Plans do change. I have had to learn to be flexible and to do my best...to do my duty...to stay calm...when plans change. Changing Plans Without Getting Grumpy 101 is a class I sometimes fail. This past week-end was NO exception. I had hoped to participate in some of the activities centered around the OUT OF DOORS SYMPHONY IN THE FLINT HILLS.
I've been in Home Haven for 4 years and haven't attended the SYMPHONY yet. The tickets go sooooo quickly. This year 7500 tickets SOLD OUT.
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| Actor Peter Coyote narrated |
The small communities in the area where the Symphony is held have various activities planned especially for the day.
The old Hotel in Alma is being renovated and was open to the public to see what's been accomplished. She's not done yet. Enjoyed seeing their progress. This is one of the activities I wanted to do. Also see the buffaloes and attend Preaching On The Prairie.
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| Built in late 1880s and known as the Brandt Hotel. |
Toured the Alma Hotel!!!
I was too shy to say "HOWDY GOV'NOR!"
We had a piece of pie with iced tea and cooled off. There's no better Strawberry Pie than Deb's. My Sweetheart had a slice of sugar-free apple. Tasted it and it was great. (UPDATE on him being Diabetic...he is doing super great at watching what he eats and drinks. His blood sugar readings are awesome! A BIG PAT ON THE BACK AWARD.)
Changed our mind and didn't tour the Buffalo Ranch. Weather was a bit hot and truly didn't want to spend money on tickets this go round. Also wanted to attend PREACHING ON THE PRAIRIE for Sunday Services, but by Sunday morning it was raining so we stayed HOME.
Preaching On The Prairie was to have actual ministers ride in on horseback and carriages just like what would have been done in the 1880's. I would have loved to be a part of this. It rained and I wasn't PIONEER 'nuff...Whaaaaah. Hope they do it again. Haven't heard how it went.
MONDAY. Took Lil Miss to the Public Library to see 'Kung Fu Panda'. A 90 minute animation. Very action packed. Popcorn served. Afterwards we picked up a HAPPY MEAL from Mc Donald's with a Kung Fu Panda Toy in it. What's the chances of this happening?
Onto Manhattan to pick up some Father's Day Cards and gifts. Stopped by The Christian Books and Gift Store to purchase a BOX of Greeting Cards. I like these cause they're nice cards usually with scripture printed on them at a great boxed price. Tip: a way to save some $$$ on greeting cards. There's usually 12 cards in the box priced at about $5.
Stopped by Walmarts to look for some YIRUMA Music for Father's Day. Left with some BEACH BOY Music. For you young ones, the Beach Boys could HARMONIZE like nobody's business. I listened to 'Good Vibrations' and 'Help Me Rhonda' while letting the car cool off before putting Lil Miss in her car seat. She ate Cheddar Cheese Pringels in the front seat and cooled off.
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| YIRUMA |
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| BEACH BOYS |
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| Cheddar Cheese Pringles on a hot day |
Visited TUESDAY MORNING on a Monday. Took my time going up and down the aisles. Saw this cardboard house displayed to decorate with markers. There was a cup full of markers! Uh huh. Hopefully sale some houses. It worked. I bought one. COLOR ME PLAYHOUSE is now set up in the Family Room. We'll be coloring her real purdee and spending some time here to stay out of the SUMMER HEAT.
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| $20 worth of Summer Fun Color Me Playhouse |
Onto the Coffee Shoppe to have a cold one. Got ReFrEsHed and met up with Lil Miss's momma. Switched cars. Daughter took her daughter swimming and I had time alone with my Huny. We had sandwiches in the car...a big no-no according to many. Not suppose to eat in the car, but we doooooooo.
Stopped by to see Lil Miss swimming in the Youth Pool. Waved hello and bye bye. Went HOME. Sat. Relaxed. Watched a little tele. Slept well.
Had a great day with Lil Miss. She touched my heart when she said to me, "Grandma, can I tell you something?"
"Yes, you can."
"Grandma, Thank you for watching me today."
I said, "You're welcome."
Mercy sakes...I teared up.
~Deanna~
9 comments:
It was fun meeting you for coffee. Especially when little miss squelled and ran my direction! REFRESHING... Love you tons Marmie!
Beautiful post. I miss seeing my grans. This made me tear up but in a good way. Big hugs.
My, what a lot to do! It all sounds so much more fun than priming walls! That playhouse is so cute. ♥♫
Didn't know about hubby's diabetes. I am not doing as well sticking to my diet as I did at first hope he is doing better. Some great photos here. Love outdoor concerts. Great photos on your previous post of the glam girls. blessings to you and yours.
QMM
Hi Deanna,
You have been busy and enjoyed hearing what you have been up to.
I would be happy listening to the Beach boys too, the music is great.
The little playhouse is cute and what a lovely thing to be able to colour it to your liking.
Also loved the glam looks of your Girls in the previous post.
Happy rest of the week
Hugs
Carolyn
Deanna...you are such a neat person...I think you come up with the best ideas for entertainment!
Sorry that some of this didn't work out for you this time around. Maybe it will happen someday!
That is a neat little playhouse! I'll bet your little miss will love it!
Love, Linda
Wow, you have been busy, haven't you? How nice to spend time with your granddaughter.
~Mrs. Q
Would like to have participated at Preaching on the Prairie, that would have been nice. but nothing is better than sitting in a booth having pie and iced tea with my sweet Dd!
It was a great weekend, and I love the symphony pictures. I remember hearing that the 7500 tickets were gone in 50 minutes after going on sale. We will have to be quick. ;)
Can see how the symphony sold out - so many people there. Sorry you missed out on tickets Deanna.
Someone took the photos though?
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