Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Felt better today...better than I have in over two weeks...and it's about time.

Flu-like symptoms minus the fever and a few aches. Coughing, or should I say "hacking", really did a number in my throat and chest. On another note... for two days Glenn was probably the happiest man in the world...I couldn't talk...laryngitis.




Thursday, October 24, 2013

The day after the wedding, Sunday, and after church services Gloria and I went to PCB for a few days of rest and relaxation. We did absolutely NOTHING, and it was WONDERFUL!

She even commented, "It's so nice just the two of us. I don't have to talk to you at all." HA!!! So funny... 

We did get our rest and a few pictures.

small feather floated around the balcony & 
landed on my knee

strange...but this is a bird in flight 
near the balcony 

a bird perched on my foot 

gorgeous skies 

beautiful sunset

and a great sister-in-law. 

Tuesday, October 15, 2013

HEARTS SPRING FORTH
*****
The early morning springs forth
out of a calm and restful night
to erupt into a cascading flurrying
of scheduled moments in time.

To an art of details
for a smooth and fine tuned day.
We give of our love
for completeness of the welcoming new.

A love of the common
yet so unique to their soul.
A birth of rejoicing
and two hearts unfold as one.
*****
mgf/10-14-13/PCB



WANDERING
*****
Out of the depths of the wanderings
of what was sheer confusion at times
emerges an understanding of a life at bay.
*****
mgf/10-15-13/PCB

Saturday, October 12, 2013

Congratulations Mr. & Mrs.Garrett D. Franklin
Saturday, October 12, 2013
2 PM
Memphis Baptist Church
Dothan, Alabama


Saturday, October 5, 2013

2013 AJG

~~~ Mansion on Forsyth ~~~
Savannah, Georgia
Sept 30 ~ Oct 2

The original house was built  in 1888 by the Kayton Family. For $45,000 the house was built with 18,000 square feet. The house was owned by two other families for approximately 50 years. 

A Mr. Kessler built the hotel to mimic the architecture of the original house. Master masons were brought in to lay the brick work because the bricks on the original house were laid so closely together.

This was my first experience in using a room key in the elevator to gain access to our floor. Our room was located on the second floor overlooking the pool. The room was so inviting.

hallways were adorned with artwork, statues, and unusual pieces

Mansion on Forsyth

After arriving at the Mansion and unpacking, we went across the street to Forsyth Park to take a stroll. As we entered the park fountain area, we were privy to a wedding that had just begun. We stopped for a few minutes to witness this special event in the park.

In Forsyth Park are massive oaks filled with hanging moss and a large white marble fountain beauty.

One of my favorite photos from Forsyth Park.

When we arrived back at the Mansion, we met up with our friends Wayne & Sandra East. Always a joy to see our friends from Gasden. We made dinner reservations at The Pink House where we enjoyed catching up with family news as well as good food. 

Pecan Crusted Chicken Breast 
w/Blackberry Bourbon Glaze
Sweet Potato w/Pecan Vanilla Butter
Collards and Rosemary Biscuits & Cornbread

With tummies full we headed back to the hotel for our first night of rest. 

Glenn & Wayne played golf on Monday while Sandra & I were shuttled down to Broughton Street for some shopping. I fell in love with the home decor store 24E. Oh to have the opportunity to start TOTALLY over with furnishing my house. 

Another unique store I enjoyed visiting was Go Fish. This store sells wares from artisans from all over the country living in poverty. As the founder said, "We are not a Christian company. We are a company that understands our call as Christians and believes 'as we have the opportunity, {we must} do good to all people.' Galatians 6:10" I purchased a beautiful necklace and scarf.

We found the neatest little eatery...Goose Feathers. With our convention dinner later that evening, we just needed a light lunch. Quiche, fresh fruit and bottled water was the perfect lunch for us and so good.
 

When lunch was finished, we walked down to Riverfront to do a little more shopping...especially for some pralines...for our dessert.

The Mansion's sister hotel, Bohemian, located on Riverfront is another beautiful hotel. In the back on the Riverfront is a large monument dedicated to WWII veterans. 

From the Bohemian we called for the shuttle to take us back to our hotel where we got ready for the convention dinner. Our cocktail hour afforded us time to visit with other friends attending.
Wayne & Sandra.......Bob & Wayne..;;...Mel & Glenn

Charlotte & Jeff.......our table.......Sheila & Carolyn

Our next day began with a brunch for the spouses & ladies that would be participating in the Trolley Tour. The AJG Group gave us a day's pass on the trolley to be used either Tuesday or Wednesday.
leopard stairway....................brunch food

our adventure

took this picture from the trolley & just love it

We rode the trolley for almost the round trip marking our first stop at City Market. From here we walked back to Riverfront to visit the Riverstreet Market. 

Calling again for the hotel shuttle we waited and were greeted by the same young man, Dewayne, who shuttled us on Monday. Being the sweet persons that we are, Sandra & I sweet-talked Dewayne into letting us off at Whitaker Street so that we could visit some antique shops & specialty stores. This was our best stop ever.

From this location we walked a couple of blocks and through Forsyth Park back to the Mansion .

All of us at the convention gathered together for a short cocktail hour before getting on trolleys that would take us to Vic's on the River for our dinner. Such a great night of good food, fellowship with friends, and lots of fun.

Carolyn & Sheila.......Phillip & Nola.......Glenn & Melanie
Love spending time with the girls

Chocolate fudge cake & amaretta cheesecake...yum, yum!
windows sights @ Vic's............dinner photo

After our delicious meal, a few took the trolley back to the hotel while the rest of us prepared for our Ghost Trolley Tour. 

Our trolley guide spoke a little about the tour as well as photography. He spoke of orbs. These are unexpected, typically circular artifacts that occur in flash photography. Oooooooooo.....ghosts!


Another great trip with the AJG Group and the friends we have made over the years. Looking forward to a year of guessing where our next adventure will take us with the AJG Group.

Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Beautiful Tables to Share with Friends

My church hosted a Tables of Love event
on Saturday, September 28th.
~ Speaker Julie Boyd, ventriloquist ~
~ Gift Drawing table full ~

There were many, many beautifully decorated tables. 
Take a moment to enjoy.






(Christa Glenn's table)



*******

My table reflected the scripture verse...
"...always giving thanks for all things
  in the name of or Lord Jesus Christ
to God, even the Father."
Ephesians~ 5:20




My table guests were Sue Clark, Debbie Williams, Gayle Brown, Donna Haisten, 
Sandra McLendon, Joy Kirkland and Teresa Tew. 

Heath Lee was our waiter for the evening.

Gifts of love for my friends were journal books.

"...Ever Grateful for Friends."