~ Moonlit Fun, Friends, Memories & Birthday Surprises ~ Love Is ...

On a dark & cloudy moon lit night ... & a full one at that! ... a journey of great love & fun began ...

come on along ...

It has been quite a time getting this trip together for some time. We tried one day to leave town & got 8 hours down the road to receive the call

Harold had to be at work the following day in NJ, so we had to beat feet back home.

Well, last Friday a week ago, the company said his project part was done.

When he hung up I said 'you've got 15 minutes to mow that lawn' ... he

goes out to mow & the tractor LOST A PART on the first sweep, oy! No

way is anything going to deter this, I vowed. He borrowed a tractor, mowed, I throw clothes in the suitcases ... and out this door we flew, let me tell you!

Yippy skippy ...

Now this was a challenge ... I called Willow's home

to get the exact address as I wasn't sure if I was

correct in my numbers. Dave answered the phone & I explained to him I was 'surprising' her.

Oy! Dave said 'she's not having a good day'. I

said 'just tell her to answer the front door'. Well, Willow came to the door & her startled look was

worth a thousand words.

We travelled around the entire world in such a

short time, solved genealogy topics & reno's ...

& could have talked the whole night thru.

They have done a lovely job on their home

construction projects.

Willow has truly accomplished even more with

her dramatic weight loss, she looks soooo great!

The 4 of us had a blast chatting away into the

mid-eve ... our allotted time was not enough .

with our charming friends.

If you haven't met my precious friend, visit her @ http://myirishcottagehome.blogspot.com

Our next surprise ...

John greeted me at the door. I told him I had a

delivery for 'a Mildred, is she available'. He said,

'she is resting'. I asked if he could let her know

there is a 'delivery for her'. He was puzzled for

sure & it was so cute watching him look at me

with my gift basket & Harold taking pictures.

Mildred made her way to the door, took one look

& THREW HERSELF into my arms. Whew! Then

came the tears of joy, & news they received a few

minutes before we arrived re John's medical

issues ... tears well for me.

Eventually, Mildred got her composure & we

joined them inside of their beautiful home.

The wall art, her treasures & serenity of her

land are so soothing & enjoyable. We are

enjoying her outdoor porch & swing ... the birds twitting, the breeze & rain so fresh scented ...

Constant non-stop chattering was so enjoyed

with them both ... we could have spent days of

contented moments with them, but that

schedule kept us tight on time.

John, Mildred & Harriet ... oh, my ... precious moments with

dynamite friends forever.

Please pray for them both as John travels this medical

journey.

Thank you for a treasured birthday & wedding anniversary

to remember forever, sweet friends.

No photos, pul-eez! Chuckle!

Somebody 'lovely' was sure surprised to find

me at her front door ...

Lynn is just the most precious friend. We share

so much together, no topic of world affairs or private living is forbidden. It is always a non-

stop chattering & lots of love.

This is Lynn's 18 mn. old cat ... what a chunker

but oh, so pretty.

Lynn's beautiful home sits gracefully on a lovely

piece of ground ... she keeps everything so well

groomed.

Isn't she beautiful?

She is one exquisite crocheting gal ... I wish I

had taken photos of her breathtaking crosses.

You may view her beautiful creations in her

etsy shop ~ Lynn's Lovelies

... and ...

Lynn's lovely blog ~ http://lynnslovelies.blogspot.com/

Greeting us in Lynn's front garden was this gorgeous rose ...

you know me & roses, out comes the camera!

Lynn then brought down some sweet hats & a neck scarf she hand crocheted for Angel Dawn who is a very sick little girl.

Angel Dawn will be thrilled. What a sweet gift of her to give

from her generous heart. You may read about this sweet child @Nezzy's cowpattysurprise.blogspot.com.

Kerrie is a very precious friend that we visited.

She was so excited to see us, the squeals, joy &

delight of our togetherness was infectious, echoing throughout the house. We are so very

blessed to have them both in our lives & we got

to meet their wonderful daughter Barbara.

Pop over & visit sweet Kerrie @ http://kerrieskorner.blogspot.com/

I do believe occasionally we each inhaled ...

chuckle! Yup! It was that non-stop breathless

chatting.

Marydon, Kerrie & Bill. It was like high school

giggles & moments ... that will be held closely
in our hearts forever.

Bill is an expert wood carver & creator of

fabulous items. I was so fascinated at how on

earth he does such intricate works.

Kerrie is one fabulous artist, her works are over

the moon gorgeous & she needs to share them

more for you all to see ...

This is the view of Kerrie & Bill's backyard from

her office. It is awesome ... her wildlife photos

are all taken in her yard ... lucky her!

Harold & Bill had a wonderful time chatting

but couldn't get many words in edgewise with

Kerrie & me ... she gave us a wonderful tour of

their lovely home & treasures.

Please keep Kerrie & Bill in your prayers as they travel his journey with cancer.

Alyssa's 4th birthday ... she was soooo excited & had a hard time waiting for that cake to get cut!

We adore our precious kid-ling ...

Surprise birthday celebration ... Vivienne & I have birthdays on the same day, our dumpling Ansel presented the cake.

It was truly a 'gotcha'!

All my love to everyone for one emotional & blessed week of love & joys ... with our beautiful friends & family. You all hold a special place in our hearts.

I so appreciate your loyal love ...

Join our lovely LOVE IS... ladies ~

Sherry @ http://countrywingsinphoenix.blogspot.com/

Anne @ http://annesphamily.blogspot.com/

Nea @ http://neabear.blogspot.com