Our Annual Spring Trip South ~Week Three ~Spring Break ~Family Fun Together

The grandchildren had Spring Break the week following Easter.

This Papa and Gigi made the most of our time.

We prepared and ate Dinner together.

We worked on Creative Projects.

We went for a walk…

…and looked for fish from the bridge.

When Daddy was home, we used the Simulator

and practiced our golf swing.

We enjoyed live music at an outdoor concert in the park.

We enjoyed a meal in the Burger Bus…

a favorite outing.

We prepared an easy dinner at home…

Sheet pan Salmon and Broccoli.

And we played lots of games and toys.

Best of all, we enjoyed the time we spent together.

We are Blessed.

Take care,

~Natalie 

 

Our Annual Spring Trip South ~Week Two ~Easter Week Report

 

Our daughters and their families live fairly close together,

approximately a 40 minute drive.

I love that the cousins can get to know each other,

and that this Papa and Gigi can spend time with both families.

Looks like Baby Boy enjoys hanging out with the older guys.

After a week of sleeping in one home, we pack up and move to the other.

And that way, we get to be a part of bedtime and breakfast with both families..

Of course, a favorite Easter Week tradition is to dye Easter Eggs.

Here’s Gigi dying eggs with the boy that made us grandparents,

eight years ago.

Easter Morning we were treated to an amazing Brunch at the Country Club.

There were four stations of delicious food: Appetizers and Salads,

Breakfast and Dinner Entrees, Freshly Carved Beef and Ham,

Waffles and made-to-order Omelets,

And of course, a separate room for just desserts.

The children enjoyed an Easter Egg Hunt and

Petting Baby Farm Animals

A Three Generation Selfie

It was a dreary, drizzly day,

so we didn’t spend a lot of time on the patio.

Our photo may not be Christmas Card worthy,

but it is evidence that we celebrated the holiday together,

making sweet memories.

I hope you all had a Blessed Easter, with Worship,

 colored eggs, chocolate bunnies, delicious food, those that you love.

Take Care,

~Natalie

Stop back for my Week Three Report

Our Annual Spring Trip South ~Week One Report

Our Fourth Annual Spring Break Trip South…

We escape the Spring Snowstorms in the Dakotas,

plus we get to spend time with our family.

That’s the best part.

As you know, we prefer to drive,

as we enjoy seeing the countryside. We travel through seven states:

South Dakota, Iowa, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Georgia.

And we cross five big Rivers:

Mississippi, Ohio, Tennessee, Cumberland, and Missouri.

You also probably remember, we stop for lunch, and for years,

we have been searching for the best burger.

So far, the best one might be in Wahpeton, North Dakota.

Frequent stops allow us to get out of the vehicle

to stretch our legs and to get some steps.

This pretty view is at a Rest Area in Tennessee.

That’s Lake Nickajack.

We stayed with Emily’s family for the first week.

Hubby and Moose watched a little 

March Madness together.

Our Budding Artist

There was quite a story to this creation.

Gigi was invited to add just a few Blue Birds in the sky.

This little guy is about ready to walk.

We spent a day at the Chestatee Wildlife Preserve and Zoo.

It features over 100 exotic and native animals.

They have been rescued due to being orphaned, abused, illegally purchased, 

or just in need of a forever home.

The animals appreciate donations of fresh fruits, vegetables, and meats.

They welcome gifts of Toddler Toys for the little monkeys…

Especially toys that the monkeys can sit on.

Our favorite was a darling little baby bear. 

When we got home,

Jojo and Gigi made Homemade Pizzas for dinner…

One Pepperoni & Black Olive

One Chicken Alfredo

Making Sweet Memories

Stay tuned to see my Easter Report and all about Week Two!

Take care,

~Natalie 

What Happened to March? Here’s my Report ~In like a Lion, Out like a Lamb ~We are Blessed

We say goodbye to March, as we celebrate Spring and Easter week.

Our new Holiday Table Decor passes inspection.

In the Dakotas, March came in like a Lion.

We celebrated being with good friends, attending a Spring Concert.

It was the annual Northern State University Jazz Festival,

featuring guest musicians and a band that combines students from

 the university, high school, and even the middle school.

Those are some talented kids!

A second March snowstorm came two weeks after the first,

and after all that first snow had melted.

We enjoyed Hubby's Corned Beef Hash, twice,

to celebrate St.Patricks Day.

Holiday table decor makes me smile.

Our furry friends like it, too.

Hubby stayed busy in his Woodshop, nearly every day,

creating trees, vases, bowls…

…and hand turning wooden carrots for me to paint

and embellish with greens.

They’re a good collaboration between Hubby at his lathe

and me at my work table

Several bundles of carrots sold in my Etsy Shop

and to local friends.

Last, but not least, we spent time planning, packing,

and preparing for our annual Spring Trip to visit our family.

So at the end of another month, we give thanks for our blessings…

a warm home, good food, comfortable clothing,

wonderful friends, and a loving family.

Take care,

~Natalie

Irish Kisses and Shamrock Wishes

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day, Family and Friends 🍀

One doesn’t have to be Irish to celebrate with wishes for

luck, blessings, happiness, and cheer.

And maybe a little green-themed fun.

Hubby’s Corned Beef Hash is on our Menu.

We’re looking forward to our annual Spring Trip to visit our family.

This was St. Patrick’s Day, two years ago.

Making Sweet Memories

Thinking of you and Wishing you a Day filled with Joy.

Take care,

~Natalie