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January 21, 2013

Home in Two Places

Filed under: Home,Life — gardener @ 11:14 am

I spent the day in the company of friends and family yesterday- as I have much every day the past couple of weeks. It makes me smile- and warms my heart beyond words at how much love I feel from the people in my life. I know that when I leave here I’m leaving one home- but I’m going back to another, where I’ll be greeted with open arms and again, much love and acceptance.

Is it hard to leave? Yes and no. Bittersweet is the best way I can describe it. I’ve so missed our home, our family and friends at home and of course, the fabulous JJ and Mister M. I can’t wait to get settled back in to work and life at home, but I’m going to miss this one.

January 9, 2013

Fun and Photo Sessions

Filed under: Home,Techy,Things I Love,Travel — gardener @ 2:09 pm

This past weekend I went downtown for a Senior portrait photo shoot with a very sweet friend. She had asked me before we ever came, if I would mind doing her graduation photos- and I was more than happy to give it a go. While downtown we came across a beautiful st francis statue for garden and took a few shots near it. At the end of the session I ended up with close to 500 photos. Some were obviously not great, but some ended up really good. I’ve got to finish going through them and get the proofs onto a cd for her soon. It won’t be long now before we head back home- and I need to have them done before we fly out.

December 8, 2012

Home Alone

Filed under: Home,Life — gardener @ 5:07 pm

I spent the day out shopping with my sis and when I got home- Marcel, mom and diddy were gone. They’d gone to a dinner, so that gave me a little time to myself to just take care of a few things that “I” wanted to do.

It has been good to be able to do that- to have a time out of all the hustle and bustle of vacation time and just relax and breathe. They are on their way home, so I didn’t have as much time as I would have liked, but at least I had some and hopefully they’re bringing me some dinner, because I’m hungry.

December 2, 2012

Sunshine on My Shoulders

Filed under: Food for Thought,Gratitude,Home — gardener @ 9:03 am

It’s hard to believe that we have been home two weeks on Tuesday! Almost 1/4th of our vacation has passed in the blink of an eye. I’m definitely trying not to focus on that ever-spinning clock, but instead the fun and love that I’m feeling from everyone here. It’s a warmth like sunshine- and speaking of sunshine, we’ve also been seeing a lot of that as well.

We are really enjoying this time with family and friends, plus there have been a few surprises as well. I am finally in contact with my favorite high school teacher and we’ve made tenative plans to get together for lunch one day. I can’t wait.

So many great things happening all around and I’m grateful!

November 27, 2012

Growth

Filed under: Home,In the Neighborhood — gardener @ 9:00 am

Since the last time we were here- Mom and diddy have a new pastor at their church and I’m looking forward to meeting them on Wednesday night. I’ve heard great things about them, and they are really making big changes and progress is happening. They’re getting ready to build a new sanctuary- and who knows, before long they may need to look for church buses for sale for programs and events that they attend. Love seeing this kind of progress and growth.

November 16, 2012

Making a List

Filed under: Holidays,Home,Inspiration,Seasons,Shop til ya Drop,Things I Love,Travel — gardener @ 9:50 am

In addition to packing and prepping our home for our upcoming vacation- I’ve been spending some time perusing the Internet looking for Christmas gift ideas- and making a list (I haven’t checked it twice, yet!) of what I want to buy for whom. I’ve also come across some great cushion deals, which have been a source of inspiration for some decorating ideas I’ve got brewing.

I’m excited-and it hit me today just how excited I am. Lots to get done in the time between now and our travels, but I’m looking forward to every moment.

Counting Down

Filed under: Holidays,Home,Life — gardener @ 9:38 am

I’m counting down- to many things- Black Friday- Thanksgiving- Christmas- our trip home for the holidays. That’s last on the list- but certainly not the least thought of. In fact- it’s on the forefront of my mind as I’ve been packing and arranging the past days getting everything ready for the trip.

It’s going to be different this year- People I’ve enjoyed seeing in the past, I won’t see this trip- and in some ways I feel a tinge of sadness about it- but I know the importance of letting people walk away when they want to go. I am not one to look back, nor am I one to conform myself to be manipulated just to suit someone elses desire of what I should and shouldn’t be doing. I accept people for who they are- and if they can’t reciprocate- that’s A-OK with me!

This change is not a bad thing- it’s just a different thing. There are family members who I hoped to see and spend some time with that have passed away, but I know that things are as they are supposed to be- I embrace that and know that the time spent with everyone else will be extra sweet.

Counting down til lift-off and I can’t wait.

November 12, 2012

Christmas Shopping

Filed under: Holidays,Home,Shop til ya Drop,Techy,Things I Love — gardener @ 9:55 am

Marcel made a mention a while back that maybe it was time that we both started thinking about new computers. Of course- little does he know, but I’ve already been looking at ultrabook devices for him- and have a couple that I’m considering. Since we both use our computers for entirely different things- (Me for work- and him more for play), I figured his would make a good Christmas gift- and I could always get something for myself in the new year.

I know that Christmas is still a little while away, but I’m hoping to have a list of all the gifts I need to buy by the time we arrive home for the holidays- and that way all I need to do is buy. It sure makes life easier.

November 1, 2012

19 Days

Filed under: Holidays,Home,Travel — gardener @ 12:10 pm

That could be the name of a song couldn’t it? I guess that popped into my mind when I typed the title because one of 3 Doors Down’s album was called 17 Days. It was also pretty great- but then I guess you could say I’m biased since they are from my home town.

The reality is 19 days is the time left before we head home for the holidays and I am EXCITED! I know- imagine that! I still have a lot to get done here before we head out- but once I am past this weekend’s cupcake madness- I should be home free with more time to get things done.

We’re already making plans and setting up little gatherings- and I can’t wait to see everyone and spend time with them. I’m looking forward to having coffee in the morning and watching the sun rise over the field- and hanging out with my brother, plus getting to know his girlfriend, whom I already really like! SO much to look forward to- 19 days and counting!

October 26, 2012

Counting Down

Filed under: Holidays,Home,Shop til ya Drop — gardener @ 6:51 am

This morning I had a moment when I realized that we would be home for the holidays in less than a month. I can’t wait to see my family and friends back home that I haven’t seen in a while- plus taking a lot of joy in knowing that I’ll be spending Christmas with them. It also means that I’m really late with getting my Christmas shopping done- but I plan to look for a wide selection of perfume oils and other gift items when I get home- and hopefully get everything taken care of online- without having to fight too many crowds.

I’ll be shopping coupon codes and finding the best buys possible- and I know that if all goes well, I’ll have everything done in plenty of time for a lot of relaxation and fun leading up to Christmas.

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