tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post6785248561690069812..comments2024-03-24T05:03:57.513-04:00Comments on The Joy of Home with Martha Ellen: Puzzled?The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-41806386815764506982016-08-23T18:31:06.791-04:002016-08-23T18:31:06.791-04:00That's a bummer, Linda! I've been surpris...That's a bummer, Linda! I've been surprised at the number of folks that tell me they have a new puzzle that has missing pieces! I think solving a puzzle is a great way to have fun. I hope your day is full of joy! ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-87787248468798208072016-08-23T17:20:42.373-04:002016-08-23T17:20:42.373-04:00Great family fun. Puzzles are a great way to enter...Great family fun. Puzzles are a great way to entertain people and kids. At the cancer centers in the waiting room, they always have a puzzle. my Mom told me she had brand new puzzles and somehow, there was always a missing piece.Linda @ Life and Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00210490476537882296noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-33209331834621436732016-08-23T14:28:02.654-04:002016-08-23T14:28:02.654-04:00Thank you, Linda. It's nice to see that most ...Thank you, Linda. It's nice to see that most folks enjoy time spent with old fashioned games and puzzles. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-66501965818687563232016-08-23T13:05:15.825-04:002016-08-23T13:05:15.825-04:00I have always enjoyed jigsaw puzzles and the Germa...I have always enjoyed jigsaw puzzles and the German checkers game is lovely!Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12692170857496442623noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-51661507502227048472016-08-23T09:46:22.444-04:002016-08-23T09:46:22.444-04:00We have the best times with all three grandsons, B...We have the best times with all three grandsons, Betsy. Whatever we do with them brings such joy to our lives. I'm glad this post reminded you of your parents. My Mama loved puzzles as well. Have a wonderful day! ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-47162459376413693592016-08-23T08:21:26.979-04:002016-08-23T08:21:26.979-04:00I loved this post Martha Ellen! It reminded me of ...I loved this post Martha Ellen! It reminded me of how my mother loved to do puzzles. My father was such a train enthusiast so he would have just loved your train puzzle! What a grand time you must have with your grandson! Just loved this one!Estelle'shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04565205787406338559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-34071545563987104982016-08-22T07:33:34.255-04:002016-08-22T07:33:34.255-04:00Language can be such a barrier to really getting t...Language can be such a barrier to really getting to know someone. Even though you had that barrier you still loved your grandmother. That speaks so well of her, Pat. I'm so glad you live close to your grandchildren to give them memories that will enrich their lives. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-12219749463707480322016-08-22T02:42:03.761-04:002016-08-22T02:42:03.761-04:00Your grandsons are good puzzle masters, Martha! Yo...Your grandsons are good puzzle masters, Martha! You and your husband are giving them wonderful memories to cherish.<br /><br />My only surviving grandparent when i was a child did not speak English. She was my maternal grandmother and had immigrated from the Ukraine as a young woman. Her community in PA was all Ukrainian so she never had to learn the language, although of course my mother did. So even though I loved her very much I never truly knew her. My siblings and I have all been fortunate to be good grandparents to our own grandchildren, and to live near them and be able to spend time with them. It is a blessing!Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoritihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08922525910685129822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-15376170637769814442016-08-21T21:55:57.893-04:002016-08-21T21:55:57.893-04:00I think you're right about grandparents being ...I think you're right about grandparents being more involved these days. I wonder about the reasons. Maybe distance can be a factor and I do believe we are more active than a few generations ago were. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-29320835910540442612016-08-21T20:55:19.364-04:002016-08-21T20:55:19.364-04:00And it's way too late to return the puzzle. Se...And it's way too late to return the puzzle. Seems to me I've heard that if you're missing a lego piece to your set they will replace it for you. Too bad you can't do that with puzzle pieces! I never had the opportunity to visit my grandparents without my parents. I think grandparents are more involved with their grands than my grandparents were, though I have wonderful memories of visits to them.podsohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14880888514207597761noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-87776869069502519612016-08-20T09:20:24.891-04:002016-08-20T09:20:24.891-04:00I agree that puzzles are quite addicting, but so m...I agree that puzzles are quite addicting, but so much fun. Have a nice weekend, Shelia. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-76970062560117358492016-08-20T09:09:52.071-04:002016-08-20T09:09:52.071-04:00Hi Martha! Oh, looks like some fun times going on!...Hi Martha! Oh, looks like some fun times going on! I used to work jigsaw puzzles all of the time! Well, I was actually addicted to them. Thanks for popping in to see me.<br />Be a sweetie,<br />Shelia ;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-14759421496819348022016-08-19T18:59:39.631-04:002016-08-19T18:59:39.631-04:00Thank you, Jan. The summer is passing quickly! Be...Thank you, Jan. The summer is passing quickly! Before we know it, it will be cooler weather for us. I know it's been a cool summer for you, but not us. I need to check with the company and see if they will give us the missing pieces.<br />I'm not seeing a problem with the photos here. I hope it has resolved on your side. Have a restful weekend, Jan. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-16357525895329571032016-08-19T18:00:26.568-04:002016-08-19T18:00:26.568-04:00Puzzles can be such fun and are always lovely to b...Puzzles can be such fun and are always lovely to be shared with a family member. We have sometimes had one piece missing in a new puzzle and most companies will sort this out for you.<br /><br />Unfortunately two of your photo's are not showing correctly ... ?<br /><br />Wishing you a good weekend - these weeks certainly go by so quickly!<br /><br />All the best JanLowcarb team memberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07961199165290289611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-14302600602831452422016-08-19T11:24:50.295-04:002016-08-19T11:24:50.295-04:00Grayden is a sweetie and really, really loves game...Grayden is a sweetie and really, really loves games. I've never heard of Flinch but Grayden said he remembers it vaguely. It's so nice to hear that you have fond memories of games as a child. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-16343047479375813782016-08-19T11:10:52.880-04:002016-08-19T11:10:52.880-04:00Cheryl, it is important to seize the day! I remem...Cheryl, it is important to seize the day! I remember seeing your family play games as well. Family times are the best times. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-72962082768963305692016-08-19T10:30:56.651-04:002016-08-19T10:30:56.651-04:00Grayson has such a kind and cheerful face. We love...Grayson has such a kind and cheerful face. We loved playing games when My children were young. When I was a child, it was a family thing to play board games often, nearly every weekend, we would have a Monopoly bash. I wonder if anyone else remembers a card game called FLINCH? <br />UGH< the pain of missing puzzle pieces! jerilandershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07418564262425621746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-24401621500253670252016-08-19T10:15:45.059-04:002016-08-19T10:15:45.059-04:00We have often used the hot and humid summer days t...We have often used the hot and humid summer days to do puzzles. A lot of togetherness and good conversation can happen around a puzzle table! Good for you...redeeming these summer days with your grandsons! Who cares if the weather is "just right"?<br /><br />Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-60870301643994625772016-08-19T10:02:36.409-04:002016-08-19T10:02:36.409-04:00Liz, being a grandmother is just about the most sp...Liz, being a grandmother is just about the most special thing that has happened to me. You will soon know that joy! I'm sure you will too make wonderful memories for your little one. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-8753743762622189242016-08-19T09:59:54.642-04:002016-08-19T09:59:54.642-04:00Thank you, Dawn! As you know these children mean ...Thank you, Dawn! As you know these children mean the world to us and they give Boo and Bear so much joy! It's our pleasure to have these special times with them. I must admit I'm resting up now that they have returned home! I hope your weekend brings you rest and joy, my friend. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-27957288758991522412016-08-19T08:32:32.479-04:002016-08-19T08:32:32.479-04:00As a child I went to my grandparents for a few day...As a child I went to my grandparents for a few days each summer. I remember playing games with my grandmother and that board game Grayden made looks so familiar. The grandkids will remember these special times in the years to come. That was lucky finding the missing piece on the one puzzle. Too bad the other's are incomplete. Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLizhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08470612105590699955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-39047384939049172122016-08-19T08:06:26.445-04:002016-08-19T08:06:26.445-04:00You are making such beautiful family memories with...You are making such beautiful family memories with your grandsons, Martha Ellen! The best part of building puzzles together is the relaxed conversation that flows while working together! It is also a great lesson in patience, cooperation, problem-solving, and collaboration. These important skills will serve your grandsons well throughout life! I love the way you are documenting special family times here, my friend. You are filling this 'scrapbook' with treasured memories for all to enjoy! Wishing Boo and Bear a happy weekend! ♡Dawn@Petals.Paper.SimpleThymesDawn Y.https://www.blogger.com/profile/07565958992415114053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-75572786137290703872016-08-18T19:56:30.796-04:002016-08-18T19:56:30.796-04:00Vee, they were quite determined to find the missin...Vee, they were quite determined to find the missing piece. It did have a different colored backing from the others in the box. I imagine puzzles are hastily put away on vacations, so it was in another box. Yes, I am Boo. It's the nickname my Daddy gave me as a child. He always called me Boo, so I decided when our first grandchild was born that would be my grandmother name. And we love the Portland Head Lighthouse, too. It's one of the most beautiful. ♥<br />The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-8642399003486295452016-08-18T19:41:38.508-04:002016-08-18T19:41:38.508-04:00I am amazed that the missing piece was found for t...I am amazed that the missing piece was found for the circular puzzle. And as maddening as it is, I have had missing pieces from brand new puzzles. I love the game board Grayden made. My grandfather made a very similar game called Aggravation. It has two arms that fit together making an "x." One rolls the dice and can begin play on a one or a six. Of course, I do love the subject of your last puzzle... Chocolate chip cookies at Boo and Bear's...are you Boo?Veehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00618654361869856894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7664100447631245881.post-12011989216454391062016-08-18T19:12:45.327-04:002016-08-18T19:12:45.327-04:00I've enjoyed getting to know how your grandpar...I've enjoyed getting to know how your grandparents made such an impression on you, Patti. We will make an impression on these little ones and I enjoy them immensely! My parents were great grandparents to our children, so I have big shoes to fill. ♥The Joy of Home with Martha Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02912198511168813613noreply@blogger.com