Update:

It's been a long streach between posts!

(prepare for lots of pictures)

We said good-bye to Banjo at the first of this year.

We re-homed him.

Long story but he is better off with another loving family!

Tom and I took a trip to the ocean for a reprieve.

Cannon Beach is our  "Go To The Sea To Breath", retreat.

Tillamook Cheese Factory is a must.

 

They have the biggesst ice cones in

the world! (wink)

Another favorite place in McCall Idaho.

If we drive the VW and the sun is out, 

the top goes down.

A Bon Fire is a must when we have overnight guests.

Our Washington State family has been busy with all sorts of fun things.

Trey (10 yrs), was Shrek in his school play. He sang, danced and

said his lines perfectly for the family.

While we were back "home', we visited with my brother.

Our gardens are ripening and growing fast. 

Almost as fast as our grandkids.

I'm trying to keep up with new ideas and recipes with things from the garden.

Here I made Rose Water, out of our roses.

There were moments of refined culture.

We took the family to see 

Riverdance.

EVERYONE loved it.

For Mother's Day I recieved a Chicken Coop and two chicks.

What a surprise!

Introducing Henrirtta and Dixi Chick.

No eggs yet but soon.

We find  "Love Notes" all over our home.

Ila May put on a One Man Show for our family.

We all signed in, recieved a Program and some Red Licorice. 

Then found a perfect seat.

 Her Mom even had a Reserved Seat.

Ila May danced, sang, read poetry, did magic tricks, and entertained us

with her spunk!

Volunteers were asked to join her on stage.

Tom is always the first to raise his hand.

everyone.

Boys will be boys!!!

Tom has the younger boys waving to passing cars!

And yes, some honked back.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT !!!!!

Kimmy is pregnant with  #7 

and it's a 

GIRL!

Due date: early December

Her name has already been revealed...

Pearl Christine!

I couldn't be more honored!

 

Cashing in - #4

This month has been full of  excitement.

Friday's have been busy with One-On-One, 

Full day of fun and

Overnights with our grandchildren.

The four oldest Grandchildren received 

Gift Certificates for Christmas, for an overnight and lots of fun.

They got to pick out what, where, and when, they wanted to do.

Who knew it would be such a HIT? !!!

This is Lulu!

She is 13 but soon to be 14 years old.

She is our first grandchild.

Lulu's request was to go shopping all day (😊).

For lunch she choose Chic-fil-A.

It was a cold and rainy day and the restaurant was closed for dining in.

But that didn't stop US!

Tom surprised Lulu by meetings us there, with our RV!

We set it up with a table clothe and flowers.

We went inside and ordered our meals....

and took it back for some fine

dining, inside the RV.

We were so cozy inside,

 while watching everyone ordering their lunch from the drive thru.

Then it was back to shopping!

(til I dropped)

Lulu loves a good salad, so for dinner we went to

a fancy grocery store that has a magnificent salad bar.

The dining room was open!!

 We all enjoyed another great meal.

Afterwards we picked out dessert from the Bakery.

Took our goodies home to enjoy while watching a movie.

Lulu's pick for a movie was 

Meet Me In St. Louie (Louie), 

with Judy Garland.

And what would the evening be without a game of 

cards or two?

Saturday morning, Lulu cuddled up 

with Banjo on the couch.

Lulu is now learning guitar,

 on top of knowing how to play violin and piano.

Plus, she singing!

Lulu smiles all the time! What a happy girl!

💓💓💓💓

I'm a bit sad that this month is over.

Having laughter, talking, and just more busyness,

 was such a blessing!

I know what our grandkids will get for Christmas next year!!!

~~~~****~~~~

"And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called, according to his purpose." 

Romans 8:28

   

 

Christmas 2020

Yes, we saw it!

The Christmas Star!

This picture was taken from our from porch.

Look closely, up in the sky!

  

Below is a little information about the significance and about God's design.

"Jupiter and Saturn will line up on Dec. 21, so close together that they’ll appear as one bright shining star. Many are referring to it as the “Christmas Star.” It’s the closest the two planets have appeared together in about 800 years, and won’t occur again until 2080.

This conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn may have an even closer tie to the Biblical story of the birth of Jesus Christ than its occurrence so close to Christmas this year. As noted by Johannes Kepler in the 17th century, a similar conjunction occurred in 7 BCE and could be the astronomical origin of the Star of Bethlehem  that guided the wise men."

~ Astronomy Magazine ~

****

TRADITION

Every year, Kimmy and I get together at her home to stuff stockings!

It's a great way to relax and go over the plans for Christmas.

We always end up laughing about something.

It's a great stress reducer.

Ten Stockings!

Another year of fun and surprises for everyone.

****

Everyday Banjo and I go for a walk.

Most days are the same but somedays we meet up with other regular walkers. Or we come across something fun or different.

Like apples that have fallen,

 that the ducks love to eat.

Banjo just watches them.

Other times it's the different secrecy.

 

Today on our walk, I came across a "sign".

Neighborhood boys put up this homemade sign.

It says.

" Snow Shovelers, 

any price

appt. not nessary      just call 

___-_______ to set up."

How cute is this.

Now we just need some snow.

Merry Christmas !!

and Peace on Earth

~~~~****~~~~

"Thanks be to God for his incredible gift!"

2 Corinthians 9:15