Happenings since last post

Cruise from Brooklyn to Quebec City with Alison was fantastic on the Queen Mary 2. Ports included Bar Harboor Maine, Cornerbrook, Sept Ile and Quebec City, Canada.
Went to England in June to Bakewell with all the family for Dick and the boys' service. Visited with relatives, went on a canal boat trip, toured Abbeys and Castles with Alison and Austin.
Went to Carmel.

Refresh & Renew

I am content with my life now. I have the love of my family, friends. My Church family is wonderful. Two weeks ago, I went to the Women's Retreat at the Mercy Center in Auburn. It was wonderfully refreshing. Three weeks ago, went to Bob & Kitty's to look at real estate with John. After coming back and talking to Alison and Sloane, decided not to move. This is our home and I am happy with it. Alison is coming home this week for Easter. We will visit Mom/Grams, go to Church and have Brunch on Easter Sunday. Relaxing now with the animals in the craft room. I feel that I have a renewed sense of purpose. Especially with my journaling projects. Travel is part of my future. I am grateful for my life's journey with Dick. I learned so much. He came to me in my dream last night. I am in awe of him, his work ethic and the life we made together. Feeling love and peace.

San Jose, Mom's house...

Today is Billie's Memorial at St. Christopher's church with a gathering to follow at Billie's house. It will be nice to be with family. I loved Billie so much, she was always so warm, welcoming, loving and fun. I am sitting in the living room, at Mom's, with a blanket so warm and cozy. It rained in the middle of the night. Sheila is off to Utah for Indian flute training. She will be back on Thursday. Alison and Austin are in Nashville this weekend with Emily and Lincoln, who will also visit them until Thursday. I so appreciate the house that I grew up in and the location of it. So many memories. Christmas, family, happy times. Now the space is so functional for Mom and to accommodate her caregivers and us visiting. She is doing well at 90. Forgets sometimes. I am so relieved that she is here in her home and not in assisted living. Tomorrow, I will drive back to my house. Continuing my journey to explore life's purpose in peace and loving harmony with the universe for the good of all concerned.

Holidays 2018

Enjoying a nice Holiday with Alison and Austin at their new, lovely home in Senoia, GA. It is so peaceful here. Their house is located on an acre of land, I feel like I am in the country, yet so close to civilization. Peachtree City is close by and has all the conveniences necessary. It is so cozy and comfortable, 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, a nice cottage feel to it. The kitchen is gourmet and so easy to navigate around. The detached garage makes a great work shop. Alison and Austin 2018, they complete each other surrounded by a loving indoor and outdoor space, the place that they call home. So proud of them, I am looking forward to spending my Holidays here with them.

Christmas 2018

Spending Christmas and the Holidays with Alison and Austin at their new home in Senoia, GA. It is wonderful here, magical even. I am grateful and happy that she is doing so well. The house is beautifully trimmed, weather great, animals, Lily and Jefferson happy and healthy. Alison and Austin made a fantastic Christmas breakfast and dinner. Rob joined us as did Austin's parents, Chip and Cheri and his brother, Grant. Also got to meet Memaw and Granddaddy last weekend. Feeling warm and positive looking ahead. Happy Holidays 2018!

November 14, 2018, Kauai

At the Kauai Beach Club since last Saturday. By myself for the first time ever. Alone but not lonely. Walking, reading, writing, etc. I do not have a car. Staying here on property. On Friday, Alison, Austin & Dylan will be here with a car. Eat breakfast in the villa. Mainly toast, oatmeal & pineapple juice. Had a couple of meals at Dukes. First time Cesar salad and glass of wine, fruit fly in wine, no charge. Next meal hummus dish, never again and 2 glasses of wine. I met a couple, Darlene and Pete from Vancouver, BC. They invited me to join them and share their Hula pie. Lovely people. They even paid my bill. They are staying at the Sheraton in Poipu. Best meal of all, happy hour at Kukui's, fish tacos, hit the spot. That will be my go to spot for the rest of this week. Shopping done at Lamont's on property, no need to go to ABC for anything. This week, they have been ditch digging, landscaping to remove plants, improve view and put in sod. They should be done by Saturday. I am happy with the remodeled villa and location, very comfortable. I am connected to streaming video on my laptop, check stuff online. Electronically all set, thank you, Dick. Will donate to Camp Fire in Butte County, California, via Salvation Army, channeling my beloved. Butte Strong, they will rebuild. Such a tragic loss of at least 50 lives. Proud of my family for stepping up big time to help out and keep us all informed.

Charles Richard my love, my hero

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