Plot Twist

All I can say is, never say never.

After 66 years on this planet, I can honestly say:

You never know.

Family

There's a wall in my basement coffee/dessert bar adorned by these images.  Each one represents a family member by their favourite sweet.

The lineup is by age, oldest to youngest. My son doesn't know about the wall of sweets; he's never seen it.

He hasn't seen the renovated kitchen, the rose garden, or the back deck.

And we haven't seen him.

Not since 2012 when he estranged himself from us.

I miss him.

My husband

Me

My son

My daughter

Packing For The Trip

 I am getting organized for a trip to Portugal.

It's been a while since this girl has been on vacation. I'm looking forward to being by the ocean and eating fresh sea food.

We are travelling with two other couples, so it should be fun. I need some laughs.

See you when I get back!

I'm A Work In Progress

Well, I won't lie, losing my best friend, Ben, last summer has really kicked my ass. I haven't found my 'footing' yet, but gardening has kept my head above water at least.

I'm not sure if I will find a new friend, but I am giving fostering some serious thought.

Can't focus on painting, reading or much of anything other than gardening and being outdoors.

What are you up to? 

Hope life is treating you well,

 Hello! Is anybody out there?

I know I've been absent (more absent than usual) but I'm okay.

Life goes on . . . and on ;) And we push forward. 

A memory of happier days.

Hope you're well, 

Upcoming Festivities

How are you coping?

Good Morning!

I've started a portrait of my boy. 

BEN

I think the eyes have it ♥