Bet that got your attention, didn't it? I had totally forgotten that "line" but heard it this weekend and just wanted to say it!!!! It's funny how you forget things and then something happens and it triggers a memory.
Finishing a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend. This was the fifth year without HC Baker, and I didn't get to see any of my children or grandchildren. Two are up north "digging out" and my nearby daughter worked. I did speak with all of them. Emily and her family were joined by TR Baker and his family for what I'm sure was a delicious dinner. Libby completed her day at work, went home and she and Tim had a cook out! It seems as if everyone had new Thanksgiving experiences! I had breakfast with Handsome Fella' and then he went to his daughter's home, and I went to my sister Linda's home. We both enjoyed very special family time. Holidays are hard. I have so much to be thankful for, but it takes a lot of energy to stay focused on that. My brain tells me to count my blessings and my heart points out memories. I always want to go to the Thanksgiving service at my church, but the last time I was there, HC Baker spoke about his faith journey through his illness. Somehow I just cannot go back there yet. Maybe next year. I am so thankful for my wonderful family and friends, and this year I added Handsome Fella' as one of my blessings. We both have lost our spouses of many years and it's such a comfort to be able to talk with each other about that. We understand the feelings and the emotions that will forever be a part of our lives. But we are also able to find joy in this new life, and we laugh.
I'm working!!!! I am a part-time seasonal helper at A Taste of Kentucky in Middletown. I'm having a ball but must admit I had forgotten about standing on your feet for eight hours! WOW! I am adjusting and enjoying this experience. We have so many lovely and unique things in the store, I love telling people about them. I'm learning about exceptionally creative people in the state who use their talent and gifts making the beautiful things we sell. Stop by and see me!!! (I'm working Monday and Tuesday, 11-7, this week.) And we sell CANDY!!!!! Mojeskas, bourbon balls, pull candy, Derby pies, Bourbon Barrel cakes, Blue Monday bars, and country ham, beaten biscuits, cheeses, jams and jellies, and on and on!!! All made in Kentucky!!!!
And here's another news flash. I made an offer on a condo and it was accepted! Had the inspection and am waiting for the decisions about that. The condo is in Plainview - Sycamore II and has 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 2 fireplaces and 2000 square feet. There's a lovely back patio with a privacy fence, a lower level with a really neat family room, the front faces a lake with a fountain and plenty of green space for my "girls" (Nutty and Maggie). I haven't had them over there yet, but I know they will love it! And guess who built them 35+ years ago? Handsome Fella' did!!!! It's been fun! Hoping to move in after the first of the year.
Excited about next weekend. TR Baker and Danielle are coming to Louisville for the weekend. We're going to celebrate the upcoming March 5 birth of a precious little girl, my NINTH grandchild and fourth granddaughter! How exciting is that? I can't wait to see them. It will be a quick trip, but such valuable time for me. Please pray for safe travels for them.
I hope all of you had a blessed Thanksgiving. We have much to be thankful for. I'm smiling as I think of all of you. xxoo
