Keksie

I am firmly convinced the National Park Service is trying to kill me. A couple of years ago we were in The Black hills and decided to hike to a waterfall. I love waterfalls. The sign said 1 mile walk. No problem I can walk a mile. At least a mile and a half later we made it to the falls. I was younger and in better shape so it was just annoying that the hike was longer then advertised. Today we are killing time until it is time to check into our hotel. Driving along the Blue Ridge Pkwy. We see a waterfall sign. 1.7 miles. I can do that. Well to the falls was probably 3 miles all down hill, with rocks to climb over and slippery muddy places. Saw the falls and everyone told us the other path back to the cars was not as steep, slippery, or rocky. It must have been 5 miles mostly uphill. At one point I told my husband to go ahead and find help. Just about then another couple came by and said it wasn't much further so I kept walking and finally made it. Besides being much longer then advertised no where did it say old, over weight, out of shape women should not attempt. Sigh. I do love waterfalls but from now on if I can't see them from the road I will not hike to them.

She is beautiful!

Right now Blue bell has an Oatmeal Cream Pie flavor. My new favorite! I do miss the bluebonnets.

We switch between heat and cold all spring and fall. Once it is summer the air is on and set at 73. Once it is winter the heat is on and set at 73. It seems that 73 is our preferred temperature.

It was strange. It started as just rain and then the wind started but just in the back of the house. The front yard just has a few branches down. I wasn't even this scared during hurricane Sally.

Of course my husband is at a tractor show when the rain turned into a crazy storm. He will not be happy when he sees all the clean up we need to do tomorrow. At least the arch (which is the centerpiece of the wedding) only blew over and was not crushed under the tree.

@Ozark_Kid She is super adorable! @sgmn Love the robin updates. @Ocean Boy That is one way to have the beach to yourself. @dani negreanu So glad DH is back to cooking. It looks delicious!

After a blood test my Dr. advised me to take B12. Since I take a couple of other meds every morning I put it in my pill organizer so I don't forget. It really made a big difference in my energy levels.

E!met wanted to know why I interrupted his nap to tell him it was National Pet Day since it is always his day every day.

I am so sorry that is the diagnosis. I am glad that right now things are good. You will be in my thoughts and prayers that things stay good for as long as possible.

I love maple everything. It all.looks so good.

The loss of the voicemail made me catch my breath. A couple of phones ago I lost the last voicemail from my Dad. It is sad and I am sorry it happened to you. Technology can make a person scream sometimes.

@dani negreanu I know it will be a stressful night for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

@brillohead I am so happy for you.

I love chicken fried chicken with mashed potatoes and fried okra. White gravy with a good amount of pepper.

There are just some things that are guaranteed to disappoint. Gas station sushi, grits from unknown sources, and Texmex not in Texas.

No instant grits. Get them at the tractor shows freshly ground. Creamy and cheesy for me.

No. That would be shrimp that goes on grits. Cheese grits for us.

I love maple.

It is amazing and special!

We are booked on the Bella 2 cruise. It will so wonderful to actually meet so many of the people I have had the pleasure of virtually meeting.

@Sea Dog How are you feeling?

Radiance is our favorite ship so far. We have sailed on her twice in Alaska.

@h20skibumThat was such a good project for them and they look like it was so much fun. The grandkids are so cute!!! @dani negreanu Stay safe. I hope none of the unrest is close to you.

If it continues you might want to see a Dr. It could be something that needs attention. Probably not but just in case.