A Picture a Day for a Year-#18

Happy 92nd birthday to my wonderful Grandfather! I am so proud to be his granddaughter. This gentleman served in WWII and survived a POW camp. He has been married to his bride, my grandmother for almost 74 years...can you believe that? 74 years with the same person? I have so many childhood memories of vacation spent with my grandparents, many holidays, many nights spent at their house. I am very blessed to have them both still in my life and blessed that they have been able to meet my hubby and children. What a great life I have and what a great life I have with my Grandfather and Grandmother in it! Happy Birthday Granddaddy, I love you!!

A Picture a Day for a Year-#17

We have tickets to the Admirals Hockey playoff game. We are sooooo excited. I have never really been a hockey fan and this year we have gotten into it, our friends have purchased the tickets, so we are ready. The Admirals have won 28 in a row and now with playoffs just around the corner they should be ready! Did you know one of my goals is to ride on the Zamboni? Each time it comes around the ice, I want to run out there and jump on. So Sunday when I was at the beach walking, the Zamboni was there on the boardwalk promoting the Admirals game. I wanted to run up to it, but children were around, so I kept me cool, took a picture and walked away. Darn it....if only...darn...I could have had that mad rush and taken the Zamboni for a ride...hmmmmmm

A Picture a Day for a Year-#16

Poor Minnie, one of my granddogs, is sick. She is the cutest little 5 pounds of dog you ever want to see. Her Momma was up with her for two days and had to take her in to the Dr. today. She was put on meds and will be fine in a few days. Infection and allergic reaction to something. Now this is very good training for Daughter #1 and hubby to experience the staying up all night and dealing with a sick baby...one day they will be dealing with that too! Get better Minnie...Love you!!!

A Picture a Day for a Year-#15

Today was a beautiful day in our area. I awoke to the birds chirping and the sun shining. The hubby and I had to go out to our friends house today so I knew I would have to hurry this morning. Hurry why you ask? I needed a walk at the beach! And a walk is what I took. It was a great walk. The sun was out, the wind was mild, the people were everywhere and it was glorious! Until I arrived back to my car...and yes on my windshield was a parking ticket! What a parking ticket? For 10 minutes over the time for the meter. I did pay the meter and I did go over the time and I will pay the twelve dollars. Thanks city for my ticket, I gotcha back for that twelve dollars. It was a wonderful walk though!

A Picture a Day for a Year-#14

I am having a great hair day. Ladies don't you feel 100% better when you have a great hair day? Not sure why that is, but it is the truth. I woke up, went for a walk, the birds were out in full force this morning and it was a beautiful sunny morning. Then showering and getting ready for my day and poof my hair just magically styled like I like it with no trouble. Could it be that this is my day? Could it be my new shampoo? Could it just be that after all the years I can finally make it look good? Don't know and don't care...it made my day and hope you have a great hair day yourself! It doesn't take much to make me happy! Apparently!!

A Picture a Day for a Year-#13

Today a co-worker lost every material item he owned in a fire. He escaped with the pj's he was wearing and that was it. I woke this morning to hear of the fire on the news, 2 elderly people were killed and about 12 condos were completely destroyed. What a horrific site the pictures were. I keep thinking of my co-worker and how horrible it must be to think he has nothing, no phone, no computer, no keys, no wallet, no clothes, nothing. Just sit back and think about all the material things we all have and then think about not having one item. Wow. On the other hand you must be thankful that he and others were not killed and pray for the families of the deceased. The couple that died, were born on the same day, and married and died together. My co-worker has a young daughter and she must have been with her mother, so that was a blessing. It does make you think. Today's picture is of the most important things to me...my family.

A Picture a Day for a Year-#12

Walking to running. I have developed a passion for running over the last few years. Two years ago I ran my first 5K. Over the last about 6 months I have not been doing much and about a week ago I decided I needed to do something. I feel just blah...and running helps send those blahs away. Today it is a beautiful day so I was able to get out and run. There was more walking than running...but I am grateful I could get out there and do my 3 miles and enjoy myself. I will be signing up for more 5K's very soon, it's a great motivator. And I now have a high school friend that is keeping up with me on face book and motivating me. Thanks Mary! Here's a picture of my shadow self. See ya on the road or at the gym!!

A Picture a Day for a Year-#11

Junk, junk, junk...how come when my daughter cleans her room, it all ends up in my room? Daughter #2 decided to clean out her closet and clean up her room. She found 3 bags of "stuff" that she didn't need anymore. I come home and it's all in my basket room...now my basket room needs it's own cleaning and she's adding more "stuff" to it. Well at least she cleaned, I keep threatening to bring a back hoe up in here to clean..:) And today I just received a notice that the DAV will be by next week to pick up my junk, umm.. my "stuff"...One woman's junk is another woman's treasure!!!

A Picture a Day for a Year-#10

I am a basket weaver...those that know me, know that I love to weave. Eleven years ago, I went to a basket meeting and met the most amazing people I have ever known. They are creative, true artist, funny, sweet, friendly and every other wonderful adjective you can think. The group welcomed me like I was one of the family and I have never forgotten that. Now, just like families, there are times where we may get on each others nerves, but in the end, I know I can count on them. This past weekend was an event that I attended, where I displayed my creations and while weaving, talked to those interested in my craft. It's a small gathering of guilds from all over our area. Blacksmith, quilters, knitters, spinners, beaders, wood turners, master gardeners and bee keepers were all there with us, basket weavers. It is such a joy to talk to people who are as passionate about their craft as I am. Here's a picture of me, my display and my huge smile! And I wore that smile all day long. Any day weaving is a great day!!

A Picture A Day For A Year #9

Today, I attended the funeral of a friends husband . He was only 65 yrs young and he had cancer. His cancer was found about six months or so ago and he fought a great fight ...but it was too much for him and on April 3rd he went to be an angel . My friend is one of my basket friends . I have never met her husband but the kind words spoken today really make me wish I had known him. The many people in attendance! today really showed the love this gentleman had for his family, friends and his Lord. I will keep my friend in my prayers and hope she and her family will find some peace and comfort in the days to come. To my friend love you D, I'm here if you need me.

There will be no picture today, you see I'm writing this from my husbands iPad as he has been on my computer all night ..so no picture!

A Picture a Day for a Year-#8

Happy Easter. Today the kids and grand dogs came over for Easter dinner tonight. What a joy it is to have them here. There is noise in the house and that is always fun. Normally, we go to my parents for Easter dinner, but this year we changed things up and stayed here. Dinner, a movie and banana pudding. Great night for all. Happy Easter everyone. (Sorry flower pictures again, I can't stop taking them! My Azaleas are beautiful this year, you will probably see them again!)

A Picture a Day for a Year-#7

The Admirals win 25 in a row!!! Whoohooooo!!!!
We just returned home from the Admirals Hockey game, and they won #25. It was a very exciting game. This is my third game. Never been a big hockey fan and about two years ago friends invited us to a game, well I loved it. The action, the fights, the skating, the skill...I love it. This year we have only been a couple times and they have been very fast, action packed games. I love to people watch while there...you see everything at a game. The crazies, the drunks, the intense fan, the kids, the parents, everyone from all walks of life. An inexpensive night to have great fun. Go Admirals...the playoffs are next and we are on your side!!!

A Picture a Day for a Year-#6

Beautiful Daughter #2 and my Grand Dogs

Tonight was Friday Night/Movie Night. Beatufiul daughter #1, my grand dogs and myself had pizza (well the dogs didn't have pizza, silly), we watched the movie "Brides Maids". A very crazy, funny movie. It was really nice sitting around talking to my daughter while just doing nothing. It's been a very long, long week at work,so I needed some daughter time and some grand dog time, and that is exactly what I had tonight! A perfect start to my weekend......

A Picture a Day for a Year-#5

Isn't my baby pretty?

Today, I was driving home from work and all I could think about was the "crappy" traffic. The last two days the traffic has been horrible. And no matter what route home I take, I choose the WRONG route. This week I have been driving my beautiful red Mustang...yes it is a beauty! I do love my pretty car, but today in all that traffic, boy was my left knee hurting...I'm not used to that clutch! Yes a clutch...how can you not have a clutch in a red sports car? That would be absurd!!
My hubby surprised me with the car on our 28th wedding anniversary. I really think he bought the car for himself...well matter of fact I'm sure!! That's ok, I got a pretty car and I get to drive it any time I want, or I should say any time it's nice weather, not raining, wind isn't bad, pollen isn't blowing and I'm not carrying my baskets! Yeah, sure he bought it for me. Happy Thursday everyone...til tomorrow, hope the traffic is better... :)

A Picture a Day for a Year-#4

Wine, Wine, Wine....need a little cheese with that? HAHA... Over the last few years I have come to learn to love a glass of wine, every now and then. I received this wine glass as a gift and it totally describes me..."Queen of Everything". I accept the honor. :) Hope you get to enjoy a glass of wine and maybe a little cheese and relax. We just don't relax enough anymore..so cheers to you and relax!

A Picture a Day for a Year-#3

Happy Anniversary to me! Thank you hubby!

Today is my 30th year anniversary. Wow, 30 years...I never thought I would see 30 years...not that I didn't think we would be married this long, but 30 years seems like a very LONG time! And in some respects it is,in many respects it is not. I have a great hubby and he puts up with a lot from me. Now don't be fooled, I put up with much from him, too. It is a work in progress and it has been for the last 30 years. To everyone out there that is working on a marriage, it is a life time work in progress. Neither of us are perfect...Well I would say I am close to perfect...haha.
So the hubby gets a medal for putting up with me for all these years and I receive a medal for putting up with him! Happy Anniversary Hubby...Love you!

A Picture a Day for a Year-#2

Happy First Anniversary to my wonderful children...a year ago today, my beautiful daughter married her handsome prince. This has been a great year for the two of them. Great jobs, two darling four-legged, furry children, new car and just enjoying each other's company. I am so excited to see what the future holds for these two.
Happy Anniversary, we love you!!!

A Picture a Day for a Year-#1

I recently read a post from a friend that said she had been posting a picture a day since the beginning of the new year and I wondered could I do that? Yes, I can! I decided that day to start posting things I see, weave, love, like, enjoy and any thing else that pops in the way during my day. Then a year later, I'll go back over them and see what kind of year it has been.
Today's picture is my front azalea bush. It is blooming beautiful this year, all my azalea's are in bloom and beautiful. It is a bit early, but this year has been very warm, so everything is in bloom. Happy April's Fool Day and hope no one played a trick on you!
See you tomorrow.