We just finished getting this first truck unloaded. One down!!! I’m headed to the farm to check on the pup, wrap gifts and relax a bit. I’ll drive to my sister’s home tomorrow in Louisiana – then we’ll have our little family Christmas dinner & gift exchange tomorrow evening.
I’ve got some dinner cooking now in the crockpot. Can you say “jack of all trades”? 😉💪🏻 I use to cook for my dad…he absolutely loved it especially after mama died. He missed her so much & all the warmth and love she provided (in many ways) over their 56 year marriage.
The house at the farm is a simple 1 story 80’s ranch house. Very inexpensive build but it was the best they could do & all they could afford. I could see daddy in the living room from the kitchen. He was always in his big comfy recliner…watching tv, reading or on the phone. When I’m in the kitchen (since 12/2009)…I almost always see YOU in your comfy chair watching/studying plays…while catching a little tv.
I’m so looking forward to OUR time. It will be soft, relaxing, simple, EXCITING and everything in between.
I’ll post more tonight. I love you beyond all understanding – and THRILLED about it! 😘
I love this 70’s song by Rita Coolidge. The lyrics ring true. I remember wishing for simple, SECRET intimate moments with you years ago…never dreaming that you’d find love in your heart for me. I feel so special and lucky tonight.
Just out of the shower and into bed. Exhausted. Where’s my warm, furry puppy dog? Hopefully someday, I’ll climb into bed and find my love. How wonderful, right? And you? You’ll find your sweet smelling, smooth Poppy. You look cute wearing your beanie…keeping that noggin warm. Lol. Someday you can put your head on my chest or tummy and I’ll keep your head warm, okay? I’ll play with your soft, silver hair.
I hope you’ve had a great day and healthy dinner. The pup is about the same today…he was able to walk around outside today and I’m grateful. As I’ve shared, I take nothing for granted.
Tomorrow will be super busy as I prepare to leave Saturday…need to be ready for Xmas exchange this time too. Get some rest…I’m right there with you. I love you, baby. More than anything or anyone. Nite nite. xo
This video is so moving. It basically says it all. The ONLY kind of love I want. One were we meet in the middle and live as one. Our main priority is each others welfare and the care of our children and critters. A place where we can feel safe, heard and appreciated…a place to lift each other up and encourage one another.
Hey, baby…I hope you’ve had a great day? It was busy here. I ran errands, did some quick Christmas shopping (and I mean quick)…grocery store and then continued packing. As of now, the first run to MS will happen this Saturday. We’ll get there late then the unloading will be Sunday mid-morning.
After this first haul is settled, I’ll be driving to my sisters in Louisiana for our little family Xmas on Monday, 12/22 in the evening. It will be very simple. I’ll likely stay a few nights then head back to the farm on Xmas day? We’ll see. I’ll only be there for 2 or 3 days then drive back to the city. There’s still so much work to do to prepare for the next run of two trucks. Yikes.
On a sad note, my precious pup has started to noticeably decline. This seems to be happening suddenly. While at the farm last, I noticed that his hind legs were weakening?! He was struggling to stand when up on the bed. The soft mattress was making it difficult for the first time in 14.5 years. He’s 101 in dog years so I know anything can happen at any time. As I’ve shared, I’ve been dealing with his seizures since 12/9/24. Basically, a year. It’s very dramatic and nerve wreaking when it happens but, as you know of me, I can’t half-love or half-care. I’m ALL IN and determined to give him the max lifespan…though to be honest, I don’t think we have a lot of time left. If his hind legs go out entirely in the coming weeks, I’ll have to make a decision. Send extra love my way because it will be devastating, yet expected.
He’s been my constant companion for many sunrises. I remember seeing your handsome face coming up the stairs in the front foyer hall at your house….you were grinning and put your hand out towards him – wanting to introduce yourself. Precious moment. Yet again, YOU were the ONLY one there that showed any love towards him. They all acted like he was a little monster that wanted to attack or bite them. Lol. Truly insane. He LOVES everybody! Dogs KNOW spirits…and they cannot be fooled. The pup KNEW that they hated me and talked about me behind my back incessantly. THAT’S why he growled at them but wagged his little tail at you. hahaha. I’ll wag my little tail for you, too. Lol.
I saw your posts today….and, per typical, I “think” I can read between the lines and…..yes, I have a few thoughts I need to share, once again – just not tonight. I will in the next few days.
Get some good rest and keep me close, okay? Wish we had a candle burning….some gentle music softly playing and were all cuddled together. Puppy, do you know how much I love you? I hope so. Nite Nite. xo