Hope you had a very blessed Christmas, we did! We arrived at our son's home on the Saturday before Christmas. Sunday we went to church with them and rested up. Monday the girls went out to do a little last minute shopping. Tuesday, Christmas, we spent at home with the family. It was a fun day and everyone got lots of goodies.
The weather has been pretty wet since we arrived-lots of rain but we even had snow the day after Christmas, I really thought we would be leaving the cold snow up north.
Yesterday it finally dried up and we had a cold gorgeous day. We took a ride to Shelby Farm Park in Memphis, where our son does a lot of running. We went for a little walk but it was pretty cool outside and none of us had dressed for it, so we kept the walk to a minimum.
We are hoping to get together with some friends this week and take care of some much needed business and then Saturday we will head for the coast and our home.
We haven't been to our home in about 6 months so we are excited to visit again. Looking forward to visiting with our house sitter and picking up a few things. We also have some doctor's appointments and business details to take care of before we begin our long trek back north.
Have a safe and wonderful New Year's and I will be back next year!
About Me
- pattisoriginals
- MS Gulf Coast, United States
- I am a Christian wife, mother and grandmother. I love to sew and create new and innovative items to share with my customers. The most popular area of my store is my Walnut Grove section which features clothing reminiscent of "Little House on the Prairie". Please take a moment to visit my store and see my latest creations. www.pattisoriginals.etsy.com
Monday, December 31, 2012
Sunday, December 30, 2012
Sunday Phunnies
You can say what you want about Florida , but you never hear of anyone retiring and moving north.
These are actual ads seen in ''The Villages'' Florida newspaper.
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FOXY LADY:
Sexy, fashion-conscious blue-haired beauty,
80's, slim, 5'4' (used to be 5'6'),
Searching for sharp-looking, sharp-dressing companion.
Matching white shoes and belt a plus.
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LONG-TERM COMMITMENT:
Recent widow who has just buried fourth husband,
Looking for someone to round out a six-unit plot. Dizziness,
Fainting, shortness of breath not a problem.
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SERENITY NOW:
I am into solitude, long walks, sunrises, the ocean, yoga and
Meditation. If you are the silent type, let's get together,
Take our hearing aids out and enjoy quiet times.
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WINNING SMILE:
Active grandmother with original teeth seeking a dedicated flossier
To share rare steaks, corn on the cob and caramel candy.
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BEATLES OR STONES?
I still like to rock, still like to cruise in my Camaro on
Saturday nights and still like to play the guitar.
If you were a groovy chick, or are now a groovy hen,
let's get together and listen to my eight-track tapes.
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MEMORIES:
I can usually remember Monday through Thursday.
If you can remember Friday, Saturday and Sunday, let's put our two heads
Together.
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MINT CONDITION:
Male, 1932 model , high mileage, good condition, some hair,
Many new parts including hip, knee, cornea, valves.
Isn't in running condition, but walks well.
These are actual ads seen in ''The Villages'' Florida newspaper.
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FOXY LADY:
Sexy, fashion-conscious blue-haired beauty,
80's, slim, 5'4' (used to be 5'6'),
Searching for sharp-looking, sharp-dressing companion.
Matching white shoes and belt a plus.
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LONG-TERM COMMITMENT:
Recent widow who has just buried fourth husband,
Looking for someone to round out a six-unit plot. Dizziness,
Fainting, shortness of breath not a problem.
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SERENITY NOW:
I am into solitude, long walks, sunrises, the ocean, yoga and
Meditation. If you are the silent type, let's get together,
Take our hearing aids out and enjoy quiet times.
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WINNING SMILE:
Active grandmother with original teeth seeking a dedicated flossier
To share rare steaks, corn on the cob and caramel candy.
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BEATLES OR STONES?
I still like to rock, still like to cruise in my Camaro on
Saturday nights and still like to play the guitar.
If you were a groovy chick, or are now a groovy hen,
let's get together and listen to my eight-track tapes.
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MEMORIES:
I can usually remember Monday through Thursday.
If you can remember Friday, Saturday and Sunday, let's put our two heads
Together.
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MINT CONDITION:
Male, 1932 model , high mileage, good condition, some hair,
Many new parts including hip, knee, cornea, valves.
Isn't in running condition, but walks well.
Tuesday, December 25, 2012
Monday, December 24, 2012
Holidays
We left North Dakota Friday around noon and finally made it to our son's home for Christmas. It was a long trip but we passed so many beautiful sights of the seasons.
It feels so good to be down south where the temperatures moderate around 40 degrees, ahh what a blessing.
Looking forward to some quality, extended time with family and friends since we will be taking a month off work. It will be nice to be able to relax and actually have time for visiting.
Two sad parts to this holiday season-our oldest granddaughter got married this year and they will not be able to get off work and make it home. Both husband and wife work in a hospital and will have to work Christmas day. This is the first year she won't be with us for Christmas and we will surely miss them both.
The other sad part is the death of my brother earlier this year. He will also be missed this year. We are hoping to have a chance to visit his widow and daughter while we are down south.
Something we are both looking forward to is a visit to New Orleans. Even though our home is only an hour away, we haven't been there in years. The plan is to visit the city sometime in January. Hoping for some beignets and cafe' au lait!!
Hope everyone has a lovely holiday season!
It feels so good to be down south where the temperatures moderate around 40 degrees, ahh what a blessing.
Looking forward to some quality, extended time with family and friends since we will be taking a month off work. It will be nice to be able to relax and actually have time for visiting.
Two sad parts to this holiday season-our oldest granddaughter got married this year and they will not be able to get off work and make it home. Both husband and wife work in a hospital and will have to work Christmas day. This is the first year she won't be with us for Christmas and we will surely miss them both.
The other sad part is the death of my brother earlier this year. He will also be missed this year. We are hoping to have a chance to visit his widow and daughter while we are down south.
Something we are both looking forward to is a visit to New Orleans. Even though our home is only an hour away, we haven't been there in years. The plan is to visit the city sometime in January. Hoping for some beignets and cafe' au lait!!
Hope everyone has a lovely holiday season!
Sunday, December 23, 2012
Sunday Phunnies
Why is getting Christmas presents for your kids just like a day at the office?
You do all the work and the fat guy in the suit gets all the credit.
It was the day after Christmas at a church in San Francisco. Pastor Mike was looking at the nativity scene outside when he noticed the baby Jesus was missing from the figures.
Immediately, Pastor Mike turned towards the church to call the police. But as he was about to do so, he saw little Jimmy with a red wagon, and in the wagon was the figure of the little infant, Jesus.
Pastor Mike walked up to Jimmy and said, "Well, Jimmy, where did you get the little infant?"
Jimmy replied, "I got him from the church."
"And why did you take him?"
With a sheepish smile, Jimmy said, "Well, about a week before Christmas I prayed to little Lord Jesus. I told him if he would bring me a red wagon for Christmas, I would give him a ride around the block in it."
You do all the work and the fat guy in the suit gets all the credit.
It was the day after Christmas at a church in San Francisco. Pastor Mike was looking at the nativity scene outside when he noticed the baby Jesus was missing from the figures.
Immediately, Pastor Mike turned towards the church to call the police. But as he was about to do so, he saw little Jimmy with a red wagon, and in the wagon was the figure of the little infant, Jesus.
Pastor Mike walked up to Jimmy and said, "Well, Jimmy, where did you get the little infant?"
Jimmy replied, "I got him from the church."
"And why did you take him?"
With a sheepish smile, Jimmy said, "Well, about a week before Christmas I prayed to little Lord Jesus. I told him if he would bring me a red wagon for Christmas, I would give him a ride around the block in it."
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Christmas Caroling
Our church went to an assisted living center this past weekend to Christmas carol. We had such a nice time and the residents seemed to truly enjoy it.
We had a fun time and the elderly people seemed to enjoy our visit.
We gathered in the lobby and walked through the halls singing the familiar carols of Christmas.
The residents truly love having visitors.
And they do enjoy the youngest singers so very much!
Even the young boys joined in the singing.
Every once in awhile the young ones had to take a break.
Naomi persevered and got lots of attention.
After the singing in the library, these guys are joking around.
Reading a book (wounded in action about a week ago).
Greeting the giant snowman.
Monday, December 17, 2012
The Beauty of Snow
A few photos of the beautiful, snow covered trees.
It is amazing how the snow covers every inch of the needles on the pine trees.
The snow is so beautiful and such a lovely reminder of God's blessings.
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