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{It's A New Beginning Y'all}

  It's a tad late to wish a  Happy New Year but I sure hope that it's kicked off good for everyone. Ours kicked off with being so THANKFUL for what God has done and is doing. As I told my family as we were reminiscing over 2024, "There is a lot of 2024 I DO NOT WANT A RE-DO but the Lord has surely taught me so very much. I am truly thankful for each breath, each day, family and close friends. We had our three youngest grands for New Years Eve. We had a great time and the girls enjoyed a little fishing, bonfire with their great-grandfather and roasting marshmallows. Their great-grandfather will be 90 years old next month. As most of you know I do a monthly focus board and this makes my 3rd or 4th year. I've lost count. Only fitting that New Beginnings would be my focus for January. This has been so good for me as it sits on my kitchen counter so I can see it daily. Wonderful way to focus and quote God's Word daily.  I felt up to hosting a lunch and movie day with ...
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Happy May!

Happy May! I wanted to pop in and share a few pictures from my month of April which seemed to fly by quickly. As I am trying to catch up with my blogging friends today I realized it had been a month since I last posted. My mercy! But, I am so busy doing this thing we call life here on earth and enjoying every moment that I can. With my immediate family of 14 there is never a dull moment y'all!


 We had three family birthdays in April. My SIL David, granddaughter Adalynn and oldest granddaughter Raygen. 


Our favorite grandson Conner (only grandson) carried his girl to the prom. We had to snap at least one picture with Mom and Nana!


Two of my elementary school friends and I get together at least once every 4-5 weeks so we went to breakfast and then to Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens. We always have so much fun. 

The gardens are so beautiful that I couldn't even attempt to snap all the pictures I wanted.


There are so many beautiful paintings to look at this but this was one of my favs. 


I loved looking at the many different era's of clothing. Since I was a Cheerleader in Middle and High school, a Huntress and I work out these particular dress styles caught my eye. I am just really glad that I do not have to wear a dress for hunting or working out! LOL! 


I did manage to take some time to do a little beach theme decor in my dining room. 


Our granddaughter Mallory will be in the playoff's this week for High school softball but she also plays travel ball. These are pictures for travel ball. She loves all things sports. 


Kyleigh is our dancer in the family and she is getting ready for her recital that is coming up soon. 


My youngest daughter sent this picture to me. YES, MOMS ARE ALWAYS RIGHT!!!

This granddaughter is surely a woman after my own heart. GIVE ME lipstick and lip gloss and I can rule the world!

Thank you for letting me share bits and pieces of my April with you. I hope that May brings you all good health, happiness and much joy.

I will close by sharing my May focus. 


Hugs and blessings, Cindy



 

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  1. thepaintedapron.comMay 1, 2024 at 3:37 PM

    Hi Cindy! Beautiful family photos as always and I love your beachy stuff in your dining room. A day with friends touring the art museum sounds wonderful, I can't imagine painting a canvas with all those details like the woman with the mirror!
    Jenna

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    1. Creations By CindyMay 1, 2024 at 3:39 PM

      Thank you Jenna. That painting was truly beautiful!

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  2. AnonymousMay 1, 2024 at 5:12 PM

    Looks like you enjoyed a lovely month of April, I enjoyed seeing all of your photographs.

    Wishing you a happy new month of May :)

    All the best Jan
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  3. SusanMay 1, 2024 at 6:06 PM

    Hi Cindy, I always enjoy your pictures of your beautiful family! What a fun day with your friends. I like to go to museums. Just looking at those outfits was making me have a hot flash!

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  4. Pam RichardsonMay 1, 2024 at 7:52 PM

    Cindy, you are a busy woman choosing the best…faith, family, and friends! I always enjoy your happenings and family photos. Meeting up with long-time friends to visit the art museum is a perfect way to spend a day! Blessings and hugs, my friend!

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  5. Granny MarigoldMay 2, 2024 at 12:42 AM

    Happy new month of May 💗💗. I love all your family pics. And I love that you still get together with friends from elementary school. I have one friend from high school. We've been friends over 60 years! Hard to believe it's been that long. She lives in another province but we talk at least twice a week.
    Good luck to Mallory in her playoffs.

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  6. Heather{Our Life In a Click}May 2, 2024 at 9:37 AM

    I always love catching up with you Cindy! The prom couple looked so beautiful and I loved the shot with Grandma too of course! That breakfast looked delish. It's fun catching up with old friends. That museum looked cool. I love seeing all of your photos and family!

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  7. Visits With MaryMay 2, 2024 at 3:11 PM

    Beautiful grands and great pics! ☺♥

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  8. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenMay 2, 2024 at 8:19 PM

    How wonderful to catch up with all your April happenings, Cindy. Your family is so incredibly beautiful and I know you enjoy spending time with them every chance you get. How fun and special to get together with your childhood friends.
    Thank you for sharing the wonderful May focus. Love and blessings to you, my friend.
    P. S. Thank you for visiting my blog. For some reason your comments aren’t being emailed to me anymore. I don’t know why?

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    1. Creations By CindyMay 3, 2024 at 1:39 PM

      Thanks Kitty. These computers have a mind of their own don't they?

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  9. Pamela M. SteinerMay 2, 2024 at 8:39 PM

    Oh, I love seeing your beautiful family photos! Everyone is so wonderful...so many happy memories share here...birthdays, prom, dance recital, ball games, and just happy life! Love your beach theme table settings! What fun! And your final sign about God being the "Way Maker, etc." I love that song. Thank you for sharing all of this with us. This was very joyful and uplifting!

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  10. MargieMay 6, 2024 at 7:55 PM

    Your April has been enchanting! Love the beach theme decor!

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  11. MelanieMay 14, 2024 at 9:30 AM

    Such a beautiful and talented family! I always enjoy seeing them and how some of them have grown. I really love that painting. Soft colors and so pretty! I hope you had a very Happy Mother's Day!

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  12. BarbaraMay 21, 2024 at 4:49 PM

    Love the lyrics to Haymaker and I sing them to myself when I really need the boost. Your photos are beautiful -- the grands are growing and maturing SO FAST!

    You have the gift of cheer -- bringing delight and smiles to those who know you and read your blog!!

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  13. AnonymousMay 29, 2024 at 2:12 PM

    Hope you’re doing well.
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  14. Nellie's Cozy PlaceJune 14, 2024 at 1:19 PM

    Lovely post, you have been busy living life, which is awesome. I just happened to come across and old post from 2010 I think it was and I saw you left a comment, so I like to click on them to see if the person is still blogging, most of the time they aren't, so was glad to see you were.
    Have a lovely Summer!
    Nellie

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 16, 2024 at 5:33 PM

      Awe, thanks Nellie. I don't blog as often but try to now at least monthly.

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Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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