Showing posts with label visiting wth friends. Show all posts
Showing posts with label visiting wth friends. Show all posts
Monday, October 11, 2010
Weekend Update: buried in laundry,a visit to Ren Fair, and saying goodbye
Dear Weekend,
Thank you for the beautiful fall weather. I so enjoyed the crisp morning air and the gentle afternoon breeze. The fam and I had fun at the Ren Fair though I'm still not sure this is a family event. Every time we go, I feel like I can no longer be surprised by people but then alas I am surprised.
Thank you for the beautiful fall weather. I so enjoyed the crisp morning air and the gentle afternoon breeze. The fam and I had fun at the Ren Fair though I'm still not sure this is a family event. Every time we go, I feel like I can no longer be surprised by people but then alas I am surprised.
Oldest in costume.
Middle wearing her new mask.
Little G got bat wings and a sword.
Pickles on a stick?
Sunday I spent most of the day doing 10 loads of laundry. We were happy to be able to have lunch with my friend M and her family. They are moving from New York to South Carolina. This is going to make weekend scrapbooking trips significantly more difficult.
So thanks weekend! Thanks for the great weather, the fun company and the interesting entertainment. And a big thank you for being one day longer than usual.
Happy to be home today,
Kisa
Monday, August 2, 2010
Weekend Update: We were busy
We had a very busy weekend. Our surprise company arrived around 4 p.m. on Friday. It was nice to see them even if it was only for a short while. They left to visit with their son and DIL around 10:30 a.m.
There DIL can be a real treat so I am hoping and praying that they are having a decent visit. She is one of those people who is extremely intelligent but lacks a lot of common sense.
Here's a picture of me (in the red) and M. She brought my mother's day tree to me in a bucket nearly five years ago. You can read the story here. It's pretty safe to say that M would do anything for you.
On Saturday our good friends and neighbors invited us out to go boating with them. They have a rather large boat and we could comfortably fit all 1o of us (five of them and five of us). Here is Little G (on the right) and her boy tubing together.
Oldest G almost got up on the water skis which was a very good try for her first time. At first she wasn't sure she wanted to give it a go and then she didn't want to quit. I was proud of her for trying even when she was scared.
Middle G. actually got up for about .2 seconds and surprisingly I got a picture of it. It was a lot of fun and I hope we have an opportunity to go with them again.
My dad and my step mom came out on Sunday for the day and we went to a baseball game.
The weather cooperated and we didn't get wet.
The car went to get the hail damaged repaired from this storm and it won't be returning for at least five days. It has nearly $3300 worth of damage. The good news is they gave us a navy blue Kia Optima and I like it.
There DIL can be a real treat so I am hoping and praying that they are having a decent visit. She is one of those people who is extremely intelligent but lacks a lot of common sense.
Here's a picture of me (in the red) and M. She brought my mother's day tree to me in a bucket nearly five years ago. You can read the story here. It's pretty safe to say that M would do anything for you.
On Saturday our good friends and neighbors invited us out to go boating with them. They have a rather large boat and we could comfortably fit all 1o of us (five of them and five of us). Here is Little G (on the right) and her boy tubing together.
Oldest G almost got up on the water skis which was a very good try for her first time. At first she wasn't sure she wanted to give it a go and then she didn't want to quit. I was proud of her for trying even when she was scared.
Middle G. actually got up for about .2 seconds and surprisingly I got a picture of it. It was a lot of fun and I hope we have an opportunity to go with them again.
My dad and my step mom came out on Sunday for the day and we went to a baseball game.
The weather cooperated and we didn't get wet.
It was good to see them even if it was only for a short while.
The car went to get the hail damaged repaired from this storm and it won't be returning for at least five days. It has nearly $3300 worth of damage. The good news is they gave us a navy blue Kia Optima and I like it.
We are in the market for a new van and I think the Kia brand just moved up a few pegs in my book.
What did you do this weekend?
Friday, July 30, 2010
Happy Birthday to Me
Today's my birthday.
It's beautiful outside. I'm happy. I have good friends. My kids are all healthy. I have many blessings.
I have learned that your attitude can really change the situation for either the good or the bad. It really is how you look at it.
My friend B got me a card today and it said.
Good news: People are living longer. Inside it said: The Bad News: We don't get to pick which ones.
There's a lot of truth in that and it makes for a good chuckle.
Our B&B is open again as we are having an unplanned visit from our friends from Ohio--a wonderful birthday surprise. Plus we pick oldest up from church camp tonight.
A houseful for my birthday. What more could I ask for?
I'll post pictures of all of our crazy adventures on Monday but for now I'm off to see the last of the Shrek movies. It's at the $2 theatre and who can pass up a movie on their birthday.
~Kisa
It's beautiful outside. I'm happy. I have good friends. My kids are all healthy. I have many blessings.
I have learned that your attitude can really change the situation for either the good or the bad. It really is how you look at it.
My friend B got me a card today and it said.
Good news: People are living longer. Inside it said: The Bad News: We don't get to pick which ones.
There's a lot of truth in that and it makes for a good chuckle.
Our B&B is open again as we are having an unplanned visit from our friends from Ohio--a wonderful birthday surprise. Plus we pick oldest up from church camp tonight.
A houseful for my birthday. What more could I ask for?
I'll post pictures of all of our crazy adventures on Monday but for now I'm off to see the last of the Shrek movies. It's at the $2 theatre and who can pass up a movie on their birthday.
~Kisa
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Company
I'm taking a break from my company to type this blog post. My sister and her two kids and our friend G and her two kids are here. I think my husband is looking for things to do just so he doesn't have to deal with the seven kids currently staying here.
They are all behaving rather well, all things considered.
They arrived yesterday afternoon and we had everyone asleep around 9:30 which is pretty good.
Today we spent the day at the pool and had a wonderful time...though I think some of us got a little too much sun.
Tomorrow we are tackling Hershey park with all seven kids with varying heights.
PRAY for me.
They are all behaving rather well, all things considered.
They arrived yesterday afternoon and we had everyone asleep around 9:30 which is pretty good.
Today we spent the day at the pool and had a wonderful time...though I think some of us got a little too much sun.
Tomorrow we are tackling Hershey park with all seven kids with varying heights.
PRAY for me.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Weekend Update: Friends and a Finale
As I'm sure know, I spent most of Sunday watching the finale of LOST and I'm still processing my final thoughts. I hope to have them posted either tomorrow or Wednesday by the latest. Did you watch it? Were you happy? Were you disappointed. Right now, I'm a little bit of both.
I had surprise company to watch the finale with. It would have been better if they were Losties too, but alas they had never seen an episode. I'm sure my reactions were more entertaining than the actual episode.
Here's one of the cuties I spent the evening with and below is his sister. Mom and Dad were here too. But let's face it, once you have kids you are second fiddle. LOL JK B&B I love you guys too!
How was your weekend???
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Wordless Wednesday: One more day!
One more day and I shall return! One more day!
Monday, August 10, 2009
Weekend Update - ALS Walk, Visiting with Friends & Taking on clutter childfree
I went to the ALS walk with my kids this weekend. It is an annual event for our family. My aunt passed away for the insidious disease in 2005 and we all raise funds and walk together in her honor.
It is usually an amazing time.
Visiting my home town gives me a chance to catch up with my oldest of friends. I've been friends for more than 20 years with the two women in this photo. We have laughed together, cried together, raised children together and been there for each other. I would do anything for them.
My friend, Bobbie (in the blue stripes) just had a little girl in May (she's in the middle); her husband and son are on the far right and her sister is in the middle.
No matter how long it's been since we've seen each other we always pick up right where we left off. There is never any awkwardness.
Gotta love that.
Here is a photo of my MIL and my son at the ALS walk. He was tickled because the clown made him a balloon sword. When you are five there are few things better than balloon swords.
It is usually an amazing time.
Visiting my home town gives me a chance to catch up with my oldest of friends. I've been friends for more than 20 years with the two women in this photo. We have laughed together, cried together, raised children together and been there for each other. I would do anything for them.
My friend, Bobbie (in the blue stripes) just had a little girl in May (she's in the middle); her husband and son are on the far right and her sister is in the middle.No matter how long it's been since we've seen each other we always pick up right where we left off. There is never any awkwardness.
Gotta love that.
Princess E --- isn't she sweet!
Here is a photo of my MIL and my son at the ALS walk. He was tickled because the clown made him a balloon sword. When you are five there are few things better than balloon swords.
Here's all three Gs showing off their face paintings. Middle G is also holding up her balloon turtle that she could wear on her wrist. (I had the clowns make me one too..LOL)
I really like this photo of my kids and my cousin's daughter. It was her grandmother that died from ALS.
As for the rest of my week, I am taking on some clutter! My kids are spending a week (A WEEK!) at their grandmother's house and I plan on getting rid of some unnecessary crap! Wish me luck as I already feel like I've bit off more than I can chew!
What did you do this weekend?
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- kisatrtle
- I'm a 41 year old (gasp) freelance writer, school cafeteria manager, wife and mother. I have three children and one anxious and overweight beagle. I use my blog to make others laugh, to share some cool crafts, to document my lunchlady adventures and to lament about the challenges faced by us all on the journey called life. Thanks for visiting. Please leave some crack...um...I meant some comments.
