April

Good morning blogger friends. It's been a joy to connect with you again. I have missed you.
It's April now. Everyone is glad that the LONG month of March is over, but I'm not sure April
will be much better. We stay home and connect with friends and stay busy. It sounds like such a small thing to do, but it is so important. I had a phone appointment with my doctor this morning. I really
her. She talked to me about being at risk and how staying home is critical for me as well as others.
It's been so rainy here. Next week the weatherman said the sun and warmer temps will return. I am looking forward to that.
Stay home, if you can, and be safe.
I'm trying to get around to your blogs to say hello and check on you. So thankful for the blessing of modern technology.

Sunday Thoughts

It's winter in Oregon and that means lots of rain. I love the gentleness of this verse.
This week I am going to let God's words pour over me and just let them soak in.

Rainy Wednesday

We have had several cloudy summer days and now we have had some rain. We need the rain as it's been very dry here in Oregon this summer. I am taking today to catch up on some computer work and blog work. I don't mind a few days to stay in and I enjoy a bit of a break from watering the flowers and our little veggie garden. Jimmy's garden is gifting us with tomatoes, onions and cukes now! It's so nice to go out and find a few goodies for our salads, fresh from the garden.

We had a very busy week! We did a lot of babysitting our little Otto and his big party was on Sunday. I will post pictures on his actual birthday- July 25th.  Last Friday, we just wanted to take a little drive and have a fun day. That's what you can do when you are retired! We drove up to Richfield WA, about a half hour from home. There's a darling little cafe and bakery there that we really enjoy. It's called the Pioneer Street Cafe and Bakery. They are known for their Mac and Cheese and that's what Jimmy ordered! it is pretty cheesy.

I had the most delightful Sangria! It was made with a Washington Riesling, so no wonder it was so good.

You just can't leave without a treat or two from the bakery. Look at that smile on Jimmy's face! Their scones are to die for...I choses apricot and walnut and I do believe it was the best scone I have ever tasted.I am thankful they are a drive away from home.

A really nice man stopped to take our picture for us. I think we look pretty happy here. It was such a pretty day and a fun day!

Isn't the sky just the perfect blue? This is a little church in the small town where couples get married. It's really darling and in a lovely spot.

Someone's garden in town. It was just so cute and growing like crazy. We were just driving around on our way out.

These are the things I love about summer. It's just fun to get in the car and take a drive. We both worked for so long and never had the weekends off together. It is a treat to be retired and have good health that allows us to really enjoy life. I am thankful for this time.

A Winter Monday

Winter has settled in here in Oregon, meaning rain. I think I need a new umbrella and isn't this one pretty? This would cheer you up on a gray rainy day.
I spent the day packing and shipping ETSY orders and took down my last Christmas tree. Hope to finish packing up the last of the Christmas things tomorrow in my tearoom. I will set it up for Valentine's now. I don't decorate much for Valentine's Day except in my tearoom as it's so Victorian and pretty.
Time for bed.
Hope you have a good week.

Rain, Rain, Go Away!

Oh, what a wet, wet, wet day! So much rain once again. Yes, it is winter in Oregon yet it is hard to be in and out in this weather.
Jim and I went to a few sales today. He scored big at one with wonderful art and interesting pieces. He sold so much and needs to replace his inventory for the March 1,2 and 3rd antique show that  really is not too far away. We had to do quite a bit of driving and the rain was endless.
It was so good to come home, get the fire going, fix a little dinner and just get cozy.
Tomorrow begins a new week with much to do and a new month ahead....February. Oh, I love February and Valentines and red and pink hearts and yes, chocolates. I am reminded of my theme for the year...is your heart right? Time to reflect.