almost peak...

halloween past

Yes, Halloween has already passed. For some reason, all the activities were this past weekend. We enjoyed ghost stories on the mountain and trunk or treat and games at the church.

Westley was Darth Vader...


Our beloved park ranger was a Bumble Bee and Buttercup was herself..

Trick or treating at the park...

fall festivities

We had lots of fun at ....

We climbed haystacks, petted animals, saw two pigs scuffle like they were Holly and Maggie (seriously, I think the Maggie Pig bit the Holly pig's ankle!), picked our own pumpkins, and went on a hayride.
I think they're friends...
We also went to Colorfest (an art festival) in Mentone.

hodgepodgery the final scarf

I am so super-pleased with my new scarf. This scarf traveled all over the United States and 10 women added their own love and personality into this wonderful treasure. I shall cherish it always.

mommy, tomorrow i want to tell you i had fun in Texas

Westley and I had a great vacation in Texas. We flew on a plane but I think he had more fun on the shuttle buses, truth be told. We had a great time with Kim and her husband Joseph. Their hospitality was much appreciated. There were playgrounds and shopping and oh yeah, my 20 year high school reunion. I really enjoyed reconnecting with Robin, Michelle, Cheryl, Beth, Cindy, Jeanine, Tammy, and Carrie (in order of appearance). There were several others too numerous to name. Everybody looked absolutely fabulous. Except me, I can't get a decent haircut to save my life.

We ate lots of Mexican food and there were margaritas. I also got my once a decade Whataburger.

I got to tour the school, see some tailgaters at the football team (but ultimately bailed, it was cold!), and enjoy reunion festivities at Lantana Golf Club sans the children. The only thing missing was the Walrus who couldn't think of anything more excruciating, except maybe a root canal but would still probably prefer the root canal, than being at a party full of people he doesn't know. He was still missed.

I loved spending all that time with Westley without having to worry about work or school and I loved that he loves Kim as much as I do. They really hit it off.

Robin...

Tammy and Jeanine...We just need our flutes and a stage.

Haven't seen Carrie in 20+ years. Carrie has the best sense of humor. I wonder if she still likes hot pink and Miss Piggy.
Michelle and her hubby...The only person I didn't recognize but knew her when she introduced herself. Most others were either unrecognizable all together or I couldn't remember their name.
Cindy (&I)... Many hours were spent on her trampoline and in my pool.

Westley and Wookie...

Kim and Joseph...

Driving home from the airport...

boom days

We had a great time at this year's Boom Days in Fort Payne. We forgot our camera so the pictures aren't very clear from the phone camera.

There was drumming with John Scalici...

Westley caught a fish from an organization promoting the throwback method of fishing.

Westley loved Miss Muffin, the miniature horse displayed by the humane society.

We had fun with the games, fun, food, music, and good people. Oh, and the church sold my ginger lemonade for the missions fundraiser.