Mailbox

at 03/15/10 11:15PM
Going to the mailbox used to be one of the highlights of my day. Now, its bills, advertisements, politics,
and someone wanting money. I miss those hand-addressed, hand-written letters from friends and family.
There's just something about a personal letter thats heart-warming. I love my Pleo friends, but I do miss
those letters. Think I'll start using more postage for something besides paying bills.
  • kennen
    I thought about the same thing about 2 weeks ago myself. I have a chest that I have all the notes, cards and letters my mom and my best friend and a few others have sent me. I miss getting them too. I sent a few out myself hoping to start receiving them again too.
    by kennen at 03/15/10 11:34PM
  • aleta
    I wrote one last week to a struggling sister and opened it with a little fussing to myself for not writing MORE letters. (I knew I could reach her on Facebook, but...) She was there Sunday and we hugged and had a good laugh over that. You are right. We need to do it more.
    by aleta at 03/16/10 12:08AM
  • ginnyann
    I have a dear friend that says that's why she doesn't have a computer...she likes the personal phone calls and hand-written notes. I admire that in her. She is always sending cards or notes to me and others. You are a great example. I think I'll do the same....it only takes a little time out of your schedule.
    by ginnyann at 03/16/10 9:13AM
  • squeaky
    My husband races to the mailbox everyday hoping to get a letter but he settles for magazines, and bills and junk mail. It's the highlight of his day. It used to be mine too when he was in the army. If I didn't get a letter everyday I would get depressed. That was our way of talking to one another. This was before cell phones people. It's amazing what you'll put on paper that you won't say on the phone. I miss it too.
    by squeaky at 03/16/10 1:46PM
  • derbydi
    There is something about receiving a handwritten note!
    by derbydi at 03/16/10 3:51PM
  • shannonwk
    This past year I started trying to send more cards and have gotten some better but still have a lot of room for improvement. I remember before cell phones, when long distance calls were expensive, and you wrote a lot of letters because you wanted to stay in touch and that was the least expensive way. You young ones out there probably won't relate to how expensive calling used to be. It was saved for something special.
    by shannonwk at 03/16/10 5:20PM
  • kentuckygals
    I love to get mail and send out mail also I can say more on paper on my blog and through email than in person
    by kentuckygals at 03/17/10 1:43PM
  • soysauce
    Thanks. I am glad you will get to see dad soon! I will make sure that I will give Lindsey a hug! Love you.
    by soysauce at 03/17/10 10:28PM
  • aleta
    Thanks for your comment about Mom. I'm sending you an email.
    by aleta at 03/18/10 10:50PM

03/13/10 10:43PM

  • aleta
    Would you recommend the topsy turvey tomato plant? I can't remember what you said about it?
    by aleta at 03/13/10 11:43PM
  • squeaky
    I remeber you saying it did pretty good or is my memory fading?
    by squeaky at 03/14/10 1:50PM
  • ginnyann
    I've thought about those too....wondering if I could put one on our little patio.....It might be too much in this apt. complex...however, I see all kinds of things hanging on everyone's patio.....flags, empty plant holders, TV satellites....et
    by ginnyann at 03/15/10 9:40AM

Challenge for 2010.

at 01/03/10 11:35PM
Tonight I received a lesson in downloading embroidery designs for my Brother Embroidery Machine.
Tomorrow will be a test to see how much I retained. Its great to have friends who share their knowledge
after you feed them Taco Soup, Deviled Eggs and Stuffed Celery; and Brownies with Cool Whip for dessert.
I have a feeling I may be calling Deletta several times before mastering what she and Gerald helped me with
this evening. I can visualize using the designs for baby quilts, capes, etc. Guess what I'll be doing tomorrow?

  • aleta
    Expecting pictures of your work!
    by aleta at 01/03/10 11:43PM
  • missy
    That is so neat!
    by missy at 01/04/10 9:10AM
  • drtundrhrnls
    You can do it! Your talents are endless.
    by drtundrhrnls at 01/04/10 10:09AM
  • anne
    Ah, my tech savvy Mother. Good for you!!! And thanks to the Gruses.
    by anne at 01/04/10 10:54AM
  • derbydi
    Fun!
    Good to see Sherelyn and family up here!
    by derbydi at 01/04/10 1:30PM
  • jamiemmoon
    sounds fun...enjoy!
    by jamiemmoon at 01/04/10 4:50PM
  • skidget
    sounds like fun!! i'm sure you will do very pretty things with it!
    by skidget at 01/04/10 7:59PM
  • anne
    No ma'am, I don't remember who gave it to us, and it isn't written in his baby book on the shower gift pages, perhaps because he was a boy!
    by anne at 01/08/10 8:33PM
  • tracys
    My mom as well as Todd & his family are all doing well! I'm sure you are ready for Mark & Sherelyn to be home, but how wonderful for them to get to see their granddaughter! I'm sure it's hard on them to be so far away from her - I know my parents hated living in Chicago when our kids were little.
    by tracys at 01/09/10 12:29AM
  • aleta
    Thank you! And thanks for your encouragement!
    by aleta at 01/10/10 11:29PM
  • po
    I love the soccerball you made me. From| Shad
    by po at 01/11/10 7:00PM
  • soysauce
    I like that picture too!!!
    by soysauce at 01/12/10 5:23PM
  • squeaky
    Hey I'd teach you anything you wanted to know for that kind of food. :-) Glad you are learning something new. Keeps you young doesn't it.
    by squeaky at 03/09/10 5:33PM
  • ginnyann
    Food for instructions...how nice.....anxious to see pics of your newest work. Enjoy!
    by ginnyann at 03/10/10 7:31AM

Happy New Year

at 01/01/10 6:41PM
We welcomed in 2010 at the Nolls. It was filled with fun, food, and laughter. They know how to be hospitable
to all who come. Their beautiful home is used for entertaining in such a comfortable way. No matter if the children's
toys are scattered all over the floors--we just push them under the table and make ourselves comfortable. There
was ping-pong in the garage, Pictionary at the dining table, and couches in living room for those who wanted to snitch
a nap before we welcomed in the New Year.
Forrest has furnished more good entertainment with all his videos set to music. Last night it was pictures Mark took
at our Labor Day party at the Nolls. Hope you had a Happy beginning of another New Year!
  • zanne
    Glad you had a good time!! Happy New Year!!
    by zanne at 01/01/10 10:12PM
  • ambie_06
    Happy New Year to you two too! :)
    by ambie_06 at 01/01/10 11:18PM
  • gromit57
    Happy New Year! :)
    by gromit57 at 01/02/10 6:29PM
  • anne
    That does sound like fun. Happy New Year, Mother and Daddy!
    by anne at 01/02/10 8:42PM
  • derbydi
    Sounds like a great party! Happy New Year!
    by derbydi at 01/03/10 10:02PM
  • monk
    i had sunday dinner across the table from your sweet daughter and her sweet family!
    kaelyn was calling john -- poppi, and mark -- pappi.
    it was priceless.
    by monk at 01/03/10 10:15PM

Traditions

at 12/23/09 6:07PM
How many times does an event have to happen for it to become a tradition?

For the two previous years , on christmas day we have gone with a group who
also do not have company coming--to a Chinese Restaurant for the noon meal, then to
our house to play games. Everyone brings snacks which we eat together for supper. Our number is
growing, and we like that---the MORE the MERRIER!!! (Its Chinese food because almost every restaurant
in the area is closed so those families can eat together at home).

One year at Centerville Ernest and I drove all the way to Conroe to find a Fast Food restaurant open.
Even Bryan was all closed up. Can't blame them though.

Happy Holidays to each of you!
  • anne
    You can come here! I know how to cook Chinese...
    by anne at 12/23/09 10:20PM
  • squeaky
    I think thats a great tradition. Keep it up.
    by squeaky at 12/23/09 10:39PM
  • aleta
    We'll have to keep our eyes and ears out for people like...us! Enjoy!
    by aleta at 12/23/09 10:46PM
  • kayt
    can't wait to enjoy your company Fri.
    by kayt at 12/24/09 1:18AM
  • derbydi
    Sounds like a fun tradition to me!
    by derbydi at 12/26/09 4:20PM
  • frances
    No, I didn't know that. When is Rachel getting married?
    by frances at 12/27/09 11:27PM
  • soysauce
    Yesterday I hung the calender, you got me for Thanksgiving, up in my room! Thank you!!!
    by soysauce at 12/29/09 11:31AM