Another 90 degree day here Cheryl but that's ok - the AC is still going strong and it wasn't that humid - only in the morning. Went food shopping today - didn't need too much but I was surprised that the shelves were empty of some things still, so we didn't get everything on the list. It's so frustrating. Trying to find a place to go on vacation with my sister sometime in the second half of Sept. Will have to make some calls tomorrow to see what the chances are I can go where we want. No plans for tomorrow but hopefully will go out Friday nite to the Moose with our friends. Can you believe August is over and Labor Day is just around the corner? Time is flying by - we are invited to our freind's house for a very small get together - will know when we see them Friday nite what she wants me to bring. Did water what is left of the flower garden but mostly everything has died off. But I did have a strawbery on my plant just last week - so strange but surprised! Have a good rest of the week. Take it easy.
Everything quieted down yesterday and we got all our errands completed. In WalMart, as we come to the end of an aisle, we always look both directions to make sure someone is not going to run over us as we venture out. Yesterday, after looking right and seeing someone in a glittery, very bright teal sparkle tank top, I quickly looked the other direction. Someone yelled, "PAM!" I thought, Oh No! She was the daughter of one of my best friends from South Texas. We began visiting in the middle of the store and another lady (neither of us knew) joined us. She overheard us talking about the Fire in Fate. I was sharing the pictures of the Fire, then my friend shared pictures of her dog, and our new "friend" also shared her dog pictures. You never know where a smile and kind words will lead you but it warms your heart.
I hope you will share your smile today and you just might meet someone new too!
Love the new background Cheryl. It was a slow day for me - don't think I did much but sort thru things and got rid of stuff. Then a friedn called - think she was bored - as she never calls me except when she want information on someone or something. Ended up being on the phone with her for 1 1/2 hrs. Then Rich came home - he was gone all day and we found some leftovers to have for dinner. Big exciting day huh? I want to go pick up some fruits and veggies tomorrow, would also like to get to Hobby Lobby - didn't go out yesterday or today and am not really going that way tomorrow either, so I guess I'm not going to get there tomorrow. No need to rush to get things done at our age anyway. Relax when you can. Hugs, Wendy
This started around 5:30 am this Tuesday morning about 2 miles from our house. It was an apartment complex under construction. Just the framework was up and pallets of wood all around.
It is just off the I-30 exit and could be seen from many miles away. Of course you could not get out of our neighborhood because streets were blocked off. Also the interstate was backed up for many miles because of "onlookers".
We are so blessed that no one was injured that we know of right now. All that fresh lumber was a very hot fire and Fire Departments from all around joined in to help. Thank you!
I was watching a video of it and you could see the apartment structure collapsing as it moved through the building. After 3 hours or so the fire is contained and hopefully completely out now.
Not sure if we will be able to get to town today or not (Taco Salad Tuesday from Rosa's, you know). Right now we are just counting our blessings and sharing them with you.
We did not get a shower to come across and help put out the fire, but we were sure blessed with no wind to spread the fire either. Blessings upon Blessings!
Hi Shirley - it wasn't as hot here as it was only 90. Was inside all day dusting everything really good - over did it and was hurting. But it didn't stop me from having to make dinner. Did a lot of chopping and sauteeing - this dinner takes alot of time - but it was good as always. No plans for tomorrow - think I'll take it easy. Have a good nite.
Our grass got way too tall as you can tell in this picture. The backyard gets more water (from the Septic system) and has more shade than the front. Both are now mowed!
I am believing that we will get rain tonight AND tomorrow at our home. We sure do need it. I still have areas of dead grass and plants that are not coming back ever.
Rain would make me happy, but right now... food would make me happy too. So what are you having today? I am now off to find something to fix for lunch.
It was a quiet but good Sat., Cheryl. I did a bit of housework and folded towels that have been in the dryer for at least a day! lol - fogot they were in there! Made dinner and sat outside after that just enjoying the late evening nite before it got dark enjoying the evening and watching the hummers chase each other. Figured out what I'm making for dinner tomorrow - a canned chicken dinner - hope it's ok. Might make a peach cobbler for dessert -we'll see. Have a good rest of the nite - it was a sumer day with temps at 90 but cooling down to 70 tonite. Still have the AC on though. Hugs, Wendy
Happy Saturday! It's the Weekend or just another day for some of us. We don't like going to town on the weekends and fighting our terrible traffic.
Isn't this a clever idea? I hope that you get to spend time with the Grands. I got to FaceTime and watched Michelle play volleyball on Thursday.
Maybe some of you are lucky enough to get to go dancing over the weekend. That used to be one of our favorite things to do. Hubby's health won't allow us to do that any more but we still listen to great music.
So whatever you are doing... OWN IT! Be the best you can be and share your light and love.
Here we are on another Friday getting ready for the weekend. Hubby has been pulling weeds in the front flower bed for 3 days and is hopefully half way. It got way out of hand with no rain to soften up the dirt for 3 months.
This weekend don't forget to be in one of those 3 places to each and every person you are around. Love is what this life is all about.
We all need a nudge of love and encouragement. A big smile is the way to start so share your smile everyday.
Try to treat others the way you want to be treated. There sure needs to be more of that in this crazy world right now.
Afternoon Shirley it's summer again!!! Yay! It's 88 and sunny but there is some humidity along with it. I've been busy inthe kitchen all afternoon. Started just to pick all the dead ends off the spider plants then swept the floor. Then started seeing flies so think I got them all - must hae bee like a dozen! Then of course after that I had to clean all the windows. While I was at it, I took all the plants off the tables and polished them - then swept the floors again. So I'm done working today and now cathing up on The Hill before going to the American Legion for Tacos for dinner. Another nite of no cooking - yay again! Hope you are having an enjoyable day and that it's not too hot for you. Are you doing anything special today Shirley? Hope it something good - enjoy. Hugs, Wendy
Fun Sunday! Hugs
