Yes, it is true! The rhubarb is coming up, and my tulip bulbs are growing leaves...now if the rabbits will leave them alone, I may have some spring flowers. Saturday, I spent the day raking up the fenced in part of the yard, cleaning up the debris from the dogs, and sticks from the trees over the winter. Then I raked along the south side of the house, and tackled the flower bed in the front. Needless to say, I could hardly walk straight the next day, from bending over, picking up piles of leaves, using muscles I hadn't used for a while. But it sure felt good to spruce up the yard. Steve and Kory stopped over to borrow the truck. They needed to pick up supplies for their bathroom that they are re-doing. Earl decided to wash the car,and theirs, and power wash the driveway. What a gorgeous sunny day! Hurrah! Then, Sunday, despite the aches and pains, we took an hour long walk with the dogs down to the park, and let them run around the ball field. They could hardly make it home. Monday, we went to a parish meeting, to discuss what the future is going to be for our churches, and Area faith community, in five years, when we may only have 1-2 priests for the four area churches, and what we felt was important ministries for everyone. Tuesday, I went to a baby shower for Katie, and her baby boy, who works with me. I presented the quilt we made her, plus a tote bag and outfit I made. Some of the younger nurses brought their little ones, also. As a friend reminded me, it didn't seem that long ago when I was in their shoes, toting around a bunch of little ones. Now, they remind me of my daughters, and their children, and I feel contented where I am at life right now, and can just be an observer, and a holder of babies. Later that night, we went to Alaina's orchestra concert, and listened to her play her cello. She was right up front, but wouldn't look at us much. She really was glad we were there.
Meanwhile, Jonnie and Grandpa were having a discussion about his jobs as a policeman, and firefighter. It was so great to see them talking together so intently. And Sawyer sat next to Mom, ate gummybear snacks, and lasted thru the 5th graders, and wanted to leave. We gave Alaina a plant of multicolored chrysanthemums to plant outside in her garden, and hopefully, they'll continue to come up for years to come.
Yes, it is true! The rhubarb is coming up, and my tulip bulbs are growing leaves...now if the rabbits will leave them alone, I may have some spring flowers. Saturday, I spent the day raking up the fenced in part of the yard, cleaning up the debris from the dogs, and sticks from the trees over the winter. Then I raked along the south side of the house, and tackled the flower bed in the front. Needless to say, I could hardly walk straight the next day, from bending over, picking up piles of leaves, using muscles I hadn't used for a while. But it sure felt good to spruce up the yard. Steve and Kory stopped over to borrow the truck. They needed to pick up supplies for their bathroom that they are re-doing. Earl decided to wash the car,and theirs, and power wash the driveway. What a gorgeous sunny day! Hurrah! Then, Sunday, despite the aches and pains, we took an hour long walk with the dogs down to the park, and let them run around the ball field. They could hardly make it home. Monday, we went to a parish meeting, to discuss what the future is going to be for our churches, and Area faith community, in five years, when we may only have 1-2 priests for the four area churches, and what we felt was important ministries for everyone. Tuesday, I went to a baby shower for Katie, and her baby boy, who works with me. I presented the quilt we made her, plus a tote bag and outfit I made. Some of the younger nurses brought their little ones, also. As a friend reminded me, it didn't seem that long ago when I was in their shoes, toting around a bunch of little ones. Now, they remind me of my daughters, and their children, and I feel contented where I am at life right now, and can just be an observer, and a holder of babies. Later that night, we went to Alaina's orchestra concert, and listened to her play her cello. She was right up front, but wouldn't look at us much. She really was glad we were there.
Meanwhile, Jonnie and Grandpa were having a discussion about his jobs as a policeman, and firefighter. It was so great to see them talking together so intently. And Sawyer sat next to Mom, ate gummybear snacks, and lasted thru the 5th graders, and wanted to leave. We gave Alaina a plant of multicolored chrysanthemums to plant outside in her garden, and hopefully, they'll continue to come up for years to come.
2 comments:
What a great weekend...and night on Tuesday. I so wish I could have been there, but the kids had me pulled in every direction.
Did you take that picture of your rhubarb? If so, I'm impressed. You've come a long way....:)
Awww, I love seeing my kids (: Alaina loves her plant and keeps it in her room! She loved having you there.
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