NOT WHAT I PLANNED....

I had origionally hoped for a post yesterday and the one I was going to post today will have to wait. I have been feeling really "blah" the past couple of days. I am thinking that alot of why I feel this way is because of what this weekend is. Mother's Day. This is the second Mother's Day without my mom. I miss her greatly..and my dad as well, who would have been 93 this coming Monday. My mom and dad married later in life and had me even later in their life. I grew up in a very loving home and knew how much I was loved.

My mom had quite a personality. Even when alzheimers was taking over her, her personality was really quite remarkable. She had a fantastic sense of humor, and one of the greatest joys of her life was her grandchildren. My children have wonderful memories of both my parents and for that, I am very thankful.

My dad was a quiet, strong man...to know him was to like him. He was a gentle soul. When he passed away rather suddenly, my mom's world fell apart, she died 19 months later.

Love you both mom and dad....miss you very much...but you will always be with me in my heart.

Have a good evening everyone.
Marion

WONDERFULLY WEDNESDAY

Well,another day has gotten away from me without a decent posting. I spent the day with DH again, joining him in his travels and it looks like I will be doing so again tomorrow, so it will be tomorrow night or Friday morning before I can post my photos and do a decent blog entry.

Today was a gorgeous sunny day and we were on the road at 9am....we had lunch out again (nice treat) and were back by late afternoon, but then it was running around with the kids.

Tomorrow is yet another part of the province and probably another lunch out...poor me...LOL....believe me, I am enjoying that part!!

Gina, if you are reading this....I read your post (meme) about PEI...LOL.....I am a true traveller and I enjoy my ferry rides....you know where this originated from...DH on the other hand wouldn't even travel to PEI until 3 years ago when I practically dragged him there.....we've been there several times since, but he will only take the bridge...I'm beginning to wonder if he has a problem with the Ferry! Anyway, we are going there for the day on Mother's Day and I am so excited...!!! What better way to spend Mother's Day!! I'm actually hoping to locate these two prints for our bedroom...I have a few of Catherine Karnes Munn prints and if I can locate these two while we are in PEI I will treat myself to them.

Have a good evening everyone! I am off to watch Idol and see Jason voted off......

Marion

TOTALLY TUESDAY

Where is this week going?? Today was a really busy, but nice day. DH had some business not too far from here, it involved a wonderful drive through some pretty country, so I opted to go with him. We had a nice day....we had a nice lunch and got back late this afternoon. I bought some "prim" things for the family room, which I was hoping to take photos of, but there was just too much running around this evening for that...hopefully at some point tomorrow. Tomorrow may be another day with DH on his travels and I am looking forward to that.
Have a great evening everyone....off to watch Idol.....

Marion

MARVELOUS MONDAY

Good morning everyone!! I hope each of you had a great weekend?! I did. The weather was fabulous. I actually stayed pretty close to home...got lots of laundry done and hung out ( a passion of mine...hanging the laundry out....not actually doing it..LOL)...I worked on my tiny garden and spent some time in our tent trailer with youngest. We set the tent trailer up a couple of weeks ago, and it's great when the spring black flies and other annoying creatures are around....we can go in there and sit...nice breeze, no flies...works for me. :)

Today is supposed to be rainy, but I see little breaks of sun peeking through!!

This afternoon I am going to my "Blanket Club"...usually we meet on Tuesdays, but decided to meet this afternoon, as tonight we are going to a turkey supper and fashion show at a church. I am going with my two cousins....actually it is my cousins' ex-husband's church and his present wife invited us...LOL...yes, they get along wonderfully.

I just can't seem to get motivated this morning to get done what I have to. I even have supper planned for Larry and the kids, since I won't be here.

Hope everyone has a great day!!
Marion

THANK YOU TO KATY....

Since I joined the Blogging community a couple of months ago, it has opened up a whole new world for me. I have "met" such wonderful ladies and I look forward to coming on here each day and "trying" to post most days...but definately visiting my fav blogs (and more) each day.
Thank you for all your firendships!!!
Marion

IS IT REALLY MAY????

Would you believe it was snowing when I got up this morning?? It didn't stick on the ground, really, but still!!
I'm sharing a few photos that DD took while on her band trip.....





enjoy........











Marion

'TRYING'' TO CHANGE THINGS ONE STEP...

at a time.....May 1, what better day to start to change things...one small step at a time! I am going to start a gratitude journal. I've tried before, haven't had success in keeping it up...what makes me think I should try this again? Well, I just know that I "NEED" to change some things in my life and this would be a great way to start. It's not like I don't have the time to do this...I just need to program myself TO do it.

I want to start the day without feeling like I am "bogged" under before I even get the day started.

Anyway, if anyone has any suggestions as to how they start their days and keep a positive outlook going all day...feel free to comment.

Have a great day everyone.
Marion