Have you ever been influenced by a mylotter?
By Marie Coyle
@MarieCoyle (37442)
April 26, 2024 7:09pm CST
I realized I get ideas for things here, as well as the interactions from good people. I get ideas about foods, and things to do, share memories, enjoy the stories.
Today, a post from Lenore Plassman @sallypup reminded me I needed to make some muffins, to use up some more of my frozen/dried fruits. So I mixed up some muffin batter, and my house has heavenly smells of both cherry and blueberry muffins, which are in the oven. I am going to share some and keep some.
Do you ever get ideas from other mylotters?
pixabay pic, my muffins are still in the oven! 
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28 responses
@almostoveryou (4778)
• Philippines
27 Apr
Yes, I do. I am inspired by myLotters who post about their day-to-day activities or memoirs from a distant past. I've also been inspired to post my daily menus, and this is one that I enjoy the most because I love reading comments from others about their menus and methods of cooking. I learn a lot from others.
Hope you enjoyed your muffins!
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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27 Apr
My son is planning on having a muffin for his dessert shortly. He came in and said, ''Mom, it smells good in here!'' so that's a good thing!
I learn a lot from others here as well, Macy.
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@almostoveryou (4778)
• Philippines
27 Apr
@MarieCoyle It's a joy to see our kids enjoy what what we make in the kitchen! :o)
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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27 Apr
@almostoveryou
Oh, I agree. I don't have much to give except love, and food, anyway! I am just glad that they enjoy it. Thank you, Macy.
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@sallypup (61088)
• Centralia, Washington
27 Apr
@MarieCoyle Calories don't count in home made muffins.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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27 Apr
@sallypup
That’s good, I sure enjoyed it. I am going to have another one tomorrow. 
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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27 Apr
You are as well, Lenore. Thank you!
I counted the calories and had a muffin, nice and warm. It was delicious, even if I did make it! Thank you so much!
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@kareng (59107)
• United States
27 Apr
@MarieCoyle That is very true!! We have a nice little community here! Many long-timers are still around!
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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27 Apr
I like reading about the different ideas people come up with, which in turn gives me a twist on my own.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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27 Apr
@kareng I am not an old timer, only about four years!
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@LeaPea2417 (37351)
• Toccoa, Georgia
27 Apr
Some of the food posts get me in to the mood to make certain dishes.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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28 Apr
Yes, they do.
I still want to make homemade ice cream as good as NJChicca's sounds to me! Maybe someday.
Mine is good but hers always sounds just phenomenal.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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28 Apr
@LeaPea2417
Homemade ice cream on a hot summer evening...so, so good.
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@LadyDuck (471497)
• Switzerland
27 Apr
@MarieCoyle I always make two trays (24 muffins) and I freeze for later.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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27 Apr
Ours are so good. I froze a couple for another day this week.
Lots of muffin making going on in here!
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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28 Apr
@LadyDuck
I usually freeze more than I did this time. But I took some to one neighbor who had surgery, and another friend who just got home from the hospital who had a really bad case of pneumonia. That's OK, because they needed a treat, and I have more berries to use up.
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@arunima25 (87806)
• Bangalore, India
27 Apr
Oh! I do and very often. The bitter gourd and egg fry has become a very frequent dish in my home. I learnt if from one mylotter. Besides food, it's also home remedies and tips to get rid of ants that has helped me
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@arunima25 (87806)
• Bangalore, India
28 Apr
@MarieCoyle They are everywhere, we get to hear about these annoying creatures from everyone across the globe 
. They are a global issue
. They are a global issue 2 people like this
@MarieCoyle (37442)
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29 Apr
@arunima25
I am very fortunate not to have any of them. But I do know that many do.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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28 Apr
I never realized just how many people get invaded by those tiny ants until I came to mylot!
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@kaylachan (69646)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
27 Apr
I've often been reminded about something when I post or read others' discussions. Commonly, I avoid food-based posts. I feel like I have nothing to contribute to those. And, I don't like leaving a half-hearted reply.
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@kaylachan (69646)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
28 Apr
@MarieCoyle I wouldn't take this back for anything. I would do it all and then some if it meant having my husband here with me. So, of course I am. I know how to get a point across.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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28 Apr
Everyone has topics they avoid, I know I do as well. You are sincere and knowledgeable about what you share, and that's all that's needed. Knowing first hand what you are doing as a caregiver, I can tell you truthfully that I think you rock, Kayla.
about what you share, and that's all that's needed. Knowing first hand what you are doing as a caregiver, I can tell you truthfully that I think you rock, Kayla.2 people like this
@MarieCoyle (37442)
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28 Apr
@kaylachan
I do know it's not always easy. But you know and I know, it's worth it. 
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@Juliaacv (51190)
• Canada
27 Apr
Oh yes I can totally relate.
And even moreso I feel like those of us who think alike are good friends here and interact on a regular basis.
It is wonderful.
Now, I believe that it is time to fish through the freezer and dig out the almost but not quite empty bags of frozen fruit and make some mini loaves. Thanks for the inspiration, our granddaughters just love those little loaves, 1 of them will do for a snack for the 2 of them.
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@Juliaacv (51190)
• Canada
27 Apr
@MarieCoyle Hey that is great!
It reminds me of the batter that we used to give and receive called 'Friendship Cake" do you remember that?
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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27 Apr
@Juliaacv
Oh yes. And you had to feed it, and it multiplied rapidly! I always ran out of people to give the starter bags to.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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27 Apr
Thanks to Lenore, my son and neighbor got muffins. We are going to take some to the lady down on the corner of my street, she just got home from having surgery. And then the chain is continuing with you making the mini-loaves. We truly do influence each other. Even the twins are getting in on it!
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@Tampa_girl7 (50249)
• United States
27 Apr
I have definitely learned from my fellow Mylotters.
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@Tampa_girl7 (50249)
• United States
27 Apr
@MarieCoyle I have enjoyed great movie, series, books, recipe suggestions etc…..
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@TheHorse (218781)
• Walnut Creek, California
27 Apr
It happens all the time. Sometimes it's short-term, like "Oh snap. I should put my dishes in too." Or medium-term, like, "I think I'll get some ice cream, like you did." And then there's all of the learning about other cultures. I often share what I learn here in day-to-day conversation with the real-life hoomins in my life.
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@TheHorse (218781)
• Walnut Creek, California
28 Apr
@MarieCoyle Yep. They're even better than bots!
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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28 Apr
@TheHorse
Yes, they are. Plus, it's kind of hard to be friends with a bot.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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28 Apr
More than once, I have read about someone doing dishes and it reminded me to go turn on the dishwasher!
Like you, I enjoy reading about what others like, and do in other countries. Some things in everyday life, you do not learn in story books and movies, you learn by listening and by doing. Like you say, real-life hoomins.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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28 Apr
We did, my son loves muffins so it was a win. Some days, it's hard to get him to eat very much. Thank you.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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27 Apr
I love them warm. Hot coffee or tea with a muffin is perfect!
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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28 Apr
Judy, so do I. It's amazing how we influence each other here.
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@Treborika (17661)
• Mombasa, Kenya
28 Apr
Those foods sounds so delicious so to speak.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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28 Apr
It's muffin mania in here! We all want our muffins!
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@GardenGerty (160663)
• United States
28 Apr
I get inspired often by myLotters. I think the world would be a better place if more people acted like we do and listen to each other and shared, My friends here make me feel cared about.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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28 Apr
Heather, you're right. It would be better. Most people here build each other up, not tear them apart.
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@popciclecold (38710)
• United States
28 Apr
Yes, down through the years I really have.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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29 Apr
I feel we pretty much learn something from everyone we meet in life. At least most of the time!
@jstory07 (139697)
• Roseburg, Oregon
30 Apr
@MarieCoyle I hope you make more for your son soon.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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30 Apr
@jstory07
He's on a roll...now he wants cookies! But he likes muffins better and so does his older sister, so it might be more muffins.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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30 Apr
I love the blueberry ones as well. I also like banana walnut, and cinnamon streusel, and...and...you get the picture. We love muffins over here.
My son ate the last one and said, those were so good, I hope we have more of them soon!
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@RasmaSandra (79833)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
27 Apr
Sometimes yes, particularly when I read food posts. Enjoy your muffins,
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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28 Apr
I would beam a few over to you if I knew how, Rasma! Thank you.
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@Marilynda1225 (82778)
• United States
28 Apr
I love myLot and yes, I've been influenced by many people here. I've gotten ideas for new recipes, books to read, movies to watch, and I've learned all sorts of things about different cultures. The old saying "I learn something new every day" really is true for myLot.
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@Marilynda1225 (82778)
• United States
29 Apr
@MarieCoyle sometimes I'm amazed at how many years I've been chatting here and so many of those years with the same people.
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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30 Apr
@Marilynda1225
I haven't been here that long in the terms of years, I believe it's close to 4. Sometimes, I can't be active due to obligations or whatevers, that's typical of most of us. But I certainly do enjoy the interaction here.
@MarieCoyle (37442)
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29 Apr
It certainly is true. Amazing the way we influence each other here. I like learning new things, I never get tired of it.
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@Scarred4Lyfe (609)
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5 May
Sometimes teh Hoomin gives me teh idea I should poop his pillow 
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@MarieCoyle (37442)
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5 May
Scar, don’t push Hoomin too far, he might get even more evil, and give your treats to ‘Moci and P.T. Of course, you could then retaliate by pooping on both pillows. 
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