Well, it's not HOT in my neck of the woods in temperature (not today anyway) but it's sure been a HOT minute since I last posted. For that I am so sorry but it seems my life has been consumed with doctor appointments, tests, and MORE tests, biopsies, surgery and so much more. One day at a time sweet Jesus is all that any of us can ask for. Wanted to pop in on this beautiful Sunday afternoon to share a little about what I've been up too. Marty and I enjoyed a weekend at the beach before I had breast cancer surgery and took advantage of the time I had in between so many doctor appointments and testing. It was sure a good little getaway. We celebrated our 47th wedding anniversary in September. WOW! Just babies! LOL! We were high school sweethearts. Started dating at age 16. Married at age 18 and started a family at age 20. We celebrated Marty's birthday in October. He says that he's feeling his age these days. LOL! He still works 4 days a week and has a long commu...
Aren't the colors just beautiful? I love flowers that have that pinkish coral color to them.
Just a few closeups of my purple and pink Hydrangeas.
We had a great Friday night and Saturday with these two grandbabies. Friday night they had their singing, piano and guitar recital and then on Saturday.....We kept them busy shucking corn, picking squash, peppers, working outside and inside...and well....I can assure you they slept good that night! They are such good help too!
Look at his face....YEP...think he's just a tad dirty!
My rosemary is looking good and oh it smells so good. Do you see my new friend on the right hand side of the bucket?
Remember this cute set of mini pans I bought at a yard sale last week?
Well the grandgirl decided to bake up some little cakes using them.
We decided instead of doing a filling we would do a topping.
These little mini cakes had my whole house smelling so good.
Then we whipped up a sweet cream sauce to pour over the top.
She got her candy out to start melting.
Then she used different candy molds and made a batch of YUMMY chocolate.
Now aren't these too cute to eat?
BUT WE DID!
Next she poured the sweet cream sauce over the top, added some cool whip and a piece of chocolate candy on top!
She then put it in the freezer to firm up and allow that sweet cream sauce to saturate through that mini cake and 5 minutes before serving she took it out!
My girl is going to be on CAKE WARS before you know it!
The grands stayed busy all day.
(Yeah I know....we can actually do things instead of sit in front of a television all day)
I didn't go thrifting but I did manage to get these cuties from Walmart for $1 each!
Each of my three girls got one...and of course one for ME!
Found these also for $1 each at good old Walmart.
It was indeed a busy day at Nana's and Papa's house but a GOOD ONE!
And needless to say I was OVER DELIGHTED when my sweet blogging friend and sister in Christ sent me a package in the mail.
Love, love, love Gooseberry Patch. This cookbook has the best looking recipes and so, so simple!
And just look at these cute measuring spoons.
Debbie Kay is such a blessing to me and as Philippians 1:3 says; "I thank my God upon every remembrance of you" Debbie Kay!
The Lord is so good. He gives us everything we need...including sweet friends.
Pop over and visit Debbie Kay. She is such a delight and sweet gal that you will quickly fall in love with.
http://www.myvintagedaydreams.com/2016/06/thrift-store-finds.html
Last show and tell for today.............
Remember when I shared at the beginning of the New Year my WORD to focus on? The Lord has surely given me so much to reflect upon...I could write a book at the things He has been showing me. But one major thing has been to BE STILL...(and you have no clue how hard that is for me)
May you reflect upon all that God is doing for you in your life. Even when you may feel that He is so far away He is at work!
Joining Jemma today with "Thoughts of Home".
http://www.athomewithjemma.com/2016/06/thoughts-of-home-on-thursday-19.html#.V2KbgBJ8CvE
Hugs and blessings, Cindy
You, my friend, are a delight!!! Thank you for the many smiles...have a beautiful week, friend.
ReplyDeleteAwe...thank you Linda! I am blessed I can assure you!
DeleteI can just tell what a good grandma you are, Cindy. The kids had a great time and your granddaughter will be just like you, a good and creative homebody...Christine
ReplyDeleteThanks Christine. You have just made my day!
DeleteYou are a busy bee! I know your grandchildren love to come to your house. Baking and working in the kitchen teaches so many things. Looks like the guys did some guy things too. Grandparents do make a difference in children's lives.
ReplyDeleteYou are a good influence to us all.
Thanks Bonnie. My oldest grandgirl loves baking. We all stayed busy for sure.
DeleteSo much goodness in this post! Loved seeing the grandkids helping out and keeping busy. Those cakes look amazing!! You found some great things at WM. Those tin buckets are too cute. Look at your little friend on the planter! Cute!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Heather. We had a good time. Yes, I was thrilled to find those cute little buckets for $1.
DeleteI love the way you and your husband do things with the grand kids. Creating those memories will bless them forever. Wow, what a gift package of goodies! I like to think, too, that God is always at work if I just trust Him in the quiet times.
ReplyDeleteYes, I was surprised and delighted to receive that cute cookbook and measuring spoons. Can't wait to try out a few of the recipes. God is always at work even when we think He's not. Thanks for stopping by.
DeleteWhat a darling dear Cindy! I love baking with our little girls too.
ReplyDeleteI can just smell your home with such a little baker and I can tell she loves it! Like Christine says, they do learn from grandma. great legacy to leave to the young ones now a days.
Thank you for your visit sweetie.
FABBY
Thanks Fabby. I remember so vividly standing on a chair watching my grandmother bake biscuits. So many wonderful memories and yes indeed, I do want to leave a legacy.
Deleteahhh, we were put on this Earth to be good Grandmothers.
ReplyDeleteBoth mine died before I was born...no grandmother but I had aunts that were so loving and fun and taught me so much...and I miss them all so so much. We never get too olden to miss our loved ones...Your grands are sure good looking...xoxo
Thanks BJ. Awe...I wish you could have known your grandparents but at least you had some sweet Aunts to step in your life. God is surely good at giving us grands for sure.
DeleteGreat 'Show and Tell' post, I enjoyed all the pictures! It's so wonderful to spend time with the grands, making precious memories!!
ReplyDeleteYou're such an inspiration...I wanna be just like you when I grow up. :) Your grands are growing up too fast. (ours, too) You're making sweet memories with them.
ReplyDeleteDeb, not sure how it happens so quickly with these babies growing up. Seems like yesterday I was rocking my own children and now my oldest grand is too old to rock!
DeleteGood Morning Cindy,
ReplyDeleteYou are doing exactly what God intended for Grandmother's to do and you do it with such love, patience and blessings from God. I leave your blog energized and motivated.
This granddaughter of yours is a beauty and sweetheart and she really and truly is learning how to be a baker because of you! What a wonderful thing.
Loved hearing from you this morning and looking forward to seeing you tomorrow at TOHOT!
Blessings and Hugs,
Jemma
Thanks Jemma for your sweet words. Looking forward to TOHOT. Our girl loves to bake. She actually has her own set of EVERYTHING to bake and decorate with. (Nana made sure of that) LOL! See you tomorrow.
DeleteHi Cindy, what a wonderful time your grands have when they come to your house. They have such great leaders in you and your hubby. God has truly blessed you to teach them and give direction. They are so cute!! Your photos share the fun. Your flowers are gorgeous and the colors so rich and bright. Happy times for all and memory makers forever. Love those darling cakes. Your grand sure is a talent, just like her nana!!
ReplyDeleteBlessings sweet friend. xo
Thanks so much for stopping by. I was very blessed to have grandparents that was involved in my life and I can't imagine it being any different with my grands. God is good!
DeleteCindy, a visit to your blog is so uplifting. I love seeing what your grandkids are up to and the way you spend time with them. Your grand daughter looks like a little model and she's so cute baking. Thank you for making me smile.
ReplyDeleteAwe thanks Stacey. Glad you stopped by to visit today.
DeleteI wish I had your eye for a cute bargain. I could have walked around Walmart for an hour and not spotted your "finds".
ReplyDeleteLOL! I know where every clearance shelf is! Ha!
DeleteCindy, your blooms are beautiful, but the grands are solo cute! I am impressed with their hard work! Your granddaughter has already acquired great baking skills! Blessings~
ReplyDeleteThanks Pam.
DeleteI will take all of that cute chocolate candy! So good to see kids learning and yet having fun. A little hard work has never hurt anyone has it? Sweet gift Cindy. I wish I would think to do things like that.
ReplyDeleteConnie Royals
Thanks Connie. And NO...a little hard doesn't hurt anyone for sure! We need more people willing to work hard....Those little candies was yummy!
DeleteYour grandgirl did such a fine job on the treats! Thanks for sharing your busy and fun filled day with us. God Is so Good...Always :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Karen. She done an excellent job with her treats.
DeleteLove the deep colors of your hydrangeas, mine always bloom baby blue and baby pink! Your grands look very helpful! Mine are just getting old enough to put to work, it's great! Ha!
ReplyDeleteJenna
Thanks Jenna. I appreciate you stopping by to visit.
DeleteYour grand girl is so creative, Cindy! She must take after you!!! The gifts you received were so sweet and I so love reading the uplifting words that you share with us.
ReplyDeleteThanks Kitty.
DeleteHydrangea love! They're my favorite flower, but unfortunately I have such a hard time growing them here. My sister-in-law was kind enough to let me cut a dozen from her bushes last week.
ReplyDeleteThe cakes and treats look delicious. Brings back great memories of baking with my Nana when I was a young girl.
How sweet of your sisterinlaw! I have so many fond memories of cooking and baking in the kitchen with my grandmother. Hope you have a great weekend.
DeleteCindy, thanks for commenting my blog.
ReplyDeleteYour hydrangeas look wonderful. I really love them.
Have a nice weekend
Those flowers are stunning! Looks like some delicious creations as well!
ReplyDeleteShelley
What an absolutely idyllic weekend, I just love to see all your photos of the grandchildren (the shots of Mallory Grace on your earlier post are stunning too!), it's so kind of you to share them with your worldwide community of bloggy friends xxx
ReplyDeleteThanks Josie!
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