Good Monday morning, my friends. I hope your weekend was all you planned and then some. We had a nice weekend at the condo, celebrating Father's Day. The kids planned a nice, relaxing day for him filled with some of his favorite things: time with his family, time by the beach, an Indy car race on TV, and some delicious food he didn't have to make. And a nice phone call with Peyton, too!
It was a great day for a great guy. We went to evening mass, and then packed up and headed home. By eight o'clock, I was back in my spot on the couch in my cozy clothes, and Steve was out for his walk.
This morning I went for my walk and was greeted by the beauty of the start of a brand-new day. It's funny, isn't it, how in different seasons of life, we notice things in an entirely different way. Years ago, on a random Monday morning in June, I would have looked outside to check if the weather was nice enough for the kids' swimming lessons before they woke, and I would have started breakfast before piling them into the van with towels, sunscreen, and goggles. Today, on this random Monday morning in June, I look out to check the weather to see if I can take my little Mocha on our daily walk. The kids are grown; thankfully, they all know how to swim. They no longer need me to make their breakfast before they venture out into the world. Although sometimes they humor me and let me do it, and I immediately grab the pans for French Toast or muffins! Anyway, here is a peek at our walk today.
Pretty, quiet, calm, and full of promise. Today, I am going to work on schoolwork, plan meals for the week, do some laundry, and maybe go for a swim. Since I haven't done a meal plan yet, tonight we are having a summer staple for dinner: hot dogs on the grill. I'll probably sauté some zucchini from the farmer's market and make a simple tossed salad.
I hope you have a wonderful day, my friends. Thank you for visiting! I'll leave you with some things that made me smile. Ok. Maybe laugh out loud. Because. Monday.
Have a happy day!
Billie Jo
LOL! Those are pretty funny! Hope you have a wonderful week!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you had a wonderful weekend. And that last meme! I laughed out loud at it although they are all pretty good. Love the Mama duck and her baby obediently following her. I hope your week is full of love and blessings.
ReplyDeleteBlessings and hugs,
Betsy
Great photos. The one of the orange sky and the sun setting behind the tree and reflecting in the water is GORGEOUS!
ReplyDeleteHappy Monday Billie Jo.. Looks like y'all celebrated Steve well. I looked outside early this morning the check the weather as well. RAIN...it rained off and on for about an hour and now we have complete sunshine. I think it is neat how you have such a big collection of favorite coffee cups.... this one is cute!! Sounds like you have a pretty good day planned out....Enjoy every moment of it...
ReplyDeleteThose are so funny!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a perfect Father's Day. Sweet photos. How wonderful you are getting those walks in. Sweet photo from your walk. Dinner sounds tasty. Enjoy the rest of your day.
ReplyDeleteAnother delightful post Billy Jo and one day later but Happy Father's Day to sweet husband. Fantastic photos, all of them.
ReplyDeleteHello my Lovely! I'm so glad Steve had a lovely weekend. I always love the stunning photos you share of where you live now. Just gorgeous! It is crazy how fast time has flown and summers are so different in this season of life. I remember endless summers (or so it seemed) of making homemade popsicles in the freezer, getting out the sprinkler, walks to the park and the library for story time and to pick out fun summer reading. Miss it - yet I don't mind the quieter pace too. I can actually nap in the afternoon if I need it. Lol
ReplyDeleteLove your funnies too! I definitely relate with some. 😂💗
I love your pictures from your morning walk. My morning walk was just back and forth to and from the laundry room!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a lovely Father's Day. :) Love the duck and her babies and the sky is stunning.
ReplyDeleteThe sugar meme. Lol. Looks like a lovely weekend was had!! Happy Monday!
ReplyDelete"I said what I said", ha only Tuesday and I'm already in my pajamas. That is gold. This younger generation would rather order out and watch Netflix, that's how I know I'm young ha. Your morning walks are so lovely, and your Father's Day weekend was too. I do miss those endless summer vacations, we would have the most fun trying to agree on adventures, or agree on an afternoon movie after swimming all morning...it was hectic and busy but I do miss it.
ReplyDeleteI did laugh out loud at that last one, especially! I'm there! Y'all had a great weekend!! I always enjoy my visits with you here!! xo
ReplyDeleteHello my friend! Sounds like a perfect weekend and special time for your husband for Father’s Day.
ReplyDeleteI smiled reading at the difference of how life and seasons are. Yes, I remember a few years ago I was packing our pool bag and making sure towels were ready for our daily trip to the pool. I do miss those days but I am growing to really like my freedom now. If that makes sense? I love the sugar quote!
Hahahahah on the hangers. Funny!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great time was had by all.
Laughed out loud at the graphics at the end! They would make good posters. What beautiful pictures from your walk, Billie Jo! Have a great week!
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