Howdy again,
What's going on!! Same "O" with us. Busy with ball games, working, just everyday stuff.
I'll start with Malissa, she is doing a great job passing all the required test. A few days back she had an observation flight. She flew from Houston to San Diego back to Houston She was selected to work first class. Friday they had the emergency flight training simulated crash landing. Her training program is very intense and constant. We don't have much time to talk. Soon we will be attending her graduation earning her wings. Did I say how proud I am.
Her sister will also be graduating UHCL in May. She has majored in English Literature. She has done her student teaching with Ball High School and she has impressed them with her passion for teaching that they have given her an interview for a fall opening.
Harry also continues to improve each day he become stronger. He is resuming every day routine. Mowing the grass, a round of golf, he even felt strong enough to give the trailer a bath. All we need is the OK from the Doc. to hit the road again.
Although we do have plenty to keep us busy. Our grandsons are busy with their sports. Cody plays baseball and has game twice a week. Ryan is playing rugby. His games will be all over the area.
This weekend he is playing in Austin.
We will be moving to Galveston Bay RV park. We have some close buddies and family that want to play. Yes after a long winter of hibernating it's time to come out and play. We have been at this park many times plenty to do. Fishing, crabbing, swimming, and just R&R with your neighbors.
I suppose I should say good bye for now. Going to Hillmans for some oysters. My dad loves them so gonna fry a batch tonight for dinner. You know we always have fun with the family.
Tomorrow sunrise services and morning church service for he has risen.
XOXOXOX
Juju
Saturday, April 7, 2012
Just a few words
Hey there. Just a few short words to catch up. Lots been going on. Jeez I sure wish I could remember all. Sucks to get old.
My niece had her house warming party last weekend. Big house and she has it decorated so cute. This is actual there second home. Before they were married Jared built them a small apartment. A sweet cozy two bedroom about 12oo square feet. Actual larger than our old home. Anyway now she has a massive home. Woods floors, granite counter tops, marble bath. Lots of large glass windows, a open floor plan a gourmet kitchen.
After the home tour we had a craw fish boil. Yep it's that time of the year again. Pinching some tail and sucking head for the sweet meat of those critters.
Let's see, Cody had his first baseball game Thursday. Yep it is that time of year watching my handsome grandson play ball. I have noticed he is beginning to grow tall. Wont be long and he will be taller than granny.
Lisa came in for a visit so the family meet at our favorite Mexican place. Always such fun when we can all get together.
Matter fact she is now embarking on a new career. She is in training for a flight attendant with United Airlines. This the perfect job for her. She has such array of sunshine and a smile that lights up a room.
Harry has a doctor's visit in April. He is doing very well we are walking and mowing the grass. We are just hoping that he will be totally released. You know; not having to go back for frequent check ups. So ready to get on the rode again.
Anyway we are on a waiting list for a local RV park. Several friends would like gather for our favorite Friday steak night and breakfast BLT's, Bloody Mary Saturday morning. Sitting out around your rig sharing tall tales. Not mentioning any names but we do have a lot of BS talk going on. Of course we do share our road trips. OK The Amazing Race is on. Gotta go.
OXOX
Juju
My niece had her house warming party last weekend. Big house and she has it decorated so cute. This is actual there second home. Before they were married Jared built them a small apartment. A sweet cozy two bedroom about 12oo square feet. Actual larger than our old home. Anyway now she has a massive home. Woods floors, granite counter tops, marble bath. Lots of large glass windows, a open floor plan a gourmet kitchen.
After the home tour we had a craw fish boil. Yep it's that time of the year again. Pinching some tail and sucking head for the sweet meat of those critters.
Let's see, Cody had his first baseball game Thursday. Yep it is that time of year watching my handsome grandson play ball. I have noticed he is beginning to grow tall. Wont be long and he will be taller than granny.
Lisa came in for a visit so the family meet at our favorite Mexican place. Always such fun when we can all get together.
Matter fact she is now embarking on a new career. She is in training for a flight attendant with United Airlines. This the perfect job for her. She has such array of sunshine and a smile that lights up a room.
Harry has a doctor's visit in April. He is doing very well we are walking and mowing the grass. We are just hoping that he will be totally released. You know; not having to go back for frequent check ups. So ready to get on the rode again.
Anyway we are on a waiting list for a local RV park. Several friends would like gather for our favorite Friday steak night and breakfast BLT's, Bloody Mary Saturday morning. Sitting out around your rig sharing tall tales. Not mentioning any names but we do have a lot of BS talk going on. Of course we do share our road trips. OK The Amazing Race is on. Gotta go.
OXOX
Juju
Sunday, March 11, 2012
GREASE IS THE WORD
Good Morning friends, how you guys doing?
Having a lazy weekend. Yep slept till 9:00 stayed in my pj's till 3:00 p.m. Had a 4:00 hair appointment, then a quickie trip to Kroger's. Then backed to the cozy comfort of our home. I think we set our clocks ahead about 9:00 pm springing forward, crawled into bed and out we went. This morning Harry is cooking our Sunday breakfast. My chair feels so good I plan to keep the indention in place.
Last weekend we played hard. Went to Sealy and watched old fashioned drag racing. Now that was a blast from the past.
Some much fun watching all those old cars get there grove own. They had 64 mustangs, 67 camaros, ford falcon
56 Chevy trucks and 57 ford trucks, sling shot dragsters, nomads. Smoking spinning tires. Popping wheelies at take off. Rived up engines so loud you ear drums ached. You name it they raced it. We walked pit row amazed at all IRA and retirement funds that people put into their cars. In fact one dude blew his engine while racing it is only money and you can't take it with you enjoy your dreams.
Also the music from the nifty 50's and peace loving 60's.
Every be bop, twisting, stroll, and belly rubbing slow dance song they made back in the day were playing. Yep like a Saturday night at the old High School gym Sock Hop and after the dance a make out session in the old hot rods. A good weekend. We brought Cody with us and he was really impressed. He wants to soup of PaPa's truck.
We were not aware that they racing so close. My brother n law ask us to meet up with them. He has a old high school buddy that raced. You might know him Pee Wee Bowen. He is an old La Marque Tiger graduate. Has a band and played music for some 50 years. We try and go see him when he plays at T Bones Tom, on 146. Always a sweet treat when his daughter sings with him. In fact T Bones has a lot of nice bands on Friday night. Many friends and even my cousin from Houma, we would gather on Friday night for group hugs. Now with spring weather and daylight saving time we hope will see you there.
Rodeo Houston is now in full cowboy mode. Now 85 years of go western days. The number of trail rides have dwindled over the years, but the 7 trail rider teams that made the week long
100 mile trip made their way to the traditional downtown parade. Covered wagons, area high school marching bands, cowboys with their 10 gallon hats, spurs and chaps. Now that's TEXAS. Another popular event of the festivities is the BBQ cook off. About 365 teams compete for the bragging right of the best meat. I not going there. Yep it has become the biggest wildest two night drunken bash to kick off the rodeo. This must be a prerequisite for entry. The Galveston County Fair and Rodeo in Santa Fe will soon have their bash Teams set up as early as the weekend before the event. The energy drink, cold long neck by the cases and liquor by the gallons that's the first to be unloaded. Well come the weekend it's a riot waiting to happen. You drink till you pass out in your throw up, shout all the profanity you can scream, stop to take a pee not caring who see you. I am at a lost for words how the young girls dress. Now mind you most of the unruly is the crowds is those that pay to come into the fair.
The chief cook of the teams is responsible for his area and the behavior of all that are in his spot. My complaint the rodeo committee seems to turn their heads and do not have enough security for the number of people in such a small area. The parking is a huge problem. Never enough, if you are lucky to find a spot good chance you will be blocked in. So you have to find the police, who has to find the tow company, who has to weasel their way through a maze of cars parked any which way. Well this is why Harry and I choose to go out on Thursday night and Saturday for the awards ceremony. Leave before the crazy people arrive. During the week night they do have a lot fun activities with the FFA. They young kids that have put their all into the raising and caring of animals. Some involved in calf scramble, barrel racing, chuck wagon racing.
Do go out early in the week and watch the kids and while in the neighborhood come by our place and I'll fix you plate of BBQ on Thursday evening and Saturday.
Well it's time for me to get dressed and moving.
XOXOXO to all
Juju
Having a lazy weekend. Yep slept till 9:00 stayed in my pj's till 3:00 p.m. Had a 4:00 hair appointment, then a quickie trip to Kroger's. Then backed to the cozy comfort of our home. I think we set our clocks ahead about 9:00 pm springing forward, crawled into bed and out we went. This morning Harry is cooking our Sunday breakfast. My chair feels so good I plan to keep the indention in place.
Last weekend we played hard. Went to Sealy and watched old fashioned drag racing. Now that was a blast from the past.
Some much fun watching all those old cars get there grove own. They had 64 mustangs, 67 camaros, ford falcon
56 Chevy trucks and 57 ford trucks, sling shot dragsters, nomads. Smoking spinning tires. Popping wheelies at take off. Rived up engines so loud you ear drums ached. You name it they raced it. We walked pit row amazed at all IRA and retirement funds that people put into their cars. In fact one dude blew his engine while racing it is only money and you can't take it with you enjoy your dreams.
Also the music from the nifty 50's and peace loving 60's.
Every be bop, twisting, stroll, and belly rubbing slow dance song they made back in the day were playing. Yep like a Saturday night at the old High School gym Sock Hop and after the dance a make out session in the old hot rods. A good weekend. We brought Cody with us and he was really impressed. He wants to soup of PaPa's truck.
We were not aware that they racing so close. My brother n law ask us to meet up with them. He has a old high school buddy that raced. You might know him Pee Wee Bowen. He is an old La Marque Tiger graduate. Has a band and played music for some 50 years. We try and go see him when he plays at T Bones Tom, on 146. Always a sweet treat when his daughter sings with him. In fact T Bones has a lot of nice bands on Friday night. Many friends and even my cousin from Houma, we would gather on Friday night for group hugs. Now with spring weather and daylight saving time we hope will see you there.
Rodeo Houston is now in full cowboy mode. Now 85 years of go western days. The number of trail rides have dwindled over the years, but the 7 trail rider teams that made the week long
100 mile trip made their way to the traditional downtown parade. Covered wagons, area high school marching bands, cowboys with their 10 gallon hats, spurs and chaps. Now that's TEXAS. Another popular event of the festivities is the BBQ cook off. About 365 teams compete for the bragging right of the best meat. I not going there. Yep it has become the biggest wildest two night drunken bash to kick off the rodeo. This must be a prerequisite for entry. The Galveston County Fair and Rodeo in Santa Fe will soon have their bash Teams set up as early as the weekend before the event. The energy drink, cold long neck by the cases and liquor by the gallons that's the first to be unloaded. Well come the weekend it's a riot waiting to happen. You drink till you pass out in your throw up, shout all the profanity you can scream, stop to take a pee not caring who see you. I am at a lost for words how the young girls dress. Now mind you most of the unruly is the crowds is those that pay to come into the fair.
The chief cook of the teams is responsible for his area and the behavior of all that are in his spot. My complaint the rodeo committee seems to turn their heads and do not have enough security for the number of people in such a small area. The parking is a huge problem. Never enough, if you are lucky to find a spot good chance you will be blocked in. So you have to find the police, who has to find the tow company, who has to weasel their way through a maze of cars parked any which way. Well this is why Harry and I choose to go out on Thursday night and Saturday for the awards ceremony. Leave before the crazy people arrive. During the week night they do have a lot fun activities with the FFA. They young kids that have put their all into the raising and caring of animals. Some involved in calf scramble, barrel racing, chuck wagon racing.
Do go out early in the week and watch the kids and while in the neighborhood come by our place and I'll fix you plate of BBQ on Thursday evening and Saturday.
Well it's time for me to get dressed and moving.
XOXOXO to all
Juju
Monday, February 27, 2012
Go ahead and get your coffee, get relaxed and I shall tell you about the week I had. In a word Fabulous.
I now can make a scratch off on my bucket list. One of my all time want to do's. I got to do.
You all know how much I love the Mardi Gras. It's in my DNA. I can remember my first parade in the Big Easy when I was only knee high to my momma skirt hem. Yes my dad and mom would pack us kiddos up and we go visit the kin folks in Nawlins. The beads we youngins caught, the king cake ,and all the gumbo, poboys we ate. Then all the tall tales around the kitchen table. The house full of playful nonstop chatter of 8 cousin 4 adults.
Yep you can see why I love carnival season. To get to the point I was able to ride in the Fat Tuesday Parade. OMG it is true I rode in the parade threw beads, danced and had a few drinks. Game on. I was throwing cheap beads, waving to the crowd and got a few phone numbers. Watching all those crazy people yelling throw me something Mister. The little ones reaching for the throw, when caught the big smile that engulf their little face. Priceless!!! If we are home next season I shall be in the little pink train chugging down the strand I think I can throw and I think I can dance.
Just a little FYI the Tuesday night parade is the absolute best parade to watch.
Well I must brag. A typical Thursday evening Harry picks me up from work normal routine. However when I stepped a foot inside our home this wonderful aromatic herbs hit my nose. Then my eyes spotted the dining table lavishly dressed with our hand spun lace table cloth and linen napkins adorned with our fine wine crystal goblet and wedding china. My man had prepared a succulent Italian dinner. With all the traditional food of Italy. We began our meal with a bottle of fine Couer D Alene wine, antipasti, spaghetti and meatballs the dish that put Italy on the map. Harry chopped, diced, sauteed and simmered all day a gourmet dinner fit for this Queen. Yes my taste buds savor each delicious morsel. All to soon the meal was devolved. Tummies expanding you must loosen your belts,pants unbutton to relive the bulging flab then the long satisfy sigh to a end of a perfect date night.
Few hours later as we began the night slumber with complete satisfaction I bluntly sit up in bed and scream. MAMA MIA that's a one spicy meatball!!!
Saturday Cody wanted to come spend some time with us.We went to the movies to see Journey 2 Mysterious Island. It is in 3D. Not a bad flick and not bad in 3D. Afterward went back home granny made a pot of chicken and dumplings, banana pudding for dessert all of Cody's favorite. We settled in for a evening of TV and family snuggles. I know we have spoiled him but I know time is precious they grow so fast and in a few he will have other interest. I have already lost my 15 year old to a red hair, brown eyed beauty.
XOXOX
Juju
I now can make a scratch off on my bucket list. One of my all time want to do's. I got to do.
You all know how much I love the Mardi Gras. It's in my DNA. I can remember my first parade in the Big Easy when I was only knee high to my momma skirt hem. Yes my dad and mom would pack us kiddos up and we go visit the kin folks in Nawlins. The beads we youngins caught, the king cake ,and all the gumbo, poboys we ate. Then all the tall tales around the kitchen table. The house full of playful nonstop chatter of 8 cousin 4 adults.
Yep you can see why I love carnival season. To get to the point I was able to ride in the Fat Tuesday Parade. OMG it is true I rode in the parade threw beads, danced and had a few drinks. Game on. I was throwing cheap beads, waving to the crowd and got a few phone numbers. Watching all those crazy people yelling throw me something Mister. The little ones reaching for the throw, when caught the big smile that engulf their little face. Priceless!!! If we are home next season I shall be in the little pink train chugging down the strand I think I can throw and I think I can dance.
Just a little FYI the Tuesday night parade is the absolute best parade to watch.
Well I must brag. A typical Thursday evening Harry picks me up from work normal routine. However when I stepped a foot inside our home this wonderful aromatic herbs hit my nose. Then my eyes spotted the dining table lavishly dressed with our hand spun lace table cloth and linen napkins adorned with our fine wine crystal goblet and wedding china. My man had prepared a succulent Italian dinner. With all the traditional food of Italy. We began our meal with a bottle of fine Couer D Alene wine, antipasti, spaghetti and meatballs the dish that put Italy on the map. Harry chopped, diced, sauteed and simmered all day a gourmet dinner fit for this Queen. Yes my taste buds savor each delicious morsel. All to soon the meal was devolved. Tummies expanding you must loosen your belts,pants unbutton to relive the bulging flab then the long satisfy sigh to a end of a perfect date night.
Few hours later as we began the night slumber with complete satisfaction I bluntly sit up in bed and scream. MAMA MIA that's a one spicy meatball!!!
Saturday Cody wanted to come spend some time with us.We went to the movies to see Journey 2 Mysterious Island. It is in 3D. Not a bad flick and not bad in 3D. Afterward went back home granny made a pot of chicken and dumplings, banana pudding for dessert all of Cody's favorite. We settled in for a evening of TV and family snuggles. I know we have spoiled him but I know time is precious they grow so fast and in a few he will have other interest. I have already lost my 15 year old to a red hair, brown eyed beauty.
XOXOX
Juju
Friday, February 17, 2012
Let me introduce myself to you. It has been way to long since my last post. My only excuse is being lazy. How hard it is to type a few words on a page.
I am not going to try and catch up but just chat about all we have done.
Harry continues to improve the Doctor is amazed with his progress. He still has not been totally released. He goes back to the Dr. about ever 2 months for check ups,blood test etc. He has been taken off some of his medicine. One was the warfin. The rat poison to keep the blood thin. He keeps busy with golf, Lodge meetings, Liar's Club. Yep a group of old men who have notta to do. Just stir the pot with fresh $#*.
He did surprise me on valentine day. He sent me a box of chocolate covered strawberries. We made a agreement years ago that just because it's a Hallmark holiday it is not necessary to exchange gifts. Why let others profit from our hard earn money. I know he loves me. He has spoiled me some 42 years now. Only thing I need is having his strong arms wrapped around me at night as we slumber. Life is more precious than stuff.
We will stay put until he his totally released. Not to worry we just got back from Las Vegas. We stayed at the MGM for 5 days. Harry played Texas hold'em. We went to two shows. Mark and Tina wedding. It is a must see. The players inter act with the audience. Harry was pulled on stage to dance by the bride best friend she was the wedding slut. I was able to have a picture with Elvis. Gee Elvis has not changed still a hunk hunk of burning love.
Then we went to see a old fashion Vegas show. A show with the old rat pack Dean, Sammy, Frank. All the gilts and glamour of Vegas during the mob controlled era. While your being entertained you realize that most of the people was not even born during the rock n roll era. Yet they can out dance and out sing the original artist.
I will share this with you. My cousin of 44 years died mid Dec. 2011.heading down a flight of steps something he has done everyday since he lived in the house. He lost his footing and fell down the flight of stairs and broke his neck. A freak accident that was fatal. He left a wife of many years and a grown daughter. He was an only child and his mother my Aunt. Aunt Carol was just a few years older than me and we grew up like sisters. She taught me to dance and style my hair we shared so many secrets. We would listen to the radio for hours singing like we were the singer. The louder the song the louder we sung. Then granny (aunt carol mom) would storm into the room telling us we had no tune please shut -up. Oh my did we ever laugh till we cried. Aunt Carols loss was so tragic her heart is so broken I just don't know? So I ask that you keep the Jackson family in your prayers.
I also had to say good bye to Aunt Marjorie. She was my mom sister. Aunt Marjorie was a fabulous lady. She too spoiled me. What a cook this lady was. She would make gallons and gallons of homemade BBQ sauce. They would never be enough to share. This sauce would take 2 days cook. So if you happen to be on her "s" list oh well you were just SOL. She also was a fashion guru. She worked for Eibands many years. Eibands was a very upscale department store on Galveston island. She and mom made sure all of us girls were dressed as the princess we thought we were.
I'm truly not sure how my parents maintained me and my siblings high fashion addiction. My hubby can also vouch for my expensive taste.
Last weekend we made a trip to the country. We stayed with our dear friends Chester and Carla. They have built them a sweet cozy retirement home. There were 6 couples and we all have raised our children together Harry and some of the guys worked together at the plant. Saturday evening the menu was Carla's gumbo. The guys job was to fry the fresh caught catfish and oysters. Well the guys sampled so much of the fish they had to go and catch two more fish to cook for us ladies.
OMG we laughed so hard we cried and some of us having a weak bladder, you know what happened.
Maureen gave Ryan a 1 hour flight training session as one of his Christmas presents. So cool to watch my grandson fly a plane. Yep he was truly in control of the plane. Be assured there was a licensed pilot with him. The experience has really inspired him to continue his education to reach his goal.
Love Juju XOXOXO
I am not going to try and catch up but just chat about all we have done.
Harry continues to improve the Doctor is amazed with his progress. He still has not been totally released. He goes back to the Dr. about ever 2 months for check ups,blood test etc. He has been taken off some of his medicine. One was the warfin. The rat poison to keep the blood thin. He keeps busy with golf, Lodge meetings, Liar's Club. Yep a group of old men who have notta to do. Just stir the pot with fresh $#*.
He did surprise me on valentine day. He sent me a box of chocolate covered strawberries. We made a agreement years ago that just because it's a Hallmark holiday it is not necessary to exchange gifts. Why let others profit from our hard earn money. I know he loves me. He has spoiled me some 42 years now. Only thing I need is having his strong arms wrapped around me at night as we slumber. Life is more precious than stuff.
We will stay put until he his totally released. Not to worry we just got back from Las Vegas. We stayed at the MGM for 5 days. Harry played Texas hold'em. We went to two shows. Mark and Tina wedding. It is a must see. The players inter act with the audience. Harry was pulled on stage to dance by the bride best friend she was the wedding slut. I was able to have a picture with Elvis. Gee Elvis has not changed still a hunk hunk of burning love.
Then we went to see a old fashion Vegas show. A show with the old rat pack Dean, Sammy, Frank. All the gilts and glamour of Vegas during the mob controlled era. While your being entertained you realize that most of the people was not even born during the rock n roll era. Yet they can out dance and out sing the original artist.
I will share this with you. My cousin of 44 years died mid Dec. 2011.heading down a flight of steps something he has done everyday since he lived in the house. He lost his footing and fell down the flight of stairs and broke his neck. A freak accident that was fatal. He left a wife of many years and a grown daughter. He was an only child and his mother my Aunt. Aunt Carol was just a few years older than me and we grew up like sisters. She taught me to dance and style my hair we shared so many secrets. We would listen to the radio for hours singing like we were the singer. The louder the song the louder we sung. Then granny (aunt carol mom) would storm into the room telling us we had no tune please shut -up. Oh my did we ever laugh till we cried. Aunt Carols loss was so tragic her heart is so broken I just don't know? So I ask that you keep the Jackson family in your prayers.
I also had to say good bye to Aunt Marjorie. She was my mom sister. Aunt Marjorie was a fabulous lady. She too spoiled me. What a cook this lady was. She would make gallons and gallons of homemade BBQ sauce. They would never be enough to share. This sauce would take 2 days cook. So if you happen to be on her "s" list oh well you were just SOL. She also was a fashion guru. She worked for Eibands many years. Eibands was a very upscale department store on Galveston island. She and mom made sure all of us girls were dressed as the princess we thought we were.
I'm truly not sure how my parents maintained me and my siblings high fashion addiction. My hubby can also vouch for my expensive taste.
Last weekend we made a trip to the country. We stayed with our dear friends Chester and Carla. They have built them a sweet cozy retirement home. There were 6 couples and we all have raised our children together Harry and some of the guys worked together at the plant. Saturday evening the menu was Carla's gumbo. The guys job was to fry the fresh caught catfish and oysters. Well the guys sampled so much of the fish they had to go and catch two more fish to cook for us ladies.
OMG we laughed so hard we cried and some of us having a weak bladder, you know what happened.
Maureen gave Ryan a 1 hour flight training session as one of his Christmas presents. So cool to watch my grandson fly a plane. Yep he was truly in control of the plane. Be assured there was a licensed pilot with him. The experience has really inspired him to continue his education to reach his goal.
Love Juju XOXOXO
Monday, July 4, 2011
Independence Day July 4th
Freedom;= independence, liberty, ease of movement, a right.
AS we celebrate July 4th with family picnics, parades, and fireworks.
Having a three day week end is always a bonus. Let's enjoy our freedom the many men and women who died to save you and me.
Harry and I have been so blessed to have the right of ease of movement to travel this great America. America for spacious sky and amber waves of grains. Purple mountains majesty above the fruited plains, and from sea to shinning sea.
Along our way we have paid our respect to George Washington the Father of country who led the many Americans in the Revolutionary war. He lays resting in Mount Vernon, Virgina. His home built on a hill while the Potomac river proudly babbles down stream. Sit on the many white wooden rocking chairs place over his back lawn. Close your eyes and let your mind wander back to the carefree days of America's innocence. The gathering of family in their Sunday best. No short shorts, no pants hanging to the knees, in fact nothing is bared. You have pride in your appearance and morals. The only thing fresh was game smoking in the smoke house.
While in Sumter, South Carolina,we have visited the many sites of the battles of the civil war. The many many battles were American rights were engaged to keep our freedom. This battle was between the states the north and south. Not just about slavery but about the states right. Chickamauga Ga. take a slow walk through the
civil history. Read and learn. Our ancestors fought many battles for our constitutional rights.
Pearl Harbor Dec 7th a Sunday a perfect day in paradise. Men, women, children, service men, naval nurses, going about their daily routine.Who knew this was the day that Japan plan to try to demise our sailors and naval fleet.We know the story. Japan choose to bomb Pearl Harbor. So many innocents died that day in paradise.
Our visit to Arlington National Cemetery standing at the foot of the Unknown Solider. The many rows of white crosses with a name of people who fought for my freedom. The many names of brave men and women on the wall of the Viet Nam war. Lest not forget the Korean conflict, War World I.
I do hope to visit ground zero. In fact this 4th my brother is paying his respect to those who never knew their fate that sunny glorious day given from the heavens above.
Remember to fly your American Flag daily. Showing your true colors of red white and blue, will give your spirit inner peace that all men are born equal and that all men are born FREE.
I am truly blessed having a wealth of knowledge, riches of family, grandchildren, friends, living in my golden years with sliver hair.
Happy fourth again have a fun day.
Be safe
Juju
AS we celebrate July 4th with family picnics, parades, and fireworks.
Having a three day week end is always a bonus. Let's enjoy our freedom the many men and women who died to save you and me.
Harry and I have been so blessed to have the right of ease of movement to travel this great America. America for spacious sky and amber waves of grains. Purple mountains majesty above the fruited plains, and from sea to shinning sea.
Along our way we have paid our respect to George Washington the Father of country who led the many Americans in the Revolutionary war. He lays resting in Mount Vernon, Virgina. His home built on a hill while the Potomac river proudly babbles down stream. Sit on the many white wooden rocking chairs place over his back lawn. Close your eyes and let your mind wander back to the carefree days of America's innocence. The gathering of family in their Sunday best. No short shorts, no pants hanging to the knees, in fact nothing is bared. You have pride in your appearance and morals. The only thing fresh was game smoking in the smoke house.
While in Sumter, South Carolina,we have visited the many sites of the battles of the civil war. The many many battles were American rights were engaged to keep our freedom. This battle was between the states the north and south. Not just about slavery but about the states right. Chickamauga Ga. take a slow walk through the
civil history. Read and learn. Our ancestors fought many battles for our constitutional rights.
Pearl Harbor Dec 7th a Sunday a perfect day in paradise. Men, women, children, service men, naval nurses, going about their daily routine.Who knew this was the day that Japan plan to try to demise our sailors and naval fleet.We know the story. Japan choose to bomb Pearl Harbor. So many innocents died that day in paradise.
Our visit to Arlington National Cemetery standing at the foot of the Unknown Solider. The many rows of white crosses with a name of people who fought for my freedom. The many names of brave men and women on the wall of the Viet Nam war. Lest not forget the Korean conflict, War World I.
I do hope to visit ground zero. In fact this 4th my brother is paying his respect to those who never knew their fate that sunny glorious day given from the heavens above.
Remember to fly your American Flag daily. Showing your true colors of red white and blue, will give your spirit inner peace that all men are born equal and that all men are born FREE.
I am truly blessed having a wealth of knowledge, riches of family, grandchildren, friends, living in my golden years with sliver hair.
Happy fourth again have a fun day.
Be safe
Juju
Sunday, April 24, 2011
April 24
Oh my I can not believe I have not made a post since Feb. Let me try and catch you up. First Harry and I have decided to stay put this summer. A few reasons, we missed our grandson ball games and all star games. My parents are healthy but are getting up in years. With that said I feel the need to stay home for awhile.
Cody has games on MON and WED. evenings. He plays catcher and is awesome. He also beginning practice for all stars. Ryan is not playing sports this summer. However he and friends on Saturdays play paint ball. Just a few weeks back Galveston hosted a professional paint ball tournament. According to Ryan several well known players took to the field. I was totally out of the loop didn't know any of them. This is a expensive game but he has lots of fun.
We meet up with a some friends a few weeks back. They are camping buddies we made a day at Kemah Boardwalk We are trying to plan a trip for Sept 2012 to Priest Gulch Co. About 8 of us made the trip a few years back and the fun we had. Lots of fishing, long drives on very narrow roads that wind up and around the mountains. Higher you get the colder and of course the air gets thinner.
Well let me get back to the present. Besides baseball we have a busy summer. Gonna make a trip to Houma my cousin granddaughter 1st birthday. Ms Sophie such cutie big dark brown eyes. A smile as large as Texas. Of course her honey keeps her dressed so sweet. In fact I don't think she has worn an out fit twice. Then we will visit with Carla and Chester they have built a dream retirement home in Livingston. Just a few miles up hwy. 146 but still closed enough to their grandchildren . We also get together for our bunko games. Yep us 12 we all go way back, kids in softball, band, football, and much more. The sassy sisters will be having a girls night out in Houston. Janie has a birthday in May so what better way to celebrate. I can you a sure wine, martinis, PF Chang, shopping, and massage is on the agenda.
Then the Saturdays will be at baseball all stars games. Sitting in the hot Texas sun being fried to a crisp and then melting in the blistering heat. Believe me I'm not, complain I'm bragging my grandson is awesome.
Our Easter was GRRRRREAT. Lisa and Janie came in which is always a treat in it self. We all began with watching Drake baseball game Thursday evening..He plays first base and pitches. They did lose the game but he had the largest fan section. Aunts,uncles, grandparents, cousins, sister, mom and dad just to name a few. Friday I made breakfast for a lucky few who were at moms. Big batch of gravy and homemade biscuits. The pan was licked clean and not one crumb on the biscuit pan. I got a new hair color.
Saturday the tradition of dying eggs and our craw fish boil. The kids had such fun looking for the hidden eggs, and we had a bouncy for them, they could fish and feed the horse's. So lots to keep the kid O busy.
Sunday dressed in our new Spring clothes we went to Easter service. For HE HAS RISEN we had an guest preacher. So after services I promised Harry fried shrimp and that's what he got. I gave up fried food for lent. So my man was so ready for something greasy. Homemade fried shrimp oven baked fries. YUMMY
My friends it is late and I have a busy Monday so I shall night.
Be safe
Juju
Cody has games on MON and WED. evenings. He plays catcher and is awesome. He also beginning practice for all stars. Ryan is not playing sports this summer. However he and friends on Saturdays play paint ball. Just a few weeks back Galveston hosted a professional paint ball tournament. According to Ryan several well known players took to the field. I was totally out of the loop didn't know any of them. This is a expensive game but he has lots of fun.
We meet up with a some friends a few weeks back. They are camping buddies we made a day at Kemah Boardwalk We are trying to plan a trip for Sept 2012 to Priest Gulch Co. About 8 of us made the trip a few years back and the fun we had. Lots of fishing, long drives on very narrow roads that wind up and around the mountains. Higher you get the colder and of course the air gets thinner.
Well let me get back to the present. Besides baseball we have a busy summer. Gonna make a trip to Houma my cousin granddaughter 1st birthday. Ms Sophie such cutie big dark brown eyes. A smile as large as Texas. Of course her honey keeps her dressed so sweet. In fact I don't think she has worn an out fit twice. Then we will visit with Carla and Chester they have built a dream retirement home in Livingston. Just a few miles up hwy. 146 but still closed enough to their grandchildren . We also get together for our bunko games. Yep us 12 we all go way back, kids in softball, band, football, and much more. The sassy sisters will be having a girls night out in Houston. Janie has a birthday in May so what better way to celebrate. I can you a sure wine, martinis, PF Chang, shopping, and massage is on the agenda.
Then the Saturdays will be at baseball all stars games. Sitting in the hot Texas sun being fried to a crisp and then melting in the blistering heat. Believe me I'm not, complain I'm bragging my grandson is awesome.
Our Easter was GRRRRREAT. Lisa and Janie came in which is always a treat in it self. We all began with watching Drake baseball game Thursday evening..He plays first base and pitches. They did lose the game but he had the largest fan section. Aunts,uncles, grandparents, cousins, sister, mom and dad just to name a few. Friday I made breakfast for a lucky few who were at moms. Big batch of gravy and homemade biscuits. The pan was licked clean and not one crumb on the biscuit pan. I got a new hair color.
Saturday the tradition of dying eggs and our craw fish boil. The kids had such fun looking for the hidden eggs, and we had a bouncy for them, they could fish and feed the horse's. So lots to keep the kid O busy.
Sunday dressed in our new Spring clothes we went to Easter service. For HE HAS RISEN we had an guest preacher. So after services I promised Harry fried shrimp and that's what he got. I gave up fried food for lent. So my man was so ready for something greasy. Homemade fried shrimp oven baked fries. YUMMY
My friends it is late and I have a busy Monday so I shall night.
Be safe
Juju
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Feb. 26 2011
Hello. Just a short chat to catch you up. Our daughter came in for the weekend. So, we've been doing the family thing. We all meet at a local Mexican restaurant Friday evening for dinner. We have a large family only a few [12] were able to make dinner. Always fun to sit eat and be merry with your family. Takes you back to Sunday dinners at grandmas.
Saturday we made our way to the island to celebrate 100 years of Mardi Gras.This is the first weekend of parades. We have had good weather the last few weeks and everyone is ready to get outside and play. What better way than to have a street party. The prime real estate along the beach is staked out days in advance. People parked their RV'S, large trucks, cars and trailer beds with BBQ pits along the parade route.The noon parade heads down the seawall with 60 floats,the many white convertible cars carrying the King and Queen, preceded with the Queens court, marching high school bands, pep squads. The impatiently crowd standing shoulder to shoulder lined both sides the seawall. As the sirens get closer and the motor cops clear the streets you hear the chants, throw me something Mister. The revelers stretch their arms to catch that precious 99 cent beads. These cheap strands of plastic beads not made in America make people crazy. All the kids waving their hands in the air. Scramble to the ground to snatch up the throws. All to soon the street sweepers show up and you know the party is over. I do want to brag on the crowd. Very well behaved. No rowdiness all polite and fun.
We did not do to shabby collecting made in China trinkets. A fun afternoon with grand kids. We decided Mario's Pizza was needed to fuel our tummy's. A lot of hard work catching beads.
Tomorrow being Sunday we shall all go to church and spend the day together.
And with that said I must get ready for bed. Good night neighbors.
XOXOX
Juju
Saturday we made our way to the island to celebrate 100 years of Mardi Gras.This is the first weekend of parades. We have had good weather the last few weeks and everyone is ready to get outside and play. What better way than to have a street party. The prime real estate along the beach is staked out days in advance. People parked their RV'S, large trucks, cars and trailer beds with BBQ pits along the parade route.The noon parade heads down the seawall with 60 floats,the many white convertible cars carrying the King and Queen, preceded with the Queens court, marching high school bands, pep squads. The impatiently crowd standing shoulder to shoulder lined both sides the seawall. As the sirens get closer and the motor cops clear the streets you hear the chants, throw me something Mister. The revelers stretch their arms to catch that precious 99 cent beads. These cheap strands of plastic beads not made in America make people crazy. All the kids waving their hands in the air. Scramble to the ground to snatch up the throws. All to soon the street sweepers show up and you know the party is over. I do want to brag on the crowd. Very well behaved. No rowdiness all polite and fun.
We did not do to shabby collecting made in China trinkets. A fun afternoon with grand kids. We decided Mario's Pizza was needed to fuel our tummy's. A lot of hard work catching beads.
Tomorrow being Sunday we shall all go to church and spend the day together.
And with that said I must get ready for bed. Good night neighbors.
XOXOX
Juju
Monday, February 7, 2011
Feb 7 2011
Good Morning friends. Have you thawed out. Don't happen often for the deep south to become a deep freeze. For about three days we had temps in the teens. Galveston the tropical island a little warmer at 25 to 27. Now the kiddo's were happy they got 2 days off. Waiting for the predicted snow. Snow never got this far south but oh the ice did make it. The roof tops covered with a sleek sheen of ice. Tree branches sparkle with a thin coat of ice. However as pretty as the shinny layers of ice, the roadways very dangerous. Many roads had to be closed because of the hazards condition. So Tex dot very busy. Parts of the Island lost power for several hours. The news channels preempted all programs so they could give us up to the minute coverage of the winter arctic blast. You got to love the little darlings. I suppose they need overtime money. When the snow did not come listening to them crawfish their way out was very humorous.
Have not had a chance to chat with our friends in the valley. One couple from Iowa I know is totally caught off guard with the freezing temps. Duffy does not like the cold. His plan was to go as far south where no snow shovels are sold. Time to pack up and keep heading south.
How bout them Packers. I did not have a preference who won the game. Watching those cheese heads now that's entertaining. Of course the commercials are the top reason to watch the game. I did not find the commercials funny. Now the kid as Darth Vader was cute as the Coke commercials. Always next year...
Chatted with my cajun cousin last night. She is getting everything ready for her Mardi Gras annual ride. Her float rolls March 4th. Her Krew is Aphrodite they have 16 floats and this year she will be at the back of line float 16.She will begin the cylce of rotating forward. Meaning she will have to buy lots of throws to last the parade route. All the revelry shouting throw me something mister. After the parade they have a bash back at the the den. The bash lots of yummy authentic cajun food and the every fun zydeco music. Yes dancing the night away now that's a party. Parades every day for two weeks. All the festivities and carnival spirit of the season will stay with you a lifetime. Liaz Les Bon Temp Rue la.
George Mitchel brought Mardi Gras back to the Galveston some 30 years ago. I have been to many and had lots of fun. However the police have no crowd control. No fault to them just too many people in a small area of the island.They are very under paid for what they have to deal with. The last few years we went very scary. My opinion; a ticking time bombing, a riot waiting to happen. Lots of crazy people.
The Mardi Gras bug has infected Texas City with the first annual Mardi Gras Gala. Sponsored by the Rotary club. This club fundraiser we will not be going.
Houston is gearing up for the Houston Livestock Rodeo. About a two week hoot nannie event. Dress up in your best duds of fringe cowboy shirts and 2 inch high "sh#t" kicking boots and tight fitting jeans. Take to the dance floor showing off your Texas two step and waltz.
Texas size parade, cowboys riding high in the saddle with their chaps, spurs, and ten gallon hats. Tagging behind the chuck wagons, rodeo clowns, and local marching bands is a crowd pleaser.
When all the dust settles you head over to old dome parking lot for the worlds best BBQ. Hundreds of teams compete for the first place trophy. Ya'll can mosey down and get ya some grub fixin. Don't pass any beans.
Ya'll come back to my next blog you here.
Juju
Have not had a chance to chat with our friends in the valley. One couple from Iowa I know is totally caught off guard with the freezing temps. Duffy does not like the cold. His plan was to go as far south where no snow shovels are sold. Time to pack up and keep heading south.
How bout them Packers. I did not have a preference who won the game. Watching those cheese heads now that's entertaining. Of course the commercials are the top reason to watch the game. I did not find the commercials funny. Now the kid as Darth Vader was cute as the Coke commercials. Always next year...
Chatted with my cajun cousin last night. She is getting everything ready for her Mardi Gras annual ride. Her float rolls March 4th. Her Krew is Aphrodite they have 16 floats and this year she will be at the back of line float 16.She will begin the cylce of rotating forward. Meaning she will have to buy lots of throws to last the parade route. All the revelry shouting throw me something mister. After the parade they have a bash back at the the den. The bash lots of yummy authentic cajun food and the every fun zydeco music. Yes dancing the night away now that's a party. Parades every day for two weeks. All the festivities and carnival spirit of the season will stay with you a lifetime. Liaz Les Bon Temp Rue la.
George Mitchel brought Mardi Gras back to the Galveston some 30 years ago. I have been to many and had lots of fun. However the police have no crowd control. No fault to them just too many people in a small area of the island.They are very under paid for what they have to deal with. The last few years we went very scary. My opinion; a ticking time bombing, a riot waiting to happen. Lots of crazy people.
The Mardi Gras bug has infected Texas City with the first annual Mardi Gras Gala. Sponsored by the Rotary club. This club fundraiser we will not be going.
Houston is gearing up for the Houston Livestock Rodeo. About a two week hoot nannie event. Dress up in your best duds of fringe cowboy shirts and 2 inch high "sh#t" kicking boots and tight fitting jeans. Take to the dance floor showing off your Texas two step and waltz.
Texas size parade, cowboys riding high in the saddle with their chaps, spurs, and ten gallon hats. Tagging behind the chuck wagons, rodeo clowns, and local marching bands is a crowd pleaser.
When all the dust settles you head over to old dome parking lot for the worlds best BBQ. Hundreds of teams compete for the first place trophy. Ya'll can mosey down and get ya some grub fixin. Don't pass any beans.
Ya'll come back to my next blog you here.
Juju
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Brrrrrrrrr
Yep Texas is under a winter warning. The Arctic blast has reached the gulf coast. Galveston temp is about 25. a wind chill of 10. Every 20 minutes we are getting weather updates. A few rolling black out of power outages, to help keep up the power grind, roadways and Hobby airport closing. Not to worry Harry and I have planned for this type of emergency. In case of frost bite we have agreed to give a flick to the body part affected. After all we have out lived that part, and no need to carry the dead weight. Now now don't laugh that's the easiest way to drop 10 to 15 pounds.
Hawaii was awesome. So happy we were able to go and spend our 41st annv. on the island. Our condo was just perfect. We had all beach gear for snorkeling, ice chest, chairs umbrellas, towels. A full kitchen fully stocked for a gourmet dinner. Entertainment systems living and bedroom. Our Lanai [patio] just off the bedroom overlooking the crystal emerald waters of the pacific. We spent endless hours watching the 10 to 15 feet waves rush the shorelines, green sea turtles and the ever so famous whales. Oh yes we believe a family of humpback were the stars of our private beach resort. Each day as we spotted these over sized mammals at a distance. We were incredibly impressed at their constant breaching, blowing, and flipping their huge fin in the sparkling waters. A few times we would see a tour boat try to catch up to the whales for a photo op but to no avail the sneaky fish would dive deep. After all they are on vacation Dec. to Mar.
The large sea turtles not there everyday but when out was such a joy to see them so close to the shore and so accepting of people. You should beware that right at the shoreline waves might send them crashing into your shin. You'll laugh yourself silly watching the men scream like girls.
Our beach Makaha Beach rarely crowded, just local tenants and guest. Wide white sand for parking yourself for an afternoon of sunbathing, reading your favorite novel ,afternoon nap and people watching. Many enjoy the variety of water sports. If the surf is small, makes for a nice long ride on a boogie board. If the surf is up then grab your surf board head out to catch that perfect wave. As the waves forms the every popular pipeline, surfers line up taking their turn to catch the ride on the wave. Canoe is also popular water sport. Me, just too much work paddling and trying to stay balance in a tiny light narrow shaped boat. I did try body surfing. The pounding waves can make good for body surfing, but they just pound the living daylights out of me. The darn waves knocked me off my feet then tried several times to wash me out to sea. Harry tried to grab me and to no avail I was heading out to the Pacific. Long story short I was finally able to get to my feet with the help of some bystanders. It's OK to laugh. Now people watching is my thang. My oh my! Amazing swimwear that is available. Lets chat about the one size fits all, or the ever popular thong that's just the men. Then you have the women who want to strut their too much stuff. I thought I had seen it all at Galveston Mardi Gras.
The nightly sunsets, my friends you just have to see them. Believe me I did not miss one. Something about the sun slowly disappearing at days end can give you a spiritual calming. The local residents would gather every evening giving a farwell to the sunsets. In the Hawaiian tradition of blowing in the seashell. This long standing custom past down many years will surely give you goosebumps.
We were able to see and do all we wanted in our two week stay. I look forward to returning to paradise.
Aloha my Friends
Juju
Hawaii was awesome. So happy we were able to go and spend our 41st annv. on the island. Our condo was just perfect. We had all beach gear for snorkeling, ice chest, chairs umbrellas, towels. A full kitchen fully stocked for a gourmet dinner. Entertainment systems living and bedroom. Our Lanai [patio] just off the bedroom overlooking the crystal emerald waters of the pacific. We spent endless hours watching the 10 to 15 feet waves rush the shorelines, green sea turtles and the ever so famous whales. Oh yes we believe a family of humpback were the stars of our private beach resort. Each day as we spotted these over sized mammals at a distance. We were incredibly impressed at their constant breaching, blowing, and flipping their huge fin in the sparkling waters. A few times we would see a tour boat try to catch up to the whales for a photo op but to no avail the sneaky fish would dive deep. After all they are on vacation Dec. to Mar.
The large sea turtles not there everyday but when out was such a joy to see them so close to the shore and so accepting of people. You should beware that right at the shoreline waves might send them crashing into your shin. You'll laugh yourself silly watching the men scream like girls.
Our beach Makaha Beach rarely crowded, just local tenants and guest. Wide white sand for parking yourself for an afternoon of sunbathing, reading your favorite novel ,afternoon nap and people watching. Many enjoy the variety of water sports. If the surf is small, makes for a nice long ride on a boogie board. If the surf is up then grab your surf board head out to catch that perfect wave. As the waves forms the every popular pipeline, surfers line up taking their turn to catch the ride on the wave. Canoe is also popular water sport. Me, just too much work paddling and trying to stay balance in a tiny light narrow shaped boat. I did try body surfing. The pounding waves can make good for body surfing, but they just pound the living daylights out of me. The darn waves knocked me off my feet then tried several times to wash me out to sea. Harry tried to grab me and to no avail I was heading out to the Pacific. Long story short I was finally able to get to my feet with the help of some bystanders. It's OK to laugh. Now people watching is my thang. My oh my! Amazing swimwear that is available. Lets chat about the one size fits all, or the ever popular thong that's just the men. Then you have the women who want to strut their too much stuff. I thought I had seen it all at Galveston Mardi Gras.
The nightly sunsets, my friends you just have to see them. Believe me I did not miss one. Something about the sun slowly disappearing at days end can give you a spiritual calming. The local residents would gather every evening giving a farwell to the sunsets. In the Hawaiian tradition of blowing in the seashell. This long standing custom past down many years will surely give you goosebumps.
We were able to see and do all we wanted in our two week stay. I look forward to returning to paradise.
Aloha my Friends
Juju
Monday, January 10, 2011
PARIDISE COVE LUAU
Enjoying the luau.
Juju arriving at the luau.
Look close and see the submarine in the distance.
Juju doing what she does best.
Hula Dancers
Friday, January 7, 2011
ALOHA
BEACH IN FRONT OF OUR CONDO
NORTH SHORE
DOLE PLANTATION
SUN SET FROM OUR LANAI
ARIZONA MEMORIAL
We watched the surfers on the pipeline trying to catch the perfect wave. The waves 12 to 15 feet. The surfers flew through the air like birds, dancing on the waves, showing off their skilled acrobatics. The crowds on the beach cheer each one on and never disappointed with their talents.
Pearl Harbor is not just a Memorial it is a cemetery. As you pay your respects you can't help but notice how some people are disrespectful. It is so difficult to understand the magnitude of destruction. A normal Sunday morning not knowing all Hell will break loose. All Americans knows the history of December 7th the day that will live in infamy. We have sent many men and women to the front lines of harms way. I wonder if I am appreciating the life that the soldiers are so willing to sacrifice for me. The privileges of freedom a selfless act of a true solider.
The Dole plantation is in the midst of paradise and one might think you have arrived in the Garden of Eden. So many tropical plants, the perfume of the flowers give your scents a relaxation of a true night slumber. We shared a pineapple float and fresh pineapple slices fresh from the field. Sweet, juicy, and just plan delicious. OMG to die for. The world being so mobile we are able to get the same tasty treat at your local Kroger's, Safeway. You should have a serving of fruit everyday.
Waikiki is a very busy tourist town. We drove the Hawaii's version of the Rodeo drive. The Gucci's, Coach, Ralph Lauren, etc. everything you would want. We just kept on driving. No need to let someone get rich from my money. The best about Waikiki I can say is been there done that!!!!
We drove the north shore of the island and ate at one of the local lunch wagons. Harry got the shrimp scampi and I got the spicy shrimp. Yummy but oh so very very hot. Yep almost to hot for me. A tourist from Japan got the same plate as I and his first bite brought tears to his eyes, and the surprise on his face was totally worth the drive over to the beach. Priceless!!!
Diamond head a very long hike and lots of stairs to climb. The view from the top is truly spectacular. Too bad I could not take the climb. I know I have a new knee, but it does give out on 3 sets of 90 plus steps.
Lets talk beach. Your feet sink into the light sand. Trying to walk is fun but you can loose your footing. This being winter for Hawaii the waves are huge and fierce. I had such a wipe out in the water. I have decide to plant my butt on the sandy shore and soak in the Hawaiian rays. Much safer than the water. Harry being a good swimmer he has a little difficulty. More fun watching the locals surfers and the children play. At sunset the residents of the condo gather to say farewell to the days end and in Hawaiian tradition of blowing the conch shells. A true Hawaiian art.
We still have much more to do and see. I shall update again.
Be safe.
Juju
Saturday, December 18, 2010
December 18th
Nick Suites Pool Side
The Family
The Train to Hogwart
Harry, Cody, Homer and Marge
Cody in one of the Pool Games
Cody getting slimmed
Hogwart Castle
A few short weeks back our family made a trip to Orlando FL. An early Christmas gift to one another. The girls, Harry and I still enjoy that ties that binds our family. We have so very much stuff that we enjoy our family vacation and time chillin as a family.
However Cody and Ryan will still find those long wished presents.
We flew out of Intercontinental airport. We boarded a 50 seat plane. I believe sardines had more room. Well to my surprise the flight was very good. Nice and smooth take off and landing. The flight attendants generous with the peanuts and pretzels. All was good.
We landed in Memphis then on to the next plane a lot larger and of course full. We're off once again to the wild blue yonder next destination Orlando FL. Another smooth landing we hailed a cab and on our way to the Nickelodeon Suites. This place is awesome so family friendly. The resort has thought of everything to make your stay great. Just souper dooper!! We had a two bedroom suite, a small kitchen, living room. There is a mini mall, for your convenience, with a hamburger, pizza, subway, and a coffee and sweet treat fast foods to satisfy your picky eaters. Then they have a nice restaurant, you may order off the menu or choose the nightly buffet. Every morning is a Breakfast buffet. Absolutely no need for anyone to go away hungry.
During the week we stayed the many activities included Nick Live poolside, casting, Mass Slimming, Meet the many nick character , such as Dora the explore, Sponge Bob, Krabby Patty, Sandy Cheeks, so many more kids favorites. In the evenings they celebrate winter in park with Let it Snow poolside then soar down a 55 foot long ice slide, splash in the pool, snack on tasty holiday treats, warm coco, snowflake cookies, popcorn. Enjoying all with large snowflakes fall from the tropical Florida skies. Then head indoors to warm up to a family game of Slime time live, or family karaoke. No way should you go home rested. As the clock ticks trust me there is always something going on. Maureen, Lisa and the boys were selected to be on the family Slime time live. You competed with another family answering nick trivia. The team winning would get slimmed. They did not win but Cody was able to hit one of his team with a pie in the face. He picked his Aunt Lisa and yes he smashed her in the face with a large whipped cream pie. I just wonder what Aunt Lisa will get Cody for Christmas.
Monday we spent the day at Islands of Adventure, had breakfast at Harry Potter's Broomstick pub. You could choose the traditional American Breakfast, pancake breakfast or the English Breakfast, smoked salmon, Canadian bacon, pumpkin juice, blood pudding muggles eggs. After a hearty breakfast off to Hogwarts school. As we walked to wait our short time of 75 minutes to take our turn on number 9 1/2 train. The highlight of our much anticipated ride was all we hoped it would be, thrilling and exciting. To share such fun with our children and grand children as they say priceless. Afterward we wanted to roam the land of Harry's world. We shopped the many specialties boutiques, Gladrags, Wizardly clothing, J Pippins, potions, the Cauldrons shop. Then it was time for some refreshments a large glass of butterbeer, or pumpkin juice. Don't turn your nose up; very tasty. Butterbeer is cream soda with butterscocth schnapps. Pumpkin juice is just that a sweet pumpkin nectar. Made a quick stop at the Owl post to mail our post cards. The Land of Harry Potter making it's debut in June is very crowded with so many mugglers anxious to experience Harry's world you need to expect long waits in line. I will say once you are there it is very worth it. I know I will go back. When the went to the Jurassic Park ride a short 30 minutes wait this is a water boat ride as we began to board the boat the skies opened with a down pour of heavy rain. We continue on the ride we were drenched but just the perfect mood setting for the ride. Tuesday we hung out again at the nick resorts. We rented a cabana and again chilled around the pool. Enjoying the Florida sun, swimming, and just snoozing poolside sweet. Wed. we were back to Universal studios. This side of the park not as crowded. We rode all the rides E T, Jaws, Frank Kincaid master of mayhem disaster studios. I was cast as a grandma in a very very short production. My film career short lived but I did bring in the box office hits.
Off to Dr Seuss land and Shriek adventure. We closed the parked. We decide to our dinner at the Hard Rock Cafe. Food is OK and musics way to loud but the boys had such fun.
Thursday came all to fast and time for us to head home where did the week go. Made our flights home safely and being that it was Thanksgiving we choose Kelly's restaurant for traditionally holiday dinner. If you must eat out Kelly's is the closest to home cooking as you can get.
Well that's all I got to say about that.
If I don't get a chance to blog before Christmas, I would like to wish all a very Merry Christmas and very safe Holiday Season.
XOXOXOXO
Juju
Saturday, December 11, 2010
Just a Quickie
Hey guys just thought I would give you a Quickie. Been a little busy and I have neglected my post. As we know anticipation makes the waiting so worth it.
First we had some such a nice surprise. Marty and Duff came into town and spent a week with us. We meet them at Farragut this past summer and we quickly became friends. Harry and Duff both have the love of ice cream. With that said you get the picture. They were heading to the valley for the winter. They are from Iowa and they did not want to spend another snowy winter in the corn belt.
Harry and I put on our tour guide hat, and had a lot of fun showing them the highlights of Galveston County. We drove them out to Brazos Bend state park and walked around the five mile lake scrawling for the famous alligators. As the sun warm the afternoon we began to spot several of them enjoying sun bathing. The park is only an hour drives from T C. Once you are there and set up you will have such a good time. On Saturdays the park has an observatory and many amateurs bring out their telescope and share with the public. Now the park has three huge power telescopes and you are welcome to view our amazing solar system. Folks this truly will melt away any stress you may have to gaze upon our heavens. Give yourself that inner peace and you will look forward to the Monday blues.
The park has it share of critters and when the sun begins to fade you see the fat racoon's inching every so slowly toward your camp site scavenger from crumbs. The many herds of deer heading to their resting spot for the night to bed down. The squirrels scurrying to their nest high in the tree tops. You know it's time to gather your family and friends for a nice warm camp fire. Oh the many tall tales
you share, and outrageous stories that will always be place in the memories. As they say priceless. Enjoy our parks, have a picnic, take a short hike on the many trails, go fishing, a nap is always sweet. Just do it you will be glad you did.
The four us enjoyed the day in Galveston walking the strand, and you cannot past La Kings and old time soda parlor, candies you will want to try each flavor from hard candy to soft fudge. Candy cigarettes to pop rocks, and oh the taffy. After eating your salt water taffy no place better than a lazy walk on the beach. With the gulf spray you and waves dancing at your feet. Yep again no stress. Just the simple pleasure of life.
The next day the Kemah boardwalk. We were very fortunate to get a good parking spot. As the locals will tell you get there early or be prepared to walk and walk and walk. We wandered through the amusement park being old farts just could not muster any rides.
We also strolled the waterways watched the speed boats and the pesky seagulls scoop generous crumbs from the people.
Before you know the week had end and our friends pulled out of Dickinson and headed to Brownsville. They arrived safe and Marty in her gown and Duff in his kerchief they have settled in for a long winter's nap.
I do have much more to chat with you. However this is my day off and like most working girls I have errands to do. I do want to chat with you about our fun trip to Orlando FL. We had such a great time. Also my dear friend Deb thanks so much to continue to spoil me with your homemade Texas trash, may be made in Oregon but still has that Texas thang. Harry and I had our traditional Christmas dinner with Kerrie and Rogers. A bottle of wine and grilled steaks tender enough to cut with a fork. Kerrie always amazes me with her unique Christmas gifts.
Love to all, and to all have a safe Christmas.
Hmmm I lied about the quickie. Now you know why Hartley always
smiles.
xoxoxox
Juju
First we had some such a nice surprise. Marty and Duff came into town and spent a week with us. We meet them at Farragut this past summer and we quickly became friends. Harry and Duff both have the love of ice cream. With that said you get the picture. They were heading to the valley for the winter. They are from Iowa and they did not want to spend another snowy winter in the corn belt.
Harry and I put on our tour guide hat, and had a lot of fun showing them the highlights of Galveston County. We drove them out to Brazos Bend state park and walked around the five mile lake scrawling for the famous alligators. As the sun warm the afternoon we began to spot several of them enjoying sun bathing. The park is only an hour drives from T C. Once you are there and set up you will have such a good time. On Saturdays the park has an observatory and many amateurs bring out their telescope and share with the public. Now the park has three huge power telescopes and you are welcome to view our amazing solar system. Folks this truly will melt away any stress you may have to gaze upon our heavens. Give yourself that inner peace and you will look forward to the Monday blues.
The park has it share of critters and when the sun begins to fade you see the fat racoon's inching every so slowly toward your camp site scavenger from crumbs. The many herds of deer heading to their resting spot for the night to bed down. The squirrels scurrying to their nest high in the tree tops. You know it's time to gather your family and friends for a nice warm camp fire. Oh the many tall tales
you share, and outrageous stories that will always be place in the memories. As they say priceless. Enjoy our parks, have a picnic, take a short hike on the many trails, go fishing, a nap is always sweet. Just do it you will be glad you did.
The four us enjoyed the day in Galveston walking the strand, and you cannot past La Kings and old time soda parlor, candies you will want to try each flavor from hard candy to soft fudge. Candy cigarettes to pop rocks, and oh the taffy. After eating your salt water taffy no place better than a lazy walk on the beach. With the gulf spray you and waves dancing at your feet. Yep again no stress. Just the simple pleasure of life.
The next day the Kemah boardwalk. We were very fortunate to get a good parking spot. As the locals will tell you get there early or be prepared to walk and walk and walk. We wandered through the amusement park being old farts just could not muster any rides.
We also strolled the waterways watched the speed boats and the pesky seagulls scoop generous crumbs from the people.
Before you know the week had end and our friends pulled out of Dickinson and headed to Brownsville. They arrived safe and Marty in her gown and Duff in his kerchief they have settled in for a long winter's nap.
I do have much more to chat with you. However this is my day off and like most working girls I have errands to do. I do want to chat with you about our fun trip to Orlando FL. We had such a great time. Also my dear friend Deb thanks so much to continue to spoil me with your homemade Texas trash, may be made in Oregon but still has that Texas thang. Harry and I had our traditional Christmas dinner with Kerrie and Rogers. A bottle of wine and grilled steaks tender enough to cut with a fork. Kerrie always amazes me with her unique Christmas gifts.
Love to all, and to all have a safe Christmas.
Hmmm I lied about the quickie. Now you know why Hartley always
smiles.
xoxoxox
Juju
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Sunday Nov.7
Never guess what I have done. Well I went to work. Yep you read right. I got dressed one morning went to our local Mall filled out an application and Wa La I got a job. I am now part time employed with Palais Royal. I work about 13 hours a week. Now I am not sure what I may have gotten myself into. First people just don't make a purchase. You can purchase gift cards, gift receipt, pay on your accounts, then you have coupons, and exchange items. The list is endless and of course there is a function key for everything. Which means Juju is working with a computer. Oh ya we all know about Juju and the great world of computers. You ask why am I working? Very simple I get to play dress up. I have a wardrobe of clothes, shoes and lots bejewels that dazzle me. [Harry after working many long shut downs some 45 to 66 days in a row he would always surprise me with a new piece of jewelry] he has spoiled me. I am seeing and chatting with friends I have not seen in such a long time. It is true I don't need to work and be assure my salary is certainly not for the money. I have something to look forward to. We do know I have an attitude and I am not afraid to use it. Shop at your own risk, better still come and lets chat. LOL
I shall let you know how this works out for me.
A few weeks back me and two of my sister we went to New Orleans, oh yes the Big Easy, the Crescent City, don't matter how you say it Naw Leans is a blast. We had beignets at Cafe' Du Monde, soft shell crabs, gumbo, fried green tomato's at K Paul's and BBQ shrimp and banana foster at the Court of Two Sisters. Hurricanes, Cyclone, Bloody Mary's, dancing, singing, at Pat O Brien's. We walked the quarter, Jackson square, downtown, river front and Jax Brewery Mall. The many sights we saw on Bourbon, Royal, St Charles. The quarter is again alive and waiting to entertain you. Jazz band marching down the streets, artist, and street mimes all the flavor you expect from the city. Our hotel was Mason Dupry on Toulouse in a word gorgeous. Cocktail hour in the courtyard and platters of appetizers to get you started. We had lunch at Willie Mae's Scotch House. She's been on the food network, Emerill's, and Diner, Drive in and Dives. This family is famous for their fried chicken. You will not be disappointed. The food is served family style and hot from the kitchen. Believe me you will have to wait in line so get there early, visit with the locals and the many visitors waiting to get in, be patient you will not be sorry. They close at 3:00 P M so you snooze you will loose. We are planning another trip early spring going to San Antonio and enjoy the river walk. Who knows you may find the sassy sister in a town near you. We are girls that wanta have fun, love that song!!!
My hubby while I was having fun in New Orleans was busy planning a special trip for us. We will celebrate 41 years this Dec. So Harry booked a two week trip for in Hawaii. Yep he did. We had talked a little about going but I never gave it much more thought. Well my man said oh yes baby I am taking you. We will be there for our 41st anniversary, new years eve and Harry's 64th birthday. We have a condo on the beach. Very romantic sunsets with a glass of wine.
Speaking of vacation our girls and grandsons and us will be flying to Orlando FL. in a few weeks during Thanksgiving break. We are big Harry Potter fans, read the books, seen the movies. Now it is time to enjoy the new theme park at Universal Studios. Yes us muggles will hop on the flying train at the 9 1/2 terminal to Hogwraths School. We shall get our lesson in witch craft and wizardly. You can only guess what spell I am going to learn hmmm!! Your right I want to be tall and have good feet so I can wear high heals.
So excited to share this with you. Last Sunday my grandson Cody was baptised. He has been asking lots of questions about Church, and Jesus. He actually was inspired this past summer during Vacation Bible School. Also my nephew Drake he was baptised the same morning him and Cody being cousin just made Sunday such a blessing. Many aunts, uncle, granny's and grandpa's were beaming with pride. That little light was shinning.
Now that I have bored you with my bragging. I shall say good night,
be safe and don't forget to smile.
xoxoxoxox
I shall let you know how this works out for me.
A few weeks back me and two of my sister we went to New Orleans, oh yes the Big Easy, the Crescent City, don't matter how you say it Naw Leans is a blast. We had beignets at Cafe' Du Monde, soft shell crabs, gumbo, fried green tomato's at K Paul's and BBQ shrimp and banana foster at the Court of Two Sisters. Hurricanes, Cyclone, Bloody Mary's, dancing, singing, at Pat O Brien's. We walked the quarter, Jackson square, downtown, river front and Jax Brewery Mall. The many sights we saw on Bourbon, Royal, St Charles. The quarter is again alive and waiting to entertain you. Jazz band marching down the streets, artist, and street mimes all the flavor you expect from the city. Our hotel was Mason Dupry on Toulouse in a word gorgeous. Cocktail hour in the courtyard and platters of appetizers to get you started. We had lunch at Willie Mae's Scotch House. She's been on the food network, Emerill's, and Diner, Drive in and Dives. This family is famous for their fried chicken. You will not be disappointed. The food is served family style and hot from the kitchen. Believe me you will have to wait in line so get there early, visit with the locals and the many visitors waiting to get in, be patient you will not be sorry. They close at 3:00 P M so you snooze you will loose. We are planning another trip early spring going to San Antonio and enjoy the river walk. Who knows you may find the sassy sister in a town near you. We are girls that wanta have fun, love that song!!!
My hubby while I was having fun in New Orleans was busy planning a special trip for us. We will celebrate 41 years this Dec. So Harry booked a two week trip for in Hawaii. Yep he did. We had talked a little about going but I never gave it much more thought. Well my man said oh yes baby I am taking you. We will be there for our 41st anniversary, new years eve and Harry's 64th birthday. We have a condo on the beach. Very romantic sunsets with a glass of wine.
Speaking of vacation our girls and grandsons and us will be flying to Orlando FL. in a few weeks during Thanksgiving break. We are big Harry Potter fans, read the books, seen the movies. Now it is time to enjoy the new theme park at Universal Studios. Yes us muggles will hop on the flying train at the 9 1/2 terminal to Hogwraths School. We shall get our lesson in witch craft and wizardly. You can only guess what spell I am going to learn hmmm!! Your right I want to be tall and have good feet so I can wear high heals.
So excited to share this with you. Last Sunday my grandson Cody was baptised. He has been asking lots of questions about Church, and Jesus. He actually was inspired this past summer during Vacation Bible School. Also my nephew Drake he was baptised the same morning him and Cody being cousin just made Sunday such a blessing. Many aunts, uncle, granny's and grandpa's were beaming with pride. That little light was shinning.
Now that I have bored you with my bragging. I shall say good night,
be safe and don't forget to smile.
xoxoxoxox
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Good Morning again. I know two days in a row. Cover your head the sky is falling, the sky is falling. I always liked Chicken Little.
We did vote yesterday. Of course you are swamped by all the solicitors wanting to get your vote for their candidates. As you approach the precinct the first thing you notice is all the signs for candidates. Amazing the amount of money each person spends on their campaign. You got the TV ads, billboards, flyer's they put on your car windshield while your in Wal Mart. All of them have the promise to do what is good for you and our country. I truly wish that was true. I am still waiting for that perfect candidate. You are right what am I thinking. Do go out and vote for the politician of your choice they are counting on your vote. Then you can have something to talk about.
Sunday evening we met some friends at Chili's. They are full time RVers. They have spent most of the year on the east and mid west.
On the first of November they head to CA. They have a son and daughter n law that have 6 months of sea duty for our beloved Navy. Mary and Lannie will babysit for their grandchildren. Such a sacrifice for both families. Let's continue to keep our brave military in our prays.
Last night on PBS was a great documentary about Galveston Island.
A two hour program on the history of the island from the days of pirates, through hurricanes, gambling, and the famous red light district. So much information and very informative. Being a BOI
[born on the island] I was very happy to continue my education. Many facts and myths were answered. I know many of the people who talked about the island. The passion they have for their island truly is heard through the many fond memories they shared. I too have many. I can suggest the island is a good place to vacation. There is many hotels from 5 star to fit the most limited budget. The waters are not always blue only because of the Mississippi rivers churns the gulf waters.
Don't let that stop you enjoying a stroll on the seawall or a much needed refreshing swim on a hot Texas summer day. The strand district has so many fun shops to browse and many unique island souvenirs to remind you of vacation. Benches to people watch and sip a cool drink "don't worry be happy".
Then there is the awesome and many restaurants. You have abundant choices. Seafood is the most popular and never a short supply to please your palate. Italian, Mexican, Cajun, Chinese. A few of my favorites, Rudy T & Paco, Fisherman's Wharf, Shrimp n' Stuff, Mario's on the seawall for Italian, Di Bella's Italian, Queens BBQ, Sonny's Place.
The Grand 1894 Opera House a variety of plays, Tuna Christmas, Menopause, River Dance, comedians, Jackie Mason, music The Lyle Lovett, Glen Campbell. Again something to please all.
Lots of interesting homes to tour, Ashton Village, Bishop Palace, Moody Mansion. Don't forget the many festivals, Mardi Gras, Dickens on the Strand, Moody Gardens. So come to Galveston, as you come across the causeway shed your tie, loose the heels, relax Island style. You deserve a mini vacation.
Hmmm maybe next time I can give you info about the Mainland.
Be safe xoxoxo
Juju
We did vote yesterday. Of course you are swamped by all the solicitors wanting to get your vote for their candidates. As you approach the precinct the first thing you notice is all the signs for candidates. Amazing the amount of money each person spends on their campaign. You got the TV ads, billboards, flyer's they put on your car windshield while your in Wal Mart. All of them have the promise to do what is good for you and our country. I truly wish that was true. I am still waiting for that perfect candidate. You are right what am I thinking. Do go out and vote for the politician of your choice they are counting on your vote. Then you can have something to talk about.
Sunday evening we met some friends at Chili's. They are full time RVers. They have spent most of the year on the east and mid west.
On the first of November they head to CA. They have a son and daughter n law that have 6 months of sea duty for our beloved Navy. Mary and Lannie will babysit for their grandchildren. Such a sacrifice for both families. Let's continue to keep our brave military in our prays.
Last night on PBS was a great documentary about Galveston Island.
A two hour program on the history of the island from the days of pirates, through hurricanes, gambling, and the famous red light district. So much information and very informative. Being a BOI
[born on the island] I was very happy to continue my education. Many facts and myths were answered. I know many of the people who talked about the island. The passion they have for their island truly is heard through the many fond memories they shared. I too have many. I can suggest the island is a good place to vacation. There is many hotels from 5 star to fit the most limited budget. The waters are not always blue only because of the Mississippi rivers churns the gulf waters.
Don't let that stop you enjoying a stroll on the seawall or a much needed refreshing swim on a hot Texas summer day. The strand district has so many fun shops to browse and many unique island souvenirs to remind you of vacation. Benches to people watch and sip a cool drink "don't worry be happy".
Then there is the awesome and many restaurants. You have abundant choices. Seafood is the most popular and never a short supply to please your palate. Italian, Mexican, Cajun, Chinese. A few of my favorites, Rudy T & Paco, Fisherman's Wharf, Shrimp n' Stuff, Mario's on the seawall for Italian, Di Bella's Italian, Queens BBQ, Sonny's Place.
The Grand 1894 Opera House a variety of plays, Tuna Christmas, Menopause, River Dance, comedians, Jackie Mason, music The Lyle Lovett, Glen Campbell. Again something to please all.
Lots of interesting homes to tour, Ashton Village, Bishop Palace, Moody Mansion. Don't forget the many festivals, Mardi Gras, Dickens on the Strand, Moody Gardens. So come to Galveston, as you come across the causeway shed your tie, loose the heels, relax Island style. You deserve a mini vacation.
Hmmm maybe next time I can give you info about the Mainland.
Be safe xoxoxo
Juju
Monday, October 18, 2010
Oct 18.2010
I suppose you think I have forgotten about updating the blog. Sad to say I have been lazy. No excuse. This being a Monday morning let me begin with my week agenda. Early voting is on my must to do today. Harry has lodge tonight and they have dinner first. Which means family is invited for the dinner. Tuesday night is Ryan's football game. Wednesday First Baptist Church has family supper night. Early Thursday morning me and two of my sisters fly to the Big Easy, the Crescent City, yep we will have a couple days in the fab city of New Orleans. May be a short trip but we (the sassy sisters) are not a force to be reckoned with. They just think Katrina was devastating.
We shall walk Bourbon, Royal and Canal streets, the French Quarter. Fresh beienets and strong chicory coffee at the famous Cafe Du Monde. Sitting and people watching in Jackson square. Stroll the streets with a Pat O'Brien's Hurricane. Listening to jazz of Pete Fountain, and Al Hurt. Then we have Harrahs casino were Mardi Gras is everyday and beads thrown like pennies from heaven. The night life Laissez les bon temp reoule, let the good times roll.
Saturday upon my return I must rush to the Masonic lodge. Harry will be honored with his 40 year pin. He joined the Masons at the young age of 24. He does not like to brag so I shall do the honors. He has been Worshipful Master of the Lodge, District Deputy, District Instructor, received the Golden trowel award and holds an "A" certificate in the work.
These accomplishment are achieved by dedication with many hours of hard work and studying. Along our many travels he has a goal of visiting a lodge in each state. He is true to his word with 10 visit under his belt.
We have been enjoying are grandsons. Cody has a smooth scam, he likes to call me and says he needs to be spoiled. His brother and mother just does not understand him. I of course can't resist his plea's, go get him and wa la the spoiling begins. He has been told about Hershey PA. and now is planning summer vacation for us. Ryan hearing about this and stated he is interested in going. Which could not please me more. My 13 year old wants to hang out with his grandparents. How cool is that. Sunday we attend church and afterwards we have Sunday lunch, watch the football games. Just old fashion family day. Cody shall be baptised Oct. 31. He made his confession of faith a few Sundays back. Now that is what I call a true blessing of a treat. A wonderful early birthday gift for Maureen.
We have a plan family vacation in November. Maureen. Ryan and I have read the Harry Potter's series patiently waited the midnight showing of the movies. We are headed to Universal Studios in Orlando Fl. for the Harry Potter theme park. Granny and Papa going to walk a hundred miles, stand in lines forever, sweat like pigs under the tropical sun of Florida. Life is so sweet and for my family I will be happy to do whatever possible.
I do have much more to say we know I am never a lost for words. However, I need to start my scratch off on my to do list. Early voting #1.
Be safe xoxoxox
Juju
We shall walk Bourbon, Royal and Canal streets, the French Quarter. Fresh beienets and strong chicory coffee at the famous Cafe Du Monde. Sitting and people watching in Jackson square. Stroll the streets with a Pat O'Brien's Hurricane. Listening to jazz of Pete Fountain, and Al Hurt. Then we have Harrahs casino were Mardi Gras is everyday and beads thrown like pennies from heaven. The night life Laissez les bon temp reoule, let the good times roll.
Saturday upon my return I must rush to the Masonic lodge. Harry will be honored with his 40 year pin. He joined the Masons at the young age of 24. He does not like to brag so I shall do the honors. He has been Worshipful Master of the Lodge, District Deputy, District Instructor, received the Golden trowel award and holds an "A" certificate in the work.
These accomplishment are achieved by dedication with many hours of hard work and studying. Along our many travels he has a goal of visiting a lodge in each state. He is true to his word with 10 visit under his belt.
We have been enjoying are grandsons. Cody has a smooth scam, he likes to call me and says he needs to be spoiled. His brother and mother just does not understand him. I of course can't resist his plea's, go get him and wa la the spoiling begins. He has been told about Hershey PA. and now is planning summer vacation for us. Ryan hearing about this and stated he is interested in going. Which could not please me more. My 13 year old wants to hang out with his grandparents. How cool is that. Sunday we attend church and afterwards we have Sunday lunch, watch the football games. Just old fashion family day. Cody shall be baptised Oct. 31. He made his confession of faith a few Sundays back. Now that is what I call a true blessing of a treat. A wonderful early birthday gift for Maureen.
We have a plan family vacation in November. Maureen. Ryan and I have read the Harry Potter's series patiently waited the midnight showing of the movies. We are headed to Universal Studios in Orlando Fl. for the Harry Potter theme park. Granny and Papa going to walk a hundred miles, stand in lines forever, sweat like pigs under the tropical sun of Florida. Life is so sweet and for my family I will be happy to do whatever possible.
I do have much more to say we know I am never a lost for words. However, I need to start my scratch off on my to do list. Early voting #1.
Be safe xoxoxox
Juju
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
August 24, 2010
Good morning my friends. Our 6 day drive from Athol ID. to Boerne TX, was so worth the experience. Even haven driven this route already a couple of times, it truly seems like the first. From the beautiful mountains to the scorched desert. North Idaho polished and rustic with sophisticated comfort and urban charm. With the great south west having the spicy influence of our native Americans. Driving in the comfort of your car and being able to make stops along the many historic sites learning American history. The landscape transforms to the many agriculture areas we so depend on for daily food supply.
Fields of bright green corn stalks, the beige of wheat gently swaying in the breeze. Acres of soy beans, oats, pecan groves, peach, apple, and cherry orchards, and fields of brilliant yellow sunflowers. The stalks sturdy and stretching to the sun. Then we have the small farmers that sell their fruits and veggies on the side of the road. Which by the way is always best fresh from the farm.
American livestock that graze upon lush green grass. Dairy cows, sheep, cattle, deer, elk, and horse's. Remarkable the dedication of our farmers. They work the soil sun up to sun down, preparing the ground, planting, and harvesting. Not to mention the many acts of nature that could make or break the growing season. Draught, excessive rain, harsh winds, and prolong winter season of ice and snow. So many unpredictable factors that cause mayhem on our nations food supply. So have you hugged a farmer today.
You have heard me whine and complain about the drastic change of climate. The crisp mountain air to the smelting heat. It is like flipping a switch from comfy cool to stifle hot. Need not say anymore.
Time to sign off for today. If I remember next time I will share the many different cuisine.
Be safe xoxoxo
Juju
Fields of bright green corn stalks, the beige of wheat gently swaying in the breeze. Acres of soy beans, oats, pecan groves, peach, apple, and cherry orchards, and fields of brilliant yellow sunflowers. The stalks sturdy and stretching to the sun. Then we have the small farmers that sell their fruits and veggies on the side of the road. Which by the way is always best fresh from the farm.
American livestock that graze upon lush green grass. Dairy cows, sheep, cattle, deer, elk, and horse's. Remarkable the dedication of our farmers. They work the soil sun up to sun down, preparing the ground, planting, and harvesting. Not to mention the many acts of nature that could make or break the growing season. Draught, excessive rain, harsh winds, and prolong winter season of ice and snow. So many unpredictable factors that cause mayhem on our nations food supply. So have you hugged a farmer today.
You have heard me whine and complain about the drastic change of climate. The crisp mountain air to the smelting heat. It is like flipping a switch from comfy cool to stifle hot. Need not say anymore.
Time to sign off for today. If I remember next time I will share the many different cuisine.
Be safe xoxoxo
Juju
Monday, August 23, 2010
Texas
We are now in San Antonio. We arrived a day early. However glad to have the driving behind us. Our youngest Malissa was so excited to see us. She wanted to take Monday off. Her and I love shopping, and hanging out. We have a few movies we liked to see, I think we can fit all into our schedule. We shall be here 11 days before we head to Galveston.
Well that old saying what comes around goes around. Very true, while in Athol I would brag to people back home about the comfortable temp. Always gave them a smug daily report of the super nice weather conditions. Of course my sarcasms has come back to haunt me. Temp here in San Antonio is 103. No rain, no cool down, in the near future. I am now in Hell. We are having to run both AC's our ceiling fan and a box fan. We did get a little lucky with our RV space. We have a small tree and we get a very late afternoon shade. Gosh being in the shade just cools us down a cool 1 degree.
Looking so forward to taking a dip in cement pond, water temp is a boiling 90. Yes being a Blondie I don't always make good choice. I REALLY MISS ATHOL IDAHO the high there today is 67.
Would like to share some good RV parks we stopped at along our route. First stop Dillon MT. South side RV park I give it a 9. Pull through, super clean, lots of trees, level
sites, laundry rooms, showers, cable TV with Showtime and HBO. Easy in and easy out. Second stop. Springville UT.
http://www.eastbayrvpark.com/ I also give the park a 9. This park had a pool, WI-FI, a beauty of a sunset, a good stop for a full days drive. Yes we will go back. Third stop Sleeping Ute Mountain R V Park (970) 565-6544 or 1-800-889-5072. Again a good park had all you need. This one located on Indian Reservation, complete with a Casino. Did not get to go and check it out. That was the day of my vertigo attack. Harry being a sweetheart would not leave me alone. So sweet how he worries about me. 4th day 229 miles to Rio Rancho NM. we stayed at a KOA been there many times and as always very pricey. They do offer pancakes for morning breakfast. Our favorite is reason for stopping is the Mexican burrito with green chilies, too die for. Yes we would absolute go outta our way for this burrito. Also I was able to get my green chilies to take home, love Mexican food.
Day 5 was a short drive to Roswell NM to Town and Country RV Park. Again we have been at this park many times very comfortable plenty room for any size rigs and
accommodations for alien space ship. They do ask that you do not smush their pets, tarantulas. Day 6 leaving Roswell very early Saturday morning leaving behind pleasant temp of 73. We crossed the border into TX and was hit with a heat wave. We had 6 days on the road and gonna make it home tonight. Kept the wheels rolling till we got to Boerne. A nice surprise Jay and Stella were returning from dinner, great to see them again. They have just returned from a Colorado vacation. Trying to adjust to the heat. Will have some time to catch up with each travels.
Our boomers RV buddies will have a 10 year annv. party Labor Day weekend. Gonna be a big party. Lots of happy campers for a 3 day weekend.
OK my friends will chat again soon.
Be safe xoxoxo
juju
Well that old saying what comes around goes around. Very true, while in Athol I would brag to people back home about the comfortable temp. Always gave them a smug daily report of the super nice weather conditions. Of course my sarcasms has come back to haunt me. Temp here in San Antonio is 103. No rain, no cool down, in the near future. I am now in Hell. We are having to run both AC's our ceiling fan and a box fan. We did get a little lucky with our RV space. We have a small tree and we get a very late afternoon shade. Gosh being in the shade just cools us down a cool 1 degree.
Looking so forward to taking a dip in cement pond, water temp is a boiling 90. Yes being a Blondie I don't always make good choice. I REALLY MISS ATHOL IDAHO the high there today is 67.
Would like to share some good RV parks we stopped at along our route. First stop Dillon MT. South side RV park I give it a 9. Pull through, super clean, lots of trees, level
sites, laundry rooms, showers, cable TV with Showtime and HBO. Easy in and easy out. Second stop. Springville UT.
http://www.eastbayrvpark.com/ I also give the park a 9. This park had a pool, WI-FI, a beauty of a sunset, a good stop for a full days drive. Yes we will go back. Third stop Sleeping Ute Mountain R V Park (970) 565-6544 or 1-800-889-5072. Again a good park had all you need. This one located on Indian Reservation, complete with a Casino. Did not get to go and check it out. That was the day of my vertigo attack. Harry being a sweetheart would not leave me alone. So sweet how he worries about me. 4th day 229 miles to Rio Rancho NM. we stayed at a KOA been there many times and as always very pricey. They do offer pancakes for morning breakfast. Our favorite is reason for stopping is the Mexican burrito with green chilies, too die for. Yes we would absolute go outta our way for this burrito. Also I was able to get my green chilies to take home, love Mexican food.
Day 5 was a short drive to Roswell NM to Town and Country RV Park. Again we have been at this park many times very comfortable plenty room for any size rigs and
accommodations for alien space ship. They do ask that you do not smush their pets, tarantulas. Day 6 leaving Roswell very early Saturday morning leaving behind pleasant temp of 73. We crossed the border into TX and was hit with a heat wave. We had 6 days on the road and gonna make it home tonight. Kept the wheels rolling till we got to Boerne. A nice surprise Jay and Stella were returning from dinner, great to see them again. They have just returned from a Colorado vacation. Trying to adjust to the heat. Will have some time to catch up with each travels.
Our boomers RV buddies will have a 10 year annv. party Labor Day weekend. Gonna be a big party. Lots of happy campers for a 3 day weekend.
OK my friends will chat again soon.
Be safe xoxoxo
juju
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Wed. August 18th
Hello my friends. Hope you doing fine this Wed.? Lot's to share with you guys.
First I will start with Deb's visit. Just to update a few who might not know. Deb and I have been bbf for 50 + years. We went to grade school and junior high, before her and family moved to Texas City. We managed to stay in touch after high school and Deb going on to A& M. Then moving out west when she was 21. Oh my the many teenage pranks I could share with you. There was this one time at the teen club, just a hang out for us teens, well anyway we thought it would be fun to, oh my such a long time ago I can't remember what I had for breakfast. You know the saying what happen then stays then. LOL
Deb drove from Central Point OR. a good 2 day drive to Athol ID. She arrived Wed. afternoon and we headed to the big city of Coeur D' Alene. Had a few cocktails at a local restaurant which has a patio for us to people watch. A great afternoon sharing fond memories and catching up since last years visit. Afterwards we shopped the local farmers market. I finally found some fresh tomatoes. Also planed to get some fresh cut flowers, which I usually have on my dining table. Flowers just the perfect gift from God. Getting late and Deb having a long day we decide to head back to the park. First we had to give her a quick tour of the park. We all settled in for the evening. Thursday we spent the better part of the day in the park. That evening was party time. We had a park ranger celebrating her birthday, so off to the floating patio in Bayview. I believe we had some 75 people giving Erin birthday wishes, many drinks, along with duck farts shots, some insisted on a B57. We tired to tell her she meant a B52, no she said a B57. Turns out a B57 is a B52. Scott owner of the patio is always making sure his guest are happy campers. He is not shy with the alcohol. There was a few intermittent showers, determined we would not let a little rain spoil our party. Then came the downpour being so sweet I could not melt. So we made a fast dash to the truck and head home. I have mentioned we live in a gated part of the park so yes I had to get out in the dark with pouring rain, a little tipsy trying to put this key into a small whole in the a lock. Not sure how long it took but I was drenched big time. Harry and Deb laughing at me Harry enjoying turning the truck light on and off. Getting the gate open Deb suggesting to Harry to inch the truck up then stop and do it again. Ha ha you should have been there it was really very funny. Adding another memory to keep in my many pages of life. Friday afternoon the campers begin showing up for the weekend wedding. I know Deb and I was so excited another wedding in the park. This time it was gonna be big. They unloaded chairs, by the dozen, BBQ pits, band equipment. Oh yes another get down hoot en nanny. We parked our chairs in the street for front row view. We had corn chips and a bottle of mountain dew. So giddy we could hardly wait. With out any warning here comes the bride all dressed in white. Yes, what a disappointment. This couple was so traditional the only thing exciting was the little flower girl. She must have been 3 and being outside she had picked flowers and blowing bubbles. A real dud of a wedding. Well I let the park ranger have a ear full. These people were not welcome back. All was not lost Deb and I did a little star gazing and topped the evening off with a cup of coffee and Baileys. Sunday came to fast and time to say farewell to my dear friend. Deb is on a mission she is looking for RV parks for our return next spring.
My grandson called and wants his granny home. What Cody and Ryan want they get. Granny said good bye and is heading to Texas. We did talk with Erin and as it turns out a couple arrived 3 weeks early. Boone and Betty ahead of schedule from Alaska they were very eager to slide into our place. We made our preparations for the long journey home. Leaving was bitter sweet, having made many new friendship and say good bye to old friends it was time to depart. We will spend Labor Day weekend with our family and visit some friends in Boerne. Our plans to stay on the Island, I want to be close to my grandsons. Football games, soccer games, choir, and having lunch with them just to name a few.
Again I have kept you too long. Will say good night and will chat again soon.
Be safe XOXOXO
Juju
First I will start with Deb's visit. Just to update a few who might not know. Deb and I have been bbf for 50 + years. We went to grade school and junior high, before her and family moved to Texas City. We managed to stay in touch after high school and Deb going on to A& M. Then moving out west when she was 21. Oh my the many teenage pranks I could share with you. There was this one time at the teen club, just a hang out for us teens, well anyway we thought it would be fun to, oh my such a long time ago I can't remember what I had for breakfast. You know the saying what happen then stays then. LOL
Deb drove from Central Point OR. a good 2 day drive to Athol ID. She arrived Wed. afternoon and we headed to the big city of Coeur D' Alene. Had a few cocktails at a local restaurant which has a patio for us to people watch. A great afternoon sharing fond memories and catching up since last years visit. Afterwards we shopped the local farmers market. I finally found some fresh tomatoes. Also planed to get some fresh cut flowers, which I usually have on my dining table. Flowers just the perfect gift from God. Getting late and Deb having a long day we decide to head back to the park. First we had to give her a quick tour of the park. We all settled in for the evening. Thursday we spent the better part of the day in the park. That evening was party time. We had a park ranger celebrating her birthday, so off to the floating patio in Bayview. I believe we had some 75 people giving Erin birthday wishes, many drinks, along with duck farts shots, some insisted on a B57. We tired to tell her she meant a B52, no she said a B57. Turns out a B57 is a B52. Scott owner of the patio is always making sure his guest are happy campers. He is not shy with the alcohol. There was a few intermittent showers, determined we would not let a little rain spoil our party. Then came the downpour being so sweet I could not melt. So we made a fast dash to the truck and head home. I have mentioned we live in a gated part of the park so yes I had to get out in the dark with pouring rain, a little tipsy trying to put this key into a small whole in the a lock. Not sure how long it took but I was drenched big time. Harry and Deb laughing at me Harry enjoying turning the truck light on and off. Getting the gate open Deb suggesting to Harry to inch the truck up then stop and do it again. Ha ha you should have been there it was really very funny. Adding another memory to keep in my many pages of life. Friday afternoon the campers begin showing up for the weekend wedding. I know Deb and I was so excited another wedding in the park. This time it was gonna be big. They unloaded chairs, by the dozen, BBQ pits, band equipment. Oh yes another get down hoot en nanny. We parked our chairs in the street for front row view. We had corn chips and a bottle of mountain dew. So giddy we could hardly wait. With out any warning here comes the bride all dressed in white. Yes, what a disappointment. This couple was so traditional the only thing exciting was the little flower girl. She must have been 3 and being outside she had picked flowers and blowing bubbles. A real dud of a wedding. Well I let the park ranger have a ear full. These people were not welcome back. All was not lost Deb and I did a little star gazing and topped the evening off with a cup of coffee and Baileys. Sunday came to fast and time to say farewell to my dear friend. Deb is on a mission she is looking for RV parks for our return next spring.
My grandson called and wants his granny home. What Cody and Ryan want they get. Granny said good bye and is heading to Texas. We did talk with Erin and as it turns out a couple arrived 3 weeks early. Boone and Betty ahead of schedule from Alaska they were very eager to slide into our place. We made our preparations for the long journey home. Leaving was bitter sweet, having made many new friendship and say good bye to old friends it was time to depart. We will spend Labor Day weekend with our family and visit some friends in Boerne. Our plans to stay on the Island, I want to be close to my grandsons. Football games, soccer games, choir, and having lunch with them just to name a few.
Again I have kept you too long. Will say good night and will chat again soon.
Be safe XOXOXO
Juju
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