looks clean, I suppose Dan’s wife washes the stuffies…” which led to how I do too, but ONLY EVER CAT TOYS. LOL Never had the opportunity to wash a dog toy! :P
A lot of great photos, Dan. I’ll have to come back tomorrow (aka ‘later today’) and have another look. Love Maddie and her toy, though. And I see what you mean from MuMu’s expression… she seems a bit miffed…
Hope you’re having a great Thanksgiving.
A left over door is very okay with me, on a day like this. Obviously this is after Thanksgiving dinner, which I did not have to cook. A perk when one has adult children eager to try out their new dishes on their parents:)They did a great job. My daughter made sure we had a leftover to take home with us. Do I have it made, or what?
Happy Thanksgiving, Dan! 1) That Capitol Building archway is pretty cool looking. My favorite door in this week’s entry. 2) I DO like Auntie Anne’s, but I’m not crazy about the modern trend of soft pretzels being so slick with butter (or whatever it is). Tastes good, I know, but texture is part of the eating experience! 3) Pass the Mike’s for sure. I also see some Heavy Seas in there — one of my favorites, and a local brewer. I got to tour their facility a couple years ago and see how it’s made. Interesting — and delicious! Like leftovers.
Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving, Dan, and thanks for giving MiMi and MuMu a little face time. My kids hope your kids got a little piece of the turkey.
Dan, I hope you and yours are still enjoying Thanksgiving. Thanks for the doors — 179 Allyn is a cool looking place. Great to see all the furry kids. Hugs!
Ooh, aahh! I particularly like the Hartford Times columns and doors, Dan.
I think the doors with red poinsettias in containers and orange chrysanthemums seem so cheerful!
I noticed an antique building set in between modern buildings. It does look like it belongs on a grassy, green hill! This whole post was very happy and hope your Thanksgiving was wonderful. 🍁😊🍂
So glad you had a very nice Thanksgiving day. Randy has been moved to a rehab unit of a nursing home. He says it has a “nicely residential feeling.” I had to work Sat. so I didn’t use my one day off to drive up and visit.
One funny thing is I love sweets but Randy never has. But he says he feels compelled to order desserts, like apple pie with vanilla ice cream. I am secretly happy 😉 since he has always lectured me that “sugar is worse than salt.”
OMG — that/those building(s) with red brick and white stone! !!! heart heart heart heart heart!!! And that stone building with the round tower! Of COURSE it has no door — have you never READ Rapunzel??? You are slaying me with these doors this week!
It was a nice mix of flavours in the leftover doors you served up in this post, Dan. You tossed in a MuMu and a Maggie and it’s all good!
Hope your Thanksgiving weekend was a good one 🙂
I love MuMu and her attitude! Her white area is more defined, a big bigger than MiMi’s.
179 is really a pretty set of doors, I may have missed this last comment. 🙂
Thanks Robin. MuMu certainly has more attitude than her sister. MiMi is happy-go-lucky and goofy at times. MuMu would prefer that the house be quiet, the dog outside and the humans asleep.
That is one magnificent building UConn has acquired! You’ve created a great Thanksgiving post, Dan – enjoy family, friends, food and fun!!

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Thanks. I had hoped the building would be used for something that would allow greater access. There had been talk of a museum or mixed-use space. The state cut a deal with itself, without much scrutiny, and it was decided.
I hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving and thank you so much for following here.
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I will have a good thanksgiving, but no need to thank me for following your site – you are a hoot, Dan and I look forward to your posts!!
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On this Thursday holiday, you provided doors to meet every readers’ delight. The Anne St. door is beautiful, love Anne and Mike, like the new storm door, and would really like to take Maddie on her walk today. :-) Hope you and all your loved ones in CT and other places have a safe and happy holiday weekend. :-)
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Thanks so much Judy. Maddie is still on the couch, but we’ll be out soon for a walk. I hope you and your family have a Happy Thanksgiving. It seems we’ve been blessed with a beautiful day in New England.
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Happy Thanksgiving Dan! Hi Maddie! Oh and to the whole family of course.
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Thanks Pam!
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Happy Thanksgiving Dan. You have to be the most dedicated doors poster I know. My favorite this go round? The discarded soldiers, awaiting the dumpster. Like old veterans they still stand at attention, just not as straight…😏Best wishes to your family as well.
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Thanks Cheryl. I’ve been setting these aside for this post. I’m glad you like the “retirees” – they did their duty and they served us well. I hope you have a wonderful holiday in your new home.
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Thanks Dan. Spending it with family in the frigid North. But nature has bowed in kindness to me and we are looking at unseasonably warmer temps for the time we are here. 👏Surrounded by every chickof mine and their chicks too. I am truly thankful.
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Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours. (and for you Maddie, here is hoping someone drops turkey and moves slower than you do)
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Thanks! I’m sure Maddie will get her share.
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Seems Maddie was giving you the eye. Giggle. Happy Thanksgiving!
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She lures me to the couch by bringing Pinky, but I don’t thinkI’m actually allowed to play with Pinky…”my Pinky”
Happy Thanksgiving Audrey!
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Dan, Happy Thanksgiving to you and to your family! Love the post and photos! Especially kitty! :)
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Thank you!
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Thanks for the door tour and Thanksgiving wish. I’m glad to see a Texas airline taking care of you. Happy Thanksgiving.
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Thanks John.
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A little something for everyone in this collection Dan. I kinda fond of the one with the bear standing guard.
Enjoy your Turkey Day my friend :-)
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Thanks Norm. Eating and drinking are getting underway soon.
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So you’re saying that if there’s no history or backstory our doors are leftovers??? Thanks a lot, Dan!! :-) Hope all of you have a wonderful Thanksgiving. I’m thankful for you and your blog.
janet
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Ha ha – no, that’s not the message. There are some leftovers here, as well as some that I don’t know the story of. It’s s mix, Janet. There are no bad doors. Happy Thanksgiving
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Leftovers can be tasty.
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I think I like Thanksgiving leftover better than anything.
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Happy Thanksgiving Dan
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Thanks John.
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busy day Dan. two hyperactive granddaughters on the run and a slightly less than hyperactive grandfather standing in the settling dust. You are very welcome !
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I’m picturing the coyote with two roadrunners 🙂
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As soon as i. Finish this furious letter to acme I am going to send you great indignities. I just hope I have enough unbroken limbs to crawl into the bar saturday morning…
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Watch out for the anvil
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A good collection of doors, Dan. Love the stone building in Boston. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!
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Thanks Jennie. I need to find that building and get a picture of its doors.
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That would be wonderful, Dan.
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Today I’m surrounded by snow and Christmas decorations, but I’m allowed since I’m Canadian. Happy Thanksgiving, Dan!
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Thanks Wendy! Snow?
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Oh, yes! We’re already pushing close to 2 feet of it! Came a few days before Remembrance Day, and hasn’t left. :-/
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Oh my 😮
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Great post Dan. Love these doors, especially new storm door. It looks so solid. I really think there should be a brass plaque on the brick column. “DAN WAS HERE”. Lol.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours. Ginger
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Thanks! I agree about the plaque – my insurance paid for that column! I hope you’re having a great day.
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A great collection, Dan. A very Happy thanksgiving to you and yours too!
We don’t celebrate Thanksgiving, but we send you warm greetings across the pond.
The Fab Four of Cley,
Dina x
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Thank you so much.
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Happy Thanksgiving Dan – tell your editor you’re supposed to clean up after the festivities!
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Ha ha. I’ll wait and see if she reads the comments 😏
Thanks!
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Thank you!
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Leftovers are my favorite. Dinner often tastes better at breakfast.
Door leftovers are good, too :) I like the shot from the Boston hotel room.
I think it’s nice how Maddie doesn’t destroy her stuffies. There’s only one Sadie’s kept intact for a number of years, and it’s actually a cat toy. Fernando the tiger. Your kitties are pretty, too.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!
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Thanks. Don’t be too kind in your thoughts about Maddie. There are two bags of toys in the ER and several that survived three dogs before her, only to get tossed. We still have “Funky Monkey” who’s missing everything but half of one arm.
I love leftovers 🙂
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Haha! Well I feel better now. I was thinking, “Gosh that stuffy looks clean, I suppose Dan’s wife washes the stuffies…” which led to how I do too, but ONLY EVER CAT TOYS. LOL Never had the opportunity to wash a dog toy! :P
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She only washes them if the cats throw up on them.
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I love the selections for today.they speak for themselves … and I am grateful.
Happy Thanksgiving 🍁🍽🦃
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Happy Thanksgiving Val
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Leftovers are one thing I miss about Thanksgiving meals since we’ve gone “flexitarian.” The main meal is the other thing.
Enjoy your time with family Dan.
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Those are two important things. Thanks Maggie.
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Happy Thanks giving Dan – enjoy those walks with Maddie … they (those beloved animals) live in one lovely happy household … cheers Hilary
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Thanks Hilary. We tend to treat them well but they give much love in return.
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Happy Thanksgiving Dan to you and yours! The doors and not doors did not disappoint. :)
Enjoy your Holiday!
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Thanks Deborah. I wasn’t able to reply to the photo comments but I always appreciate those.
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A lot of great photos, Dan. I’ll have to come back tomorrow (aka ‘later today’) and have another look. Love Maddie and her toy, though. And I see what you mean from MuMu’s expression… she seems a bit miffed…
Hope you’re having a great Thanksgiving.
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MuMu’s a tough customer. Thanks Val. We had a great day, and it’s looking good here for a nice weekend. I hope yours is good too.
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A left over door is very okay with me, on a day like this. Obviously this is after Thanksgiving dinner, which I did not have to cook. A perk when one has adult children eager to try out their new dishes on their parents:)They did a great job. My daughter made sure we had a leftover to take home with us. Do I have it made, or what?
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That’s a sweet deal for sure 🙂
Thanks for stopping by and I hope you have a nice weekend.
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Happy Thanksgiving, Dan! 1) That Capitol Building archway is pretty cool looking. My favorite door in this week’s entry. 2) I DO like Auntie Anne’s, but I’m not crazy about the modern trend of soft pretzels being so slick with butter (or whatever it is). Tastes good, I know, but texture is part of the eating experience! 3) Pass the Mike’s for sure. I also see some Heavy Seas in there — one of my favorites, and a local brewer. I got to tour their facility a couple years ago and see how it’s made. Interesting — and delicious! Like leftovers.
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Thanks Paul. I hope you had a good day and are enjoying a nice long weekend. I haven’t tried Heavy Seas, maybe next time.
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Loose Cannon is very good — a basic IPA I think you’d like. I also enjoy Peg Leg, a solid stout. And yes, it was a nice day, thanks!
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Ah, I’m a beer wimp. I stick with lagers. The IPA rage is killing me at the bar. 7 out of 9 taps are IPAs 🙁
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Yeah, I’m not wild about it myself. If I see a good stout, I grab it.
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Like the doors, but I am really practical to your cat and dog!
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The critters wanted to make sure I featured them for thanksgiving.
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Thank you, Dan. Hope you ate well and spent a lovely Thanksgiving. Now the best part: eating the leftovers:)
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That is the best part. 🙂
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Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving, Dan, and thanks for giving MiMi and MuMu a little face time. My kids hope your kids got a little piece of the turkey.
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Thanks Mary. We had a very nice day. Every creature ate well. I hope you had a good trip.
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The trip was excellent and so is today. Beautiful weather, helped my roomie celebrate her birthday and now we are starting the Xmas decorations.
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Dan, I hope you and yours are still enjoying Thanksgiving. Thanks for the doors — 179 Allyn is a cool looking place. Great to see all the furry kids. Hugs!
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Thanks Teagan. We are enjoying a nice long weekend. I hope you are too.
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Lovely pictures as always! Hope you and your family had a great Thanksgiving! —belated greeting from the East😄
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Ooh, aahh! I particularly like the Hartford Times columns and doors, Dan.
I think the doors with red poinsettias in containers and orange chrysanthemums seem so cheerful!
I noticed an antique building set in between modern buildings. It does look like it belongs on a grassy, green hill! This whole post was very happy and hope your Thanksgiving was wonderful. 🍁😊🍂
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We had a very nice day, Robin. I hope you did too.
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It is going to be okay but a serious incident happened that day. . . Not sure when I will write about it. Thank you, Dan!
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Sorry. I’m glad it’s going to be ok.
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So glad you had a very nice Thanksgiving day. Randy has been moved to a rehab unit of a nursing home. He says it has a “nicely residential feeling.” I had to work Sat. so I didn’t use my one day off to drive up and visit.
One funny thing is I love sweets but Randy never has. But he says he feels compelled to order desserts, like apple pie with vanilla ice cream. I am secretly happy 😉 since he has always lectured me that “sugar is worse than salt.”
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Thanks Robin. I hope Randy continues to recover. If he feels compelled to order dessert, that sounds like progress to me :-)
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Yes, I think “anything goes” at this point in his recovery. . . thank you.
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OMG — that/those building(s) with red brick and white stone! !!! heart heart heart heart heart!!! And that stone building with the round tower! Of COURSE it has no door — have you never READ Rapunzel??? You are slaying me with these doors this week!
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Ha! I hadn’t thought of Rapunzel. You must be right – that’s so funny.
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Ugh, so funny I pressed send 🙁
I’m glad you enjoyed these leftovers.
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It was a nice mix of flavours in the leftover doors you served up in this post, Dan. You tossed in a MuMu and a Maggie and it’s all good!
Hope your Thanksgiving weekend was a good one 🙂
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It was, Joanne. Thanks!
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Although you have a great selection of doors, Dan, your cat and dog are the stars of the post. :)
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Thanks Jean. I knew those knuckleheads would steal the show 🙂
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I love MuMu and her attitude! Her white area is more defined, a big bigger than MiMi’s.
179 is really a pretty set of doors, I may have missed this last comment. 🙂
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Thanks Robin. MuMu certainly has more attitude than her sister. MiMi is happy-go-lucky and goofy at times. MuMu would prefer that the house be quiet, the dog outside and the humans asleep.
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Each cat has their own personality but so cool they create a balanced home. Most cats wish the dog moved away. 😁
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