Working Outside and a Milestone Birthday

 

Well, I'm back from my little blogging break, which I never announced or intended, but apparently needed. 

David and I have been working outside this week, making plans for a new garden area in the front yard, where we want swings, a new windmill, a bird bath and lots of plants. The vision is coming together. Now we just need good weather, money and energy 😀 This may take awhile!

I baked some Peanut Butter cookies this week and have thoroughly enjoyed way too many! 

I also bought a new candle, which I like to burn at night while we are watching tv. It just looks so cozy in the evening. It smells amazing! You can find this at Walmart, where all fine candles are sold 😉

One of the things we finally did this week was move this little bridge from the front yard to the back yard. We originally bought it for the girls to play on in the front yard, but the thrill wore off rather quickly and it was just taking up space. This piece of land that juts out is where the turtles sun themselves in the afternoon, so I was hoping they might appreciate it and maybe even climb on it.  Even if they don't, it adds a little bit of color to the lakeside.

The lake has actually seen a lot of action over the past week, as our neighbor, whom we share the lake with, has had a friend fishing here. It's been nice to see someone getting enjoyment out of the lake, which is usually very still. I had to snap this picture of David's boat in the water. There is no end to the amazing photos you can get on this lake. The pictures of the boat are some of my favorites. 

Today marks a special day, as our first baby turns 30! Thirty years ago today, God showed me the true meaning of the miracle of life, as Ted was born. He has made us proud every day since then. We are so thankful for him. 

On birthdays I always dig through old photos, so here are a few of us as new parents. It seems like a lifetime ago. 

Today Ted is blessed with his beautiful wife, Alex, and his 4 precious kids and God is richly blessing his life, for which we are so thankful. 

We are looking forward to celebrating with him this week at lunch today and dinner on Friday. 

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What about you? Any fun projects going on? Has your "baby" turned 30 yet? I feel like that's a big milestone. Whatever you're up to this week, I hope it's bringing you joy. 

Until Next Time...

Blessings!