What a wonderful weekend!! Both of my kids and their families were here for two days of celebration. On Saturday, July 3 we went to the Blackwell parade and BBQ. We started going to this soon after we bought our cabin at Oak Creek in 1976—so it has been a family tradition for more than 30 years!! This year was the first time that the WHOLE family has gone in several years. The parade lasts all of 10 minutes, but the children love it and get to pick up candy. The BBQ was especially delicious this year—was it really that good, or was it because I was so happy?!?!? After we got home, we had fireworks—sparklers, smoke bombs, and “worms”. No noise and fun for the girls. (PS--this was also Lee's and my 48th wedding anniversary!!)
Sunday, July 4 we ALL went to the celebration at Bronte Health and Rehab Center. We had BBQ sandwiches again—delicious again!! Then we attended the fundraiser auction for the auxiliary. Jordan and Anna made Rice Crispy Treats to donate to sell (Ryan bought them for $40.00!!) and Jordan bought a pound cake. I am trying to teach my grandchildren the joy of volunteering and giving of yourself to others. All of them love to go with me to visit the residents at the nursing home.
I am so blessed to have a great husband, two children with wonderful spouses and four beautiful, healthy, intelligent granddaughters. AND we live in a country where we can really celebrate. To most of the world we are wealthy beyond belief. So selfish and sad that I don’t thank God enough for all of my blessings.
The top picture is of Anna and her "Schoolhouse Memories" quilt that I made for her 6th birthday. I gave it to her a few days early so I could see her reaction. She loved it!!
