2022 Holidays | Merry Christmas!

December 26, 2022 by Debra

Hi, Merry Christmas 2022 to you. Our holiday festivities will be celebrated over a two week time frame beginning last weekend Saturday, December 17 thru next Monday, January 2, 2023. Funny how the older I become, the more I enjoy going slower. Enjoy the present a little more! The grand girls are the opposite, they have been so excited for Christmas morning and seeing what Santa brought.

We kick started the season with meeting up with my husband’s family on Saturday, Dec 17, 2022. Our Christmas gathering was at the Hollis Renewal Center. Our family has outgrown going to one family’s home to celebrate indoors during the chilly holiday.

Kevin’s siblings all were able to join; something I am truly grateful for! It was the second generation we missed. As the family grows time together is a commodity cherished when we can be together! They were missed as we had a wonderful time eating, playing games and celebrating this holy holiday Christmas.

Christmas with my parents was moved to Monday, January 2, 2023. Erika and her family had caught a cold from their travels the week before to Branson. Not wanting to pass the bug on, the decision to reschedule was made.

Kevin and I joined Erika and Shaune (and girls) on Saturday as previously planned; not to celebrate Christmas, but eat ham and beans and watch the Chiefs play football. The Chiefs won! Each time I am with the girls, I do my best to get our selfie. This day Brynlee was given the selfie stick and was in charge to take our picture this time.

My next post will feature the gathering for my folks, Erika’s family, Adam and my husband.

Merry Christmas 2022!

Best Wishes,

Thankful | Weekend

February 13, 2017 by Debra 2 Comments

Hi, as I sit here reflecting on my weekend- I have so much to be thankful for. You may hear me say many times, “I really do not want to wish my life away- however, I live for the weekends”. Each morning my feet hit the floor, I know it’s going to be a good day. Having had the joy of chemo and glows several years ago, it gave me a new perspective on life. It will be several years before I retire. Until then, I go to work (a four letter word) each week Monday through Friday. That’s not bad, just something one must do. Now the weekends are different. How the time is spent is of my choosing- a huge difference. This is why I love to live for the weekend!

Friday as I was driving home there was still daylight. I was reminiscing of the times Kevin would be burning the grass around the house. So as I was pulling into our drive, I had a delightful surprise!

No specific reason I enjoy this time of the year. Maybe it’s the sound of the burning crackling grass and the smell along with longer daylight hours that brings such great pleasure. Once the car was parked, I joined Kevin at the fence to watch and listen. Once the fire burnt out, I turned to look up the drive to the barn and the view was simply beautiful. The weekend was off to an excellent beginning.

These past several months, Kevin has been working evenings and weekends. It’s been awhile since we have had a breakfast date. I was thankful to enjoy one this weekend. I highly recommend the Retro Diner. The pancake breakfast was fabulous!

What are you thankful for?

Take care.

Best Wishes,

Thankful for Safe Lazy Days

January 23, 2017 by Debra

Hi, I am so thankful for safe lazy days! The past couple of weekends I have spent mostly at home not chancing my driving skills on the icy roads. I must admit, I did quite a bit of surfing- internet surfing that is!

One of my personal favorite speaker is Joel Osteen. His program this week covered- Feed your Destiny episode 714. Joel spoke of the importance to be a part of positive. This really hit home for me. I usually miss his TV program but am thankful for his webpage. Should you ever need uplifting, I recommend listening to one of Joel’s broadcast.

During my surfing, I found another inspirational webpage- ThankfulMe.net. Have you ever been in just a blah mood- not feeling good and not feeling bad? Well on this lazy filled day I was just that. Literally stumbled upon Kristi’s webpage and it’s now bookmarked as one of my favorites. Mind you that I had just listened to Joel stating that one should be with positive, encouraging people. Kristi lifted my spirits up with her simple Ten Things of Thankful. So I had to think of what I was thankful for these past couple of weekends.

First and foremost I am thankful for my husband who makes sure we have plenty of firewood to keep this stove burning; keeping the house warm!

Second for the moisture we are receiving- may our summer be drought free.

Third, for the road crews who keep the roads safe to travel.

And next, for Merle who keeps me company on these lazy days.

What are you thankful for? I would enjoy hearing them.

Take care.

Best Wishes,