Happy 4th to everyone! Got back from watching our lovely fireworks display with sis, Laura, and just enjoying some nice weather compared to other fellow country men and women. Was a lovely 70 compared to the triple digits elsewhere. The fireworks were lovely with smiley faces, hearts, and just bright colors. Got to also stop and reflect on how ( Read more... )

Thank you to all our servicemen and women for all their sacrifices so that we all may be safe and secure. Especially those who gave the ultimate sacrifice, death so that we may live free. You are all in my thoughts and heart.

Merry XMas, one and all on my FL and to everyone who reads this. May you have a fantastic holiday, whichever you celebrate, with friends and family!

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I can't believe I'm late on this..... International Holocaust Remembrance Day is usually a day I at least take a moment to remember those who are gone due to intolerance and those who have suffered for such. I usually read some on the Holocaust just so I know what the Remembrance day is for. This year, though, Jan. 27 just got away from me real ( Read more... )

Well, I feel accomplished this year. I've had my gifts wrapped for a week. We've already looked at lights a week and a half ago. We had our tree up and decorated by the 13th. This has been a good holiday season with tons of good cheer and sweetness (a wee bit bitter in that it's Xmas number 4 without Dad). I've enjoyed the decorating, the gift- ( Read more... )