Just got home from a weekend get-away with the BEST husband in the world......
Hands down......Sam.....truly is the BEST......He is an awesome guy! He really is quite a comic when we travel. Makes me laugh...makes me smile!
This trip was all about celebrating Shanda's 38th Birthday. We had been planning all week....along with Shanda's husband (Tom) to surprise Shanda with an overnight trip to Frisco and a fabulous Birthday dinner.
But.....we made one mistake! We told the boys....(grandsons)
And then.....Sweet.... Mylee Jo, overheard them talking about
"Pops and Shug" meeting them at the hotel.
So......she tells Shanda that we were going to be there!
END OF SURPRISE!!
We had a great time anyways!...... Shanda was thrilled to see us there and the Birthday Celebration went on as planned!
Good Food........Cheesecake from the Cheesecake Factory......shopping.....Gifts and more!!
It's Been a Great Weekend!!
shug ~
Sunday, June 7, 2015
Thursday, June 4, 2015
Look at me.....
Our daughter (Trista) and her family built a new home last year and while it's not completely out in the country.....it is in a wooded area.
Their house sits on about 10 acres of land and as you back out of their drive way, you are backing out onto an asphalt road, that runs between two other roads. Needless to say....across this asphalt road, is nothing but woods.
As I was backing out of their drive (about a week ago) this little beauty caught my eye! It was as if this little flower was saying:
"Hey....look at me!"
It was surrounded by nothing but weeds and branches from an old cedar tree. This gorgeous yellow flower.....was tucked so softly inside all of the weeds, but yet.....it stood out with such a striking beauty...
Have a great one!
Shug ~
Their house sits on about 10 acres of land and as you back out of their drive way, you are backing out onto an asphalt road, that runs between two other roads. Needless to say....across this asphalt road, is nothing but woods.
As I was backing out of their drive (about a week ago) this little beauty caught my eye! It was as if this little flower was saying:
"Hey....look at me!"
It was surrounded by nothing but weeds and branches from an old cedar tree. This gorgeous yellow flower.....was tucked so softly inside all of the weeds, but yet.....it stood out with such a striking beauty...
There are many lessons to be learned from this picture.....one being that.... although you might feel stuck in a rut......you can push your way forward!
Another......is that no matter what life throws at us......we can survive!! Determination will guide us....we can reach for the stars!
I'm joining Good Fences today.....
Have a great one!
Shug ~
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Camp Joy!
This week is "Camp Joy" week, and I can certainly relate as to why it is called Camp Joy. This camp is well deserving of its name.
My little niece (Tammy).... is the one attending this camp. All of the young adults that are attending the camp have different kinds of disabilities. Can I tell you...... I admire the many people who sponsor such a wonderful week for these special people.
Tammy attends BVT a couple days a week....as she is registered in the day program there. BVT is a Faith based community for adults with mild to moderate intellectual and developmental disabilities.
This week, I have been dropping Tammy off at Breckenridge around 8:00 a.m. and returning to pick her up around 4:00 in the evening. It has been such a "JOY" to see her step off of the BVT bus each day, because her face has a smile that reaches from ear to ear.
She is loving the camp.....which is sponsored by Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler Texas.
I get excited just listening to her tell me about her day. The camp provides fishing, swimming, basketball, bingo, games, snow cones, snacks, arts and crafts, races, and many other recreational activities for those attending.
Today.....she went fishing! Did she catch anything? No....but it was a big thrill for her to be at the lake with all of her other friends. Yesterday, she won a journal while playing bingo.......oh my, it was as if Santa had just paid her a visit....
Sure makes me stop and think about life!! How I fret over this and that......how I take things for granted.
The blind only wish to see, the deaf only wish to hear and the mute only wish to speak.......Things that seem of just little value to us, can be ALL that someone else wants......appreciate even the little things in life.......there are many who are less fortunate.
Hugs to each of you.....
Sugar!
My little niece (Tammy).... is the one attending this camp. All of the young adults that are attending the camp have different kinds of disabilities. Can I tell you...... I admire the many people who sponsor such a wonderful week for these special people.
Tammy attends BVT a couple days a week....as she is registered in the day program there. BVT is a Faith based community for adults with mild to moderate intellectual and developmental disabilities.
This week, I have been dropping Tammy off at Breckenridge around 8:00 a.m. and returning to pick her up around 4:00 in the evening. It has been such a "JOY" to see her step off of the BVT bus each day, because her face has a smile that reaches from ear to ear.
She is loving the camp.....which is sponsored by Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler Texas.
I get excited just listening to her tell me about her day. The camp provides fishing, swimming, basketball, bingo, games, snow cones, snacks, arts and crafts, races, and many other recreational activities for those attending.
Today.....she went fishing! Did she catch anything? No....but it was a big thrill for her to be at the lake with all of her other friends. Yesterday, she won a journal while playing bingo.......oh my, it was as if Santa had just paid her a visit....
Sure makes me stop and think about life!! How I fret over this and that......how I take things for granted.
The blind only wish to see, the deaf only wish to hear and the mute only wish to speak.......Things that seem of just little value to us, can be ALL that someone else wants......appreciate even the little things in life.......there are many who are less fortunate.
Hugs to each of you.....
Sugar!
Tuesday, June 2, 2015
I Strongly Disapprove
I am so ranting today!
This is one post that I wish I could "SHOUT" out, all across America, to every driver that gets behind the wheel of a vehicle.
On my way to Tyler today....I honestly felt as if I were in some kind of driving battle. Every where I looked, a driver was either texting or talking on their phone. Several in front of me were also driving erratically.
This is one post that I wish I could "SHOUT" out, all across America, to every driver that gets behind the wheel of a vehicle.
On my way to Tyler today....I honestly felt as if I were in some kind of driving battle. Every where I looked, a driver was either texting or talking on their phone. Several in front of me were also driving erratically.
When I'm behind a person who irresponsibly drives and text......I can almost always know what is happening!
While they may think they are in control of the vehicle....their path tends to tell otherwise. Crossing lines....slowing down....speeding up.....These are good indications that someone is texting and driving!
When it comes to "meeting" a car......it can sometimes be too late to know what they are doing. In other words....they have crossed the line and are heading right for you, before you have to hit the ditch to avoid a head on collision.
This particular quote.......says what needs to be said!!!
Why? Why would a parent, text their child or their loved one.....knowing that they could possibly be behind the wheel of a vehicle???? What is a kid to do?
1. They send a reply text at the risk of their own life being taken, or the life of someone else being taken too soon.
2. They ignore the text....and usually end up in trouble when they get home for not replying to the text.
Wake up Parents!!!
It is frightening to think about sharing the road with a someone who is not in control.....It makes me want to shout...
Wake up People!!!
The least that a person could do....(if they are going to continue to text, talk and drive).....is:
Put a huge red flag on your car....to warn others that you are driving dangerously and are being very inconsiderate of the lives of others.
In the past....I have been guilty of texting and driving....maybe one or two times. Very unwise decision.
However.....I know of so many people who have suffered loss, due to a driver that was texting. A texted message is NOT worth the risk of losing ones life or losing the life of others.
I STRONGLY disapprove of Texting and Driving!!!
If this opens one persons eyes today.....then I say....
Thank you Lord!
blessings my sweet friends..
Don't Text/Talk and drive!!
Shug
Monday, June 1, 2015
True Friendships
I've seen situations like this happen all around me and I just cannot for the life of me understand!
*Note: Many times I write about things I see happening to people I know....just because I write about it.....doesn't mean that it pertains to ME or to my family! I say this....because, so often I write about something and before I know it, when I go to the ballpark or to the grocery store.......there are a few people that will stop me and ask me what I did about this and that. Does this ever happen to you? If I write about depression....it does not mean I am depressed! I'm actually a very upbeat person.
If I write about thorns....it doesn't mean I have a thorn in my side!!!
Now....My thoughts for today! The meaning of being a Friend.
People amaze me......Honestly, they do!
I am a people person.....I love people! If you are my friend, then you are my friend for life. There are many times that things in life bring about change when it comes to relationships....But, just because there is a change, it does not mean that you are NO longer my friend.
Help me understand!!!!
How is that people can be your friend.....and then all of sudden, turn against you as if you never existed? Does one sum it up as this?
1. They never were a true friend in the beginning
2. They are childish and selfish
3. They find you boring
I don't know.......but I have seen many people hurt, because a so called friend closes the relationship under unexplained causes. Sad to say....but none of us come with labels attached to our foreheads which indicates if we have within us, what it takes to be a good friend. There is no label to warn us about people who can be tacky in ever kind of way!
What are the characteristics of good friend?
Must they dress to perfection? NO.......
Must they be popular.......? Absolutely NOT
Must they be honest........? Honesty is necessary in any relationship.
Must they be accepting......? YES.....a true friend accepts you no matter what troubles come your way.
Will they protect you....? again....the answer is YES.
True friendship is clearly marked with UNSELFISHNESS!! Friendships have no place for Jealousy!!!!!!!
A good friend is always respectful of their friends....
"Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends will leave footprints your heart"
I am so thankful that I can call each of you my friend!
Blessings....
shug ~
*Note: Many times I write about things I see happening to people I know....just because I write about it.....doesn't mean that it pertains to ME or to my family! I say this....because, so often I write about something and before I know it, when I go to the ballpark or to the grocery store.......there are a few people that will stop me and ask me what I did about this and that. Does this ever happen to you? If I write about depression....it does not mean I am depressed! I'm actually a very upbeat person.
If I write about thorns....it doesn't mean I have a thorn in my side!!!
Now....My thoughts for today! The meaning of being a Friend.
People amaze me......Honestly, they do!
I am a people person.....I love people! If you are my friend, then you are my friend for life. There are many times that things in life bring about change when it comes to relationships....But, just because there is a change, it does not mean that you are NO longer my friend.
Help me understand!!!!
How is that people can be your friend.....and then all of sudden, turn against you as if you never existed? Does one sum it up as this?
1. They never were a true friend in the beginning
2. They are childish and selfish
3. They find you boring
I don't know.......but I have seen many people hurt, because a so called friend closes the relationship under unexplained causes. Sad to say....but none of us come with labels attached to our foreheads which indicates if we have within us, what it takes to be a good friend. There is no label to warn us about people who can be tacky in ever kind of way!
What are the characteristics of good friend?
Must they dress to perfection? NO.......
Must they be popular.......? Absolutely NOT
Must they be honest........? Honesty is necessary in any relationship.
Must they be accepting......? YES.....a true friend accepts you no matter what troubles come your way.
Will they protect you....? again....the answer is YES.
True friendship is clearly marked with UNSELFISHNESS!! Friendships have no place for Jealousy!!!!!!!
A good friend is always respectful of their friends....
"Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends will leave footprints your heart"
I am so thankful that I can call each of you my friend!
Blessings....
shug ~
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