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...
Well, I hope you all are doing well on this hot Sunday afternoon. I keep thinking a cool breeze will drift by but so far that hasn't happen. But, a little heat doesn't stop us around Conner's Pond from having some fun in the country with some of the grands.
In the country you make all kinds of entertainment happen. From coloring, painting, dancing and just being cute!
Putting on makeup is always a hit with our littles.
Sleeping in Nana's lap and then a pan cake and sausage breakfast with SPRINKLES is always good.
Swinging with popsicles, 4-wheeler riding with papa and fishing is a MUST around Conner's Pond. But...finding a leaf bigger than your face is the most fun!
Working in the garden planting sunflower seeds was the cutest thing to watch those girls do. Not sure which one was most fun for them. Poking holes in the dirt or trying real hard not to eat the sunflower seeds! LOL!
Pear picking and catching minnows was on their list of fun things to do. Of course then they pretended to be asleep because they said they were tired! Well, I assure you that it should have been ME laying on that 4 wheeler and I might not have been pretending that I was asleep!!!
They did have some fun with Nana working out. They taught me quite a bit matter of fact. They have way more energy than I have I can assure you.
These three will make sleep a whole lot easier tonight but, I wouldn't trade the memories we make for anything. You know it's funny though. We entertain our grandchildren with things we have on hand. We look for ways to teach them about God, country, planting, fishing, nature, enjoying God's beauty that surrounds us, and how to be caretakers of what God has entrusted to us. And.....IT ONLY COST US OUR TIME AND TIME THAT WAS WELL SPENT.
May you enjoy the moments in life that God gives you this brand new week and pray for those in harms way with this horrific storm, those who are fighting for their lives in some way or another, and be sure to give God the praise that He so deserves.
Hugs and blessings, Cindy
Happy Sunday to you :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous and fun filled post.
Lovely photographs.
All the best Jan
Thank you Jan.
DeleteHi Cindy, as usual I love all your pictures. They come out so bright and clear. I need to start using a camera again. I agree, our time with the grands and making memories is so important. Mine are all back in school not so it is hard to get them all together. I just love your backyard. I have always lived in the city, but I am a country girl at heart. Have a blessed week!
ReplyDeleteOh we would have fun visiting in my back yard Susan. The kids enjoy it.
DeleteYou have the most fun with your grands!! Yes, they surely do have more energy than we do. Have a wonderful ( restful) week.
ReplyDeleteGIRL, I wish I had just a tad of the energy they have!!!
DeleteAnother very cheerful post at a time when it is sorely needed by all of us!
ReplyDeleteThanks Barbara. We all surely do need a little cheer in life.
Deleteok that's it, I must be adopted into the Connor family (lol). I hope you have a beautiful Monday my friend. smiles
ReplyDeleteCome on girl!
DeleteOh Cindy how fun this weekend was for your sweet grands. I had my two for the weekend and I have to tell you they have more energy than me too!!!! We had 4 dogs, a bunny and two girls full of energy. I will need a nap today! I love those times like you do with our families. Nothing better than this time together to have joy and fun. Have a great new week. xoxo
ReplyDeleteGIRL, I wish I had just a tad of their energy. I figure those grands will keep us young at heart and wore out in body! Ha!
DeleteFun times and making great memories!
ReplyDeleteYes girl.
DeleteLooks like a blast but I will tell you I would not have made it half a day.
ReplyDeletePam, this Nana was tired! LOL!
DeleteCindy, this post warms my heart. Kids truly are so easy to entertain with a little imagination. You are soooo cute in your black leotard!!!! Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteThank Lea. Yes, the younger kids are especially easy to entertain.
DeleteWhat great fun! Who needs camp when you have Nana's country pond?
ReplyDeleteSo true Margie. Those littles love it.
DeleteWhat a precious post, Cindy. I am smiling big looking at all of these fun pictures of your grands. They are all just so stinking cute!
ReplyDeleteThanks Pam.
DeleteYou're making so many great memories with those grands! Look at you in your yoga poses! Looking great! Setting such a good example for them in so many ways!
ReplyDeleteAwe. Heather Lou, you always make my day!
DeleteYou really do have the BEST fun! I was always surrounded by boys and playing basketball and hiked the football for them. lol Love seeing the fun you have with these girls! Not all fun either...work too! And exercise! Hugs to you all!
ReplyDeleteThose gals will keep one busy! But, they are well rounded girls. They love the makeup and dress-up and they love the fishing and minnow catching. LOL!
DeleteAwww such fun times at Conner’s Pond, Cindy! You sure provide such a happy time for those sweet ones of yours. I know what you mean about getting a good sleep after they leave! I wish I could come to Conner’s Pond. 🥰
ReplyDeleteAwe Kitty, we could sit by the pond and have tea! I would love that.
DeleteYou bring so much joy and happiness to this world, sweet friend. Coming to your blog is like stepping into a breath of fresh air. May God continually bless you and your dear family and keep all of you safe and healthy always. Sending hugs and love to you today!
ReplyDeleteYou are so sweet Cheryl. I hope you have a most wonderful day.
DeleteSo darn cute. You go nana. Your grands are darling. Hugs
ReplyDeletethank you Linda.
DeleteCindy,
ReplyDeleteI so love seeing pictures of you and your beautiful family!! What a fun post, filled with love of family!! Thanks for sharing and thanks so much for stopping by!! Stay safe, healthy and happy!!
Hugs,
Debbie
That Deb.
DeleteWhat adorable grandkids...and oh the fun! I miss my (now teenage) grands being little. We had so much fun painting, crafting, playing games, etc. Of course, it's also fun to watch all the activities they are in nowadays. One will be graduating this year and I'm not sure my heart is ready for that. So sorry I haven't commented recently. I don't know what's been going on with me. Some of it is having been busy but some also just tired of all going on in the world right now. Thanks for reminding me I need to think of the good things and give God the praise for all of them. Please come back and visit my blog. I've finally posted a couple new things.
ReplyDeleteMy oldest grand graduates in 2022. Just can't believe it either! I will be by to visit with you soon for sure. I have thought about several times recently. Maybe that was God prompting me to pray for you. So, tonight I shall dear Cheri.
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