The last two weeks have been busy for me. I turned 57 and my friends and family have spoiled me with fun greetings and celebrations. I am very blessed. As my friend Mildred says, "If I stink, it's because I'm so spoiled!".
Easter has come and gone. I always enjoy our Easter services at church. It's wonderful to see our little country church practically full. Thankfully my sister, Pam has Easter dinner at her house, so I only need to show up with the green bean casserole and some candy and cards for family. We always have a fun time together. This year we finally put an end to the 20-40 something grandkids having an Easter egg hunt, thank goodness for that. I actually looked at little Easter baskets that were on sale after the holiday for next year, but decided I had til the following Easter, at least, to be concerned about making up any little Easter baskets.
Our weather, as everyone knows, has been nuts. Sometimes it's hot and humid, then it's cold again. My flowers and budding trees don't know what to do. I would like to say that I've begun routine walks again, but haven't even been able to start doing that. It has been nice seeing the bluebirds tending to their nestbox. I'm hoping to find a wisteria plant or tree or vine in the coming weeks and plan to sow a bunch of flower seeds in some of my gardens.
We are progressing with some wedding plans for Christina and Joe's island wedding. Again, I am thankful to my friends because neither Christina nor I have a clue when it comes to such affairs.
The University of Kentucky made it through March Madness without winning the SEC Tournament or making it to the NCAA Tourney. We also managed to lose our first game in the lowly NIT Tournament. Angry, disappointed fans made a point to fill the social media and letters to the editors with their opinions of our team. I was just upset that we managed to give away home court advantage for our NIT game, thus making a difficult situation for our young team "down near impossible". I prayed for these young men that God would protect them and keep them safe with all the media hype and fan hysteria over our lackluster basketball season. Years ago, I learned the valuable lesson that Kentucky Basketball is just a game. God has given us sports to enjoy, use athletic abilities for His glory and learn valuable life lessons. And, yes, I did root for the Louisville Cardinals, both men and women. I was sorry to see UConn women beat UK's Women and then again when they beat UofL's women. They have a freshman player that looks pretty much unstoppable, but I thought that about Brittany Griner.
I must say the UK Football Blue and White game was awesome. Unlike so many of our home games this past season, the parking lot was full of tailgaters and cars. The stadium was practically full and rocking. Much different than that cold, drizzly Saturday when we capped off a painful home season with a loss to Vanderbilt. Looking forward to a new era of Kentucky Football with our new head coach, Mark Stoops, and his staff. Go Big Blue!! And as important as the turnout for the game, for me, I was able to visit with some special Henderson friends before and during the game.
Our Sunday School class is making our way slowly through our Beth Moore Bible study on Esther. It's amazing how much we can get out of such a seemingly short book of the Bible. Hopefully, we'll have a couple more join us for the summer break.
I hope you are enjoying this special season of renewal. The past couple days have been difficult for this country and the city of Boston. Deaths related to wars and terror attacks are all so sad. I pray for recoveries and peace for all concerned. You have a great day and stay safe. luv, Susan
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
