Friday, April 12, 2013

April 12/2013

Well, insured the mustang today. It was such a beautiful day we went for a burn around town. Bill was a softie and wouldn't let me put the top down! He did though polish it all up...it sparkles!!! Such a pretty car. Bought a decal for the window while we were in Arizona. Won't tell you what it says! We drove to the spit and went for a walk. Beautiful brisk day! Tyee clubhouse looks better than it ever has. Lights were installed today in the wharf parking lot. Will make such a difference.

Sometimes, my hubby just amazes me! ( regularly ).... He reads every word in the paper as well as all the ads and he says....they have a mattress sale on, lets go have a look. Well, blow me over and if I had mentioned I wanted a new new one he would have pooh poohed it because our 19 year old mattress is still pretty good! But......we slept on the most incredible bed in Lake Havasu and had the best night's sleeps ever....so knew there were more out there that were better than what we had. Picked out a great one and it will be delivered Saturday. Also checked out washers and dryers and fridges.....be till my heart!!! We have been here for 19 years and frivolousness is not Bill's strong point! What we have will eventually break down and then wallah!....replacements. One can only hope the appliance gremlins will demolish soon!

I had the most incredible experience the other day. We stopped at a Karin P's and were chatting away and she mentions one of my mom's good friends Bente. I ask 'how do you know Bente?' And she replies 'my dad and Bente's husband Hebo went to school together and I have known her for years'. Small world and even more remarkable because Karin ran into her downtown Campbell River, and she doesn't live here. She gave Karin something to give to me. It was a prized, coveted pastel of Chief Dan George that my mom had done in 1969. It was always a family favorite and mom loved it and won first place in the IPE (Interior provincial exhibition). It disappeared years ago and I never knew where. Mom had given it to Bente and with her moving to a smaller place she thought we would like it back. I never cried when mom died....long story....but when Karin brought out this picture.....I couldn't breathe and I couldn't stop crying. I am so moved, not only to once again have this picture on the wall, but that Bente was generous enough to have it come back to the family. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Bente! I am forever in your debt. It has a special place on the wall and every time I look at it I shall remember my sweet mom.

Allergies are down considerably today. Hope to get a good walk in on Saturday. We are off to see the kids on Monday so want to be healthy before!

Saw Sue today. Oh my goodness, I am sending as many good vibes and mom's golden band of protection to surround her! I have never seen anyone so sick and my heart aches for her. Not fair for anyone to suffer so! Please get feeling better soon my friend. Huge huggage to you!!!

Well, didn't think I would have anything to say today! Ah well, just let the fingers do the talking!

Have a good weekend.....

Xoxoxo



Thursday, April 11, 2013

April 2013 the end of our journey

What an incredible trip home. No rain for the very first time....actually saw the Tacoma Dome without windshield washers! Didn't hit rain until Vancouver Island...wouldn't ya know it!

Had a wonderful visit with Bill and Geri in Anacortes. Wish it could have been longer. They were both under the weather and we wanted to get home for Dave Stewart's celebration of life. Was good to see Diana and all the fellas from Elk Falls, that we hadn't seen in so long. Such a sad thing to happen and our hearts break for Diana. She has wonderful friends and family that will be looking after her though.

Had stupid hay fever/allergies since we got home. Another 'wouldn't ya know it!' Been keeping me off the walking trail! Was so looking forward to seeing the girls and getting back into it. Saturday for sure! Will try the flats on the walkway today and see if the coughing will be stymied!

Enough! Back to reality and the daily happenings of real life. I have been asked to keep this blog going with daily updates, but I don't know if our life warrants a perusal that often. We do have some fun and interesting things occur on occasion, so have decided to continue use, but only when warranted! Will also continue with the pictures and crafty projects.......

See you all soon.

Xoxoxo


Tuesday, April 2, 2013

April 1/2. On The Road Again!.....

Two full, great days of travel. Left Lake Havisu yesterday morning, with sad hearts, but know we have lots to look forward to at home, and can't wait to see all the kids!

Stayed in Modesto California last night. First time I as disappointed in the hotel. Great room, but we were so spoilt with such a great bed that changing to a hard one was 'hard'! Both of us bent over like old folks this morning! Lol.....

So enjoyed the trip today. We are in Springfield, Oregon tonight and the trip was soooo beautiful. Have taken lots of pictures so hope you enjoy the supreme beauty as we did.

Oh yeah, and a must have stop at The Olive Pit! And Albertsons for an incredibly good dinner. Spinach, almond, red pepper, onion salad with hot bacon vinegrette! YUM YUM. What a good day!

Hope you had as grand a day as we did....

Xoxoxo