Sunday, 24 December 2023

Almost time to go

 It's hard to believe, but another year has passed and it's time for us to get ready to go to Myrtle Beach. We always look forward to going and this year is no different.   Our bags are all packed and the truck is also partially loaded.  We plan to leave early in the morning on Boxing Day.  We've been monitoring the weather and decided to leave 1 day earlier than planned to avoid any freezing rain that might occur.  So far there is rain in the forecast but the overall temperature is looking to be milder.  We really didn't want a repeat of last year.  Our plan is to spend an extra day in Asheboro, North Carolina.  That will allow us to get a bit of rest between the driving and maybe even do a bit of exploring in the area.




Tomorrow we plan to spend the morning with Mom and watch the service on our computer and then have a small Christmas celebration afterwards. It's hard to say goodbye for three months as you never know what the Lord has planned for her or us for that matter.  We'll keep in touch with the telephone and maybe even do a video call with her.  We're thankful to Linda and those who are staying home for helping to keep the visits up during our absence.  

Many of us will be in Myrtle Beach this year.  Lawrence and Teresa, Harry and Marian, Jim and Deb, Ed, Janice, Kelli and Justine, Sandra, Sean, Rosie, Tyson, Owen, Chelsea, Jordan and Hailey will all be here for varying time periods.  It will be nice to see everyone.



December 23 - lunch with Mom

On Saturday we got together with all the girls and Mom to celebrate Christmas. Marian was gracious to offer their apartment which made it nice and cozy.  We ordered Swiss Chalet and supplemented the meal with Caesar salad, cheesecake and some wine for toasting. We had a great time all together and Mom thoroughly enjoyed herself.

What a wonderful way to celebrate the advent season surrounded by family and loved ones.









Summer time

It's been a while since I have updated my blog. Times seems to go by so fast. We've been enjoying this Cardinal this year. He has decided to make his home near our backyard and absolutely loves the mirror on the fence. I wake up hearing him jumping up and down at 5:00 am in the morning. When we are sitting in the kitchen he comes to the window looking for us.  He loves to hear Ralph whistle and sings along with him. He has brought us so much joy this summer. 


The gardens are doing well this summer. We've had a lot of rain which certainly has helped. My vegetables are suffering from an invasion of Rollie pollies (potato bugs). They keep eating the zucchini and also destroyed most of the potato plants that were in the ground. I've put oranges in the garden as a deterrent which seems to help but the crop for these two veggies will be minimal this year. My herbs and lettuce have been amazing which makes me very happy. 




With all the rain we have gotten some beautiful flowers as well. 














Ralph and I have been spending time at High Park this year enjoying the birds. It reminds me a little of Myrtle Beach and it's good practice for the winter time. I really enjoy our time there. 











Saturday, 1 April 2023

Myrtle Beach - March 1 - 31, 2023

The last few memories from our trip to Myrtle Beach.