Happy Day to All

What a special treat to have your home filled with people you love. That's what family parties are about and so it was for us. Jim and I had a great day. We loved it that most of the family could make it, and look forward to visits from those who could not. The food turned out surprisingly good since we used the local market and didn't really know what to expect. Everything was fresh and tasty and reasonably priced. As usual, we bought twice as much food as we needed.

Besides opportunity to touch bases with each family member on some level, we started a neat (albeit difficult) jigsaw puzzle. It will be a work in progress for some time to come. Looking back on the day, our new house helped us accomplish exactly what we both hoped for when we made the decision to buy this place - the great open space allowed everyone to feel included in whatever was going on, but still permitting conversation on a one-to-one level.

A few of the pictures turned out well - here's one of Terry taking pictures (what's a party without Terry or Marc with their cameras). And another of Kathy, Debbi, Maryann and Mike.










I wish I had taken a picture of that yummy dessert that Bev made! Wow! there was one little piece left which I ate after everyone had gone home. Thanks, Bev!

I hope Kathy is feeling better - that bronchial cough sounded really bad.

Yesterday we went to the 'mainland' and bought a half barrel and potting soil for Jim's dwarf meyer lemon (which he loves!). We'll probably plant it today. Last night it got too cold and windy so we went inside and registered Jim's Starbucks card (doncha just love special days where you get presents :>)! He is going to love having a special treat (new favorite - banana creme frappacino- delicious).

Marc and gang are off to Disneyland. They left early Sunday - a long drive with four excited kids. This is their kids first visit to Disneyland so there was a lot of excitement in their house.

Jen had her first week on her new job and is excited to be working at her avocation. How neat is it when your hobby earns your living!

Today our last ceiling fan is to be installed. While it's chilly today, we'll appreciate it during the roasting days of July and August.

Lots to do today . . . time to get started.

Love to all,
Corrie and Jim
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