What's happening in my world…
Katie Beth, Karen, and I donned our pirate costumes after finishing up Katie Beth’s soccer game against Holy Family School (her previous school) and we headed to Krispy Kreme.
They annually give away doughnuts on this “holiday”. Full costume gets you a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts while just talking like a pirate gets you one Original Glazed doughnut.
A lot of Katie Beth’s soccer team joined us for the pure fun of getting doughnuts and talking like a pirate.
We had a great time at the festival. Karen is pictured blowing her lungs out while plying the Alpine Horn.
Katie Beth had her first candy apple and it was tasty according to her. We thought it was mighty red given the color of Katie Beth’s face.
We had fun visiting Ms. Grace at the Home Depot booth while Katie Beth built a chalkboard door hanger. Ms. Grace even slipped us bird house kit to build at home. She is so sweet.
The liters of beer were tasty as always to Karen and I. The VIP area was awesome and thanks to The Nook for the passes.
It is hard to believe that Karen and I made it to this day. Some have been very surprised when they have heard that we are retiring. But, a long time ago, Karen taught me to be a saver versus a spender. Others taught me how to get started in investments.
But, here we are retiring financially independent with a blank sheet of what to do next in this adventure of life with my soul mate.
It is going to be a blast is all I know.
My mother passed away on the morning of September 1st. She had been over taken by Alzheimer’s. But, like so many sad times, it is a chance to be with family.
I thankful for so much.
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Katie Beth had a great time putting together her castle and all of its furniture.
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We spent the whole weekend at Hope’s campus, Darlington School. Darlington held their Tiger Fest on campus and took part at the local minor league baseball activities including parading the lower grade on the field.
Hope and I challenged each other to a mechanical bull riding contest. Hope cheated and used two hands, but it was a lot of fun.
Later, Charlie, Hope, and I had a joust, which I rocked!
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We didn’t take many photos at this year’s carnival. But, a parishioner brought their horse to give rides. Karen had a great time riding.
All the game were a lot of fun.
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We had a butterfly house for a bit and today was the release of the Painted Lady Butterflies.
It has been neat watching the crystalline jiggle and shake as the butterflies matured.
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We went out to watch the St. Patrick’s Parade.
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The ladies enjoyed Valentine’s Day.
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