Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.......

December 13, 1981

Sunday afternoon, December 13, 1981…mother calling to check on her very pregnant daughter so far away in Alabama and getting that “mother feeling”. Knowing what she needed to do for herself, she booked a flight for the next day arriving around lunch. Isn’t it amazing how a mother can sense situations? You see I, on the other hand and being selfish, wanted her to remain long after the birth rather than arriving long before the birth and leaving soon after.

Anyway, Glenn and I met mother at the Dothan Airport the next day and stopped by Pizza Hut for lunch. After lunch Glenn took us girls home for an afternoon of rest and girl “chit-chat”. Today was the first day of my maternity leave.

Spending an afternoon with mother was great. We made sure all was in order for the arrival of our little one. No, we didn’t have a clue as to the gender. Back then (get my walker), you didn’t have all these neat tests that are now so readily available to expectant mothers.

Our evening was enjoyable as we finished the day by playing cards (something my family loves to do). I was tired, left mom and Glenn at the kitchen table, retired for the evening for much needed rest. Little did I know that tonight would be my entrance into motherhood.

Making my way into the extra bedroom and crawling into bed with my mom having slight cramps (menstrual cramps prepared me greatly…); I knew there was no turning back now. (As if I could!) Within the hour, we awaken the “dad” to let him join in the festivities of waiting. What waiting? I had 3 hours at home and 3 hours at the hospital and then…….our little boy was born.

Today…he is 480 miles away and almost 28 years old. Levi…G…Allstar…G-Money… drumline…all names of Garrett, my son, who will celebrate his birthday with his grandparents in SC on Tuesday, December 15th.

Soar away....

ELO

Twi-Ladies

Our "New Moon" Nite Out

Forever thankful for my life’s journey

which could never be

what I desire

because of my love for Christ.

His Desire and Will is

and always will be my lead,

and I am so eternally grateful

that I am learning to follow

without challenge

to what is laid before me.

Imbedded upon my heart

are the quiet

but strong truths

that whisper ever so gently

to tighten the flowing ribbons

of founded obedience

and draw me back

and closer

to the foundation

upon which I stand.

Wishing all of you

a Happy, Happy Thanksgiving!!!

TWILIGHT

The Twilight Series by Stephanie Meyers has been popular with so many people for some time now. Most recently because of the New Moon release...her second book coming to life on the screen.

I never in all my life would have believed that I would have read her books. (The books were written about a relationship between a vampire and a human.) But because of a conversation among our Lunch Bunch at school, I decided to rely upon one's recommendation to read the first book. Such a well written book, for a first time author, that captured my attention so intensely that when finished with her first book, I couldn't wait to read the next one. I even called one from the Lunch Bunch at 8:30 one evening and said, "Are you finished with the second book? If so, bring it tomorrow!!!" I love reading books that make you sit on the edge of your seat. This series did just that.

November 20th...Friday night...our Lunch Bunch and a few other friends attended the showing of New Moon. We were so excited. Gina purchased tickets for us as soon as they went on sale...about three weeks prior to the movie. Now some of the other girls had attended the first book movie but I had only seen the DVD.

A decision...decisions...plans had to be made to make sure that we would get the best house seats. Ok...so...we parked our cars in front of the theater, and we walked over to a local restaurant for food and drinks. Plans were made to leave around 6 pm to go get in line for the movie which would begin at 7 pm.

Two of us left the restaurant early and went on over to get in line. There were some people already in line waiting for the next showing. We took our place alongside of them and began our wait. As the others arrived, more people did the same. By the time the previous movie let out the group of waiting "Twi" fans had increased and the crowding began.

Now we are at the front of the line waiting eagerly to enter the theater movie room. The movie guys are cleaning up and it is taking extremely too long to clean up. Ha-ha-ha...Gina tried to slip a few dollars to the guys to get them to open up and let us in.

Here we go.............another plan taking place. "Ok, the five of us will sit in the back and you four sit in front of us. Now we want to sit in the middle. Just be ready!" Here we go..........run-run-run!!! We're off and heading down the aisle....turn right...."Hey Cathy! Where you going? Up here!" Yea!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Whee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (Clap, Clap, Clap.....) We're in our seats...in the middle...and loving it! (Cathy had headed down to the floor seats and in the middle.)

As we were waiting for the movie to begin, chatter was heard all over the theater from "EDWARD" to "JACOB", magazine pages were fluttering as fingers hurriedly ran over the pages, and the silent "BUZZ" of I can't wait was really heard through the minds of those truly engaged in the writings of Meyer.

Oooo's and ahhh's as the show began and as Edward and Jacob made their first appearance was heard all through the theater. The metamorphism of the wolves was phenomenal. Yes, I'm a JACOB fan. And as always an end with a cliffhanger. Of course, true Twi fans know the answer.

Somehow I don’t think that this sign is meant for my driving.
(hee-hee-hee)

...I have a life beyond measure and friends that I treasure.

…I realize that worrying just takes away
precious time because it doesn't change anything.

…I don't allow people
to rent space in my head.

…I realize that my weaknesses
gave me my strengths.

...I can still think like a 25 yr old
but now I can apply wisdom.

…I understand knowledge is power.

…I believe stronger than ever
that beauty comes from within.

…I understand what
"life is a journey, enjoy the ride"
really means.

…I search for something
more meaningful than money

AND

.....This is my 55th post...How cool is that!!!

As I celebrate becoming 55 I realize that my life is filled
with abundant love, secure peace, a blessed hope and contentment
in how and why I have been blessed.

June 18, 1971 - Sweet Sixteen

Enjoy the music of Kris Allen...I do.

One year ago today I began this blog with fear and nervousness. Fear of others’ thoughts of what I wrote had always been kept hidden, and the unwritten word almost always remained as treasures on a notepad within my mind. Nervousness because I am so OCD when written/typed measures are taken that display details of my life.

This year I have been learning to capture my special life moments by writing about them in such a way that one might have a glimpse into how each event shaped my life this year. From my quest to overcome this writing fear, the death of a close friend, a renewing of a special friendship, the love for my parents to the ultimate love of my life – my husband…I believe that God has truly blessed me through this blog and made me realize that written words are to be treasured as past reflections of an emotional surge and that the words are strength in life.

Most important is the amazing agape love that I receive each and every day from my friends. One friend in particular I will always “Thank”. She is the very reason that I began this journey of blogging.

~W~…….these songs are for you!!!

"A friend is one who strengthens you with prayers,
blesses you with love and
encourages you with hope."

100 Patterson Avenue

Pecan orchard…dead end street…
mini-bike rides…street baseball…
under house community crawls…
attic house play area…
Mrs. Beasley…Monk-Monk…
leaf ditch forts…leaf yard mazes…backyard plays…
Mr. Gilmore’s…Mrs. John’s…Mr. Quicks…
Bryants…Wetherells…Dalys…Goodwins...
Pat-Griff-Laura-Jennifer-Mark-Frank-Mel
Ms. Verda’s “switch” bushes also used for tunnels…
clay ditch with homemade crawfish nets…
Jump the ditch…horn blowing (who’s car horn)…
mustang…VW…Gremlin…
BHS…Green Gremlins…Dairy Dream…
Huey...pizzas…your house-my house…
Tye-dye…flared jeans…dragging…
Lake Wallace…water skiing…Bumsey…
MGFWSQ…out of my mind…
Family Swim…Myrtle Beach…
Magic Attic…

The ocean breeze upon my face can either...

sting...

with all the strength of pins being pushed into a pin cushion

or

wash away...

with all the ease of a winged eagle in flight.

One Happy Wife.........................

In a group of 6 it was said,

"If we can make one wife happy,

then we're doing good."

I was the happy wife.

You will see my feet

in a retractable glass box

103 stories high

on the side of Willis Tower (Sears Tower) in Chicago.

See the street below.

WOW...such a jolt

running through my body

creating energy

beyond my wildest imagination.

What do you do with over 2000 photographs?

Do you stash them in a drawer?

Are they crammed in a box?

Are they just staying in their package on a shelf?

My dad loves to look at his photographs and to reminisce of days long ago. He loves to share his many memories of each one as he pulls them out with anyone who will sit and visit. Family is very important to him, and he has made me realize over the years how important we are to each other in our family.

In recent posts I had mentioned my dad's health. During my visit in July when dad was having several doctor's appointments, my brother and I tackled a large task that my dad really enjoyed watching us labor over. We took one of his chest-of-drawers (full of photographs) and ended up with several stacks of like photographs from many past events.

Then we lovingly placed each one into a safe, protective album...six albums to be exact.

Dad is so proud to have his albums where he can flip through pages and pages of photographs.
We were so happy to see our end result and a smiling dad.

Are we through? You must be kidding!!!! Until the next visit..........................

My anniversary gift...love ya babe!!!

My dad...........is really doing good. His surgery went well and

his healing is progressing nicely. We are so thankful.

To all my friends...I thank you for your prayers and concerns.

I've gone home for a few days. Dad is having

carotid artery surgery on Thursday.

We are encouraged that all will be well.

I've relaxed most of the day and simply enjoyed being alone. On the saturday mornings when hubby golfs, being alone is a great joy of mine. I do exactly what I want to do. If the phone rings, I may answer or I may not. (sorry friends). I like to read, watch movies, or nap on these mornings. Times like these make me more aware of my becoming more selfish with my time.
I've spent more time reflecting on life.

Family is important to me, and being so far away from my extended family sometimes consumes my every thought...just as it has these past 3 weeks.

Pa is my dad, daddy, father, friend, co-worker, etc. He has taught me how to be independent, responsibility, and the meaning of helping others. He is very thoughtful. He is 83 years old but very young at heart. He is my dad.

God blesses in many ways; some of which I have experienced recently. Realizing now that His plan was already in action before I knew makes my love for Him greater. He loves us unconditionally and wishes us His best.

Long story short...Found a terrific flight ticket home ($78), Dad fell 2 days prior to visit, ER, CAT, GP, MRI, NEURO, CTA, CARDIO, HT monitor, NEURO, ECHO, VASCULAR surgeon, ANGIOGRAM (next week), and possibly surgery the next.

I was blessed to be with my dad through most of this health process. I am blessed to have a mother, sister and brother who keep me well informed. I am blessed to have a husband who takes care of me and my emotional needs and encourages me to go home anytime.

I am blessed.

please, oh please...

another day

wondering

life's direction

GOD'S WILL or our will

search to discern

HIS WILL

acknowledge HIM

remain true

express faithfully

those who read this...are you?

so many times i try to manage my life without any help from my heavenly father. knowing full well that with Him everything is purposed within His plan for me, i still continue to stumble in my search for spiritual maturity. He is so good and loves His children...unconditionally.

i have been reminded of His grace and love, brought to my knees before Him (again), and laid guilt of a personal nature at His feet. He continually receives my sin and picks me up before Him as a washed, clean child.

i am so blessed beyond measure.

Our Love is Better than Ever and...

...a celebration of commitment and honor. Thirty-two years ago we became soul mates. Our road has been full of bumps, dumps, and jumps but without these "-umps" we would not be the mates that we were destined to be.

To my husband, I love you very much.

YES...I'm traveling again.

I love to travel and especially to my hometown of Bville. It is approximately 9 1/2 hours by car and just a few hours by air. I choose to fly whenever possible.

Helping our city's economy by departing from our airport would be great--not to mention the ease and convenience. However, this is impossible due to the flight cost. As large as our city is, we have only ONE air carrier provider - D. We have had 2 providers in the past but for some reason they disappear. I just don't understand. So.....I travel to Montgomery or Tallahassee for their reasonable rates.

Just a few days ago I was surfing on the internet for possible flights home through D. I always begin checking departures from Dothan, Montgomery, Tallahassee, etc. with arrivals to: Florence, Fayetteville, Charlotte, Columbia, etc. Bville is closer to Florence so I prefer flying there.

As I was checking D airlines to Florence, the prices were $732 from Dothan vs. $160 from Montgomery. WOW! What a difference. Now US-A flies out of Montgomery so if I'm going to drive to Mongtomery why not checks their prices...their Montgomery to Florence was $215. Ok...just a little higher than D, BUT check this out. I checked D to Charlotte ($432) and US-A to Charlotte---it was $78. WOW, DOUBLE WOW!!!

So I'm gone as of today for a week's visit with my parents and family.

Happy 83rd Birthday Dad!

Thanksgiving 2008

On his 80th birthday - 2006

80th Birthday celebration - 2006

Dad and Garrett

This is how we see you...the family "Wild Card".

...Love ya Daddy...

Goodwin Family Annual Trip...

Yep...that's me on the left hand side struggling to keep the water out of my mouth. This was an exciting adventure that Glenn and I took with my sister and her husband (Susan/David) yesterday. We ended our vacation time with a white water rafting excursion.

My parents, sister, brother and I had talked about going on a trip as a family like this but never made the effort to do anything about our talk so we finally did something 3 years ago. We planned a trip to the Smoky Mountains...ONLY our parents and us siblings (no kids/grandkids allowed...cruel aren't we). Glenn found the neatest cabin with great views, and we have stayed there each year. We are so accustomed to this cabin that we haven't really considered any other place to stay. There's plenty of room even if someone needs S-P-A-C-E from everyone.

This was our third year the four of us with our parents (and brother for the first trip) have traveled to the Smoky Mountains to spend several days together. We all arrive on Wednesday very tired, hungry and eager to share news about each of our branch families. After hours of catching up with the news and sampling everyone's snacks, we find our rooms and "sack out".

From shopping to golfing (for the guys) we have a great time. Each year we try to do something different. This year was the rafting and it was awesome. I was so afraid I would loose a contact from all the water that I knew would be coming in on me. A few times I thought I'd lost one but so what...as long as I didn't lose myself to the water hole. Cathy...I kept my feet hunkered in under the guy in front of me. I did remember what you said.

Yak...Yak...Yak...at PCB

We talked, shopped, ate, talked some more, sat on the beach, ate, sat on the balcony, shopped some more and just relaxed doing things we wanted to do without having any responsibilities other than meeting our needs/wants. Whew...What a great week!

Sue and I go way back. We became friends when my son, who is now 27, was attending the school where she taught first grade. Our friendship was so immediate. You know how you meet someone for the first time, and know that a friendship will grow with truth, honesty, and a listening ear. She's one of the few friends I have who fell into my heart friendship pocket.

We don't see each other as much as we'd like because our jobs are at different schools and our lives are so busy with our families. Recently we made it "our business" to meet once a month at a favorite restaurant. I believe this PCB trip will become an annual vacation for us.

With a breeze on the beach, on the balcony, and through the vents in the car...we'll definitely make another PCB trip for some more yak...yak...yak!!!

GOLF WEEKEND -----

Salads, tomato pie, oranges --- reading, napping, movies ---

no answering phone, no washing clothes, no getting dressed --- YEP!!!
I am having a wonderful time. Hubby is on a golfing trip.

I'm eating what I want and doing what I want.

It's wonderful to have moments like these to yourself.

BTW -- Hubby just called...and

HE'S HAVING A BLAST!!!

Here I go again…music, music, music!

I love music. For those close friends of mine, you know how I sing out and love to move with the beat. There are just so many good old songs that made me who I am today but I can’t keep up with the many songs that I want to share with you. So sorry to say that…my Tuesday Tunes will need to disappear because my OCD is kickin’ in pretty good.

My postings are still very special to me and even some of my friends don’t understand where I’m coming from with this “music issue” I have. Before I post I always make sure that the music reflects the mood in which I wrote. I know that crazy but it’s who I am.

I received my hometown newspaper trecently, and there was an article about a dance place that I once spoke of in a blog---Coachman Four. Oh, the memories that come to mind and the stories that I could tell about a wonderful place where we all gathered to dance. The Shag was the most famous dance of all. Oooooooooooooooh…what fun we had!

I miss my dancing days with my friends.

No, I'm Not Leaving Anytime Soon...........................

(READ FIRST, then close your eyes and float...)

Dream On (Aerosmith)………………..It’s true what he sings. I looked at myself and saw my past staring me in the face. I knew things…they all came flooding back to me. I had to lose to win…my self to new life. I did (1981)!

So…be reminded that God loves unconditionally always and sing with me, for the laughter, tears if just for today…tomorrow the good Lord may take me away.

WHOO -HOO!!!

Ever wonder how you survive in your workplace. I survive with great friends who understand my need for "being alone and quiet". I love my job but sometimes it just becomes too much for me. This was the year.

SO.....................Hallelujah!!! School is out for me on Friday, and I am so glad. Rest, relaxation, joy, peace, calmness, and travel...not to mention eating. I will cherish each and every day this summer as I renew myself to the education workforce.

..........SCHOOL'S OUT FOR SUMMER..........

Tuesday Tune

This "Tuesday Tune" is for my mother.................My mother encouraged us to open our minds to music. Her favorite instrument is the piano. She is my favorite artist, and she helped shape my personality.

Mother.....

What could be better than a scheduled flight to your hometown especially on a “Mother’s Day” weekend? I couldn’t think of anything better so I booked a flight for last Thursday evening. Whoo---hoo!!!...I was so excited. (My husband and son were leaving Wednesday evening for the Players Championship, and I really didn’t want to stay here by myself.)

Traveling to MGM is never that bad and really a pleasant ride. With my windows rolled down and sunroof open, my XM Radio blaring, and my unusual voice singing along with the songs, I always have a blast and am in MGM before I know it. NOT THIS TIME ~~~ rain had poured so much in the town that some roads and even parking lots were covered with water and slowing traffic to a crawl. I’m so glad that Papa called and warned me about the weather and encouraged me to leave earlier.

Airports are so crazy to me. Loud speakers…new rules since last flight…changing gates…unique people (yes, I’m a people watcher)…almost undress for security reasons!!! BUT I love the chaos except when it makes me late. I was scheduled to leave ATL at 8PM Thursday evening. The only problem was I arrived in ATL at 7:45 PM (20 minute delay in MGM ~ 15-20 minute delay on ATL runway). Thank goodness that my gate was in the same concourse and only 4 gates over.

Deplaning at 7:55 PM and running to my gate………I saw the sign that I didn’t want to see “STATUS: Closed” No-o-o-o-o-o…it can’t be!!! I quickly and silently made my presence known as I stood very close to the gate counter where a very nice lady asked if she could help. “I just landed. Is it really closed?” She responded in a very confident and authoritative voice ~~~ “It’s not closed until I close the door. What’s your name?” Oh my sweet and wonderful angel! She rekeyed the info and let me on that last plane to FLO. My mom loves you!!! Home… home… home… whoo-hoo!!! My parents met me in FLO, we headed home, and our blast of a weekend began.

To sum up the weekend for me with my mom, I write these words from a card I sent her a few days ago ~~~~~ "When we get together we…Talk like we’ll never run out of time…Laugh like we’ve had too much to drink…Eat like we’ve never counted calories…Wonder why we don’t get together more often. These are some of my favorite times." I really had a great time. A most treasured moment from this weekend was my being able to share in an emotional time with my mother on Saturday when her sister passed away as we stood around her bed. Being so far away I miss many emotional times with my mother, happy and sad times.

My mother is one of the most important people in my life and in whom I have a lot of confidence. She is my rock of support and encouragement and truly loves me unconditionally. My Mother’s Day was awesome…I was with my mother.

"TUESDAY TUNES"

I am so loving these "Tuesdays". Listening to past music I loved (and still do...just don't get around to listening as much as I once did...like ALL DAY LONG and EVEN NIGHTS... with headphones on) and trying to pick the best ones that molded my being has been so awesome.

This artist really takes me back to the days of Coachman 4. This was a very unique gathering place in my small hometown with lots of music and dancing all night long.

Jerry Butler

"TUESDAY TUNES"

Today's Feature

The Guess Who

"Another artist that shaped my personality..."

Our Precious Ginger

Asleep

Awake

She is such a blessing. We love you girl!!!

What helped to shape my personality...

Writing comes very hard to me. I analyze each and every word I write and when written, I continue to think of "what ifs...". I also like to have special music to compliment my written word or photos applied. So, the task of choosing music helps me to settle down (about my writing)...a little.

I have always loved music...especially the Motown Sound. Jazz and Blues are a favorite too. Heck fire...I love ALL KINDS of music. Anyway, I was listening on Playlist the other night and trying to find just the right song for a blog when I came across a "Playlist" that to me was so-o-o-o great. Some of the songs I hadn't heard in over 20 years. One song was by Carlos Santana.

This got me to thinking about the many bloggers that spend extra time to make their viewers feel "Welcome". I always enjoy the "Thoughtful Thursdays", "Fashion Fridays" and other ones. So that's why I created my "Tuesday Tunes". I want to celebrate my past with you through the music that helped shape my personality.

"TUESDAY TUNES"

"Fashion Friday"..."Thoughtful Thursday"... "Wacky Wednesday"..."Terrific Tuesday"... "Moody Monday"...Many bloggers have chosen to have these special times on their blogs.

I love music. So "blog in" on Tuesdays for a music ride of "Tuesday Tunes".

Today's Feature

Carlos Santana

Peace in the midst of turmoil...

Close your eyes...

Be still...

Listen!

Forget for just a moment.

Embrace joy!

Happy Easter!!!

Glenn & Melanie

Garrett & Hannah

Do you have a strong foundation?

To begin I will tell you about my home foundation and the threat of concern I've encountered over the last few days due to the recent rains (flooding more like it). Our home is situated slightly lower than our neighbors; thus, extra water runs over for a visit. Our sidewalk in the front was full of water as was the ground in our front yard. Each step was a squish-squish. Remember how we loved to have mud mixed with water squish through our toes when we were young. That's it. Not so loving it now. With no place for the water to drain, it found its way through the cracks and into our home in our sunken den area.

Sidewalk area w/sandbags &

homemade tent to catch roof rain.

So after pulling up a portion of the carpet, we've spent a number of hours vacuuming water with the wet-dry vac and praying for sunshine. After several talks with a contractor and architect we're ready for a dry spell so we can make the necessary accomodations to our home to prevent future water issues. God blessed with two days of sunshine so far. The threat of rain tomorrow will be a test as we placed a compound against the leakage areas (recommended by architect).

Compound applied to areas

On Tuesday night after many of my rounds of vacuuming water up, I went to bed drained and emotionally overwhelmed. I could not cope any more. I met God somehow in all of this turmoil as I lay energy spent. He, through His infinite wisdom and omnipotent presence, brought me back to His foundation. I slept so well that I almost forgot our water issue.

I am so honored to have the christian values that God has allowed me to cherish through my salvation. He is The Promise of my life and most importantly...
the Foundation of my life.

STOMP

STOMP by Kirk Franklin

From the time I could hear sounds music has been an important part of my life. Growing up mother played the piano and sang. My siblings and I would sit/stand around and listen or even sing along. We even took piano lessons. I rank about last among the three kids. Mother played by “ear”, and we loved to hear her play her rendition of “boogie woogie”. It was so lively you wanted to kick up your heels…and we did. Music and dance was good at the house. Just ask the “Brightsville Shuffle” fellow.

As we grew each sibling had a different beat in their heart. Sister had that “shag” going on, I “grooved” with Motown, and brother “rocked out” with KISS and QUEEN. Our taste in music continues to change as we become older. I’ve seen more gospel/praise, country, bluegrass, etc. around our homes. All types of music is good for the soul.

I personally love all types of music because the sound, rhythm, and lyrics allow my emotions to feel beyond the unimagined. I can totally immerse myself into a song, close my eyes, and feel; thus, I begin to move. Any song that can make a person feel to consider a new possibility is worthy of listening to.

Now…church related music. I love the hymns, praise, 7-11, whatever. Most often people make decisions about church songs by what others say, how the music sounds, etc. without really taking into account what God has in store for us through these various types of song worship. I really missed a good sermon on music and other topics Sunday I’m told. (I was visiting mother and dad at their church in SC.)

Anyway…..

• I love music, will continue to sing out loud…on key or sometimes off key.
• I love music, will continue to sing my Motown and dance to it.
• I love music, will continue to sing in church and share my talent (ha-ha), and sing songs in the choir I might not like but hey! I sing to worship and praise my Heavenly Father…not you.

Help me because Spring is coming our way, and I am still "winter lazy"!!!

Every time new life erupts from the earth's floor a smile comes across my face. There's just something about the beauty that the earth unfolds. I know that we sometimes help out by planting seeds but what glorious finds we see when birds/insects help with their in-flight transport of flower pieces.

How can you not love this picture!

One of my azaleas as the blooms are beginning to fade and fall.

Camellias are so beautiful. I love to place them in my home.

What am I going to do? My yard really looks bad...I mean bad. I've done nothing to prepare for Spring. And...Spring Break begins tomorrow at 3 pm.

Sorry yard! I am flying to mom and dad's on Saturday for a few days of relaxation, eating whatever (yes, you WW girls...whatever I want), sleeping late, lying by the pool, eating (again), reading to my heart's content, eating (again) and working in the yards with my dad to include planting flowers, cleaning the pond area, cutting the fields as I sing with my ipod at the top of my lungs and breaking beaver dams. This is my idea of complete and total fun at my mom and dad's. Just laid back enjoyment and maybe some homemade popcorn at the end of the day. Yum!!!!! Yum!!!!!

Wish you could come with me!!!