Things have been so busy at work that I haven't had a chance to say anything about my wonderful weekend.

Here is what I discovered that you get with a 22 month old

• Lots of hugs



• Lots of kisses



• Lots of giggles



• Lots of energy



• A few tantrums



• Lots of snuggles during the night



• Lots of chatter



• Lots of toe and tummy kisses



• Lots and lots of love

It was a wonderful weekend. I am so greatful for the time I got to spend with her. She is so much fun. We spent lots of time in the yard. She would ride her bug scooter all over the place. We blew bubbles, we talked and she ran all over the place. But for all the fun we had she was so happy to see her mommy and daddy when they got there. I have to admit that house was really quiet after she left. Bosco was one tired puppy. He's not used to trying to keep up with a little girl with lots of energy.

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(Thank you to Artsy Etc. for the above photo..She has offered it to anyone who would like to display it on there blog)

This is my sweet grandbaby at Easter. She is getting so big. I think she had a good Easter.

I have to admit that I'm glad that the Easter candy is almost gone. It has definitely not helped with my diet.

At least the weather is back to normal. It's been beautiful here the last few days. That put me on the quest for summer shoes. My company has a dress code so they frown on flip flops and too casual of sandals. I keep looking but can't seem to find anything.

Guess I'd better get back to work.

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Here I am snug at home reviewing the wonderful Easter I have had.

I am so blessed with my wonderful children. They are fun people that I would enjoy being with even if we weren't related. I am so proud of the way they have turned out. I am also fortunate that they have married wonderful people who make them very happy.

Easter was a full house for Missy. Just the way she likes it. Serif got to have her first Easter egg hunt. Last year she was too little but this year it didn't take long for her to catch on. She walked away with a nice basket full of eggs. The Easter bunny even brought me a dark chocolate bunny. I'm going to so enjoy him. I don't see the ears lasting past tomorrow night.

The day was very relaxing and the food was delicious. Terry grilled fajita meat and everyone else brought things to eat. We all ate way too much.

I started that last night but never got around to finishing it. So here it goes.

I have to say that the whole weekend was perfect. Missy and I got to spend the day together on Friday. It was a total girls day out. We got our hair cut, did a little shopping, had a great lunch and then got the grocery shopping done. It was a wonderful way to start the weekend off.

Then I got to babysit while the kids went out. Serif and I had so much fun. We played with lots of stickers. She likes to get stickers and then peel them off. She knows where I keep them so she just keeps taking me over there for more. I can't say no so I just buy more. That's the easiest way to handle it. We also read some books and colored. She had just fallen asleep in my arms when mommy and daddy came to pick her up.

Saturday was egg coloring. After dropping off some food at the church for the funeral I headed over to Missy's. I cannot believe how cold and yucky it was. We had sleet and snow. That's just unheard of here in Ausitn. So much for cute Easter outfits. It was time for jeans and sweaters.

So you can see that it was a big weekend for me. I loved every minute of it. Hopefully Missy will give me some pictures to post on my blog. Tonight I am going to go home and spend some time with Bosco. Poor baby didn't get much attention this weekend.

I hope that everyone had a great Easter and that all the girl's tattoos are healing nicely.

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Yesterday one my acquaintances lost her husband. He died of injuries from an automobile accident. I don't know the particulars but it really doesn't matter. He is gone and she is alone. This brings up so many feelings and memories for me. I found myself back at that hospital bed holding Patrick's hand. My heart aches for her and her family. Unfortunately, all I can do right now is pray for her.

If I have learned anything in the last 10 years it is that nothing is guaranteed. You never know how long you will be with those you love. Life is short. I know that I try to cherish every minute I have with my family. I try to make those memories that will help them when I am no longer here. Be it a smell or a word. Something that will help them to remember the good times and the love we have. I want my children and grandchildren to know and remember how precious they are to me and how much I love them. I want them to know that even though I am not there to touch and hold them, I am still there with them.

How ironic that this should happen during Holy Week. A time of year that everyone is concentrating on death and the resurrection after death. Take a minute and look at those around you that are so dear to you. Don’t take them for granted. Know that each moment with them is precious and something to cherish. Don’t let those petty arguments get out of hand and cause you to miss out on time that you can never get back. Don’t miss the opportunity to tell them that you love them. Go ahead and give them that extra hug or kiss. Let them know how much you love them. You won’t regret it.

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