Scrapbook Saturday

Just a few layouts from before we went to the beach.

"Emerald Beach" is about our condo in Panama City Beach. We ended up selling it in 2020.

In early October, Karolyn took me on a "Mystery Trip." We road the bus and walked all over. By the end of the day, we had walked 6 miles! It was a fun day--visiting areas of the city I had never been to. Nor had I been on a bus in probably 50 years!

"Spring Break 1993" was the first time we took the girls to New York. Now we go at least every other year--well except this year when we are going twice!

Sandy and Greg are in town this weekend. They brought a U-Haul with furniture for Mitchell's new house. We girls are going to see Bon Jovi in concert tonight. I can't wait!! I love him!

Friday Funnies

This one cracks me up because it's so true! I have 5 decorative pillows on our bed--bigger than just throw pillows!

Five Things Thursday

1. I'm pretty sure this is true!

At least it's true for me. I was meant to set a good example for my younger brothers and sisters, so I did!

2. OMGosh! 

I've never been to Minnesota, but I think I'll wait until summer!

3. I've never heard of this before and don't quite understand it.

Everybody attending put their wedding rings on the cake before the wish. What in the world would a 17 year old wish for that the "married" attendants would want for themselves.? This is some sort of custom that I don't really understand.

4. This past weekend was "Camp Mother-in-law!" 

Justin wasn't able to go, so Bruce filled in. I'm so happy that the guys had such a good time. It's going to be an annual event!

5. I love this.

Illustrated by my favorite, Susan Branch.

So Proud....

...of this little girlie!!!

After 2.5 years, she's now a Nurse Practitioner!!

Way to go Morgan!!! You did it! Granpa and I are so proud of you! 

Tuesday Thoughts about...

...having my windows cleaned. I realize now that my post about nearly having a nervous breakdown over the window washers walking on our new carpet, came off sounding pretty spoiled and whiney! 

One of my blog friends, called me out--without realizing she did it! It's true I have a big house. It's true I have a lot of windows: 12 sets of French doors, 13 regular windows--floor to ceiling, 6 double wide picture windows and 5 regular doors with windows. All of those regular windows and picture windows have storm windows. That's a lot of windows. And yes, I know I'm spoiled and fortunate that we can afford to have someone clean them. 

But, there are several ways I like to look at it. 

1. We should not be up on ladders.

2. I don't want to be up on ladders.

3. The storm windows are too heavy for us.

4. It would take us a month--at least--to get the job done.

5. I wouldn't even begin to know how to approach this big of a job.

6. It's people like us that keep window washers in business! We had 5 people here working from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

I know, first world problems. For sure. My blog friend didn't say anything negative, just that she and her hubby do theirs. That made me stop and realize what a brat I've been. Carpet be d****d! I thank my lucky stars for window washers!

On a positive note, they charged us $400 less than they quoted us because they were able to do most of the storm windows without having to unscrew them from the house. Now that's something to be happy about! 

So, I'm officially done whining about it. I'm over it! Thanks Susanne for the reality check!! I needed that!

Me on Monday

This is where we'll be for the next 5 days!

The weather is perfect. Exactly how we like it.

Prom Time!

Well, it's that time of year! Prom time---that is! 

I can't believe that my "baby" granddaughter is all grown up! She's about to head in to senior year.

The family went to Disney World over spring break. She found this purse and that set the theme for their outfits! Have I mentioned that this family LOVES Disney? 

Here she is with her boyfriend, Graham. He, too, was in Disney with his family over spring break. Wait for it....

A Cinderella's castle best buckle!!

Isn't this just about the cutest thing? I told Sandy that we need one of them for the guys to pass around in the family. I love it! He was such a good sport, that he even got a gold tie and all the gold jewelry to go with his suit.

While at Disney, they got matching monogram rings. Dig those nails!! You might notice the sapphire and diamond ring she's sporting. That was the center of my 25th anniversary wedding set. We gave it to her for her 8th grade graduation. I love that she loves it!

And now for a "throwback." Elizabeth's mom and dad...

Sandy and Greg were highschool sweethearts. 

And here they are today. Still high school sweethearts! You just never know which one will be the one.