Celebration of Being a Conqueror

The Needleworks Knit Club met to celebrate Debbie's good news of graduation from a three-month checkup to a six-month regimen.  Knitting, food and good company is quite an excellent way to support her in the continued battle. 

The Light Bulb

As one ages, there is still time to learn things.  A light bulb turned on today; each time a new idea is discovered, an estatic joy of discovery gives the spirit a lift.   This is true in the physical, mental and spiritual realms. Wellbeing due to exercise sparks energy.  Solving a puzzle that has plagued my mind for weeks gives a different jolt to other Rubik's cubes.  Reading a book, True Spirituality by Francis Schaeffer, (a Christian classic from the 1970's) and pondering the philosopher's approach to the Life, gives pause, illumination and understanding of Scripture. All three areas increase my desire to know more about the world around me and the God who created it and me.

March 17 - St. Patrick's Day

Today is the day my husband asked my father for my hand in marriage 32 years ago.  Amazing how time goes by.  The Luck of the Irish and the Blessing of the Lord have been upon us during these days.  Thanks be to God for His lovingkindness and faithfulness.

House Hunters a/k/a Meeting Planner Hotel Hunt

Two days of last week I spent in San Diego visiting, evaluating and analyzing hotel properties for the PCL Seminar in October.  One hotel was remote - Del Mar (1) with the availability of a shuttle to reach local restaurants, another downtown - Gaslamp Quarter (2) located with a multitude of restaurants and near to PetCo Ballpark, one a resort - Mission Bay (3) some restaurants in the vicinity, three restaurants on the property, great meeting space, worlds apart from the bustle of downtown.

Part of the decision process involves pricing and location.  Of course, the downtown property is by far the most expensive and the northernmost is the least expensive.  The prospective attendees considerations would motivate my decision as they enjoy having a multitude of restaurants and other facilities nearby. The purpose of this meeting is primarily business but should include some relaxation.  So did I choose property #1, property #2 or property #3?   That depends on what is acceptable on the pricing structure.  TBD tomorrow!

Nicke's Haircut

Nicke had a haircut this week and we've made a coat from an old XL sweatshirt to keep her warm when she goes out.  Unfortunately, she didn't wear it to bed last night.  As the evening cooled, she ever so subtly requested to be covered up with a blanket.  Not very subtly actually.  She'll be wearing the sweatshirt to bed tonight!

Still Life

Arranging a still life, with color and texture makes for an interesting photo and gives me an opportunity to be a little "artsy."  This was lots easier than trying to draw these objects by hand.  A variety of objects with smooth and rough edges; some reflective, others matte surface; some with qualities of wood, glass, cloth, steel, or food; some with tones of  light or dark;  several shapes and patterns, are frozen in time and created a depth of interest that may cause one to focus on some of the bounty provided by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. 

Punxatawny Phil and the Red Robin of Spring

The robins have spent much of the winter around our development.  What a wonderful reminder that Spring will be coming in about six weeks.  Phil and the robins are harbingers of what is to come!  It won't be long.

Blackberry Pie

This afternoon was spent baking a blackberry pie.  The reward comes later today when we cut the pie with some friends.  Eat your heart out Mrs. Smith!

Hail and Farewell

Today was the Hail and Farewell Ceremony for the 193rd MP Unit based out of Denver, Colorado.  A portion of Jonathan's engineer company is attached and will be deployed with the MPs.  The 101st Band played as the soldiers marched into the Douglas County Event Center.  Only a few more days and they will depart for their assignment.  The program included singing the Army Song -- "The cassions go rolling along..."  and the National Anthem.  

Frank and I wore matching shirts which were given to us by Dave and Susan at Christmas time.  The Blue Star represents a deployed family member.  We'll be proudly displaying a similar banner on our front door.  And the oak tree out front will be festooned with yellow ribbons when the unit returns.

Facebook

Yesterday was my initiation to Facebook. Seems to be so many different layers of communication that are possible and connections with old and new friends.