Thursday, October 28

Happy Birthday!

The first time I met you, it didn't even occur to me if we are going to get Along well or not. They said that mothers-in-law are the hardest to deal with But at the time, all I Cared for was "our" dear Kevy boy! It Didn't Even matter when you said you were 80 coz I believed it anyways! Four years later, here you are the same woman I met. I can't remember the exact time but I heard on the Grapevine that you only turned 80 just recently. I can't even remember anymore what old you are today because you claimed that now you are 90! O well! for me, you are still the most amazing, Inspiring woman in her 80's I know. You're full of Jazz and your life full of excitement! Everyday is a scheduled activity for you. Monday is your Bingo day where you meet with folKs who can shout Bingo into your ears; Tuesdays are Gym days, where some good men wait for their turn to taLk to you while you work your way up to 30 Minutes on the treadmill. Wednesdays, are your Seniors talk which you have grown to like because it keeps you well iNformed. Thursdays, you're back to the gym for more jaw-work and an hour on the treadmill with some weights. Friday used to be painting with Janet but since she mOved to Victoria, you somehow found another painting Partner, or a free day for you in the garden. I also remember that you found a sweet friend who bakes so well and Quenches your thirst with  a cup of tea at her own place. Saturdays used to be lunch with Janet but now you have another fRee day to tend to your beloved garden which you keep so well. You did mention that you will give up gardening but I guess the smell of the Soil is so irresistible for you to stop. On Sundays, you make sure that Buba is up and ready with your share of cup of coffee. You love to lisTen to his stories but above all, you love to share your own although we heard most of it from the daily evening calls we make each other before your bed time. Did I mention that you love to call it a night at 8pm? Although, sometimes you prefer to lay in bed before that. Undeniably, I would say this is why you stay healthy and strong. Can you imagine how many Vivacious women at your age can do all these? Tell me you're not old because age is only a frame of mind. I refuse to believe that you are 80 or 90 because you are like a superWoman to me. The eXtraordinary touch you put into our lives will always inspire us. And I am so very grateful I met such a woman Young at heart, Zany and proud to say that she's my mother-in-law!

HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU MOM!



Monday, October 25

Let's go for brunch!

Off to Tigh-Na-Mara for a Sunday Brunch....
Every corner of this room has its own breakfast specialty.....
This seafood section of cold entree is our most fave, includes all shellfish you can imagine!
But I think that the desert section is the most decorative and the prettiest part of the room.
This is our table and I love watching people coming in while those lovely trees block me from their sight.
mmmmmm.....
 These crabs were so easy to crack, the creamy-carameled oysters were to die for! and we enjoyed 2 servings of this plate each. If it weren't too early in the morning, white wine would have been great match!
 ok, I didn't eat all of these but I was able to wrap them with a tissue I grabbed fr the car earlier-the thief!
 and that raspberry mousse was just the perfect finishing touch!
 See, there are places to go and do on the Island at times like these: windy, cold, wet days in October.

Sunday, October 24

Sunday Pumpkin Patch

Ssssh! Can I tell you a secret?
Did you know that this is the very FIRST time I've been into a "live" pumpkin patch ever,
FIRST TIME EVER IN MY LIFETIME!!!?
Funny part was, we "accidentally" saw this sign by the road after visiting a friend...
as soon as we did a left turn, this is what awaited us.

It was such a beautiful sunny Sunday and the 2nd to the last dry ones we had so far before this wet, cold weather we've been getting on the Island. It totally changed my mood to explore the farm.
The "live" gigantic pumpkins in different shapes and colors explained me
why everyone MUST see a pumpkin patch if given the opportunity.
The corn maze may have been smaller than what we see on the news but still fun.
And if you happen to be here next year, same day,
I promise, I'll take you for a treat plus some of their homemade ice-cream.
Have a great Sunday!

Saturday, October 16

Halfway Through......

Oh My! Can't beleive that we're halfway through the month. Where did the time go? Anyways, it's class time again and for those of you who love to journal or blog or just simply love to write stories, check this out!
As you know already, I am a big fan of this lovely lady, Shimelle from London who comes up with all this brilliant ideas. She's doing it again and can't wait! So for those of you who would love to try her class, very affordable and you can do it at your own pace, at the convenience of your home or office, no need to go to school and rush for the bus in the early mornings, with your heavy luggage of books and what nots, just click this link. And you're good to go... Enjoy and happy weekend everyone!


Tuesday, October 12

Thank You!!!

Thank you...
for filling these rooms,
with laughter, stories, beautiful memories;
for joining us,
to eat and drink and enjoy this lovely weekend.


Thank you to "chef" Kevin....
for another "perfect" juicy and tender turkey,
for a creamy mashed " fresh from the farm" potato, with an added "special" flavor;
for beating his own record of "gourmet" breakfast,
with fresh farmed bacon and eggs plus his garlic hash brown potatoes.


and for completing our beautiful, enjoyable "Turkey" dinner,
with this sumptous huge pumpkin pie,
topped with cream and caramel-flavoured ice-cream!

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But most of all,
THANK YOU
for taking the time and effort to beat the ferry line ups this busy upredictable long weekend,
for dragging yourself from bed and take the effort to feel better,
for giving us the pleasure to be the best hosts we can be,
for spending another treasured moments with us in our little family and our "sweet home".
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Sunday, October 10

Happy 10-10-10!!!

Fall is definitely in the air down here on the island.....
Summer is bading its goodbye.....
Cooler, wet and I see lots of clouds and colors everywhere! I always feel the urge to this hot drink.....
And can't wait for "turkey dinner"!
Have a great Thanksgiving day Canada! and yay! for the long weekend......

Tuesday, October 5

Welcome October!

Good morning Tuesday,
welcome October!
It's been a while...
after that rush, rush trip to Miami, I'm sure happy to be back home.
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MISSED HOME!
There's no place like home!
MISSED MY HONEY!
I missed that familiar place when he cuddles me around his arms!
MISSED THE CHANGING COLORS OF FALL!
MISSED THE COOLER WEATHER WITH THE SUN SHINING UPON US!
MISSED MY TECH GADGETS, BLOGGING, THIS LAPTOP AND YOU!
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So for this Tuesday morning, I want to share with you what I enjoyed most on my short trip:
the brief stops to the humongous 4 airports I've been...

Happy Tuesday and glad to be home again......