Today would have been Grandpa's 95th birthday. He was doing so well, and he had plans to live a few more years. He frequently would talk about Grandma coming to him and asking him to come join her. She missed him. He would always respond, not yet - I still have things I need to do. (Jokingly), we decided that Grandma was getting a bit impatient and gave him a little nudge down the stairs so she wouldn't have to wait any longer. They are together again - rejoicing in their reunion.
Curt and Anna prepared a room for Brian to stay with them since our home was mostly closed up with no "fresh" food. We also have the Davidson's living in the "apartment" downstairs - I am sure Brian is more comfortable there. He and Curtis went to the temple - Brian was looking for some spiritual guidance and confirmation in making new ward leadership decisions.
I looked out the window to see how the yard had survived the winter. All I could see was a lot of work! In Canela, we have responsibility for only our little apartment - no yard work, no maintenance. That lifestyle certainly has its benefits.
We were moving pretty slow this morning - in no hurry to go or do anything. Merl fixed his breakfast using eggs and onion that Anna sent home with us last night. She also sent some yogurt for me. I found the cats, Sophie and Cyress - they didn't seem to care if we were home or not. . . Rebecca has been taking good care of them - fat and sassy. We unpacked things that were to be left home this trip, and repacked what would be going back - nesting suitcases, as we can only take two checked bags on the Frontier flight to Colorado (small suitcases inside bigger ones).
Merl took a walk around the property, assessing needs and projects. Lilies, daffodils, and tulips were blooming. The kids had done a great job cutting down the pine trees and stacking the wood - the burn pile was stacked high with branches - we will have a great bonfire when we return. Merl picked a big handful of asparagus for lunch. The apricot trees had already bloomed, and the cherry and pear trees were in full bloom. More shingles had blown off the roof (probably can't put off replacing the roof much longer). The lawn needs to be mowed. . . much fun. Amber, Cody, and kids stopped by to see us - the boys are sad we don't have any chickens. . . what do you call Grandma Chicken when she doesn't have chickens? It was great to see them again.
We visited with Rebecca, our renter; she had not heard us come in last night. She is anxious to start helping with the outside work and wants to start seeds indoors to set out in the garden. I think she and David are going to continue being a blessing to us as we are coming and going.
I practiced the piano - preparing two pieces, one for Sacrament meeting when we return (to go with my talk) and one for Ann's piano recital. I wrote my talk on the theme of "I Am a Child of God" focusing on our experiences of recently interacting with many people from many countries - how we are different and alike - but all children of our Heavenly Father who loves us. Then the trick was to get it translated and proofed.
Merl activated the auto insurance on the car so I could drive to town to watch Meghan's softball games. It was fun to see her playing again on the varsity team - and hitting so well. She rotates between first base and left field, depending on who is pitching.
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| The sons: Don, Maurice, Kendal, David, Doug, Merl |
David dropped Merl off at the ballgame in time to see Meghan (one of the team's best hitters) get walked to first base. The Bruins lost the game, so we hope to see more when we go back.
About 8:00 p.m., we went to dinner with Aaron, Angela, and the boys to the new Denny's in Twin Falls. We had a good evening together - the kids are really growing up. Then home for a good night's sleep - in our own bed.
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