Friday, November 24, 2006
Thursday, November 23, 2006
Thursday (THANKSGIVING)
Talked to Celia, who was really interested in the Thanksgiving parade, but took time out to talk with Pops (and Mamu, but mostly Pops). We are trying to teach her to greet us with "Yo, Pops!" Giving her the Philly flavor. We can't wait to take her to the Philadelphia Thanksgiving parade.
I made Sweet Potato Rolls for our dinner this afternoon at Jean's house. Will try to upload some pictures tonight.
Dinner was great and the company was excellent! It is always fun to be with Jean, Aldo and their girls. Gi and I worked on some crochet patterns.
I have MUCH to be thankful for!
I made Sweet Potato Rolls for our dinner this afternoon at Jean's house. Will try to upload some pictures tonight.
Dinner was great and the company was excellent! It is always fun to be with Jean, Aldo and their girls. Gi and I worked on some crochet patterns.
I have MUCH to be thankful for!
Wednesday Morning
Boy, am I glad I came home yesterday! The weather in Charlotte is so bad (rain and high wind) that the airport is delaying flights. I know it would be miserable driving.
I called E, Hunt and the girls and talked to them all. Celia saw some turkeys! Sounds like they are doing great.
Good thing I recently signed up for unlimited long distance calling on my home phone. I hope to have lots of conversations with Celia in the future.
I called E, Hunt and the girls and talked to them all. Celia saw some turkeys! Sounds like they are doing great.
Good thing I recently signed up for unlimited long distance calling on my home phone. I hope to have lots of conversations with Celia in the future.
Mamu Leaves
Tuesday began bright and early when Celia woke at 4:00AM. I went in and talked with her a little and snuggled (what a treat for Mamu, even at 4:00AM). It didn't take long for Celia to settle down but then I couldn't go back to sleep. Finally got up around 5:00, showered and went down to the basement to check on work and start the last load of wash (sheets). E was up gathering the bags to take the girls with her. It was finally time to get the girls and we had grits and eggs and strawberries for breakfast. It was a flurry of activity until 9:15AM when we loaded up the girls. E had moved the car seats on Monday night (with some help from one of Dave's friends) and we had set up the DVD player. We got them all hooked up and turned on the DVD and we were off.
I had a nice drive listening to my CDs and thinking about my time with the girls. I am soooo glad that I am retiring so that I can have times like these. Dave and Mary have done a great job with raising Celia and Bennett. Their love shines in, around and through the girls and Celia understands that God can help her through everything. He put "happy thoughts" in her head every night to help her go to sleep and she asked Him to take care of her family in her prayers at night and at meals.
I had a nice drive listening to my CDs and thinking about my time with the girls. I am soooo glad that I am retiring so that I can have times like these. Dave and Mary have done a great job with raising Celia and Bennett. Their love shines in, around and through the girls and Celia understands that God can help her through everything. He put "happy thoughts" in her head every night to help her go to sleep and she asked Him to take care of her family in her prayers at night and at meals.
E Comes
With Fran gone on Sunday and Jess gone Monday morning, Celia and Bennett and I settled down and enjoyed a day together, reading books, watching Sesame Street and playing with the Pooh house.
E got there after the afternoon nap and the girls were sure happy to see her. Of course, the first activity was reading a book (see picture). E packed for the girls and I worked on some of the wash. For dinner I went out for Chick-Fil-a (Celia's favorite) and we had some of Pop's macaroni and cheese. I gave Bennett her bath and E took care of Celia. E and I both read to Celia at bedtime and "talked" with her. Her favorite "talk" with me was "Mamu's Grandmama's house". I told her about the BIG swing on the porch and how 3 people (Mommy, Daddy and Celia and Bennett, since Bennett is very small) could enjoy swinging on the porch. We talked about the chickens and how I went to their little houses and gathered their eggs and about the cows and how my Grandmama milked the cow. Celia was very interested in talking about the garden and especially about the corn that grew in the garden and fed the cows and the chickens. She was excited to discuss the peanuts that also grew in the garden, since peanuts are one of her favorite foods.
Today's pictures include some of the pictures from Pop's camera.
E got there after the afternoon nap and the girls were sure happy to see her. Of course, the first activity was reading a book (see picture). E packed for the girls and I worked on some of the wash. For dinner I went out for Chick-Fil-a (Celia's favorite) and we had some of Pop's macaroni and cheese. I gave Bennett her bath and E took care of Celia. E and I both read to Celia at bedtime and "talked" with her. Her favorite "talk" with me was "Mamu's Grandmama's house". I told her about the BIG swing on the porch and how 3 people (Mommy, Daddy and Celia and Bennett, since Bennett is very small) could enjoy swinging on the porch. We talked about the chickens and how I went to their little houses and gathered their eggs and about the cows and how my Grandmama milked the cow. Celia was very interested in talking about the garden and especially about the corn that grew in the garden and fed the cows and the chickens. She was excited to discuss the peanuts that also grew in the garden, since peanuts are one of her favorite foods.
Today's pictures include some of the pictures from Pop's camera.
Monday, November 20, 2006
Day 5 Text
Pops left early Sunday morning and Jess left about 10:00 this morning. We made cupcakes and went out to Target last night just before dinner. Chicken and dumplings for dinner but the girls were not impressed. Kayla and Jack stopped by for a visit. It was fun to play. Jack has some cool binoculars. We had cupcakes together after lunch today. It is nap time now but I have to do some work as the databases are falling apart.
More later, I hope.
More later, I hope.
Sunday, November 19, 2006
Day 4 text
So much fun today! TWO trips to the park, lots of books and a BIG walk!
Pops made dinner tonight... macaroni and cheese, ham steak and steamed broccoli. Celia ate macaroni until I thought it would come out her ears. Finally found something Bennett wasn't crazy about (macaroni & cheese) but she more than made up for it with the ham...and not a bite found its way to the floor!
Pops made dinner tonight... macaroni and cheese, ham steak and steamed broccoli. Celia ate macaroni until I thought it would come out her ears. Finally found something Bennett wasn't crazy about (macaroni & cheese) but she more than made up for it with the ham...and not a bite found its way to the floor!
Day 3 Text
Fran got here today about lunch time. The girls were glad to see him. Celia kept saying, "I'm so glad to see you, Pops!" We went out to McDonalds for dinner. There was a piano playing all by itself in McDonalds. And then Aunt Jess came in about 7:00. We were surprised! Only a couple of pictures to share for today.
Thursday, November 16, 2006
Day 2
Okay, I am going to have thighs of steel. I must have gone up and down the steps 200 times today alone. This is a great way to get into shape.
Celia and I made cookies today. Since it was Mr. Matt Howell's birthday, we sent some cookies home with Kathryn when she came to visit this afternoon. Mr. Jake and Ms. Melissa also came by to visit and got a bag of cookies to bring home with them. Ms. Melissa will need the energy from the cookies because she is packing tonight.
Bennett is being very sweet. When I went in to pick her up after her nap this afternoon, she put her little forehead against mine and rubbed them together and just giggled and giggled. We are having lots of fun. Her favorite thing is to play with the farm and animals on the refrigerator. (see the picture)
Celia was sad tonight when she went to bed but we talked and she said to tell Mommy that she wants a cow so that she can have milk from a cow and from the store. I guess she will be doing a comparison. Yes, we have had some wonderful talks. She is happy that Pops will be here tomorrow and I am, too! And then Jess the day after and E on Monday. KULPFEST!
I told her I will show her my blog tomorrow so that she can see the pictures.
Celia and I made cookies today. Since it was Mr. Matt Howell's birthday, we sent some cookies home with Kathryn when she came to visit this afternoon. Mr. Jake and Ms. Melissa also came by to visit and got a bag of cookies to bring home with them. Ms. Melissa will need the energy from the cookies because she is packing tonight.
Bennett is being very sweet. When I went in to pick her up after her nap this afternoon, she put her little forehead against mine and rubbed them together and just giggled and giggled. We are having lots of fun. Her favorite thing is to play with the farm and animals on the refrigerator. (see the picture)
Celia was sad tonight when she went to bed but we talked and she said to tell Mommy that she wants a cow so that she can have milk from a cow and from the store. I guess she will be doing a comparison. Yes, we have had some wonderful talks. She is happy that Pops will be here tomorrow and I am, too! And then Jess the day after and E on Monday. KULPFEST!
I told her I will show her my blog tomorrow so that she can see the pictures.
Wednesday, November 15, 2006
Day 1 text
Well we have had an eventful day/night. Turkey, cheese and zuchini for lunch. I layered the turkey and cheese and cut it into circles, which Celia really liked. Spaghetti for dinner, as you can see.
Bennet is confused and keeps looking at me like " who are you and what have you done with my mommy!" But she is doing well, considering.
Celia is doing exceptionally well. The question of the day..."Where's Mommy/Daddy?", which she answers for herself "Prague...". Bedtime was tough but bathtime was a hoot. No pictures...too busy. She misses her Mommy and Daddy but is looking forward to craft time tomorrow and Pops and Aunt Jess coming soon.
Bennet is confused and keeps looking at me like " who are you and what have you done with my mommy!" But she is doing well, considering.
Celia is doing exceptionally well. The question of the day..."Where's Mommy/Daddy?", which she answers for herself "Prague...". Bedtime was tough but bathtime was a hoot. No pictures...too busy. She misses her Mommy and Daddy but is looking forward to craft time tomorrow and Pops and Aunt Jess coming soon.
Mamu's ramblings
Well we have had an eventful day/night. Turkey, cheese and zuchini for lunch. I layered the turkey and cheese and cut it in circles, which Celia really liked. Spaghetti for dinner...wait for the pictures.
Bennett is confused and keeps looking at me like, "who are you and what have you done with my mom!" But she is doing very well, considering.
Celia is doing exceptionally well. Bedtime was tough but bathtime was a hoot. No pictures, too busy. She really misses her mommy and daddy but she is looking forward to craft time tomorrow.
We went to the trash can and to the park today.
Can't wait for tomorrow. Those 2 flights of stairs are killing me. hehe
Bennett is confused and keeps looking at me like, "who are you and what have you done with my mom!" But she is doing very well, considering.
Celia is doing exceptionally well. Bedtime was tough but bathtime was a hoot. No pictures, too busy. She really misses her mommy and daddy but she is looking forward to craft time tomorrow.
We went to the trash can and to the park today.
Can't wait for tomorrow. Those 2 flights of stairs are killing me. hehe
The Girls and Me
Okay, I am reviving the old blog to share pictures and stories of my time with Celia and Bennett. Can't wait to share!
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