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One day late. :)

My son A has this friend K who he has known since 1st grade when they were in the same class. They were in the same class again in 2nd grade but K left the school after that. We continue to stay in touch and A gets invitations to K's birthday parties. I'm thankful for enduring friendships.Pin It

Memories photo board

I saw this idea at Ben Franklin in Redmond, oh about a month or two ago! I finally completed this simple project.

Materials needed:
- board - this was $17 at Ben Franklin, yes a little pricey but it was so convenient to have it already painted and just the right size.
- clothespins (I found ones that were already painted white but you could paint your own)
- jute/rope
- duct tape
- vinyl word/phrase - this was $3.99 at Ben Franklin. The vendor is Decorating Your Life. Ben Franklin carries lots of phrases and words at the Redmond store and also the store in Monroe.

Instructions:

1. carefully stick the vinyl word on the board (instructions are on the back of the package)
2. wrap the jute around the board. Use duct tape to hold it on.
3. put the clothespins on.
4. put your photos/postcards/tickets on the board and admire.Pin It

A St. Patrick's Day snack

I pulled together this green snack in honour of St. Patrick's Day at the last minute.

Ingredients:
- green apple
- kiwi
- green grapes

You could also use honeydew melon, green pears, or anything else you come up with.

If you make this, be aware that the kiwis shouldn't be ripe. Mine kept falling off the sticks.Pin It

One Thousand Gifts #298 to 307

298. Cheery mini daffodils that I received, along with a meal from a dear lady from church.

299. Washing my hair again. After my surgery and before my stitches were taken out, I was instructed to keep soap/shampoo away from my incision. This made washing my hair really hard! I would hold a towel over my neck and try to keep the water from running down my neck. Also, turning my neck was hard. I only attempted it twice. Once those stitches were out, I was so happy to wash my hair again.

300. Meal planning again.

301. Nothing like mentioning the word cancer on Facebook to get old friends to call you. :) Hi Carrie!

302. The Bible miniseries on the History channel.
It may not be perfect but I'm so glad that shows like it are being made.

303. Crocuses in my messy yard.

304. The public library which supplied me with ample videos, audiobooks, and regular books to keep me company while I recovered from thyroid surgery.

305. My friend Sally arrived in town from PA. She will be here until June, I think.

306. Showered with so many blessings - meals, transportation, child care, prayer, and phone calls from friends during my surgery and recovery. This particular meal was incredible! Look at all the accompaniments! Pulled pork was the main dish.

307. I'm excited that gardening season is almost here. I hope to plant some peas this week.Pin It

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Presidents Parade - a tradition for the 2nd Graders at school.

My little guy was assigned to be John F Kennedy. In this photo he is reciting his facts about the president. He happily wore the suit jacket I found at Goodwill, the white dress shirt, and the tie. He's also wearing a paper campaign button we made at home using an image of an actual Kennedy campaign button. I wanted him to stand out from all the boys in dark suits.

The girl next to him is "Jackie." Note the pillbox hat. :)Pin It

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From Monday night's Blue and Gold Banquet. 

C's advancement in cub scouts from wolves to bears.

J is one of the leaders.

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