Scorcher

It has been such a terrible summer, what with the following:

1. my nephew passed away on June 8 quite unexpectedly
2. my brother, (nephew's father, my last living sibling) died on July 9th
3. the hottest July anywhere in the US  was in OK.
4. Heidi got sick a week or so ago, turned out to be a bladder infection
5. I have had a continuing ear problem since early summer, finally went to the doctor yesterday
6. I've had a sensitive tooth, dentist says I need a new crown and 2 fillings

We did have good news yesterday. One of our granddaughters, Chelsea, got engaged this week. She will graduate from college next spring and a wedding will be planned for about the same time or close.

Of course, all hasn't been bad, there was a beautiful wedding in June, in which we gained a new daughter and granddaughter.

 Hubs and I went to New Orleans for a few days after Rick's wedding.
Had a great time, just walking the French Quarter and eating good food.

We stayed at the Monteleone, and this is their famous Carousel bar and it was soooo nice.

 Standing in line to eat dinner at Acme Oyster House

          What is left of my lunch, Oysters Bienville, my favorite.

With August here, fall is coming soon. We have lots to look forward to in the next few weeks. Our triplet babies will be here on Friday, their first visit to Oklahoma, football is 3 weeks away and the OK philharmonic will be starting soon. This has got to mean cooler weather, can't wait!

Have a great rest of the week everyone!

Time

Once again, time has slipped by and the month of July is here and gone. I am not a summertime person and with the heat wave we here in Oklahoma ( along with lots of the rest of the country) I have just sat around and complained and watched things burn up. Even the knockout roses are looking pitiful. We are under water rationing, so just have to resist watering. There is a burn ban here too, so that means no grilling outside, even in this heat, if we wanted to.

On the 9th of July, my brother passed away. He was the last of my generation, was 88 and been in poor health for quite some time. It was good to see some hardly ever seen family members, even if for such a sad occasion.
 Maybe I will get more involved in blogging when fall comes. In the meantime, hope you enjoy the rest of the summer.

Mary Ann

What's happnin!!

Well, as you know, its been awhile since I've been here. Life, I guess,  just got in the way, as it sometimes seems to do.

Yes, I know I haven't written here since, I can't believe it, mid-May. Its not that I haven't thought about it, I have. I some days wonder how you do it. People like BJ who posts daily and sometimes more, with great pictures in each. And, people like the Pioneer Woman, and McMama with all those wee ones, wow!  It really makes me feel inadequate.

I have continued to read my blog pals, I just haven't followed suit with writing and pictures. No excuse, I have a new camera and am finally learning its ins and outs. I don't want to turn this into a rant, but one thing turns me off and I click off and go to a new blog when there are multiple shots of the same table setting or piece of cake or "whatever", over and over and over, thanks friends, but I got it with the first shot.

And, its not that I haven't had things to write about, a wedding, a funeral, getting to see out triplet babies, a trip to New Orleans, etc. I guess it boils down to the fact  that I'd rather read what you are up to, than telling you about our lives.

This is one thing that has occupied my time:

I bought this last month and began to quilt, something I have long wanted to do. I'd love to get all my kids and grandkids a quilt made, however, if done right, it is time consuming. So far, this is one that I have finished completely and I must say, I'm proud of.

Maybe, I will get inspired and write you about things transpired. In the meantime, thank you so much for sticking with me, and your continuing support and friendship means the world to me.

 Until we meet again

MMOM

Each Monday Java hosts this fun blog hop, which I am linking to http://nevergrowingold.blogspot.com/. Just answer 5 questions and join in the fun.





Questions:

1. Crunchy or smooth peanut butter?

Not crunchy but Extra crunchy!

2. What is your favorite color Rose?

I love them all, but one of my faves are the pinkish ones with tangerine edges.

3. Do you remove your shoes when you walk into your home?

Oh yes, but not for cleaning purposes, but because, I love to go barefoot.

4. What is your favorite season?

Fall or autumn as some say. I love everything about it, cool weather, beautiful colors and football.

5. Approximately how many hours a day do you spend blogging?

Way way too many, probably six on average.

Have a great week everyone.

Remiss

Once again I've been away. Not literally away, but away from blogging. I really haven't had lots to blog about which seems to happen to me from time to time. I have been busy and will clue you in to those things later. Just mainly want to wish all of you a

Today, I have received cards, calls, flowers, and gift cards from my children. What more could a mama want. God truly blessed me with the four wonderful children I have.

Here's wishing all of you a wonderful moment, day and year to enjoy being a mother.

Have a great week everyone!

MMOM

Java hosts a great little blog hop on Mondays. Its simple, just answer five questions, post your answers and you're ready to blog hop. Link with Java at: http://nevergrowingold.blogspot.com/

Questions:

1. What is your favorite kind of muffin?

I am not a big muffin person, but I do occasionally like an English muffin slathered in butter.

2. What was the first car you ever owned?

I never really had a car of my own until I got a Vista Cruiser stationwagon to haul kids to all sorts of activities, such as dance, swimming lessons, football practice, etc. You get the picture.

3. Which TV Show were you sad to see end?

Oh my gosh!  I hated to see the demise of the soap operas.  My very favorite was
As The World Turns.

4. What is your lucky number?

I never really thought about having a lucky number. Maybe 4 for my 4 children.

5. Pretzels or Potato Chips?

Potato Chips, unless of, of course, those pretzels happen to be dipped in chocolate.

So now, visit some blogs and make new friends. Have a great week everyone!

Easter Bunnies

Aren't they just so cute!! They are left to right, Kyleigh, Konner, Kennedy.