Thurs., 3/28/24, Peyton and Hailey ate breakfast, Hailey went to Mia’s at 9:30, Kimmy, Adam and Eli came over, Vikki and Isaac came over too. we went to Steps with Jesus at church,

Hailey and Mia’s baby girl

Eli and Peyton

Adam

Shampooed the family room...it sure needed it

Hailey relaxing

I got up first and got ready.  I fed the birds right away.  I sure love the Rubbermaid container Kimmy, Vikki and families got me for my birthday.  How handy to just have to get the birdseed and suet from off the deck instead of the garage.  I came into the living room and Peyton was awake.  She wanted to sleep on the couch last night.  Shortly after, Hailey came downstairs.  Hailey ate Lucky Charms and Peyton ate cinnamon toast.  We always laugh when we think of the time I accidentally put celery salt on her toast.  She will never let me forget that.  Hailey left to go to Mia’s.  Kimmy called and asked if they could come over.  Of course I said yes.  I love it when they come.  Peyton and I played a game of 3-13.  We had three more hands to play when Kimmy, Adam and Eli got here.  I won by a lot.  She was 101 and I was -81.  My poor sweetie.  Then Eli, Kimmy, Peyton and I played.  Kimmy beat us bad!  I won’t even say by how much, but she took a picture so I know she will post it.  Peyton ripped our score sheet up before I could take a picture.  

We all ate pb&j sandwiches and had Cheetos.  The kids had Oreos too.  Bill and the kids went outside and the kids picked up sticks in the yard.  We have had strong winds, so there were lots.  Bill started a fire and they burned all the sticks.  Kimmy and I went outside to walk around afterward, and it was so cold and windy, we didn’t stay out long.  We looked at my plants around the house and then came inside to warm up. It was a good day to visit and stay cozy in the house.  Vikki tied my Crown of Thorns plant back to the window so it will grow straighter.  I talked to Melissa to see how everyone was.  All are getting better, and Melissa is still healthy.  Sure am thanking the Lord.  Bill was doing better today too.

I got ready while the girls were still here.  They left then and so did we.  Bill and I went to Step by Step with Jesus at our church.  There were 12 stations with pictures.  We went to each one, looked at the picture, then read Scriptures that went with them.  They were so touching and at some stations I cried.  We prayed, asked God to speak to us through His word.  It took us almost 2 hours to complete all the stations.  We stayed in the lounge at church afterwards for a while in case anyone going through the stations wanted prayer.  

We went to Subway on our way home.  There was a sweet lady ahead of me and when she was paying, she gave me two coupons to use for what we were getting.  It was so nice of her to bless us and save us money.  We brought it home and ate it. 

We came home and I shampooed the carpet in the family room.  It looks so nice.  I put a fan on it to dry it.  The fire in the fireplace will help dry it too.  I sure am glad that is done.  

Hailey texted me and told me she was on her way.  She got here about an hour later and we watched Little House.  She and Papa had cashews and M & M’s for a snack.  I worked on my blog.  

It was sure a fun day with everyone over.  It was a sad day when we spent so much time thinking about all that Jesus went through to pay for our sins, forgive us and give us eternal life.  He sure loves each of us to do that for us.  

 

Wed., 3/27/24, Went to Costco, Vikki, Peyton and Isaac came over, Hailey came over, Hailey, Peyton and Isaac colored eggs for me, picked up McDonald’s or Peyton, then went to Coco Loco, Melissa brought Hailey some cream rinse, watched Little House

Breakfast, a cappuccino, and my prayer books for Bill and my grandchildren (plus some dear to my heart kids

Peyton and Isaac

Bill joined them and he’s on his phone too

I was so happy Hailey, Peyton and Isaac wanted to color Easter eggs 

Peyton and Hailey at Coco Loco

Me taking a selfie of us

The waitress noticed I was having a few problems and offered to take one for us

I ate breakfast and drank my cappuccino.  Bill read his Bible while I was eating and then taking my shower.  I read mine after I was done.  Then I got ready and we went to Costco.  We got our protein drinks that were on sale for $5 off.  I also got more eggs, so we could color 4 dozen eggs.  I had boiled 3 dozen.  When we got home, Vikki and the kids were here.  Vikki had gone to have her ultrasound on her shoulder and arm.  We are praying for wisdom for the doctor to know what’s wrong and be able to do something to heal it, so the pain goes away.  She went shopping to a couple of stores and the kids stayed here and colored eggs.  Peyton wanted to spend the night with Hailey and Hailey wanted her to, so both were happy.  Isaac didn’t want to spend the night, so Vikki picked him up.  I went to. McDonalds and picked up food for Peyton.  I tried to put a code in, but it wouldn’t work.  The lady said she would take care of it.  I pulled up to the window and tried to get the code again, when I noticed it said for mobile orders.  I told the kid who was at the window that it was only for mobile orders.  He said the lady told him she took care of it.  Then I paid with Apple Pay and when I went to the pick up window, they told me the Apple Pay didn’t work.  I asked them what they wanted me to do, thinking they would have me drive around again and pay, and they told me not to worry, they were covering everything.  They were so nice.  

I came home and picked up Peyton and Hailey. (Bill was still having some pains and didn’t want to go.  He said he wasn’t hungry anyhow)  We went to Coco Loco's, Hailey’s favorite place to eat.  Peyton took her McDonald’s food in and Hailey and I ordered our favorite meal, 1/2 order of Beef and Bean Nacho’s.  They brought chips and salsa out and the salsa didn’t taste as good as usual.  Then they brought our meals out and they used a different cheese sauce on top and that wasn’t as good either.  Hailey didn’t even take hers home.  I did mine, but don’t know if I’ll eat it.  We were a little disappointed and are going to try the other Coco Loco’s next time to see if they’re still the same.  Melissa came over to our porch and dropped off some cream rinse for Hailey.  I heard Hailey talking on the phone to her.  Then she hung up and told me her mom was running cream rinse over for her to use.  I told her to call her mom and tell her I had cream rinse, but she said she was already on her way.  I think Hailey was just missing her mom and wanted to see her.  Melissa stayed on the porch, because everyone has been sick at her house but her.  She had us sanitize the cream rinse bottle.  We talked for a few minutes through the door and then she left.  I helped Hailey start a load of laundry.  Then we all watched some Little House episodes.  I worked on my blog.  

 

Tues., 3/26/24, Went to Vikki’s and spent the day! Kimmy stopped on the way home for the kids to get pops, Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after being hit by a cargo ship

Peyton, Adam, Hope, Eli and Isaac when I got to Vikki’s.  I made sure to take a picture right away so I wouldn’t forget

Adam and Hope playing 3-13 with us.  Adam was teaching her. how to play

Hope, Adam, Eli and Peyton when I left...Forgot to find Isaac

Jacob and Abi at a trampoline place.  They had lots of fun, but Jacob ended up being sore.  

Another set of blossoms came.  This one has 4 blossoms instead of just 2 like the others

Another set of blossoms is coming and bells the pointed new leaf and a thorn is another one coming.  So exiting to watch.

Ha ha, Max left and Vader always waits by the door. He got nice and comfy while waiting today lol

I listened to good worship, read my Bible, did my devotions, then ate and got ready to go to Vikki’s.  She called and said Kimmy would be there at 10:30.  I got there at about 10:35.  I got my hugs, then sat in the living room and visited with Kimmy and Vikki while drinking our coffee.  Adam and Hope played pool in the basement.  When they came upstairs, we decided to play Apples to Apples, but also decided to eat first.  We all made sandwiches (some bologna, some pbj’s). Yum!  After we ate we played Apples to Apples in the living room.  Kimmy played for me while I talked to Gayla when she called.  They will be leaving Florida and coming home on Monday.  It was so good talking to her.  She told me about the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsing after being hit by a cargo ship that lost power.  So sad.  That’s close to where her son and family live.  I went back in and finished playing Apple to Apples.  Hope won.  Then we decided we would play 3-13 so Adam could teach Hope how to play.  We had fun playing.Adam and Hope were the winners and I came in second.  Adam stuck Vikki, Kimmy and I each with 37 points in one hand.  Ouch!  That hurt!  

We visited some more in the living room while the kids hung out in the family room.  At 4, I had to leave and come home to make dinner for Bill.  We ended up just finishing off the chili which was easy.  He has been having some sharp pain in his back and thinks it it kidney stones.  Appreciate prayers for him.  He gasps when it happens.  He said today has been better.  So thankful.  Kimmy called and to see if the kids could get pops from here and of course I told her yes.  They stopped and the kids came inside after getting their pops in the garage refrigerator.  Adam took Hope on a quick tour of the house and showed her the deck and pool deck and told her how they had all worked hard helping us.  They sure were great helps.  I reiterated what he said.  

Bill and I sat in our loveseat recliner and he was on his phone and I worked on my blog.  I talked to Melissa for quite a while which I sure enjoyed.  

 

Monday, 4/25/24, Moved my car over in the garage, Bill’s parking outside again, moved garage back the way it was, went to Carol’s to see Fred and Lourdes, Bill had an Elder’s meeting

Eli saw this at a thrift store and sent me this picture.  Love that he noticed the great saying on it.  “The man who walks with God always gets to his destination”!  I love having grandkids to love Jesus and live for him!  So thankful for God’s blessings!

Yummy sheet cake Carol made for us today.  We all ate a couple of pieces there and then she sent some home with us too.  

Uncle Fred showing my phone to Carol so she could see Kenzie and Rehvyn.  He and Lourdes were both talking to Kenzie and Rehvyn before that and it was so cute, I told Bill he should take a picture.  He was a little late and didn’t quite capture it, but they all were so cute with Kenzie & Rehvyn

We slept until 8:45, then got up and got ready.  We read our Bible and did our devotions.  I listened to some good worship, then listened to a news podcast and then a Salt Podcast on love.  We went to Sister C’s at 1:30.  Fred and Lourdes came at 2 and then Shani came right after they got there.  Carol made egg rolls for us that were delicious.  She also made a yummy sauce to put on them if we wanted.   I was telling her about Vikki’s yummy egg rolls and how good they were too.  Carol also made a delicious sheet cake.  It was so good.  She sent some home with each of us.  We all had such a nice visit.  Fred and Lourdes had flown here to celebrate their grandson, Jobe’s, 1st birthday.  That time sure flew by.  He is so cute and they said he will be walking soon.  They always make time to come meet with us.  We meet at Carol’s because she’s on oxygen, so she doesn’t like to go out.  They were all happy when Kenzie FaceTimed and they got to see her and Rehvyn.  They were just so cute with them.

We came home and Bill had me move my car on the other side in the garage.  He’s going to park outside again now that the weather is getting nice.  He took a little nap while I moved stuff back the way it was before his truck went in the garage.  I also made out my grocery list and got my coupons together.  He had an Elder’s meeting, so he left for that and I went to Aldi and Kroger and got groceries I need for Sunday’s Easter meal.  I already had a turkey in the freezer, but needed to get a ham.  Aldi had them on sale, and I always get lots of compliments on their hams.  Vikki called me while I was in Aldi and asked if it was ok with me if we all meet at her house tomorrow because Adam and Hope want to play pool.  I’m always happy to meet at any of our houses.  As long as we get together that’s what I care about.  

Charlie said Sue is doing good and walking around the house good now.  He said he was doing better too.  He signed up for six weeks with a trainer to work with him at the Sports Zone. 

It looks like Kimmy and Jared are making lots of good sales of their pottery on Etsy.  I check every night to see what sold and what reviews were left.  They get 5 star reviews because their pottery and customer service are outstanding.  I’m so proud of them.  I sure love all of my pottery from them.  Every day, it brings such joy picking out one of their mugs and then getting to drink my coffee from such a beautiful, comfortable piece of work.
 

Sunday, 3/24/24, Went to prayer, than church service, Rehvyn came with Vikki and family today, went to Olive Garden, went to see Ordinary Angels at theater

Pastor Ken and Rehvyn

Peyton took this cute picture after her swim clas

Adam sent me this picture of him and Hope at the Planetarium in Bay City

Gayla sent me this picture of Wes at Hammock State Park in Florida

We went to prayer me with the prayer group and Bill with the Elders.  We went into the service after.  Vikki let me hold Rehvyn right away.  Bill had just been holding him when I walked to our row.  After I held him for a couple minutes, I gave him back to her because she was going to have to go help in Sunday School with Thomas.  Peyton and Isaac both held him for a while too.  During the message, I got to hold him the whole time.  He fell asleep pretty fast and slept the rest of the time.  When we had to go up to pray for people, I gave him to Peyton to hold.  She was happy to take him.  We prayed for lots of people today.  After church, we visited some, then went to the Olive Garden with Diane, her son John, and family.  They have a baby boy that was born on Dec. 3rd and Rehvyn was born Dec. 11.  Fun seeing another baby Rehvyn’s same age.  He was super cute too. Diane treated us for my Birthday.  I also got a free desert which I shared...Italian donuts.  Vikki sent me a picture of Pastor Ken with Rehvyn.  She was holding him after church and Pastor Ken came up to her and wanted to hold Rehvyn so took him.  Vikki took the cute picture.  So sweet how he did this.  I talked to Vikki on our way home and again later on when we got home from the show.

We came home and took naps.  I didn’t sleep real good last night.  We went to see the movie Ordinary Angels which is a true story.  It was really good.  We got popcorn there, but took Ollipops along to drink so we would have something healthier than pop.  We talked to a couple after the movie who were happy to be able to have a good movie to go to.  They were really sweet.  When we went to go out the door, the man called to Bill and asked him if he used to work at Saginaw Manufacturing.  He said yes.  They worked together for 30 years and retired the same year.  

I talked to Melissa for a long time when we got home.  Worked on my blog too.  Then read on Kimmy’s blog.  So thankful to have her blog to catch up on now.

 

Sat. 3/23/24, Kevin was supposed to come work, Went to Builder’s show with..Vikki, Peyton and Rehvyn went with us, Had chili at our house afterwards, watched movie Daniel’s Daughter

Rehvyn was so cute with Papa today

We love our Rehvyn

Grammy Vikki had her boy laughing

Cute picture Lela sent me of her in her Michigan State hat

Kevin, our contractor, was supposed to come work today.  He called and said he was having battery trouble.  We waited for a long time, then Bill texted him.  Didn’t get any answer.  Finally we decided to go to the Builder’s Show.  We called to see if Vikki wanted to come with us.  I was happy to hear Rehvyn was already at her house and we got to see him and Peyton too.  We had fun walking around and getting some goodies while we did.  We came back to our house for chili afterwards.  We hung out for a while, then Vikki had to leave for home.  It sure was fun seeing them and. holding sweetie Rehvyn.  He just has the best smile and is so sweet.  Love that I get to see him so often, and when I don’t see him I get to FaceTime with him.  Sure do love this sweetie.  Love my Pey Pet too.  

I got a really sweet text from Isaac today for Papa and I.  I love him so much too.  Bill and I watched the movie, Danny’s Daughter which was good.  We had ice cream for a treat while we watched it.  We already finished off the yummy cookies Hailey made earlier.  Her cookies are the best!

I listened to some videos Jews for Jesus had.  Praying for the people of Israel to accept Jesus as their Messiah and Lord and Savior.

I worked on my blog.  Earlier, I spent lots of time reading Kimmy’s blogs.  I am so happy she caught up.  I enjoy reading her blogs so much!

Friday, 3/22/24, Call from Bill’s sister Carol who needed to go to urgent care, lots of snow by 7 already, made chili, Hailey and I listened to worship songs at the table while drinking our coffee this morning and she shared some good ones with me, Hailey and I made cookies,

Peyton made this cute flowered bracelet today.  She just made it up herself.

Adam sent me this picture today of him and Hope with her flowers

Hailey made cookies today.  I just helped get ingredients out and got them out of the oven.  They taste delicous!

Cookies with no nuts for Hailey

Cookies for me and Bill with nuts

There are about 5 cardinals and 3 bluejays in this picture. Mr. squirrel visited too

We were sleeping when Bill got a text from his sister Carol.  She sent a picture and said she needed to go to urgent care.  Things always happen when theres a big snow storm it seems.  He had me look at the picture.  She had a huge blister/boil on her leg the size of the bottom of one of Kimmy’s mugs.  She also said she was getting low on oxygen and her other tank was in her car which was in getting worked on.  She had Bill go there first and get that tank, then he picked her up and took her to urgent care.  I was happy to see Kimmy’s boys didn’t have school today.  Didn’t want Kimmy out on bad roads.  I called to find out how Carol was doing.  They had said they could see a small scratch and it has caused an infection.  They ordered an antibiotic for her.  Good thing she went in.  Bill took her by Melissa’s house and showed it to her on their way back to her house.  She stays home except for appointments these days.  Her prescription wasn’t ready so Bill came home and will pick it up later. I called Sue to see how she was doing after that.  She had a visiting nurse come, and was in a lot of pain.  The nurse said she had to take her pain meds so she could walk and do what is needed.  She did but said a therapist was coming and she didn’t feel like doing therapy.  She probably will once the medicine works.  No fun to go through, but worth it in the end.

I got up when Bill did, and started making chili.  It was done and simmering by the time Hailey got up.  She ate cereal, and we both drank our coffee together.  She loves worship like I do, so she shared her favorite new worship songs with me and I shared some with her.  We spent the morning listening to all of them.  Awesome praise to our Lord!  

We decided to make cookies.  She loves to bake so, I got the ingredients out and she made the cookies.  I put them in the oven and took them out.  This is only the second time I’ve used my oven.  I would set the timer and then hit cancel to stop it and it would turn my oven off too.  She showed me that the timer had on/off by it too and that if I just hit that only the timer would go off.  Well that sure was great to find out.  I didn’t want to keep having to reset the oven.  The cookies turned out great and were delicious!  Bill came home with a chocolate chip muffin for Hailey and a Boston cream donut for me.  He had called to find out what we wanted.  He was happy to see cookies made.  He cleaned the snow off her car, then he shoveled the sidewalk and around her car so it would be good when she had to go to her doctor appt.  He said it was really heavy snow.  

She went to her appointment, then to her house to pick up pop cans her dad wanted her to take back.  Bill and I took a nap until she got back.  That sure felt good.  When she got back, I loaded my pop cans in my car and Hailey loaded hers in.  We took them in to Meijer.  I gave her the money from my cans.  She doesn’t like Apple Pay like the other kids, so this made her happy.  I only had 10 miles I could go before I would be out of gas, so I went to the Speedway station by our house.  I was just going to put gas in, but for some reason I pulled up to the wrong side for my gas tank.  I had just got back in the car to move, when Bill called me and said he needed gas and asked if I did.  I told him how low I was and he said to meet him at Kroger so we could get your 60 cents off a gallon up to 35 gallons.  By the time Hailey and I got there, I only had 4 miles to go on my tank.  I never like being low on gas, but was trying to stay low because I was waiting til Bill needed gas.  I was so glad to have a full tank of gas again.  

He went to pick up Carol’s prescription and take it to her.  He also picked up some curtains he wants to hang across the center of the basement so the ping pong balls stay in the one area.  Hailey and I came back to my house and she packed up her things and I packed up some chili and her cookies for her.  Then she left.  She had to stop at her mom’s again, and then was leaving to go back to her dorm.  She let me know when she got there.  I’m always happy to hear when kids and grandkids are home safe.  I talked to Melissa for a while, then talked to Vikki for a while.  It was still snowing out.