The Most Interesting Dog

I don't often drink beer , but when I do...ok he just looks the part ...right?

 

 

Horseapples...not sure what next.

Mom's latest play . A radio show.

 

She was part of the Andrews sisters act. Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy. And Rum and Coca Cola. One of the sisters was tipsy!! Theatrically of course 

 

The cast

 

Mom , post performance.

 

The stalwart crew. Jan had left. They discouraged family guests but we sneaked in and stood at the back. It was so good!!!

 

Mom and Elvis

 

After being sent away  for several weeks, she is back.

 

 

My Mamaw chair. I still can see her sitting here, watching Johnny Carson and painting her nails Cutex pink. I have sat in it most evenings of my life. This is the fourth time I have reupholstered it.

 

When I picked it up the guy who did the upholstery had a tale to tell. I was afraid he would be disgusted about all the cheerios, pens, hair clips, etc. he found inside of it. But, no, he was actually reverent.  I asked how old he thought the chair was. Mentioning my assumption that it was from the 30's or maybe  20's based on my grandparent's history. He said the chair was over a 100 years old and originally was stuffed with hay!! I know a lot about antiques but would not have pegged that! They stripped it to the frame and even repaired that in a spot. Well , I'm ready to enjoy it a lot longer. Not sure who will want it after me...

dogs and wolves

Looking at the damage the dogs did to this new cow toy, got me to wondering. Did the cow think  hard enough  to blow his brains out? Or as one of the girls suggested, do we have zombie dogs?

 

 

I think not. Look at that sweet face.

 

Book  Club at my house this month took on another beach theme. That net came in handy.

 

The book took place by the sea.

 

Crabmeat salad, marinated shrimp, asian slaw, melon and avocado.

 

Turned out pretty well.

 

The book.

 

Apparently a Halloween tradition for Sophie and Paul is sampling new costumes.

 

They sent this one with the question "does this shark make Paul's butt look big".

 

It seems he busted some good moves because a small crowd gathered.

 

Sophie always accuses me of being attracted to "pirate" shirts. They found one. I asked if they had my size and she said "NO".

 

And last but not least...wolf (Wolf?) costumes.

biggest loser

Back on the diet circuit. Why can't I maintain what I lose. I mean...I'm a great loser. Heck , I bet I've lost a thousand pounds! So here is day one of better eating, for stupid blood sugar and fat loss. High protein, low carbs. Candy made this beautiful lunch for us.

 

 

Melon, avocado, tuna and asparagus. That is a little balsamic vinegar on top.

 

Caught this glamor shot of Toby with the afternoon sun streaming in. When Sophie saw it she texted. Dude looks like a lady. She can so make me laugh.

 

Day 2 Brie, stuffed eggs (no mayo), tuna, melon and raspberries.

 

Helping Mom get her costume ready for the play.

 

Krispy Kreme paper hats will become Army hats with a little khaki spray paint.

 

Look for them later on the "Andrews Sisters".

 



 all done

22 !!??!!

How can our baby be 22? But she is. Ivy wanted a pool day like Sophie had, so I jumped on it.

 

 

The spread

 

She created her own lovely, celebratory visor.

 

Tripp lost his light saber in the pool. He inexplicably wore sweat pants to the pool. It was that kind of day. It actually was pretty chilly at first.

 

The birthday girl did not want to be photographed.

 

Friend Katie taking a turn with the visor.

Candy offering a tale.

Wedding shower

It is going to be hard to capture the essence of a wedding shower, but I will try. Five friends worked together to make a beautiful experience for our dear friend and her bride to be daughter, Carly. We have watched each other's children grow up and it is such a pleasure to see them making lives for themselves. Carly and David are getting married at Seaside, so we decided on a beach theme.

 

They were greeted with this.

 

Here are several shots of the table.

 

Loved the silver fish.

 

Driftwood, sand dollars and fish net

 

Fruit, macaroons and walnut cheese wafers (which were crazy good)

 

Cucumber bites, homemade shell chocolates on sand (organic sugar looked just like Gulf Coast sand) and key lime tartlettes with blackberries.

 

The whole table.

 

Side table with amazing octopus vase

 

The drink table.

 

 

These bottles had the wedding date painted on. 10-9-15

 

Ocean punch was a hit with the young ladies in Pam's family

 

 

Flavored waters.

 

And for the not so young ladies...barefoot wine...with a straw!

 

Shrimp shooters with lemon and Kathy's mom's "pink sauce" . It was similar to Ellis shrimp sauce.

 

They arrived. We were struck by how much Carly and mom Pam looked

alike.

 

 

The hostesses

 

The presents begin.

 

A few shots of the crowd.

 

Priscilla, Pam and Candy enjoying the festivities.

 

Her two little relatives were so excited about everything and were so well mannered.

 

The gift bow bouquet takes shape. Although she probably won't need it without a proxy bride.

 

I loved this one of the little girls.

 

They kept worrying about the superstition that for every bow you break that means a baby the bride will have.

 

Sue's beautiful house was the perfect back drop.

 

 This was behind her. I hope they enjoyed the event as much as we enjoyed giving it.