Sunday, June 21, 2020

June 19-20, 2020 Fathers Day

WHOOP WHOOP WHOOP WHOOP!
HAPPY PEOPLE EVERYWHERE...........
Having our kiddos, their mates, and most of the grands together in one place at one time, was like celebrating on Christmas morning πŸŽ…πŸŽ„πŸŽ…πŸŽ„
Spending time with our family was a gift, wrapped in gold.
It was a short, sweet visit, but packed a punch of love, laughter, and joy.


The day started early, at our favorite spot.......... Loch Haven.
We were determined to make the most of a rainy day.
"Dont go to the lake, or get near the water, if you don't want to get wet!"
Who said mud puddles were no fun?
Playing Horseshoes took on a whole new meaning.
The rain temporarily flooded the area, but these kiddos were neither fazed nor perplexedπŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚.
The beach area was totally flooded πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡
Yes, that is rain that you see........ do you think they were concerned? πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚
"KK" kept up.. but her hair frizzed....
From the lake to Casa de Sharpley driveway, the excitement continued.
Water-guns, water-balloons, hulu hoops, hotwheel rides, photo ops, honoring Papa, and of course eating dinner......... It was an event to remember.πŸ’“ 
It was as though we were at a carnival.πŸŽͺπŸŽͺπŸŽͺ
I'm pretty sure everyone in our kingdom was SOAKED before dinner πŸ˜‰ 
We don't always have everyone together for every holiday.
In fact, it is rare. This dang virus has put a damper on everyone, everywhere.
With restrictions partially  lifted, we took advantage of some precious moments together.
Gifts, cards, and a few several hugs were exchanged.πŸ’˜
Our child #2 is here less than the others, due to living out of town. She didn't miss the opportunity to take back photos of her 2 favorite people πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚ to hang on her bathroom mirror! 
The end to a perfect day...........
Dessert
 And a view............
HAPPY FATHERS DAY 2020 

Friday, June 12, 2020

June 12, 2020 Loch Haven

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I've written before, but I'll write again:
I THINK THERE IS LIGHT AT THE END OF THIS TUNNEL!πŸ™Œ
It has been a celebratory week.
We are beginning to be able to see our family members AGAIN, as posted here:
NEVER
NEVER
NEVER
NEVER take life for granted! 
Our quick trip to Loch Haven was filled with sunny skies, and warm weather.
Social distancing was a cinch!
This kid LOVES this place!πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡
As does his dad!
Click on and enjoy the video πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡πŸ‘‡
Loch Haven Lake Is the perfect location for just about anything that our family enjoys. 
Quite honestly.........  
IT IS THE BEST KEPT SECRET IN THE ROANOKE VALLEY.😚

Monday, June 8, 2020

June 8, 2020 Wyatt and Chestnut Ridge Trail

Zippity Doo Dah🎡🎡!
The Chestnut Ridge Trail  never disappoints.
Within walking distance of our home, today we enjoyed the wide open spaces of nature.
 AND.... we had a little companion with us!πŸ’“
 
What boy doesn't love to climb trees?
Papa and his little buddy led the way, while I trailed behind.
Our little buddy was exceptionally inquisitive..... and easily entertained!
 We stopped a few times for berry identification!(Yummy)πŸ˜ƒ
Walking sticks were a 'must'.
Stopping for a photo shoot was also a 'must". HA
Today's adventure in this neck of the woods was our little buddy's first, but probably not the last, hiking extravaganza.
No tree trunks nor fallen limbs were left untouched.
The Roanoke Mountain Campground area was also a success for these grandparents!πŸ˜ƒπŸ˜ƒπŸ˜ƒ
Bring on summertime!

Saturday, June 6, 2020

June 6, 2020 HAPPY 50th to Us!

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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO US!
This is designated as the BIG ONE.
50 years!
W.E.  M.A.D.E.  I.T πŸ’₯πŸ’₯πŸ’₯
50 years ago, we said "I do."
We did........ and I'd do it again πŸ’˜
The anniversary flower for 50 is a yellow rose..........
Of course, we had those!
Included this week was a bucket load of fond memories!
Golden Anniversary..... as in chocolate wrapped in gold foil.
Five decades of laughing,
learning
loving
and living.
We prepared our favorite meal, and dined on the deck.
and for dessert........we really went all the way!πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚
Big time!
Cheers to many many many more years of wedded bliss.
You are my soul-mate, my best friend, my counselor, my everything.
Love never ends.
Love is sweet.
Love is patient, love is kind.
#STILLINLOVEπŸ’˜



Friday, June 5, 2020

June 5, 2020 FINALLY......... Time with our Grandson

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Well........ any grandparent that enjoys spending time with their grandchild/children certainly knows what this stay-at-home, isolation, distancing thing has done.
The restrictions have been lifted (somewhat).
Friday, June 5th was like celebrating Christmas!
It has been waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay toooooooooooooooo looooooooooong.
Our world stopped to give this child 200% of our attention.
Our hearts were singing, soaring, satisfied and sensational!
He kinda seemed happy to be here πŸ’“
Chalk drawings on the steps and driveway entertained this little lefty.
Oh, and those water balloons were the perfect entertainment!


Did I mention that we all were soaked by the end of the day? 😁
Our backyard is filled with lots to do.

It was time for a little rest, but actually he was just wondering what he would do next!
There is nothing like a grandchild to put a smile on your face, joy in your soul and love in your heart .   πŸ’“ LIFE IS BETTER WHEN YOU ARE LAUGHINGπŸ’“