We drove down to the beach for a special autumn birthday walk. It was delightfully misty and drizzly ~ the surf was invisible until we were almost in it! 
Then back to Grandma's house for homemade chocolate cupcakes (Raegan's request) and presents.
And special turkey treats.
Ahhh! Four years, now, under her belt! =)
I am delighted to have inherited some old table and bed linens from my great-Grandmother. Most are tattered and worn, but they are so dear, and the blemishes just seem to tell stories of loving use. This one is adorning my Thanksgiving table ~ the colors are so warm and fallish.
Our 9 year-old adopted orange Tabby. His first meal at our house was served in a Lloyd's Barbecue tub; hence, his name. It suits him. His favorite toys are batteries and baby socks to bat across the floor. We love our pudgy man.
Greenhouse ChiliBrown the ground beef and stew meat in olive oil with salt and pepper. Throw everything into a large crock-pot, turn it on "low" and forget about it for 8 hours or so.
Mix up a box of Jiffy corn muffins (add a couple handfuls of corn kernels to the batter before baking.)
Turn on some big band music and enjoy your feast together!
What perfect timing! We didn't know there was to be a launch from Cape Canaveral on the day we drove down to the beach to see the Atlantic. What a rare opportunity!
We simply had to visit SeaWorld.
I was so excited when we happened upon The Holy Land Experience. The buildings are beautiful, there's a museum with ancient Scrolls and Bibles, and there are plays about biblical events.
There are even camels! Isn't he so sweet?! If it wasn't for that hump, I think he'd make his escape under the gate!
Looks like the peanut butter passes inspection. The test required quite a LARGE sample!
The bird seed seems to be pretty tasty, too. That's right, she's eating it...
Do you think the little birdies will like these?
...or napping, or sun-bathing...Who could pass up this delightful spot for any pleasant pastime? It's so warm and bright here, being under one of three very generous skylights in our house. The two largest are 8 by 8'. The presence of these portals of sunlight is one of the reasons we called our home The Greenhouse. Plants thrive in the balmy glow, as you can see by the picture of two of my oxygen-releasing friends. Those who breathe oxygen thrive as well. The other reasons for naming our home as we did: I love the color green~for everything; we're really into the whole organic thing; and we do have a tiny greenhouse on the premises (more on that later).
We remember and honor each and every one who has served and is currently serving our country. We truly thank you for your great sacrifice.
OK, Grandmas and Grandpas, settle down. What I mean is, we've become the proud sponsors of this adorable little man. His name is Kener and he lives in Honduras with his mama and papa and big sister. We've been supporting his family for a few months now and have received letters and updates on his family and progress. Kener's mother writes the letters to us and they are long and full of information, and she hand-illustrates each page! They are such a joy to read. It is SO exciting to be a part of the lives of these sweet people. I recommend sponsoring a child through any of the great programs available. It will not only bless the receiving family, but truly enrich the lives of the sponsors!
