Stanley Cup

Yeah Red Wings-my favorite hockey team just won the Stanley Cup!

Phil and I along with 4 friends enjoyed a "Seguay" trip today. Not sure of the spelling, but it is the vehicle you see security folks riding around airports, also sometimes police in Silver Spring. The rental company showed us a scary video beforehand and I almost backed out. The actual ride wasn't as frightening. Once you get the hang of it, it is fun. The motions are similar to skiing where you shift your weight to turn. We finished the trip without "incident" and are safetly home now.

Grandmommy's birthday was March 14-Ides of March as Grandpop always mentioned. The 14th of March in the old days was the day before income tax returns were due and Grandpop was seldom able to be home to celebrate. He was a fuzzy figure all during tax season-up to his ears in work. He worked really hard to make a living for us. Grandmommy was the facilitator-she made his work life possible.

One of my most vivid, more recent memories of them was at the farm, just after the construction began on the houses across Radio Lane. They were down by the barn, holding hands, just gazing over at the "progress".

Another thing that has been on mind is that we should be so thankful to Joe and to Mike too for all their hard work settling the estates.

I will be in Thurmont this summer, both to enjoy my grandchildren and to get my stuff outta there. We definitely will be there for July, maybe before. In August we have a place at Ocean City for the month. Ella, Philip III and Aleta will be joining us there. We might be able to fit in a few visitors too. Liz says she is game although she has a baby event in New York sometime in August. We have reserved a 3 bedroom condo in English Towers (around 100 St. and the beach).

That's all for now-be back soon.

Ramblings of an old lady

Congrats to Sarah! She looks absolutely radiant in her blog pics. Looks like life is agreeing with her. Also happy birthday to Sarah and bro Mike tomorrow, Feb. 15.

Happy Valentine's day to all of you out there. Phil and I went out to a dinner dance and actually danced - once. The vocalist sang the same song Molly sang at Andy and Julie's wedding and she wasn't nearly as good as Molly was. Molly is the greatest!

We are still unpacking down here in Florida and simultaneously looking forward to visitors Leezie, Speed and Sam next week. We'll turn the pool heater on for them. Also we are desperately hoping Aleta, Ella and Philip III will find a way to visit us too. I think they need some r & r in the sunshine. We promise beach days and pool time.

Florida is good except we miss the babies.

Not homeless

We are FL residents! We are here but some of our "stuff" isn't. It is residing partly in my car in the parking lot of 1121. At least we aren't living in the car! What would we do without Auntie Liz-she was a lifesaver.

There are lots of mixed feelings involved in most moves and this is no exception. Unpacking pictures and mementos brings more tears but at the same time, a lot of smiles. We will be going back to MD 1/31 and will certainly spend time with Ella and Philip. Aleta's blog helps us keep in touch but it's not the same as holding them in person.

The weather factor here is weird-we kept too many coats I guess. Maybe we will have to donate some. Suddenly the coat closet looks out of place.

Congrats to Cassie on her upcoming retirement! Enjoy!

exercising for the elderly

Well girls, and you know who you are--I rode my bike 4 miles today. Considering that my bike weighs about 50 lbs., I am proud of that. Am planning to do this every day, upping the mileage as I go along. The only things that hurt are my knees. But I am going to ignore that for now.

Weddin' is nigh.

And I haven't finished getting ready for it yet. I will hit the stores in Naples on Friday. Phil has made us a reservation with the exercise people at the clubhouse. They will show us how to use the machines there. Maybe I'll "send" phil by himself and I will go shopping instead. You super-athletes will not be impressed, but the pool is a good place to do some exercising. I have also been bike riding most every day.

Aleta reported today that Ella has passed her sickness on to PT III. A lot of throwing up is involved. Poor Mommy!

Can't wait for Julie and Andy's wedding. It will be a unique opportunity to spend some fun time with family and friends. Everyone who is attending, please bring snorkel equipment, sunscreen and bug repellant.

Julie recommended that we bring any over-the-counter meds with us as they may not have what we need in Belize. Also the prices are higher.

Take care everyone. We love all of you.

Jeanie