Good Morning and Welcome to Sunday the 12th day of August, 2018.
The sky is overcast and it has been RAINING off and on since last night.
Oh, we are grateful for the rain.
I hope that RAIN comes to those areas affected by the forest fires everywhere.
It seems as though the vast majority of the WESTERN COAST of NORTH AMERICA is on fire.
My heart goes out to the folks, my soul hurts for the animals and wildlife that have not been able to escape the fiery inferno.
It seems like only yesterday that my house was filled with family.
It seems like only yesterday that my daughter and I were setting out on our trip, my birthday adventure, our mini vacation.
It seems like only yesterday that I celebrated my 60th birthday and now I am 61. “How did that happen?”
Time flies.
Both Alvin and I are feeling lazy today.
He has not even ate breakfast (likely because he had lots to eat last night).
Teddy was with us from Friday morning until late yesterday afternoon.
One of my co-workers who happens to be this amazing baker – dropped off my BIRTHDAY CARROT CAKE in the morning.
IT IS GORGEOUS.
Yesterday afternoon one of my dear friends came to share my birthday cake.
We had a great visit.
She brought me a sweet pea bouquet from her garden as well as a bag of apples and some other gifts.
She has quite the green thumb.
I see an apple crisp in my future.
Teddy’s Mom brought me apples from her garden a few days ago.
Lots of apples.
In the evening our friends “A” and “J” and Jazmine (pup) from just a few doors down.
One from one way and J&J from the other way.
One friend brought me a beautiful AFRICAN VIOLET plant ( I see a theme rising here).
Candles were another theme.
We had wine, coffee, water and CAKE.
Just the birthday cake.
This is the most glorious CARROT CAKE.
This year it is a layer cake and is so delectable.
I could eat it morning, noon and night.
Then I would not be able to get into my clothes.
So much visiting with dear friends last night.
I have received emails, messages on FB, cards, people coming to see me, phone calls – feeling so loved.
I am so grateful to be surrounded by the BEST PEOPLE on the planet.
Well time to go and check on Humphrey and Cinder, our charges.
Their Momma comes home today.
I feel like toast and coffee ……
I am working on my vacation story in my head and will have it done soon.
So much to tell you.
Laughter is the best medicine and I am grateful for the laughter that my family and friends share with me.
Life whether long or short must be enjoyed to the fullest.
Time to go and check on Sir Humphrey and Miss Cinder.
Special Hello to: YOU, thank you.
Always, Carol & Alvin
My New Life @ 51 