Friday, May 9, 2025

It’s my Birthday!

For my birthday I went to Stacy at Hair Hut. Wanted to look nice for my birthday dinner at Applebees.  Stacy always does a great job on my hair.

Birthday flowers from my youngest son Trevor, Mellissa,Kyndall and baby Liam. I was so surprised! Absolutely loved them.  She ordered from our local flower shop Winnie’s. 

Here’s the closeup of my flowers. 

Am ready for my birthday dinner! 

My husband’s first time to eat at Applebees.   To sure why but he did agree to indulge me on my birthday. He actually enjoyed his food. So maybe he will go back with me sooner than later. 

My dinner was really good as well.

Cherrie had the steak and said it was delicious.  Am so glad she took time out of her day to spend it with us. 
Afterwards Cherrie and I went to casino and played for a short moment. Lost the money I took in Drats.
I have mixed thoughts on turning 58 today. On one hand, I don’t really hold much weight in what number I am.  I will say I never thought I would be of this age, but yet here I am. I think what’s different is  all of a sudden I am feeling like my life expectancy has shortened quite a bit. This means I need to fully start living each day doing what brings me happiness and joy.  More importantly spending time with my treasured loved ones. 
This realization is actually providing clarity tome. Making me think about my life day to day rather than putting things off for later.
What I hope by turning 58th is I can find new adventures, including traveling or even learning a new skill. So many options out there for me. I need to find out how to continue to enjoy each and every day of my life. 
I am also prioritizing my Well~being. Seems like it’s almost too late but am working on my weight and eating healthy. Have been making small changes and I am starting to see and feel the results.  It’s not easy but I am glad I am pushing myself to do better. 
By turning 58 it has been a time of reflection, acceptance, and anticipation. I am ready to embrace new possibilities, and make the most of the remaining years. 
Happy Birthday to me! 

 

Thursday, May 8, 2025

Self~compassion Day

For my birthday I am treating myself to a Self~indulgence day.  First a full set of nails and a much needed pedi. I always use Jon at Uptown nails.  Have been going to him for years.  

His sweet wife always does a great job on my toes. 

Next on my list was a new boutique called Inside & Out. Been wanting to go since they opened. Finally made time to visit. I should add it’s a bit on the pricey side but they have so much to see. 

The way they have it set up is really nice and pleasing to the eyes. 

Royes is inside as well. I could not resist the iced bourbon caramel coffee. It was really good. I will be back to try several of the other iced coffee’s. 

Check out this Key lime pie bar.  It melted in my mouth. It was full of flavors.  All the pastries looked amazing.  They had the coffee shop set up with tables and couches so it was very inviting. Would like Cherrie and I to go and hang out and visit. 

 

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Birthday celebrations is beginning!

 I took off the rest of the week for my birthday.  This is how I spent most of this beautiful Wednesday. Got lots of snuggles from Landon and Lane.  I really am looking forward to five days off.  A much needed break from work and stress.  
Things I hope to accomplish include getting caught up on pen pal letters.  I also need to get a few blog entries posted.  I also need to clean out my Jeep inside and out.  I also want to hang out with my BFF Cherrie on my actual birthday along with my husband. 


 

Monday, May 5, 2025

Happy birthday Kyndall

Kyndall is already 6 years old. Am so proud of Mellissa for making Kyndall’s birthday so special.

Kyndall is such a girlie girl. Love that for her. One of her favorite stores is Bath and Body Works.  

This girl is living her best life. 

Every girlie loves pink cupcakes. 

I know she had a great pinkalicious birthday.  For her birthday I sent Unicorn Slime, a pink stuffed cat, and a pinkalicious book. 


Happy birthday to my sweet precious Kyndall.  Nana and Papa love you very much. 

 

Saturday, May 3, 2025

Clifford and family at park

Clifford looks so cute with his glasses.

Clifford,Angel and Max

Michelle and Clifford.  Am so glad they are going and doing fun things this spring.  The grandchildren look happy.  I also see that Michelle seems less stressed this year.  Love that she is taking good care of my grandsons. 

B

 

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Food compilation April

Haven’t had Chinese food in forever. It was so good.

Mindy ate this at the Red Pepper in Lawton, Oklahoma. It was yummy. 

Alisha’s birthday part at bowling alley in Chickasha.
Alisha’s birthday cake from Cheesecake Factory. It was very good.

Our favorite Mexican restaurant. Esperanza in Marlow, Oklahoma 

Street taco’s for the win.


Nothing beats good homemade dinner. 

Beans and cornbread from BBQ place at The Collective. The flavors were great. 

 

Sunday, April 27, 2025

Trader Joe’s

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Trader Joe’s in Nicholas Hills is my favorite place to buy my healthy foods.  The store is always clean and fully stocked. Down side it’s always busy and can get crowded in the isles.
 


How festive to see all the colorful flowers as we walk into the store.  Flowers always brighten the day and brings smiles.

I wish I had taken a few more pictures of the shelves.  At this point I was in shopping mode. Yes, of course I had my shopping list with me.  I had a smaller budget than normal this trip. Was glad I was able to pick up everything on my list for under $50.00. I was buying items for my work lunches mainly. 
Over all our day was very successful. Enjoyed the day with Mindy.