Happy 4th of July!

Lane and I getting ready for our fireworks

Brody's Family

Independence Day is one of my favorite holiday.  Am thankful to Brody and Savannah for coming out and doing our small fireworks for us.  Lane wasn't a big fan of the fireworks this year.  Not sure if he was scared of the sounds or the flashing fireworks.  We all was tired at end of night. 

 

4th of July lunch at work.

I overloaded my plate with lots of goodies.  The macaronni salad's was my favorite of all time. I know Cindy H made one of them and it so reminded me of my mom's. Was so very good.

We all pulled together to make a fun feast today! 

Do like how they did add tablecloths to tables. So it brightens up the lunchroom for us workers.

I felt like this was one of the best potlucks we had in a few years. seemed like most everyone bought something to add to the lunch.  Working in a healthy workplace says everything! Am grateful for all my coworkers.

 

Kyndall Mae

Kyndall Mae is growing up so fast!  I love this little bench.  In my mind I was going to keep it decorated with cute items. Unfortunately our neighbor's dogs kept dragging my stuff all over the  country side.  So Kyndall and I use it as our photo bench. I do need to update my big wreath.  I have had it for years.  

I absolutely believe the most rewarding joys of life is grandchildren.. 

For me being a grandma to Kyndall has filled my heart with joy and love. Kyndall is remarkable and a delight to be around.  

At nana and papa's house Ms. Kyndall tells us what she wants to do.  Every now and then papa will tell her no and she turns the water works on not realizing that probably isn't going to help her much.  She can be a bit dramatic at 3 years old. 

"Children are the rainbow of life. Grandchildren are the pot of gold" 

Irish Blessing 

 

Saturday at Papa and Nana's house

Our sweet grandson Landon

Lane loves the ball pit!  

Lately we have been watching the grandsons on alternating Saturday's.  Getting time with these precious boys.  Lane and I enjoy the building blocks.  Then he and I will drum on the end table driving papa nearly crazy.  

It's so different than having your own children.  Love spoiling our precious grandchildren.  

I really need to find more boy trucks and toys for the house.  I have accumulated lots of girl toys. Am thinking this summer I will start to do some garage sales again.  It's been forever since I have done any garage sales.  For one I do have plenty of my own stuff.  But it would be nice to find some great toys at a reasonable cost. 

Have you ever looked at your 

GRANDKIDS

    and had your heart filled with

so much love and pride that it 

Brought

tears to your eyes?

This quote hit me so hard!  I feel this every single time I see one of my grandchildren.  We are so blessed with our children and grandchildren.

 

My niece Kirsten is graduating!

 

Kirsten at her Senior Tea.  

I love her sassy attitude she has going on!

Bryson and Kirsten are so cute together!

This girl has always had my heart.  When she was little I made Allison, Kara and her quilts.  She said to me Aunt Sissy I need another quilt please.  Yes of course I made her another quilt.  That has been many years ago.  

Look out world I can't wait to see what all is in store for my beautiful, sweet, generous niece has in store.  I know she is going to do great things! My heart is so happy for who Kirsten has become.

Congratulations Senior 2022!!

 

County living

Living out in the country can be peaceful and very calming.  I enjoy seeing the ducks and turkeys and such come around our yard.  

In the evenings I enjoy sitting under the carport and watching the animals wonder about. They belong to our neighbor. Although I think they believe they live on our land.

Just living is not enough...one must have sunshine, freedom, and some animals to make one's life complete! 

I will never doubt that God has gotten me through every hard moment in my life. God definitely knew what  he was doing when he placed me in the country. I have enjoyed how calming it is to be out here with neighbors I know by name.  I can see God's blessings everywhere. 

 

Birthday month!!!

Blake and Jessica took us out to eat for my birthday! I am so blessed. We had a great time and lots of laughter.  

Blake and me

Aaron, Michelle, Wesley, Angel, Savannah

My love Mr. C

My cubicle at work. Love that the co-workers decorate our desk on our birthdays!!

Lot's of great gifts from the girls!  see that 75 sign in the back? They all thought that was funny! As I did as well.

I enjoy celebrating my birthday every year.  Getting together with the family was the highlight of the birthday month.  Am so thankful for my family and friends!!

How do I feel about turning 55 this year?  I am always surprised that I made it to 2022!  

My gift to me is I am going on a cruise in November.  Everyone who knows me knows CRUISE LIFE is the best.  Love the pampering and just being on vacation makes it so fun and relaxing.

"Cherish all your 

happy moments;

they make a fine

cushion for old age" 

Booth Tarkington