tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-47966043658038549082024-03-12T21:54:42.464-07:00Thru Nana's WindowAngelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17994753291659176298noreply@blogger.comBlogger273125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4796604365803854908.post-56173623768003921292016-03-31T18:34:00.001-07:002016-04-07T12:06:40.898-07:00March Madness Here at the Home Place<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Good evening Friends. It has been quite a while since we have visited. Where does time go? Spring has arrived here at the home place. All the trees are wearing such pretty blooms and leaves are showing signs of growth and new beginnings. Here at the home place the pollen has also made its grand appearance and all the outside porches and furniture are covered in that yellow dust we know as pollen. Ugh!!! Will be glad when that is gone. </div>
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As you know already Holly and her family are staying with us until their house is finished being built. It has seemed like a long running pajama party. It's been such fun having them here with us, and to be honest, I have just let things go and we have been busy having fun. Thus the reason for my absence on the blog. So I will try and catch you up on our trips and activities. Get comfy and let's get started. </div>
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Our first outing in March was a trip next door into Alabama to a huge flea market called Top of the Mountain. It is near Gadsden,Alabama. We left early in the morning as it was a good long trip. We were all greatly disappointed in the flea market. It was huge, but the booths were full of new merchandise,,,, socks, cell phone cases, tee shirts, purses and the like.. Mr, P. managed to find one booth with a few old tools and such and got a few items. I never found anything. But it ended being such a fun trip. We saw signs for a restaurant we had heard so much about and being we had not had lunch we decided to find it. It was Top of the River. There was a beautiful river you could view outside your window as you had your meal. The fish was wonderful.</div>
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As we were leaving I overheard a group talking about a park close by, so Holly googled it and we were only minutes away. So off we went on another adventure.</div>
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It was a beautiful place and had a great history lesson for Darbee Rae. A young Indian girl took her life by jumping into the falls because her Daddy was going to offer her in marriage as a peace offering with another tribe. </div>
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Another weekend, we decided to go on a trip to Peaches to Beaches Yard Sale. The yard sales started </div>
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We did have more success on this trip than the last one. The best part was the anticipation at each stop we made. Just look at this little painted camper displaying their goods for sale. </div>
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Never knew what you might find. We drove miles when all you saw were pecan trees and peach orchards. Too bad it wasn't time for the peaches to be ripe. They were so pretty.</div>
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We never made it to the beach as it was getting late in the afternoon and we had a way to travel back home. Again, we took a detour and had a late lunch in Juliette, Ga. The little town famous for the movie Fried Green Tomatoes. We ate at the little restaurant there. So quaint and neat. </div>
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Of course we had to try the fried green tomatoes. Yum Yum!!</div>
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This turned out to be a long, but fun day. </div>
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Another memory made with our family. </div>
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Our last outing was a long overdue girl's trip. Holly, Darbee Rae and myself. It was a quick trip and the decision to go was made on Sunday morning actually between Sunday School and morning service. We were just sitting there talking and it popped up... and that one thought was all it took. We were on our way on Monday morning. Yes, we went back to the Smokey Mountains and I was thrilled that we did. As we were coming into Pigeon Forge we saw SNOW on top of the mountains. I flipped out. I was so excited and we didn't even stop first and get a hotel room. We headed straight for the mountain to see snow. Now for all of you who saw enough of the white stuff during the winter just close your eyes. But I just have to show you the beautiful pictures we got and all the snow we finally got to see. Like seeing Santa at Christmas. </div>
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We couldn't leave all that snow without building a snowman!!</div>
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We gave him stick arms, and all we had orange for the nose was a Goldfish cracker. He rode down the mountain on the hood of the car and we were three happy silly girls. What fun!! I still smile about that day as I type. What a memory.</div>
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We also ate for the first time at the Paula Deen Restaurant. Oh my goodness.</div>
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You got to pick three meats, four sides, and dessert. It was served family style to your table. It was so good and we were so thankful we got a window seat looking out over The Island. From our table we got to watch the dancing water show over and over. </div>
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We had such a good time shopping and just being together making memories. </div>
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Before I leave you I have to tell you about a sweet friend on Facebook. She wrote Holly on facebook and offered a wonderful old Hoosier Cabinet to the Mister and myself. They did not want to put it on the curb and wondered if we wanted it. Can you imagine this on the curb? I was tickled pink. I forgot to take a photo of the bottom before we unloaded it from the truck, but it is in great condition as is the top. Mr. P. has it in the shop for the time being, we don't know what we will do with it as of yet. It is in wonderful shape. Thank you again Sue.</div>
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The last visit I also showed you this picture of Mr. P. tearing out the old box looking bookcases in the great room,</div>
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Well, while the girls and I have been out roaming, he has been really busy working on the new book shelves. </div>
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Didn't he do a good job? They don't come out nearly as far into the room, and I love that they are open. Now I just have to stay home long enough to decorate them. </div>
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I hope you have enjoyed visiting with me.. I have so enjoyed chatting with you. Leave a comment so I will know you stopped by. Leaving you until I have news from our next outing. Take care until next time. </div>
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<br />Angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17994753291659176298noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4796604365803854908.post-91559819905209924132016-02-19T09:00:00.000-08:002016-02-19T09:00:53.616-08:00Moving on My MindHappy Friday friends. Don't you just love it when Friday finally rolls around? I just love the weekend regardless of what we have planned. Love lazy Saturday mornings having coffee with the mister . Life seems to slow down a little on the weekend. Hope you have a wonderful one whatever you might have planned. <br />
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Well, it is beginning to sink in that this year we may not get a good snow here in our parts. We have had several forecast where the "S" word was mentioned and parts of our state have seen a little white stuff, however this has been the extent of our snow flurries.<br />
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Sad isn't it? And I so love a good snow fall. Need to convince the Mister we need to move North.{smile}</div>
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Okay,,, on to the title of my post. No, Mr. P. and I are not moving, however Holly and family have sold their home and are having their dream home built. I am so proud and excited for them. SO,,,, with that said you can only imagine how I have been spending my days as of late. First, we have visited many Open Houses. Oh, what fun I have had. Makes me realize just how old our home really is. But that's okay. I have been collecting lots of ideas. You will hear more about that later in this post. Just look inside some of there beautiful homes. </div>
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Okay,,, when we last visited with you , I showed you a photo of Mr. P. making something for me in the workshop. </div>
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After we remolded the kitchen last year, I really missed my island. So,,, now I have one, and also a little pull out breakfast area to sit and have our breakfast, etc.</div>
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I love my Mister. I am so blessed that he has a talent and does things to make our house a home. Once this project was complete, he wasted no time starting another improvement for me. As I said earlier in this post, I had gotten lots of ideas from all these model homes. Well,,, here he is tearing out our old bookcases in the family room. </div>
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I can't wait to share the finished bookcases with you in a future post. Well if you are still with me,, thank you. I hope I haven't bored you too much with all my ramblings. Life is good here at the home place . Don't forget to leave a comment so I will know you stopped by. You are all important to me. </div>
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Angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17994753291659176298noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4796604365803854908.post-81121723043577531392016-01-19T17:54:00.000-08:002016-01-19T17:54:50.633-08:00The Joys of JanuaryGood evening friends. Aren't we lucky to be able to visit by way of technology? Don't know how many of us would leave the comfort of our warm and cozy homes to brave the cold temps we are having this week to come visiting tonight. .But I am not one to complain about the cold because I just love cold weather. While many of you prepare for the snow/ice you have coming your way, I get excited just knowing the temps are going to be below freezing. <br />
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So get yourself comfy and visit with me for awhile on this cold night here in Georgia. Today was a wonderful cold day and I have to say I enjoyed it to the fullest. My mister was so sweet and put some firewood out on the deck close to the door so I didn't have to be out in the cold too long to keep the fireplace going with a good hot fire. <br />
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Did you make New Year's Resolutions? Well I always do, nothing major mind you because I rarely keep them. This year I promised myself I would work on crafts all year through. And I began by making crochet dishcloths to have for little gifts for friends who might just drop in during the holidays unexpected. I made these a few years back and they are wonderful when doing dishes by hand. I was skeptical in the beginning that I would not like them but they are great. I also found a free printable on Pinterest as a neat way to present them. I will try and make at least two a day until I reach my goal. Then one chore can be marked off my list. Today was a good cold day to work on these and so much fun.<br />
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In September at our annual craft show, stitcheries are one of my best sellers. I began years back stitching them when we were on road trips. Helped to pass the time while riding and time was not wasted. However last year we did not take as many long road trips and I had far to few stitcheries at the sale. So, I have vowed to do at least one stitchery per week until time for the September show. So far so good. So I did work a little on the stitchery I have started also today. </div>
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Well I am so glad you stopped by to visit. Not a lot going on around here , never seems to be in the winter months. Please all of you stay warm and if you are having snow/ice please be careful if you have to get out and about. </div>
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Angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17994753291659176298noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4796604365803854908.post-89451266366051117582015-12-29T17:29:00.000-08:002015-12-29T18:51:27.812-08:00Days of December at the Home PlaceGood evening friends. Hope you are all doing well, and are getting back to normal now that the holidays are behind us. We were blessed with a wonderful Christmas and hope you all were as well. It has been extremely warm for the month of December here in Georgia. Actually we could be sitting out on the deck visiting tonight but more rain is on its way for tomorrow, and then hopefully we will have some cold days. I am a winter girl and I want cold weather. So come on inside and let's visit for awhile.<br />
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If you don't know already, I plan, make lists, and plan to plan during the holiday season. But as hard as I try, the holidays always seem to find us in a rush to get here and there and to get things done. Maybe that is why I am so late inviting you into our home for the holidays. But here we are and I hope you will enjoy chatting with me for a few minutes. I have some cake , candy, and coffee ready for our visit. <br />
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Our first activity for December was the Ladies Christmas Party at our church. Since we are at a new congregation, I was a tad nervous to attend . But it went really well and we had lots of fun with the ladies. <br />
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Next was the Girl's Party here at the home place. We were a few short this year as one had moved away and one had gone to work. But we had a great time . For the first time the party had a theme. We did a Tacky Sock Party, and it was so much fun. The gifts were stuffed into socks.<br />
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This is a great group of family and friends. We have been through a lot together and have so much fun when we meet. </div>
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Also this month, Darbee Rae and her Daddy ran in a charity race for Bridging the Gap here in town. Darbee had been training with her Dad to run for quite a while. Stacy has entered many races but this was a first for Darbee Rae. It was a mile race and run at night. It was a Glow Run. We were so proud of them. Darbee ran the whole mile and finished in record time for her. Way to go Darbee Rae. </div>
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I also got to get away for a bit with my gambling friends. We went to Ala. to try our luck at the Casino. We had a great time but no jack pots for me. Was a fun trip and we got to stay in a wonderful suite. Making memories with some great friends.</div>
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And of course in between these fun times there had to be some baking going on. I was so excited when Jane shared some fresh eggs with me. Just love those big brown ones when I am baking. </div>
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I was so thankful I made my divinity a little early. If you make this candy you know it has to be a dry not rainy day, and NO humidity. As much rain as we have had so close to the holidays, it would have been impossible to make. </div>
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I had lots of help baking this Christmas season. Darbee came home with us after church one Sunday and we baked all afternoon. Move over Martha Stewart. </div>
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On December 13, Stacy and Holly celebrated their 12th wedding anniversary. We were sitting in church in between Sunday School and the morning worship service and Holly mentioned going to Pigeon Forge for the night and to do some shopping for their anniversary. What did we do? Just that. As soon as service was over we did a quick packing and we were all on our way. It was a quick trip, but we had a great time. Mr.P. and I came home early but the kids got in a little more shopping.</div>
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Monday morning after that quick trip I had decided to stay home and chill out in my p.j.'s. But I got an exciting text from our local jewelry store. I had won their Christmas give away. I was so excited. I won this gold Power of Prayer bracelet. I didn't waste time getting dressed and going to pick it up. Merry Christmas to me. </div>
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And of course there have been family gatherings and gift exchanges and this Nana is wore out!! It is a tradition to spend the night with Darbee Rae and be there when she wakes on Christmas morning to see what Santa has left. Well this year was a little different. My little granddaughter is growing up and there will be no more visits from Santa. But we still stayed over and Christmas morning was an exciting time for her anyway. </div>
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Thank you so much for stopping by to visit. Hope you had not been bored, but wanted to catch you up on life at the home place. I will leave you with a few photos of Christmas here at home. Wishing all of you a very Happy New Year</div>
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Angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17994753291659176298noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4796604365803854908.post-53999290649383210342015-11-16T15:52:00.000-08:002015-11-16T15:52:55.057-08:00Time Flies When You Are Having FunGood evening friends. It is so good to be blogging again. I have tried to keep up visiting with those of you who still blog, but just haven't been still long enough to invite you over. It is so hard to believe it has been almost 3 months since we visited. I have got to work on my Southern hospitality. Shame on me. <br />
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So, grab a cup of your favorite drink and a snack and let's try and catch up. When we last visited , we were getting ready for our Labor Day craft show. Well it was a very good show again this year, however it was bittersweet. The precious couple who have hosted this show for over 25 years were not as visible this year. The mister was going through treatments for cancer. Also many of the regular vendors were having battles of their own and were not there this year. We are keeping them all in our prayers. <br />
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The day after our show we began our annual trip to Berlin, Ohio to Amish country. Usually it is just the Mister and myself but this year Holly and Darbee Rae went along with us. It was their first time in Ohio. We found some really neat shops on our way. These were in West Virginia. Got some great goodies. <br />
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Finally, we arrived in Ohio. Darbee Rae was so excited to see the Amish, and the horse and buggies.</div>
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While we were in the country site seeing we came upon an Amish auction. This was a first for all of us. So neat. There was buggies and bicycles everywhere. And it was raining and cold too. </div>
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Teresa was so nice and we also met her niece who was helping in the shop. Teresa took us on a tour of her home and I must say I was in heaven. Like a dream come true. It was beautiful and all of her accessories were amazing. I got several goodies in her shop. This was one of my favorite. The little writing box and feather pen.</div>
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Teresa was kind enough to let us take pictures around the farm. Holly got some great ones of Darbee and then we had to get one too. So sorry, but when we got back into the shop, Teresa was taking another couple through her home so we didn't get a picture with her. But if you ever get a chance you won't be disappointed visiting her shop. </div>
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It was the neatest shop and the owner was so nice. We had such a good visit with her and found some really neat fall goodies. She also had Sweet Annie bundles she had just harvested. Smelled wonderful. She was getting ready for the show with Dawn from Holly Hills, Michigan. Small world huh?</div>
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Oh well, there is too much more to share from our Ohio trip, but it was a fun and wonderful trip. Two weeks home and one of my best friends from TN, called and she and her hubby were coming to be here for my October birthday. The big 60!! SSHHH,, don't tell anyone, but I am getting old. I was so excited. No,,,, we don't ever think to get a picture, but I have one from a past visit. You all know Dimple and Roger by now. It was so much fun. We ate, swapped patterns, shopped, ate, gossiped,, and did I already say ate??{giggle}. Spending time with friends is always the best.</div>
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October is always a busy month as we have so many birthdays. Darbee also had her 8th birthday celebration. And so did her Papa and her Mommy. On the same day!! Kathy also celebrated her birthday this month. We all took her out to lunch,</div>
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We celebrated Mr. P. and Holly's with supper at Texas Roadhouse.</div>
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Are you beginning to understand why I have been missing for so long? Hehe,,, lots of fun stuff going on. </div>
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I was also blessed to go to the presentation of Disney on Ice with the girls in October.</div>
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And finally last weekend Mr. P. and I rode up to TN. to the Smokey Mts. to see the leaves and do a little prim shopping. We were shocked at how crowded it was. Always fun to get away even for a short time. </div>
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Well I sincerely hope all of you are still with me as this has been an extra long post. But now we are all caught up. I am going to do my best to check in more often in the future.. I know the busiest season of all is fast approaching us, but it's one of my favorite times of the year. I already have my trees up and all decorated inside. Little too early for outside yet. </div>
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Angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17994753291659176298noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4796604365803854908.post-66798818321051044962015-08-05T19:59:00.001-07:002015-08-05T19:59:52.541-07:00Visitors in the Guest RoomWell July just seemed to disappear and already we are coming to the end of the first week of August. July was such a busy month, beginning with the 4th celebrations. Then our anniversary and the surprise trip to TN, that the mister surprised me with. There was a week spent at the pool with the girls, {a treat for myself} and a trip to the city for Holly to attend the Southeast Homeschool Expo. Going into the city is always a fun trip for me because I don't drive downtown Atla. We had a great time and we had lunch at the Cheesecake Factory. I had never eaten there so it was a fun experience. The restaurant was beautiful. Loved the painting on the ceiling.<br />
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Spending time with these girls and you never know what to expect. Always a good day. <br />
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As most of you, I find myself asking the question where has summer gone? Although the calendar has turned over a new page and fall is creeping up on us, here in the south we have a few more months of hot summer days to enjoy . Maybe I should say for the Mister to enjoy. I so love cooler fall weather and even winter days. <br />
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Love this basket of flowers. Mr. P. is so good with plants. Me,,,,, we won't go there. </div>
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Before we meet the visitors in the guest room, I will share another unexpected guest that showed up in my great room. </div>
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Do you want to take a guess as to what is hidden under the bowl ? No, thank goodness it is not a snake,,, but a lizard!!! Almost as bad. I hate those things. Of course Mr. P. was at work, and this was all I knew to do to confine it until he came home. Ugh,,, snakes, spiders, lizards, bugs, all are on my do not like list!!!</div>
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Okay, as you know we do our only craft show Labor Day weekend. It is a 3 day show and I have worked on my goodies all year. It has been nice to have items made in advance, however as the date comes closer I work harder than ever to get more things made. This is where I spend most of my days. </div>
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I have quite a few new patterns from various artists to make this year and I have to say it has been fun. Our guest room is right across the hall from my craft room,,, so it has many visitors hanging out until time for the show. The witches and cats are trying to rule the room.</div>
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The Jacks are trying to look just as scary as to put their claim on their space on the bed. {giggle}</div>
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The scarecrows decided it wasn't worth the fight , so they just found a crate and decided to wait it out. As did the pumpkin men, candy corn, and many other fall items. </div>
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First let me tell you I am not telling this to brag, but to let you all know just how thankful I am. Guess I could have titled this post as "Thankful Tuesday." Our anniversary was yestesday, July 13. Mr. P. and I have been married for 42 wonderful years. However our celebrating started a little early. On Thursday after work, we drove the 2 hour drive to Alabama to the Casino. I love to play slots, and Mr. P. being the great man he is was taking me as part of the celebration.. He is so good because he doesn't like to gamble so he just sits beside me or stands behind and watches. I didn't get rich but played a long time. You know we are not young anymore, but being out until 4 in the morning was really quite nice. We had some good long conversations on the ride home so early in the morning. We went out for supper on Friday night , and on Saturday we just stayed around home.<br />
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We met the girls on Saturday evening and went for a swim. Let me say, I had not been in a pool in over 20 years. As you know I have had some serious health problems in the last few years and it was just not possible. But not Saturday night. I got in the pool and really surprised myself that I could still swim and float. It was a wonderful evening with family. <br />
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Mr. P. told me on Saturday evening , he had plans for Sunday. That was all the information he would share with me. He set the alarm on Saturday night and wouldn't tell me what time we were getting out of bed. I had no idea what he was up to. Let me say here, you all know I dearly love this man. He is wonderful, BUT not one to do something on a whim. He thinks, plans, and plans some more before doing anything. And as good as he is I would not consider him a true romantic. So,,, back to the story. We get up and I go into the bathroom and get dressed. I come out and put on my make up, and he is just waiting around for me to get ready. Still will not give me a clue as to what is about to take place. He does tell me I will need my water bottle. So I assumed as hot as the weather has been here, we were going to a flea market or something out doors. UGH!! I was thinking he knows I don't like heat.... <br />
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About 10 miles up the road right before getting on the interstate he tells me he is taking me to Pigeon Forge, TN. for dinner. Now mind you that is about a 5 hour drive from home. I was so shocked, I started to cry. All this way for supper???? Yes, he is a wonderful man, but I was blown away. This man that never does anything on impulse. But you haven't heard anything..... I said, we don't have clothes... His reply was you have what you need. He had slipped and packed a bag while I was getting dressed. This man, who I don't give credit for remembering his name on a good day, had everything we needed for the night. Even down to my make up, phone chargers and what was so sweet,,, my book I read each night before turning in to bed. All without me knowing anything was going on at all. A few hours up the road, he also told me we had a picnic lunch and a cooler of drinks. Now do you see why I love this man so much??? And why we had such an amazing weekend? And just look. Men even know how to pack. Not even a piece of luggage!! I could have never left home even for one night with such a small bag. {smile}<br />
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He has always made our anniversary a special one. Gold bracelets, flowers, perfume, etc. but the fact that he did all of this made this one so very special to my heart. We had a wonderful meal at Cheddars. Love that place and we don't have one close to home. Yes their steak and chicken, baked potato, broccoli casserole, and that delicious sweet bourbon glaze for dipping is what we drove 5 hours to have for dinner<br />
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We shopped at our favorite shops for the remainder of the day . We also toured some of the roads less traveled. I just love the back roads and curvy roads around the mountains. And of course we had to take coffee and a late night snack back to the hotel room with us. Love this place as well. <br />
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Okay, now back to reality. July has been a busy one. We always look forward to summer as winter can sometime seem so long, however summer seems to be so busy. Trying to get in all we can before once again fall approaches. We had not had a yard sale in some time, and with Holly and Stacy hoping to sell their house soon, we decided now was the time. You know, they can be so much trouble. We always have it at Holly's because she is in town and I have to say I was impressed with all the people and with the sales. We had a wonderful Saturday and a lot of items sold.<br />
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Well, today is my Monday since the mister was off and we were out of town yesterday, so back to the craft room and getting things done for the craft show in September. Time is passing by and I still have so much work to do. <br />
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Thanks to all of you who stop by to visit. If you comment and I don't respond, I am not getting all the comments through my e mail. Don't know what to do about it. But I do enjoy your comments and thanks for visiting. You are all special to me. Until next time. Angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17994753291659176298noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4796604365803854908.post-88744528849649466272015-06-16T19:15:00.001-07:002015-06-16T19:15:52.288-07:00FriendsHello friends. Hope your week has gotten off to a great start. Here at the home place things couldn't be much better. And for that reason I chose to visit with you again so soon. <br />
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Today has been a wonderful day as I was in the midst of some great friends. We have been slack about getting together as life has been busy for us all, however we all made time to come together today here at the home place for lunch. You have met all of the ladies before so no introduction is needed We have cried, laughed, shared secrets, and have eaten more hot wings together than even I like to admit. Good friends are hard to come by these days, and I count my blessings to have them in my life. <br />
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Lynn is one of the newest friends to join in our little gatherings. As you remember I did a post about this special lady a while back. We became friends 7 years ago when Mother was admitted into the nursing home. This lady was such a special nurse to my Mother. I am sure it wasn't an easy job sometime as Mother could get rowdy.<br />
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And the list of food continues,,,Fried chicken, okra, potato salad, deviled eggs, sub sandwiches ,and sausage appetizers. Have I made you hungry yet?? You just never know what all these ladies are bringing when we spend the afternoon together. We have lunch, the congregate in the great room, and talk and then later, we all snack again. Why not just make a day of it, and we do!! There was plenty left over , wish you all had some. Mr. P. ate good when he came in this evening. </div>
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You have visited with me by way of the front porch, we have even sat there and chatted sipping on lemonade, and also thru the back door and straight into the heart of the home the kitchen. However, I am bringing you in a different way this evening. By way of our new deck. You got a brief view of the deck in the last post. And I must say when I showed the huge plant on the deck, I called it a pregnant onion. Mr. P. informed me when he read the blog, I was so wrong. It is a ponytail plant. Sorry, I am not to good with plants and names. After our new windows and slider was installed, my mister got busy and built us a deck. <br />
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It's a perfect spot to sit and have coffee in the early morning. </div>
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It's not a big deck but you might wonder why I am so proud of it. Let me share with you a picture of the same area before our renovations began.</div>
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Such a big difference, huh? Most of the work was done when we were getting sooo much rain, so when Mr. P. transplanted the plants they never knew they had been moved. Okay, enough about the deck. We would sit out here and visit but it has been quite muggy and hot here in West Central Georgia this week, so let's step on inside.</div>
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When we last visited , if you remember I was not pleased with the area where the piano once sat. Well after several attempts at decorating that space, I have finally found something I am pleased with. </div>
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We got this old dresser from an estate sale, and it has been in the barn for a year or so. Our plans are to have it in the bathroom as a vanity. We have the large old mirror that goes on the back. But until that day comes, it has a new home and purpose here. I now have my reading nook and more storage. What do you think?</div>
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Now lets catch up. Hope you all are enjoying your Spring. It just seems to be going by so fast. The end of April, Mr. P. and I took a trip. Our first stop was on the outskirts of Nashville to the Country Living Fair. It was a first for me and I have to say it was wonderful. The weather was great and comfortable. Although I had blisters on my feet from all the walking, But I was not disappointed. Here are a few pictures I will share with you,.</div>
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I just loved the sheep cut outs. They looked so real. Would have loved one of them for my yard. I will definitely be on the look out when the fair comes to Atlanta. </div>
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We went on up to Dover, TN, where we stayed a few days with our friends. They took us over into KY, We had such a good time junking and antique shopping. Got lots of goodies and I am still playing with them to get them just where I want them. </div>
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Also this Spring, we went to our first pasture sale. It had rained all week, so parking was a mess as you could not park in the field and it was quite muddy, but we still had fun. </div>
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Most of the set ups had vintage and farmhouse items, but I can always find something calling my name to bring home with me. It was a neat experience. We don't have many sales like this here in our parts. In fact this was only the second year for this one. I hope it will become an annual event. </div>
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The first weekend in May, we went to the annual Cotton Pickin Festival here in Gay, GA. It is the biggest craft show around here. We love it and Mr. P. sales to several exhibitors that set up there. So we always go and visit with them. Caught PaPa explaining all about cotton to Darbee Rae. </div>
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And then there was Memorial Day weekend. We celebrated all weekend. On Friday night we had a cook out at Holly and Stacys. Was wonderful being with family and as usual it ended with a fire and roasting marshmellows. </div>
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On Sunday afternoon, everyone came here and we grilled again. It was so much fun just spending time together. I am so blessed even though we have such a small family. I always miss my Daddy when we have a gathering. He always enjoyed it so much. Caught a picture of a few of the family hanging out on the front porch before everyone arrived. Mr. P. had his coffee and everyone was reading the paper. A perfect Sunday afternoon. </div>
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I am so excited to tell you I am beginning to love cross stitch. Nothing hard and complicated, however I am so enjoying all the free patterns I am finding on Pinterest and blogs. I have finished these two pinkeeps but don't have a clue whose patterns they are. However I am so thankful to those who are so talented and share with us.</div>
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This one took me forever. I still have to finish it off but love it. </div>
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I am still working on Fall /Christmas in the craft room. It feels so good to be ahead of the game for the show in September. And so much more fun creating when I am not rushed and in a hurry. </div>
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Last week, I played in the kitchen one full day. Those that know me well, know I love to cook sweets, but hate to prepare a meal. So,,, this is a sample of what I did. </div>
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This was a recipe I found on Facebook for a Fresh Strawberry Roll Cake. I was scared, but it turned out perfect. I really think the longer it sat in the fridge, the better it was. I will definitely make this again. It rolled and cut beautifully.</div>
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And these were little individual lemon pies. Our neighbor was in a bad wreck almost a month ago, and had just come home from the hospital. I did force myself to cook supper for the mister to take to them and several of these pies. I have also made chocolate pies this way and they were a big hit. </div>
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So,,, hope you have enjoyed your visit with me. And I haven't bored you too much. I will leave you with a recent picture of Darbee Rae. She is getting so tall and growing up so fast. Looking forward to a fun summer with my girls. Hoping you have a great summer planned with family and friends. We will talk again soon, I promise. </div>
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Remember in my last post, Mr. P. was getting rid of my piano. Well,, I had such big ideas for the area where the piano had called home for too many years. As soon as all the parts were gone, cleaning had been done, the floor shined, I began to play out the vision I had for the area. And then in steps REALITY. It was not working. Okay Angela, you are tired,,,, walk away until the next day, and so I did. Still not working. <br />
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I had so hoped to have a comfy chair, table, and to make this space into a reading nook. A place of my own where I could read my daily devotional, my wonderful Amish books, and just be ME. Nope, as of now that is not going to happen. Nothing I tried seem to turn out as I had it pictured in my mind. So .... as of now, this is what I have done. The little chair on the wall will not be staying however, I had a nail there and until I am completely happy with the area, I will not put anything on that wall.<br />
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So what does this beautiful Saturday morning find all of you doing? I haven't shared a picture of our new deck with you , Here is a sneak peak through the new slider doors.</div>
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Thought you might like to see our "huge" plant. This is what we call a "pregnant onion". I really don't know the real name of it. A couple of friends gave it to us over 30 years ago as a small plant to sit on our pool deck. And look at it now. It weighs a ton!!</div>
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And this is where you will find me this morning. Yes, enjoying the beautiful cool breeze and coffee with Mr. P. Hope you are spending the day with someone you love. </div>
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Angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17994753291659176298noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4796604365803854908.post-70109752225886769752015-05-09T14:21:00.000-07:002015-05-09T14:21:00.464-07:00Saying Goodbye Can Be Quite EmotionalHello friends. I know it has been a while ,,, again,,,, but life here at the home place has been rather busy and shows no signs of slowing down. Not a bad thing, just so much we are trying to get done. Hope you are all experiencing good Spring weather and are safe from storms and so much rain!! We had our share of rain for weeks on end, but now the grass could use a good watering. <br />
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April ended on a very happy note. Mr. P. got a week off from work for vacation. He surely deserved it as he has been so busy working on things around the house. But will share all that later. Today I have something more important to share with you.<br />
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I started taking piano lessons when I was in 4th grade at school. It was fun as I got out of class for 30 minutes once a week. I practiced on an old tall upright piano we had at home for years. Then on my 11th birthday my parents surprised me with a brand new piano. I continued with lessons with a private piano teacher through middle school. I loved playing the piano and began playing in church once a month as our church where Daddy pastored had Young People's Day once a month. And guess who lead in the singing. Yes, Mr. P. was just a young fellow too but he lead in the singing. . Little did I know that I would one day play for the church congregation on a regular basic.<br />
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Well after I began having so much trouble with my kidneys over a year ago, I gave up my position as I was not able to attend church regularly, and Mr. P. gave up his position also. I looked for a picture of my piano to share with you but could only find the song book that I had posted about a good while back. If you were not following me then, and choose to read about this book you can find it here.<br />
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This is the book I learned to play the church songs from and most our churches still use today. Yes, it was rather "used" and I finally had to start using a new Hymnal. Just behind the door there is where the piano has sat for many years. Holly took lessons on this piano, and I was so hoping Darbee Rae would show an interest, however she doesn't seem to care about learning to play. </div>
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Since I know longer have a need for the piano, we tried to give it to someone, anyone who might like to play it and get enjoyment out of it. But after months we had no luck. It too is heavy and takes up quite a bit of space and we could not find anyone . Because of it's weight we could not take it to good will and donate it, and the best we could do, it was making big indentions to our wood flooring in the great room. So today,,,, this is what Mr. P. is doing.</div>
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Yes, a first for him also. He is disassembling the piano right in the great room and taking it out a few pieces at a time. As he goes out with each arm full, out goes so many memories. Years of practicing when I was small, singing to my dolls, and playing church in the summer. Singing cute little songs with Holly when she was a tot, and later with Darbee Rae. She just loved singing Christmas tunes while I played. All the Saturday nights when the song leader at church would call with his list of songs for Sunday morning and off to the piano I would go to make sure I could play the songs and do a quick practice. God took him away from us years ago and Mr. P. stepped in until we gave up our positions. There were many happy times as I practiced for weddings, homecomings, and fun times, but sad times as well when I had to practice for a funeral especially of a friend or loved one, Yes, today has been a roller coaster ride for my emotions. But at this point in our life we had to let go.</div>
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Tonight as I prepare for bed, I will be going to bed in a home that no longer houses a piano. The first time in the almost 60 years of my life, I will not live in a house where there is a piano present. Life goes on, times change , and we accept life as it is, and continue on thankful for the memories. </div>
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Maybe this post should have been saved for Father's Day, however I woke with this on my mind this morning so just bear with me as I share my topic with you this morning. All of you have met Mr. P. many times here on the blog. He is my partner in life, my very best friend, and the father of our daughter Holly, and granddaughter Darbee Rae. God has blessed us with a wonderful soon to be 42 years together. Sometime we can just look at each other and know what the other one is thinking . Yes we are human, and sometime our tempers run short, we disagree, but we forgive and life goes on.<br />
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Mr. P. is one of the most driven and hard working men I know. And that is the subject of this post. As you know we have been doing some major improvements here at the home place. They started back in December with the installation of new countertops and back splash.<br />
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As the old saying goes,,,, One thing calls for another. So true. And my poor Mister has been on a roll. Next, all the old wallpaper came off the walls in the kitchen and new paint now covers the walls. Believe me this was not an easy task. <br />
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He tore out the bay window and opened up the space leading into the now new sunroom//dining room while the girls and I were on a trip to the Great Smokey Mountains. That was a huge undertaking and labor intensive. But we love the results. I have on previous blogs shared the photos for all the improvements mentioned above. <br />
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We had a new roof installed, all new windows put in to replace the old and a new slider door installed. During this time as contractors were in an out and dodging all the spring time rain we have been getting, the mister was hard at work doing improvements inside and out himself. <br />
Most of the time after working 10 hours at work, he would come in , have supper, and then get busy again until darkness ran him inside or he completely wore himself out. He tore away our old front steps and replaced them with new ones<br />
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Whew,,, don't it make you tired just seeing all the work in progress? Well, if that was not enough, this past week, he started building a deck outside of this room. The new slider just spoke to us that a deck was needed. Before there was just steps leading outside. </div>
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Of course he had some help. Darbee Rae getting a lesson on how to mix cement. {smile}</div>
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I too have been busy. With all the contractors inside doing the windows, I found a spot in my craft room and have gotten ahead for the fall show. You can see I have gotten lots done over the last month or two. HEHE,,,, now this summer I can roam more with the girls and work less,!!</div>
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Birds have been singing, and flowers are beginning to show their beautiful blooms. Signs of Spring are everywhere. And for this I am thankful. Why? Because..........</div>
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This was the way our house looked everyday for the past week. Yes, old windows torn out, and a gapping hole until the new one was quickly installed. Had it been really cold, the house would have been miserable. But thankfully with the warmer temps. it went smoothly, The old black windows are now gone, ,,</div>
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I was most excited to be getting new windows in the sunroom/dining room as the windows out there was just single pane glass. And wouldn't you know it,,,, the window company that was making the windows made and sent our contractor the wrong size windows. They didn't realize it until Monday just before removing the old windows. AND the new slider door did not get ordered. So we had already taken down blinds, curtains, etc, for the windows to be installed. This is the way it looks now.</div>
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They put a rush on the windows and a special delivery so this time next week if the weather is good we should have all new windows and this part of our home improvements should be done. Slowly but surely we are marking things off our to do list. Week before last we got the new roof on so that is two major projects done. Oh,, but there are so many more projects on the horizon. I just love all these lists. Do you like to have lots going on around your home place??</div>
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It always seem with warmer weather on the way, we want to spruce up this old home place. So thankful Mr. P. is such a good handy man and not scared to tackle a home project. </div>
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All of my prayer warriors please remember Darbee Rae in your prayers. She is having some digestive issues and we are waiting on test results. She was so excited to spend the day with me today and was so pitiful when she got here and had an attack and didn't feel like staying. All you Grandma's know how it makes us feel when our grands are not feeling well. </div>
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Once she got to feeling better we played with Beanie Boos all afternoon. Guess that was more fun than working on Santa ornaments anyway. Yes, getting an early start for my fall show. But they are too cute. Can't wait to share them with you. I know,,,, should be working on rabbits but I only do one show and it is in the fall,. </div>
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Most of you know Mr. P. has a wood working shop. So naturally he uses a good number of table saw blades. He gives all the old blades to a co worker who paints scenery and such on them. Last week his friend gifted him with such a blade. Thought he did a great job. <br />
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Last Monday supplies were delivered to the house for the next phase of our home improvements. </div>
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Since we had "liquid snow" aka RAIN, they had to unload the materials close to the road as the yard was too soft for the big truck. YIKES!! I was so scared it would get stolen since the rain and bad weather delayed the project several days. </div>
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But eventually the work began and we are now the proud owners of a new roof. This picture was at the end of the day before it was quite finished and the clean up had begun. Looks kind of yuk, huh?</div>
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Come Spring we have plans to put in new steps, and change the colors on the shutters. Oh,, and as soon as our contractor can get caught up from last week's rain, all of our new windows are in and they will begin installing them. Keeping my fingers crossed it will be soon. Not looking to promising as the weather forecast for all next week is rain. </div>
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Mr.P. is planning on retiring within the next few years, so he has decided to make all these improvements before retirement. I am so thankful that he takes pride in our home and wants to keep it in good condition. Also thankful that he had the roof done before leaks appeared and would ruin the inside ceilings. Especially with all the rain we have had. </div>
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Now for less work and more fun. The mister was working in the shop on Saturday so I placed a call to my gambling friend to see if she wanted to go have some fun. We left around lunch and drove to our nearest Casino in Alabama for an evening of fun.</div>
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The hotel had no vacancy so her casino host gave us free dinner at the Steakhouse inside the Casino. Can I say fancy? Oh how I could get use to this lifestyle. Now some of you may be use to restaurants this nice, but around here Texas Roadhouse is about as nice as we get. </div>
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Of course we had to have reservations. Upon entering the restaurant, the waitress unfolded our napkins and place them in our laps. {oh yes} First indication this place was wonderful.</div>
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We got our basket of bread,,, not just hot rolls, but 5 different kinds of bread. Pick and choose. Our menus were placed in front of us and here is a small sample of the prices. Hope you can see to read them. </div>
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Yes, I ordered a $42 steak, with two sides that were $8 each. Oh, and a wonderful salad. Forgot the price of it. Also had appetizers as well. Are you jealous yet? This was a once in a lifetime dinner but oh so much fun. And it was also delicious!! Especially since it was free!!</div>
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Now I know I am a little bit country, but not too backward { I didn't think} but I had no idea!!!!Do you?? It was sherbet and if you chose she had a little pitcher with champagne to pour over it. Do you know it's purpose?? To clean our palette and cleanse our taste buds before our main course!! Yes, I had never!! But now I have. {smile}</div>
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Our steaks were brought out on a cloth covered cart with the silver domes. You know like you see on T.V. Once they were placed in front of us, our waitress brought out the steak knives in a wooden box lined with velvet and we chose our knife. Really?</div>
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We were also glad that Jane's daughter Angie came down and joined us for dinner and played a while in the Casino.</div>
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We played all night long, won a little and lost a lot and arrived home safely early this morning. What a fun Saturday night. Wonder could Mr. P. beat this on a Friday Date Night?? I really doubt it. Friends are wonderful, huh?</div>
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One more thing before I leave you. A couple of weeks ago, I was honored to attend the circus with Darbee Rae's home school group. It was downtown Atlanta. I had not been to a circus since I was in fifth grade in grammar school. Oh my, what fun we had. Just had to share a few photos. I felt like a child again!!</div>
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When we last visited we were in the process of tearing out the bay window and opening up the sunroom/dining room into the kitchen. The before pictures are on my last post. Here is the results of lots of hard work for the Mister. Looking out into my new dining room.<br />
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All the wallpaper gone , walls sanded, and new paint. Love the color.</div>
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Yep, kinda boring \it has been until Thursday. My day started out normal. Well, let me explain. I did get out of bed on the same side I have gotten out on for over 30 years. That was the extent of normal. I fixed my coffee and was peacefully sitting in the great room , ready to visit with all of you and thought I heard the door bell ring. Being that I was in my pajamas, I jumped up and spilled my whole cup of coffee all over me,. UGH,,,, just the beginning.<br />
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The night before Mr. P. was trying to fix my dusting spray because he had dropped it and broken the top. Showing me it would spray anyway,,,, he got it on the hardwood floor. Before work he had told me how slick the floor was and to be careful. Know where this is heading huh? Well, I did remember and with sock feet entered the great room with care, Yes, I remembered the first time,,. Later in the morning went be-bopping in there and forgot and down I went. With quite a bang I might add. . Before I could get up, blood was flowing everywhere. I busted my knuckle, bent my ring into my finger and cut it badly, skinned my wrist on both arms, and have a huge bruise on my upper arm. Not to mention the knot on the hip I fell on with all my weight. And I am not a little person!!! I am so thankful that nothing was broken. For a minute I wasn't sure I hadn't. Needless to say the Mister got a phone call from me at work. Don't you think it was his fault? {smile} This is a picture after a few days , Looking better already.<br />
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But the day was not all bad. Sitting there on the sofa feeling sorry for myself and the mail lady delivered a package. It was for Darbee Rae so the girls came after school to see what she had. As you know there seems to be a decline here on blogger. Just not as many folks posting as there use to be. But we have met and made some wonderful friends since I started blogging a few years back. The package for Darbee was from one such friend who has a daughter close to Darbee Rae's age. Since Darbee lives too far away to attend her birthday party, she shared goodies the guest received at Kaylee's party with Darbee.. Even the cutest p.j.'s. Darbee had to put them on right away.<br />
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There was also a Valentine book and candy and too many more goodies to name, and being the wonderful giving person she is our friend included a gift for Holly and myself. We both got these sweet sheep, and a heart from an old quilt with a pocket and a little mice in it, That mice looks almost too real for comfort. Thank you Angie and Kaylee. You don't know how I needed a little surprise to lift my spirits. It couldn't have come at a better time. <br />
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Last night was date night for the Mister and myself. We did go out to eat, but being that I am still so sore from the fall, we just came back for a quite evening at home.<br />
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We woke this morning with beautiful sunshine streaming through our bedroom windows. We went into town for breakfast and are back home now to try and do something constructive with our day. The Mister is off to work on orders in the workshop and I will piddle in the craft room. <br />
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Wishing all of you a wonderful weekend. Hope despite the weather you all have a warm cozy feeling in your hearts. Until next time......Angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17994753291659176298noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4796604365803854908.post-85794005426763244272015-01-19T12:32:00.001-08:002015-01-19T12:32:51.363-08:00A Little Road Trip and Home to THIS.......Another January Monday. Time is swiftly moving along in the New Year. Over half the month gone already. Hope today finds sunshine in your world. Finally yesterday the sun decided to show itself after a whole week of fog, rain, and clouds. <br />
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On Friday, Holly, Darbee Rae and I decided on a girls trip for the weekend. We left out well before day light for a weekend of shopping in Pigeon Forge, TN. About a 5 hour drive and we wanted to get there early enough to start our shopping of Friday<br />
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Once the kitchen is back in order, I will use it to display my grandmother's old pie/cake pans. I am so blessed to have these pans. I remember as a child watching her bake cake layers in them. I would beg her to let me stir the batter and she never would. Said it would make the cake layers fall if two people baked them instead of one person. Have you ever heard that??</div>
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On Dec 29th Darbee Rae had her tonsils out. She was a real trooper. I rode in for the surgery with them. She was a little nervous but still had that sweet smile. <br />
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But those were the last smiles we saw from her for quite awhile. So thankful after a couple of weeks, she is back to her bouncy, smiling self again. <br />
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As soon as the holidays were over Mr. P. decided it was time to resume work in the kitchen. So the next job on the list was to strip all the wallpaper from the eating area . What a job it has been. Two layers at that!!! We will be painting this go round....no Mr. P. will be painting this go round. I love the look of wallpaper but after this ordeal our home will be wallpaper free. So much easier to just paint. <br />
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After service yesterday Darbee Rae decided to come home and spend the afternoon with us. We played with play-doh, her zelfs she got for Christmas, mixed paint,,,,,, <br />
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and then she decided she was going to strip wallpaper like Papa. When she saw the old mauve and blue pattern wallpaper under the current gold, she said," Nana, I can't believe this was ever popular". This just did not look like something Nana would have liked. Oh if this child just knew all the phases we go through in our homes over the years. Like the last 36 years! {hehe}<br />
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Today was another fun day. Every year we go out to lunch to celebrate two of our special friends. Doesn't seem right to say friends, these girls are like family. We all have gone through so much together. We have laughed, cried, and been there for each other and our families for more years than I want to tell you. Might just figure out how OLD we all are!!{smile} After a delicious lunch we went to a new cupcake shop in town {Smallcakes Cupcakery } The birthday girls. By the way they are sisters, can't you tell. Happy Birthday Jane and Beverly.</div>
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After a fun day, I came home with a bucket full of fresh eggs from Jane. I have never seen eggs so brown and big. I can just smell a fresh pound cake in the next few days. I just love cooking cakes with fresh brown eggs. Reminds me of my grandmother and her pound cakes. Thank you Jane. </div>
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As far as crafting,,, well I have been slow getting back in the groove of things. Since I only have one show a year that we do and it is in September, I usually find myself struggling in late June, July, and August to get things made and ready. I sell fall and Christmas items more than everyday crafts. This year once Christmas patterns started showing up on the internet, I got many new patterns and I am so excited to try them. So I have made a promise to myself to work two days a week on items for my show all during the year. So far this month I have held true to my promise to myself. Most of you are working toward Valentine and Easter and here I am playing with reindeer!!!{smile} But I do have a few rabbit patterns I want to make for myself. I just love decorating with rabbits here at the home place. Hopefully all our home improvements for the inside will be done by then. <br />
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There have been no prim shopping trips for this old girl either. But I feel one is on the horizon. Think we need to go on a girl's trip and celebrate Darbee Rae's recovery! In fact , it almost happened this weekend and then we thought different. So stay tuned and see what we will be up to next time. <br />
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Thanks for stopping by to visit. Can't wait to hear from all of you. Don't forget to say hi so I will know you stopped by.<br />
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Have a wonderful and blessed week. Until next time. <br />
<br />Angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17994753291659176298noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4796604365803854908.post-46921106984778536352014-12-23T17:48:00.000-08:002014-12-23T17:48:02.540-08:00Merry Christmas Part 2Merry Christmas to all my friends and followers. Hope you have a wonderful holiday. Stay safe and remember Jesus is the Reason for the Season. You all have a special place in my heart. Looking forward to visiting with you in the New Year.<br />
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Leaving you today with more photos of the home place. Too soon all the Christmas decorations will be packed away for another year. Lots of photos. Hope you enjoy visiting with us this Christmas.<br />
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Remember the old stroller? It was a surprise Christmas gift from Mr. P. last year.</div>
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So even though tonight is date night, I chose to stay home and visit with you. I even cooked our supper. Sure hope Santa remembers how good I am to him and rewards me in a few days. {smile} After surprising me with a little trip last week on date night, thought I would be nice and snuggle in this week. <br />
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So being that time is going by so fast, and it won't be possible to have each of you over personally, thought the next best thing would be to visit with me through cyber space. Everyone comes around back so just get on out and come in through the carport.<br />
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I'll open the door for you. All our good friends enter through the back. And we all have been friends for quite some time now. You are all special to me.</div>
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You all have followed along as we are in the middle of remodeling the kitchen. Things are on hold until after the holidays,,,,,BUT,,,, Mr. P. has nine days off. Oh my, couldn't we accomplish a lot in those off days? We will just have to wait and see. But as of now, counters are done, back splash done, new hardware done, and new swags are hung. We have plans to re do the soffits and refinish the cabinets. But,, I just couldn't wait that long to have you visit. It is what it is.</div>
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Well I hope you have enjoyed visiting with me in the kitchen. On Wednesday all us crazies got together for our annual Christmas Lunch. This year we went to a local restaurant for lunch. We were so blessed to have a new friend join us this year. You met Lynn in a previous post. </div>
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After a delicious lunch most of the girls came back here for dessert and a fun afternoon. We exchanged gifts, ate, and ate some more. Isn't it just wonderful to have such good friends who seem closer than family? </div>
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But before we say goodnight, I have to show you another visitor we had on party day. Darbee Rae and I walked in the kitchen and look who was helping himself to the food.</div>
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Yes,, Wilbur had opened the chips, grabbed a cookie and was making himself right at home. BUT,,, oh the difference a few days can make. I got a call this morning and one little girl has decided elves are stuffed animals and can not fly. Oh sometime kids just grow up too fast. But this Nana assured her Wilbur will be around for a long time. And I bet he will still be up to his mischief. </div>
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Since we talked this Nana has been one more busy lady. Unlike so many of you who are trying so hard to get orders finished, doing your last of the season shows, and making gifts for a special some one on your list,,,,I have been busy doing things that are fun and not always things I should be getting done. <br />
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Our kitchen is on hold now until after the holidays, { I think }. The counter tops are finished, the sink in and the bead board back splash is done. We still have to re do the soffit and then strip wallpaper on the other side where we have most of our meals,, just the two of us. But for now I am pleased. <br />
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I have been busy yet again baking and getting my sweets ready for more entertaining and for our Christmas holidays.<br />
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The caramel one,,, we couldn't resist. I am so sorry, I should have offered you a slice. There is still a little bit left and you are welcome to it if you like. Thank you Betty Crowe. I could just eat all the icing and leave the cake. </div>
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When we last talked, we were having Mr. P's family over for food and fun. It went great. We had 15 folks scattered throughout the house. First time ever, we have had all of them over together for the holiday and we have been married 41 years/ I know, that is a shame. We do all get together for Christmas but always at his brother's house since his Mom is in the nursing home. We will still be doing that soon.<br />
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On Friday, I was so blessed to go with Holly and Darbee Rae and another friend of Holly's and her daughter to see Madeline's Christmas . We had reservations through the Home School Group. It was such a cute play and the actors were amazing.<br />
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I am such a lucky Nana for them to want me to tag along, and to be able to go and enjoy things this year. We had lunch at a new place we had never visited before. Don't you just love doing that? It was delicious and such a neat place. It was called The Boxcar Café.</div>
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While we were having lunch Mr. P. called and just kidding I ask could we take a weekend trip? He just said hmmmmm,,, we will talk about it when you get home. So,,, what is an outing with out a little shopping. We found the neatest little shop and picked up a few Christmas gifts. This phone booth was on display and the girls had never seen one. Darbee Rae thought it was so cool.</div>
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It was such a fun outing, however my day was no where near over. I arrived home around 4 o'clock and Mr. P was out blowing leaves from the lawn. I went inside and almost passed out. He had the luggage on the bed and had his clothes packed for a weekend trip already. Now this man never packs his clothing for a trip. I was tickled pink. I hurriedly packed my items and we were on our way. Leaving late in the afternoon and driving for 5 hours for our destination is so not Mr.P. I was truly like a little girl at Christmas. </div>
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We had a wonderful weekend of shopping and just being!!!Did I buy lots of Christmas gifts? Ugh, NO. Just couldn't find much for those on my list, however found a few things for myself!! Do you ever do that? So,,,, I still have a little shopping to do for family. </div>
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Well I have really enjoyed you visiting with me today.. Hope I haven't bored you to much. Wishing all of you a wonderful week ahead. Let's not get to busy nor have too much fun not to remember the Reason for the Season, and for those who have things going on in their lives during this season. We have a wonderful friend who is very sick. Please remember him and his wife in your prayers. </div>
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Angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17994753291659176298noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4796604365803854908.post-55273224772794344782014-12-07T15:45:00.000-08:002014-12-07T15:45:35.163-08:00Remodeling during the Holidays??? Only at the Home PlaceGood evening friends. Things have been rather busy here at the home place. As you know Mr. P. works really hard at his job and right now is working 6 days a week and 5 of those days 10 hour shifts. During the early Spring and Summer all his free time is spent in the shop getting ready for the 3 day show we do in September. So,,, during the fall and winter after the show is done we try and get in all the home improvements we can. This year however work has slowed down that process greatly. Don't get me wrong we are so thankful for his job. We could not survive without it and are so blessed he has a job locally and does not have to travel. <br />
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With all that said,,,, we ordered new counter tops for the first stage of our kitchen remodel. They were scheduled to be installed before Thanksgiving. Well,,, that didn't happen and were here the day after Thanksgiving. Well you know what a big shopping day that is. Never the less,,, we now have new counter tops and I love my cast iron Kohler deep sink. <br />
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Yes, I am going to have a bead board backsplash. You can also see the new counter tops here. I am so proud of them. BUT,,, remember it is the holidays AND we are having our first get together tomorrow night, Yes,, you heard right. Moldings still have to go up and it has to be painted. Do I work well under pressure????? No way, I need Xanax already. As I type the fridge is out in the middle of the floor, island is moved,,, and the eat in part of the kitchen is a disaster. Will we get it done before supper tomorrow night? I will definitely let you know. If not,,,,, so be it. At least this party is family. They SHOULD understand. </div>
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I told you in my last two post we were making changes. Well we have managed to complete two major ones on our wish list. You have visited my sun room many times. It has always been a room we rarely used, but when we had central air and heat installed this summer, we had it put in that room as well making it much more comfortable in ALL seasons. So you know how we lay in the bed and dream up ideas when we can't sleep? Well I think I had a good idea in the early morning hours. We turned the sun room,from this...</div>
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Angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17994753291659176298noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4796604365803854908.post-55569350211423176322014-11-14T18:10:00.001-08:002014-11-14T18:10:55.116-08:00What A Fun Day and a little Christmas inspirationGood evening friends. Yes, don't faint,,, I know after a long absence I am posting 2 days in a row. Well, I just had to stop by and share my wonderful day with you. When Holly and I heard our weather forecast for today we decided as it was going to be cold all day, and it was Friday, we were going to do something fun and Christmas like. So our adventure started rather early this morning. And believe me it was COLD. <br />
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Holly, Darbee Rae and I were heading to the big city and going to ride The Pink Pig. For those of you who are not familiar with the "Pig" it is a tradition for most of us around and about Atlanta. It debuted in the 1950's as a holiday ride at our Rich's in downtown Atlanta. It has since changed locations and is now at Macy's at Lenox Square Mall. Portions of the proceeds from the ticket sales goes to benefit Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. <br />
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Although it has been in existence for many years, I had never rode the pig. Holly did as a child and she and Darbee Rae have ridden it many times. Darbee was so excited to have her Mommy and me ride with her. Yes, it was magical and I felt like a child again. Seeing things through the eyes of a child. Nothing better to get you in the mood for the holiday.<br />
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We had so much fun and now I can say I too have rode Priscilla the Pink Pig. We were so excited to then shop in the mall. I had never shopped in a Pottery Barn although I have looked through their catalog many times. Oh my,,,,,, I was so blown away . Thought I would share some of the tablescapes with you,. They were beautiful.</div>
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Of course Darbee Rae had to shop in Pottery Barn Kids. Yes, her Christmas list is growing fast!!</div>
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Don't you just love the bedroom setting. I could see myself with a room like this.</div>
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Do you know shopping can make one hungry? Mr. P,. nor myself drive downtown Atlanta. Traffic is awful but luckily it doesn't bother Holly. I had always heard of a rather famous restaurant downtown called Mary Mac's Tea Room. So that is where we chose to have lunch,. I was not disappointed. The food was delicious. </div>
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Can you see why I had a wonderful day? Don't you just love the holiday season? I even bought some" prim" wrapping paper to wrap the gifts I have bought already!!</div>
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This time last year I was a very sick lady. I can't end this blog without saying how much better I feel this year over last. With November being a time of thanksgiving I have to say I am so thankful for my health. I give thanks daily for all the prayers that were answered on my behalf, for the love and support of my family and for all my friends who were so wonderful and so concerned . All of you are so special to me whether we have met personally or you are a far away blogging friend.</div>
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In closing , for some reason I am not getting all the notifications on my email when you respond to a post. If I personally do not reply to you, then that is why. I don't know how to correct the problem. I get some, and others I don't. Please know I read everyone and thank you for stopping by.</div>
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But first, I want to introduce you to some one who has become very special to myself and our family. As most of you know, my Mother spent the last 5 years of her life in a nursing facility. She was unable to walk and was completely blind. Many of you have experienced having to resort to a place like this for your companion or family member and you know first hand it is not an easy transition for yourself as well as the family. At the nursing home we met this wonderful woman. She was so kind to my mother and to all of us as we visited with her. Evenings when I knew she was working I could go to bed and go to sleep just knowing she was there. I am sure Mother tried her patience at times as she was not the easiest person to get along with. But Mother was fond of Lynn,.<br />
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Lynn has been in the nursing field for 40 years and is now counting the days until retirement and a big move to Florida to be close to family. As November is a month to be thankful, I just felt the need to give Lynn a big thank you for always being there for Mother and for our family. How ironic is it that she is now a nurse on many evenings to Mr. P.'s Mother that has since entered into the same facility,<br />
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Lynn has attended Darbee's celebrations, visited with us on occasion and even became an instructor yesterday as we had a craft day at Holly's.<br />
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She has followed along with Darbee Rae as she was only 4 days old when we first took her to the nursing home to visit with Mother. Hmmm,,, just noticed they even have the same hair color. {smile}</div>
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Lynn came over to show Holly and me how to make the ever so popular mesh wreaths. What a sweet lady to spend her day of work with us. </div>
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I think my wreath turned out really cute too. My mind is already churning on how to make a prim one maybe out of burlap???</div>
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Of course Darbee Rae had to do a craft too, so she made garland out of pipe stems to use as part of her Christmas décor. </div>
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Time passed by so fast as we were having fun. Soon our day came to an end. I just want to thank you Lynn for being such a wonderful friend to our family. And thank you God for sending an Angel to us when we needed one the most. </div>
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As I stated in my last post, we are making a few changes here at the home place. Slowly things are coming together. I promise to share a few pics. with you on my next post. Mr. P's work schedule has really slowed down things on the home front because he is my all around handyman. But am thankful for him and his job. So......</div>
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Angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17994753291659176298noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4796604365803854908.post-48043429008654134742014-10-12T18:56:00.001-07:002014-10-12T18:56:57.939-07:00Exciting Week Here At The Home PlaceGood evening friends. Happy October to you!! Hoping you all had a perfect fall weekend where ever you call home. <br />
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October thus far has been an exciting one here. On the fourth I was blessed to see another birthday. You know this time last year I was extremely sick and yes there were days I didn't know what my future would hold. Oh, this year was so different. My day was spent at the only Craft Show close to our town. It is a wonderful show, just no prims. We {Mr.P., Holly, and Darbee Rae} shopped and walked and walked some more. We found a few things, but nothing major. After we left there we went to a tiny little Southern town nearby and had lunch at this little café<br />
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On Sunday, our friends Dimple and Roger were to arrive to visit from TN. I was so excited to have them come to visit. We always enjoy our time together but it seems as we get older our visits are further and further apart. Can you see why October has been great so far? On Tuesday while they were here we met with our lunch buddies and there were 8 of us who had lunch together. Where are the pictures you ask? Well I was so excited I did not get a single picture. We were too busy enjoying each other's company. I am so sorry<br />
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Holly has always thought of Dimple as "another mother". They were here one evening and us girls were talking and enjoying each other so much. I happened to look over on the sofa and this is what I saw. Hehe!!<br />
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I laughed and said this is how Mr. P. entertains. They were all looking at the t.v. They didn't even know I snapped their picture. We laughed, shopped, talked, and ate from Sunday until they left for home on Thursday. I realized when they left I didn't even have a picture of them. Dimple was sweet enough to send me one so you could put faces with names. <br />
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What a difference a week can make. This Saturday Holly and I were busy helping Mr. P. with a contract job he is doing for the plant where he works. You might remember he did one this past January. This year I was able to help, They cut, and drilled and I stacked. We still have many more hours on this job before it is complete. <br />
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Today starts another exciting and busy week. Working on the job in the afternoons, one day a trip to the movies with the girls, { it's been years since I have been to the movies} and on Saturday a really neat birthday party for Darbee Rae. Afterward our family will be spending the night all together at the cabin. <br />
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Hope you have stayed with me. I know this has been a long post, but wanted to get you caught up on life here in the south. Storms are on the way for Tuesday. Hoping everyone will be safe, and afterward cooler weather is to arrive. I am so ready!<br />
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Will leave you with a really pretty sunset as we were driving home from supper this past weekend. <br />
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Angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17994753291659176298noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4796604365803854908.post-40873220871406717712014-09-22T16:46:00.002-07:002014-09-22T17:07:00.780-07:00A New Obsession....Why ????Good evening friends and Happy Fall!!! The weather has been just fall fabulous here at the home place today. I am so excited that cooler weather is in the forecast for the rest of the week. Spent most of my day looking at recipes that I want to try now that the weather is cooler. You know, all those comfort foods. <br />
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Okay on to the topic of this post. I will share something with you that you might not know about me. I have always as long as I can remember loved to write. When I was in grade school, my mother bought me a five year diary. Remember those that had a little lock and key? Guess that was the beginning of my obsession. I have kept many five year diaries. In fact I still have most of them stored safely in the attic. The very last one was the one I kept while Mr. P. and I were dating. Written in it was every date we had, where we went, and if that wasn't enough, the outfit I wore on the outing. Yes, and I still have it!! Darbee Rae will enjoy laughing at that one when she is a little older. {smile}<br />
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After marriage, I started keeping a journal. Guess I had grown up enough to no longer keep a diary. Every evening before bed, I would write about my day. Good, bad and ugly, it was all written down.<br />
Happy times, sad times, fun times and times when I was learning some of life's hardest lessons were all documented in these books. Needless to say, I have quite a few. <br />
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Holly is a chip off the old block. She does not keep a journal, but a planner. {hehe,,,, I kept a planner along with my journal} But recently I have tried to condense my writings. With all the rage of journaling, and all the neat ideas on Pinterest I too have become obsessed with my planner. Do you think Holly had anything to do with it?? Of course she did!!!<br />
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So for the first time since I was in grade school, I am no longer keeping a diary, or journal. Instead it is all combined into my planner. Not a special planner, just one bought at Target, however I am trying to make each month's calendar and week pages special for me. Thought you might want to take a peek before I start messing up October's pages by writing on them.<br />
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The second week in October we are having company from out of town. My friend Dimple and her husband will be visiting from TN. Can you tell I am soooo excited? </div>
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The next week Mr. P and Holly will be celebrating their big day. But can't show you that week as I have run out of birthday stickers and embellishments. Hobby Lobby here I come!! And of course there is Oct. 31 and I will definitely have to do something cute for that day.!!!</div>
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It looks quite simple, but it takes me hours to decorate the pages. I have to agree with Mr. P. when he ask WHY??? Who will see it but ME? Oh, this is so true. Do I enjoy doing it,,,, well yes I guess I do or I wouldn't do this, but why make something so simple, so hard? The story of my life. </div>
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