Storms

I meant to put pictures of the storm we had, but kept forgetting. God and all is awe! some.

Skate Park

We have a brand new, awesome skate park! I simply love watching the attempts, either great or small, of the people who use it. Today was the dedication and it was packed. Maybe that's why the ambulance was there twice today?

Hummingbirds, Harry Potter and Flowers

I never seem to have time, but finally I got to weed and tend my perennial garden. These are some of my flowers. It makes me smile to work with them, and look at them. Nuturing is good for the earth! and even better for us!





I, like most, went and got the Harry Potter book at midnight. It was bittersweet to finish it, I am amazed at the author's creativity.





So I finally took a break and did a few fun things. We have this incredible deck where hummingbirds hand out all the time, they don't care if you are eating dinner or talking with friends. I finally took a few pictures of our friends. At times one hummer seems to be the resident 'king' and chases the others away!

Pets....

So our children's friends have all started having pets, and training them, and sending out cute email pictures of them doing cute things. Our youngest son received a 'unique' pet, and he aptly named him 'Plant'. He has put a lot of effort into training plant, and couldn't leave Plant alone all July 4th week. Sooooooooooo Plant came to stay with us. Plant enjoyed brushing fronds with some of our 'older' and more mature plants, but did maintain a respectful relationship through out the whole week (at least when we were awake and watching). But the time came for all to return to their homes and jobs, but what?????? Plant's owner left in such a hurry, Plant was forgotten.....Nooooooooooo not forgotten, as the picture shows; here comes the owner in his jeep -hurrying to rescue Plant and carry him home.

Sun and Fish

After spending quality time on the beach, my sister and her husband flew back to NJ. Then the family that was still here (sorry Fitz and Jessica - next time!) went fishing. I recommend fishing - as long as you catch fish!!

Family Bridges

This has been a fantastic week, we walked the International Bridge with my sister and her husband (his wonderful idea), stood between the Soo Locks as boats went through in both directions, then relaxed on the porch at Mackinac Island. Now just time to kick back, laugh and talk, re-connect and remember. What a blessed life.