tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-41088331480921635322024-03-21T18:37:26.460-07:00Grace in MarDoLife is a journey with many twists and turns. In a given day I may not be able to see what's around the corner but thankfully I serve a God who calls me by name and promises to never leave me.Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.comBlogger74125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-86896487963277990172013-01-06T05:06:00.001-08:002013-01-06T05:06:46.290-08:00Saturday's resultsFor the past several months I've been preparing for yesterday. Practicing moves, transitions, and focusing on having fun. Dressage has many elements as well as riding a horse. You have the horse who is new at being off the farm and doesn't see any of her familiar horses, you have the test you have to learn with individual moves and transitions you are being judged on, plus the most important, breathing and focused on relaxing (horses can feel everything). I would say it was a successful day.<br />
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1. Shiloh got use to the new surroundings<br />
2. I had a great time<br />
3. We placed in each class, 1st, 2nd and 3rd!<br />
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<br />Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-54509595806518693422013-01-05T05:33:00.000-08:002013-01-05T05:33:25.979-08:00Dressage Today<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Shiloh and I begin a new journey today. This will be her first show ever and my first return to the show ring since my cancer in 2009. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I awoke this morning early with excitement and anticipation. Dressage is "the art of riding and training a horse in a manner that develops obedience, flexibility, and balance." Many say it's ballet on horseback. I can tell you we are far from looking like that but it sure is fun working at it! Wish me luck!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br /></span>Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-56296305781894353732013-01-02T03:50:00.001-08:002013-01-02T03:50:34.880-08:00Bringing in 2013Marshall and I brought the new year in with some of our "oldest" and dearest friends, Ted and Teresa Sawyer from Raleigh! Years ago when they moved to Raleigh from Gboro we began the tradition of driving to Raleigh to celebrate with them. Over the years we've made many transitions from nights together to just visiting sometime around New Years. This year was different, they came to stay at Mardo and Marshall made plans for us to venture downtown and celebrate with 30 people we didn't know. It was by far the most fun we have ever had on a NYr's Eve. Here are some pictures to show.<br />
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What will next year hold? The bar has been set!Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-88288515323814977222012-11-14T02:56:00.000-08:002012-11-14T03:05:15.428-08:00Thankful Day 4<br />
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<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Marshall home</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Next week</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">No SAD</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Job</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Shiloh</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Beauty</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Contentment</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Life</span></li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Discipline</span></li>
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Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-53539383014877058472012-11-10T06:19:00.001-08:002012-11-10T06:19:08.584-08:00Thankful Day 3<br />
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<li>Marshall made it safely to Las Vegas</li>
<li>Friends to eat dinner with</li>
<li>Laughter</li>
<li>Quiet</li>
<li>Seeing deer run with their white tails showing up the hill in the woods</li>
<li>Sleeping to 7:30am</li>
<li>Animals to keep me company</li>
<li>Sun beaming through the windows</li>
<li>Girls to visit and shop with</li>
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It's not that I live for the weekend but boy do I enjoy the anticipation of Thursday and Friday being just around the corner. Today we celebrate Veteran's Day with a big production including breakfast and a program for local veterans. They come in droves and many make it an annual event. After the festivities die down, the staff are allowed to leave for the weekend. This should be around noonish. For this I am thankful!Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-57481681774713020492012-11-08T02:51:00.000-08:002012-11-08T02:51:18.846-08:00Thankful Day 1<br />
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Two weeks from today will be Thanksgiving. I've decided to spend the next 2 weeks writing each day about a place of thanksgiving. Day 1: as I awakened this morning I am thankful that routine and order have been restored to me in my eating.Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-18615785923715152702012-11-07T17:42:00.000-08:002012-11-07T17:42:11.788-08:00Crossroads<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">For several days, really weeks, I've been thinking and contemplating about my situation. My weight, my health, and my failures. It's not a fun place to be when all you can remember is the many times you have attempted something and failed. In fact this is not really a place I like to visit or ever suggest anyone goes. Yet, it's where I've been and it seemed to lead me to a crossroad. I received an email from a dear friend who had read my post <a href="http://graceinmardo.blogspot.com/2012/10/move.html">"Move"</a>, she spoke truth and hope to me, her words:</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #222222;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">"I remember when I could not move for pleasure. Taking a walk was prohibited because of pain. I also remember the September day in 2005 when I took my first walk in probably 5 or 6 years. I felt as though I was flying. I felt giddy, feather lite (far from it!) and FREE! Move as you feel the need to move today. Move because you can. Move for someone who cannot. The Holy Spirit in you has given you a simple suggestion. A doable one with many empowering choices. Seize the one that appeals most to you and do it with joy-because you CAN. As I look at people 25 years my Senior, I realize that my time of free moving is waning. Carpe Diem."</span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">This week I came to a place of peace, decision, and action. My tried and true, Weight Watchers was going to be my friend again. I decided I wasn't going down that road that leads to death but the one leading to life, change, and hope. Lunchtime yesterday I walked in the doors, armed with humility, fear, and weakness. I left with cautious anticipation. My journey begins one step at at time because I can.</span><br />
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Each day brings a new hope. We can count on the sun to rise and set each day. Today is a new day for my journey. Faith and anticipation are hiding in the crevices of each step I take. He calls us to move, to hope when we can't see what lies ahead, and to believe His promises. Some days it's easier than others.Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-67049880570640314752012-10-30T01:59:00.002-07:002012-10-30T01:59:31.144-07:00Dad<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Thirty-two years ago today my father chose to end his life. His life and death changed me. </div>
Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-45279985296029175012012-10-30T01:42:00.001-07:002012-10-30T02:09:59.989-07:00Move<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">I'm not sure when it came to me but I began to get the visual image of the word move; I began to think about it. God was encouraging me to begin doing just that. As I pondered this word I began looking for opportunities to move and focus on its benefits. </span>Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-73492813664708915032012-10-29T03:38:00.000-07:002012-10-29T03:38:45.989-07:00Resolve<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;">I'm a little embarrassed to write about this but truly this resolve is where Grace in Mardo begins. Many who know me have heard me lament about my weight. But in the past years I have lamented less out- loud and lived with it more internally and alone. I've gotten to a certain point where I've given up. "I will just be overweight" and try being satisfied where I am. Honestly, I don't like saying those words; deep down I don't really believe it, yet.... why can't I either "just do it", or be happy and content where I am. That is the big question I am asking myself and want to begin journaling about on my blog.</span><br />
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<br />Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-19720840785347933542012-10-01T05:24:00.002-07:002012-10-01T05:24:48.853-07:00DeathI know this is a dismal post but isn't it all around us?<br />
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In June we hosted our 2nd annual MarDo Stay-cation which includes having our family at our house (MarDo) for the weekend. We basically play, eat, fellowship and just be. Several days before the weekend a former Caldwell student Justin Sharp, and good friend and classmate of the girls, took his life. Saturday of our Stay-cation was spent traveling to his funeral. It was a sad day.<br />
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Friday, September 28 we all safely arrived at Topsail Beach for a family beach trip. Saturday morning I'm checking my email and discovered our friend Keith Pruitt from Asheville took his life on Thursday night. His wife was a mentor for our girls when they lived in Gboro, and our fondness for them has remained over many years. The impact of his death is great.<br />
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32 years ago on October 30, my dad took his life. I will never forget the day nor the emotions that followed. Death is so final. It leaves a wake and a lifetime of questions for the survivors.<br />
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My thoughts go out to my friend Chris and her children as they bury their husband and father today. This side of heaven we don't know or can fathom the pain that drives a person to this act. We want to understand yet we most likely won't. It becomes a mark in our life.<br />
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I do know from my own walk that God will use this event, this loss for his glory. May God meet my friends during this sad and dark time. May their be glimmers of light and hope around the corner.Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-57298480575158217402012-09-22T19:01:00.001-07:002012-09-22T19:01:39.456-07:00The Finished Product<br />
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<br />Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-3128147003115219362012-08-18T04:53:00.000-07:002012-08-18T04:53:29.687-07:00Almost thereWhat a week. I've started several posts but yet to finish any. I'm now sitting at our friend's house sipping coffee. Our floors are having their final coat and baseboards added this morning; we will be camping out in G'boro for the weekend.<br />
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Being back at work has had it's challenges with also the role of GC but some how I have made it. Let me recap the progress in the kitchen<br />
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<li>Monday we returned to the house after a week away for the floors to cure</li>
<li>Monday, Joe the cabinet guy, worked all week adding the special touches to the kitchen</li>
<li>Wednesday, the electricians came to hang the pendant light, under-counter lighting, receptacles and the drums for the recessed lights</li>
<li>Thursday, the granite and sink were placed (I touched up pencil marks which were on the walls)</li>
<li>Friday, Richard my handy man and his daughter, installed the dishwasher, disposal, faucet and ice maker line. Joe finished framing the pass through and hanging the floating shelves.</li>
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A lot was accomplished! But here are a few shots from Thursday. I think I like it!</div>
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I peeked through our bedroom doors yesterday to catch a glimpse of the hardwood floors. They looked very, very nice with their second coat of stain. By Monday we will back at home and I'm sure walking "gently" on the new floors. It reminds me of a brand new car and waiting for the first "ding". I am in the market for a new rug for the living room and hall.</div>
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Ever been to Capel Mill rug outlet in Troy, NC? Yesterday I felt a field trip was in order. I drove down after lunch with Ginna. It was a good 1hour20min and in the middle of nowhere. When I drove up I thought they were closed but thankfully I was wrong. I spent about an hour looking at rugs. Quickly I realized I hadn't done enough research on what I wanted and the size I needed. The choices were plentiful and prices too.<br />
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I'm glad I went even though it was a long trip. I'm now looking at what's closer to home and checking out my favorite blogs for ideas. It's a big decision. I'm actually thinking of something light and natural like a jute type rug. Whatcha think?<br />
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Tuesday morning we packed up our belongings, moved the temporary furniture out of the living room and set up Zuzu's new living quarters, in preparation for the next steps on the floors and our move to the city.<br />
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Of course three years ago we lived in the city so it's not like Greensboro is new to us since we both grew up here. But you forget how convenient everything is and the choices. I've already had two walks with my sister who lives about a mile away and Petals (yes, we brought her with us) is loving this. But, each day I take her back home to be with Zuzu. It's quite a trek out there!<br />
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For this time away from home we are very thankful for the blessings of friends and the chance to live in the city but we still like calling the country home!Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-54925624743972248162012-08-06T05:51:00.001-07:002012-08-06T05:51:15.526-07:00Monday Checkup<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have decided to begin a regular Monday Blog. I'm kinda copying my <a href="http://myprettypennies.com/2012/08/06/weekly-money-check-up-86/">daughter's blog</a> idea with regular questions I complete. Let's see how it goes!<br />
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1. I accomplished last week:<br />
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<li>Petals got a haircut and was groomed at PetSmart</li>
<li>Started painting the outside of the house</li>
<li>Shiloh crossed the water, rather jumped it, but got over it</li>
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2. Goal(s) for the week:<br />
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<li>Buy more porch paint</li>
<li>Locate shutters I want to build for house</li>
<li>Move to friends house while floors being stained</li>
<li>Work at Caldwell 2 days</li>
<li>Celebrate sister's birthday</li>
<li>Ride Shiloh each day</li>
<li>Take Petals for a walk each day</li>
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3. Challenges for the week: Marshall and I living in someone else's home while the animals stay outside in Oak Ridge<br />
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4. Something you may not know about.... me, I love riding dressage but we(Shiloh and me) look nothing like the Olympics!<br />
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Needless to say, I'm not sure now was the time to start but .... we did. Trying to match up the paint was a challenge so I took a sample but found something at Sherwin Williams that I liked better. It's different though, which means it looks different and will "force" us to finish the exterior in one year rather than 4yrs like the previous owner. I decided to paint the red trim a gray white which will open up the look too. I have plans to make shutters from a design that looks fairly simple.<br />
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I hope I'm not making anyone feel anxious as I describe this mammoth task, for now we will take one brush stroke at a time. Thankfully, Marshall agreed to help. Here are a few pictures of the color.<br />
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I think the change will make everything look crisp and new looking. It has a dark gray/green tint to it. I will keep you posted. If anybody loves to paint I'm sure I will have lots of opportunities to share the love!</div>Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-40322891404138794792012-08-02T05:42:00.001-07:002012-08-02T05:42:43.524-07:00Kitchen ProgressIt's been quiet around the house since Sunday but today the activity and progress picks up! My cabinets were suppose to arrive yesterday but they were delayed; they will be here around 10am this morning. When I decided to be the "GC" of this project one of the things I was keenly aware of was how things don't go as you think they will.... so..... expect hiccups! Thankfully, I have tried to act professionally even though inside I feel disappointed. In this line of work when one thing is delayed it means moving something else and they (electrician, flooring etc) are use to this.<br />
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I can't wait to see the cabinets but I have to remember the granite won't be in until Aug 16. So for now we will continue to live like this:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Note the refrig and stove have inhabited the porch. Thankfully, the refrig is plugged in. This week we have moved some temporary furniture in the living room until next week when the floors are stained. We've enjoyed watching the Olympics!</td></tr>
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<br />Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-34921337054701356502012-08-01T20:01:00.000-07:002012-08-02T03:57:21.678-07:00Shiloh and Water<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUVFfMZM9aldWzjDNJcaleYqVo1QkGrfe6cZ41jSvN3WC9oJB_O1Dig8o1IDHJBl0D2YmBbfVNG7n2Ha5nfjk3gsmKPDan4Lrmm277y3QMGtXoidAp76GKZcq-ou69Z_TFje-9xZmj4SI/s1600/Joyfield+Farm+Horse+Camp+-+June+2012+160.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUVFfMZM9aldWzjDNJcaleYqVo1QkGrfe6cZ41jSvN3WC9oJB_O1Dig8o1IDHJBl0D2YmBbfVNG7n2Ha5nfjk3gsmKPDan4Lrmm277y3QMGtXoidAp76GKZcq-ou69Z_TFje-9xZmj4SI/s400/Joyfield+Farm+Horse+Camp+-+June+2012+160.jpg" width="266" /></a><br />
I have thoroughly enjoyed Shiloh this summer. I bought her at the end of the school year and we have been having fun getting to know each other.<br />
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Shiloh is not a fan of crossing water. She doesn't have much experience on a daily basis so I've been trying to coax without too much fuss. To me it seems so simple- just walk in it, it will feel good, you can even have a sip. But no. I'm afraid to her she sees a monster that will rise up from the depths. Regardless this was my goal.<br />
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There is a small creek that we have been practicing on but every time we get to it she stops and won't budge. Today I tried taking her to the creek in her halter and a bucket with grain. You can see by the pictures that she wasn't won over enough.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I put the bucket in the water thinking it would cause her to come closer, that she did but not enough to get her feet wet.</td></tr>
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We will keep trying. I'm going to solicit a helper to stand behind her with a stick or whip and encourage her to get her feet wet!Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-22476723104850060922012-08-01T18:02:00.000-07:002012-08-01T18:02:56.869-07:00Yellow in Mardo<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I think this is a type of cone flower</td></tr>
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<br />Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-8695514658697378012012-07-31T19:00:00.000-07:002012-07-31T19:00:40.221-07:00A FirstWhen the fruits of a garden come in you've got to do something with it! Today my friend Caroline and I helped Deborah make six pints of Salsa. It was really fun!<br />
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<br />Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-8889854149483749112012-07-30T08:44:00.000-07:002012-07-30T08:44:17.798-07:00FloorsWhen we arrived home Sunday afternoon we saw the Weeks Flooring truck in our driveway. I was surprised but glad it was just because they finished early Saturday to enjoy the day and complete the job on Sunday. I was so excited to see how they looked.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">They wove the old floor with the new</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Petals is enjoying being back home and the quiet of this Monday morning.</td></tr>
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<br />Dorothyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03953479841032663560noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4108833148092163532.post-35098740129820578122012-07-28T18:54:00.001-07:002012-07-28T18:54:45.230-07:00Sitting RiverIt was a beautiful day in Hillsville, Va. Our choice of activities included tubing down the river or taking the Kuby to the river along with lunch, chairs and swim suits. The pictures tell it all.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">We all piled in the Kuby and traveled down a very rocky trail to the river.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">After lunch we sat in the water enjoying the cool water</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Petals and Bonnie got along well and enjoyed the river</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Marshall didn't think he was going to get in the water (reason for the jeans) but seeing us have so much fun he said what the heck!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Petals was very entertaining as her inner "water" dog came out!</td></tr>
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