Wednesday Words - Larson

Wisdom is the reward you get for a lifetime of listening when you'd have preferred to talk.

Doug Larson

 

 

 

This really struck a cord with me as often I am or have been on the listening end of things with people; especially those I do not know well. And should we cross paths again I might recall an obscure piece from your life and inquire on this information. It might be about another family member, a goal, a pet, a life event or whatever really. And more often then not said persons are amazed and wonder how I know this or that or remark that I have an incredible memory. Maybe I do, maybe I don't; however, I personally would like to think I just paid attention and listened while we were engaged in conversation. I honestly cannot tell you the number of times I remember someone that I have had contact with and they have no clue who I am. And these are people I have shared a table at an event with, sat next to each other on a tour bus for half a day or belong to the same group for a time; it's incredible! I used to tell my husband I am the easiest person to forget you will ever meet.

Wednesday Words - Fields

I cook with wine, sometimes I even add it to the food.

 

~W.C. Fields

 

 

LOL

Flower Bed Removal Part 2

We have already removed one flower bed and I guess we did a good job since we were  requested to remove a second one! There is never a shortage of work when you own a home, glad at this point we are able to help out around the homestead for those in our family that request our assistance. We enjoy the physical activity for the most part and aren't afraid to tackle the chores others cannot or don't want to!

The bed scheduled for removal!

 I employed the use of a sledgehammer...it's a wander there were no injuries... 

 We also employed the use of the breaker bar and a spade.

 

It was a nice cool day for the work to be done. I prefer it to be cooler rather than warmer, however, this may have been on the slightly a little too cool side for me. Nonetheless, mission accomplished! 



Think we will throw down some grass seed after we spread the mound out in the next few days. I will get another picture when it is all done if I don't forget!

 

There may or may not be sore muscles tomorrow after swinging that sledge! And after all that fresh cool air I anticipate a wonderful night of sleep! We capped off the day with Dad at Del-Way.

 

#LifeIsGood

#YardWork

Snake in the grass!

Yesterday we did some yard work at the folks. Took out a flowerbed and sloped the dirt. It was not a big job but a job they wanted done We disturbed a lot of ants, had to leave a little bit undone due to a nest of baby rabbits and mostly accomplished the job. Today we returned and as I checked on the baby rabbit nest I encountered a S.N.A.K.E - yikes. Honestly, it was a little guy, but a snake is a snake is a snake in my world. I don't know if it was a good snake or a bad snake cause MiRV made it a dead snake. My dad thought it was a really big snake from the hollering I did. In all actuality it was as big around as my middle finger and maybe 15 inches long but it might as well as been as big as my arm and as long as I am tall cause it was still a snake no matter what size it was!

The REALLY B.I.G. snake!

 Taking care of business...

 

 

 Mission Accomplished!

 

Looks like we worked ourselves into a little more yard work since we did such a good job on taking out the little flowerbed they want the big one taken out too. I certainly hope there will be no more snakes! Rain in the forecast for tomorrow so looks like it will be a day to get those indoor tasks completed! Then we are planning to take in the local the current local theater production for some Saturday night entertainment! Living large, we are!

#idontlikesnakes

Wednesday Words - Holmes

The young man knows the rules, but the old man knows the exceptions.

Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr

 

 

Good thoughts and yet another reason for young and old to come together!

No Girls Allowed - Sorta!

Since we've been back in MO we are "neighbors" again with theLittles. It is so convenient for us and they don't mind that we pop in and use facilities on occasion. We also have "things" in their basement. MiRV and I are good help when we are around so it works well for everyone.

When they moved in last fall I stressed to them how important making their bed was. Often I would leave them encouraging notes when they completed that task and sometimes there were treats, too. They enjoyed it and a good habit was being born. When I called while we were away sometimes they reported they had been making their bed sometimes not. Sometimes I would ask them and sometimes I didn't. Since we have been back this time we have not been in the house as much seeing as we are not working on many tasks in the house but I couldn't help but notice the post on the door...I feel honored!

#Littlesarefun

Weekend Wrap Up

We were in MO for around 24 hours before we unexpectedly got back on the road to head north...when the daughter calls the parents go! We've been invited to tag along on the house hunting adventure for the weekend!

 



It was an absolutely beautiful day for travel. Blue skies and light traffic. Only bump was wind. We travelled the country roads mostly alone and it was a good day for a road trip! Not any direct route so getting off the interstate is the only way to get there. Takes just as long to drive into the big city even though we were not going as far north! Oh well!

Anyway, it's always good to see the Buds! We had a whirlwind weekend and call it a success on many fronts. PTL!  There was a lot of exploring, which is always fun. A movie and a few discoveries. There is good Chinese AND Mexican food to be had in this town. Lots of new to do and much yet to be discovered. It will be fun to return in a few weeks.

 They're adorable!

 

We were the "delivery team" for an Aunty in MO who didn't mail their Christmas! They were too cute opening their gifts.

 

 Better late than never...

The biggest reason for our trip was to secure housing. They had hoped to become homeowners; however, the market just did not have a lot to offer and there is no use in settling just to have housing. Thankfully, this little rental duplex was stumbled upon and will do them just fine! We think they will be really happy with the extra room (compared to their current 1BR apartment) and enjoy a garage as well as yard (which they don't even have to mow). So excited for them!

#newchapter
#movingagain