Drivin' 55

It is April of  2019. The year that marks my 65th trip around the sun.  Somehow, I always knew that I would make this landmark. There was never a doubt in my mind. The first 65 years have been trouble free. Moderate medical issues. One simple surgery in 2017.  This year will also mark 47 years of marriage to one man. Give me a standing O now, please! It’s incredible to recognize that I’ve know this man for almost 50 years. I don’t regret one single day. Not one.  Sure, there have been times that were filled with questions and struggles. But there have been so many more days that we’re fun filled, raising our two perfect children, living the life of suburbia, two working parents doing their best. Usually, I like to make a big deal about my birthdays. Especially after the surprise party when I was seven years old.  See, my parents were getting divorced at the time of my 7th birthday, Enter my Uncle Frank and Aunt Evelyn to the rescue.  Major ...

Little Molly was rehomed just about a year ago From a neighbor down the street. Single mother of 3 children could no longer take care of Molly. An email champaign circulated our neighborhood, Once I saw her photo, I immediately said I want her. Next day I walked over to the house to greet Molly. I sensed some shyness and apprehension on Molly’s part But my dedication in making her feel special was my only concern. Today, she’s a very happy, secure and faithful little Havvie.

I feel the need to share again. To put my thoughts on the table for those to read. Nothing earth shattering, I don't think, but none the less, I feel the need. Turmoil? Unrest? No...perhaps wishing for a little more happy in my life. How do I find a little more happy? You can't rely on other people to make you happy. Happiness comes from within.  Happiness comes from myself.  I am responsible for my own happiness.  There it is. How shall I proceed to find that happiness?  Getting involved in my creative side?  Allowing that instinct to flow once again? Since the company I worked for closed last year, I have felt as though there was a void in my life.  The void stems from not having that financial security I once had.  Oh, I have a part time job in a field I never thought I'd enter.  Food industry.  It's fun actually, but I'm sure that is because I work with a awesome woman who is my friend.  A person I thought would never give me...

Is it because you feel small?  Is it because you fell I inadequate?  Do you not look at both sides of a story?  Let's just go first to violence. Innocent business owners don't deserve this violence. They are small business owners.  Hard working people. Whites. Blacks. Latino. Ruin their lives because clearly you do not know the facts. 12 people spent 70 hours listening to 60 witsnesses over a period of time. Yeah, you know better.

The last couple of days have been hard ones. This may be contributed to the tons of rainy weather, But I think that's just an excuse. I'm waiting for the things I need, because I think it is time. He has another plan. I will plow ahead.

* When did my husband start falling asleep at 8:00? * TV sucks on Friday night, guess that's why everyone goes out * Come on people, Atlanta barely received a millimeter of ice, what's the problem with the news? * Yes, I made my appointment for my mammogram ...it's Tuesday, wish me luck! * I really dislike Sharktank. * Who knew Catfishing had nothing to do with fish? * I think I can read my cat's mind. He thinks I'm cool. * Whenever I'm on the upward side of being sick, I want fried rice.

Merry Christmas to Family and Friends....

... What shall I do? Get in the car and drive to the gulf? Become one with the ocean? Return to the womb for 3 days...spend the next 3 days reading? Sleeping? Crafting? What, shall I do?

The 4th of July isn't just our Nation's birthday, it is my husband's birthday , too. Happy Birthday, you little firecracker!

Don't ya just hate it when someone in your household, who will remain nameless, purchases the wrong kind of toilet paper?  I'm sorry, but I have a particular kind that I like and not for the obvious softness or flaking issues, but for no other reason other than longevity.  I just absolutely hate it when you must replace the roll several times a week.  It's really all about time savings, after all! Have you ever been to someone's house, you know, the great big 4,000 square foot homes and excuse yourself to use their powder room only to find single sheets? And what is this all about?  The last two times I visited my mom and used her bathroom, I found a new roll of tissue sitting on top of the spent roll!  This is the same woman who hounded me "...a place for everything and everything in its place...".  Both times, I just replaced the roll, threw out the old cardboard and never said a thing. It is mind boggling.

Sometimes, paper is just paper. And when you work in a crafting store, you see a lot of paper. But when the new Teresa Collins line "Every day Moments" and "Fabrications" arrives and you go absolutely crazy for every sheet of paper and all embellishments! Here is a card I made for my mother's 79th birthday. Mom hangs my cards up on her wall just like when I was 5 ...wait a minute...I wonder if she really likes it!

...I was in Arizona...

Trying to figure out how to blog from my iPad, well, that much I know. The question is...how do I add photos. Soooo... Can you see the photo?

Now,of I could figure out how to import my photos from my iPad, I could have posted an appropriate photo. As for the game, I really don't like either teams, if I had to pick one....giants

Peaceful AND serene

I'm reminiscing a bit these days. Remembering the days when my babies were little ones with runny noses, missing a front tooth, or those awful nightmares in the middle of the night. My babies needed me and I relished the moments when only Mommy could take away the fear or dry the tears. Where have those years gone to? I thank God that little Jack is in my life. He is such a dear. Children bring such joy.

Whew!  That was odd!  I know I haven't blogged in forever, but finally I was able to log into my Drivin' 55 blog. Just wanted to wish everyone a Very Happy New Year.  Be safe tonight.  We plan on being home at 10 tonight.   PEACE

Seeing this little angel makes me realize that I so miss my little Heidi.  She gave us thirteen wonderful years as a faithful, loving, sometimes obedient beagle!  I always considered her to be "my" dog and in looking back over my life, I know she cannot be replaced, but seeing this little beauty makes me wonder if maybe, just maybe, there's another little sweetheart due to share my home and heart again. By the way, I found this photo on  Pinterest .  If you haven't stumbled upon it, let me just warn you that once you visit this site, you will have spent several hours just wandering around.  

Sometimes, ones morning presents itself with a jolt of adrenaline that causes the old heart to nearly explode.  Like this morning by chance! It's usually our habit to check banking statements, especially after paydays to insure  monies have been deposited as they should. Well, this morning, our bank displayed a balance that did not compute. It did not compute! Why shouldn't banks be available at 6:10 in the morning?   If any updating should occur, I vote for 2:27 a.m.,  not 6:10 a.m.!   A person could have a heart attack.... after 2 phone calls, we thus discovered all deposits were applied.   Geezzzz...didn't need caffeine this morning.