Arizona Vacation

Well as many of y0u know, I've been in Arizona for the past week for vaca. I love this state. The weather, of course, is the same - SUNSHINE! Not wanting to make anyone in the east coast jealous!!! Chelsea, gramma and I spent a day in Tombstone and Sierra Vista. We saw the location of the famous gunfight and shopped in the old town shops. In Sierra Vista we visited the Kartchner Caverns. What a beautiful sight hidden underneath the mountains of Arizona. Today is Sunday - went to church this morning and now spending the day with family. I can't believe how gracious God has been (and continues to be) to me. I have been so blessed by a wonderful family. Can't thank Russ and Jackie for their wonderful generosity and letting us come out and stay - they have always been willing to open their home to all of us. Thanks!

My brother lost a dear friend this past week in a horrible motorcycle crash. Steve was a kind and gentle giant who I had the pleasure of meeting a year ago when my husband and I were here for bike week. He was kind enough to drive my daughter, Chelsea, around on the back of his bike and tell her some wonderful stories about his life. He made quite an impact on Chelsea and Bryan and I. We will miss Steve as I'm sure many of those who knew him will as well.

So some for today - just love someone a little longer and give them an extra kiss. Sometimes we only have one opportunity to make an impact on people.

Sunshine!!

Is everyone as excited about the sun as me? It just makes you feel all warm and fuzzy - don't it? I planted my pickling cucumbers and my cherry tomatoes seeds about a week or two ago and they are coming up nicely. Plan on making lots of pickles this summer for family and friends gift baskets - be prepared everyone!!! The cherry tomatoes are for Chelsea! Even though she's not here - I planted them for her. She used to love to go into the garden and just pick them off the vine and eat them like candy. Anyway, everyone get up and get outside - enjoy the day!!