Well… it has already been one of those mornings around here. 😊
The new flower bed around the pool is finally coming together, and our yard guy has been out there early finishing everything up. Dirt, flowers, hoses, tools… the whole yard looks like it has been busy making itself pretty.
We spend a lot of time in the back yard during the Spring and Summer months and I want it to look my own resort.
Then SIL came over and has been working in Sam’s greenhouse repotting his lemon, lime, and grapefruit trees. Those little trees are truly Sam’s babies. Bless his heart, he barely has the strength to water them much these days, so we just step in and do it together as a family. Honestly, that is what families are for. Love shows up with potting soil on its hands and dirt under its fingernails.
And as I mentioned over on my sidebar in the Sam update, we will be heading to Dallas tomorrow. Sam has another appointment with the eye specialist, and then Thursday morning I will be at the hospital for a heart Cath. After all of that, we decided we are taking a couple of extra days just to breathe a little. No rushing. No schedules. Maybe just sitting by the hotel pool and soaking up a little peace. I think we both need that more than we realize.
Meanwhile… I am packing. Or at least pretending to pack. I have officially accepted the fact that I was not created to travel light. I pack like I may end up stranded for three months with three outfit changes a day. Will I ever learn? Doubtful. 😂
The kids will be coming over to swim while we are gone, and thankfully they will also keep an eye on my plants. Priorities, y’all. The flowers must survive.
Anyway, that is the latest from this busy little corner of life. I hope your weekend holds a few good surprises, a little laughter, and maybe a moment or two that reminds you life is still full of sweetness… even in the middle of the busy days.
Because honestly, we never really know what a day is going to bring, do we?
Shug....💛
Prayers are on their way to you and Sam. Safe travels, successful doctor appointments and peace and healing for your heart cath.
ReplyDeleteRest ... I think that is definitely on the agenda after all you two are going through.
Peace by the Pool...
hugs
Sue
I will be praying for you and Sam, dear friend. Your photos are beautiful. And Shug, I absolutely love your blog header and background! Sending you warm hugs and much love.
ReplyDeleteThose rocks and borders look so pristine ... the plants like something out of a magazine! I do hope some of your time in Big D includes some well-deserved indulgence. Hey, a girl's got to pack for every eventuality, right?
ReplyDeleteAs ever, my prayers are going with the two of you!
I will be praying for the heart cath. It can really make a big difference in energy. Phil recently had his 2nd one. Keep me posted. I'm SO late reading you today!!
ReplyDeleteYes, love and prayers. I'm glad you will be taking time to breathe a bit and recharge your batteries. Take care. ❤️
ReplyDeleteYou dear sweet lady, I so appreciate you and your thankful attitude when it comes to life and what the Lord allows to come into it for you. Praying much for you and Sam as you have these next adventures.
ReplyDeleteShug, your grounds look beautiful . You have created such a lovely place for you and your family to enjoy. Wishing you safe travels and prayers, love, and hugs on your trip to Dallas and your medical procedures. When I comes to packing I have learned to travel light.We just can handle too much luggage and I usually don't wear half of what I pack. Good Luck.
ReplyDeleteHey Shug - praying for you and Sam in this week ahead. Praying the appts go well, but also that you have peace and a little time of enjoyment after them.
ReplyDeletePacking light is har!
Your garden looks fab and that is lovely your SIL has been helping out with the trees. I hope all goes well in Dallas for Sam and your heart cath goes well.
ReplyDeleteI laughed at your words at packing heavy. I am the lightest packer, and if you give me one bag and get me on the gypsy road, I'll be content. But you have yours and Sam's things, so there's more that you need to pack, so be easy on yourself. Your rock landscape is so nice. Don't ya just love those landscapers who work so hard in our yards? So good that your kids will come over and take care of everything while you're away. You work so hard on your plants and backyard, and it looks very nice. Sam's greenhouse sounds delightful with the lemon, lime, and grapefruit trees. My dad used to have a grapefruit every day, and was reminded of that. Have a blessed week, Shug. And happy June!
ReplyDeleteNo, we don't even know what the next second will bring -literally.
ReplyDeleteI can't pack light either - what if I need it?
Good luck on your heart cath and Sam's eye appointment.
I do not blame you for taking a couple days of break.
Will be thinking of both Sam and you this week. I know you will come through your heart cath with flying colors and then both of you can enjoy your down time lounging around the pool
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