June 20, 2017

Day 171 of 365, Tuesday. Each year, I look forward to planting a garden. Over the last few years, I haven't had much time to tend to a garden, so I decided not to plant this year. But, I did put some tomato plants in a pot just to see what happens. I have three little tomatoes growing, and I hope they make it to maturity. 

June 19, 2017

Day 170 of 365, Monday. We are home from Raleigh and I had some errands to run once we got here. Sitting at the stoplight, I glanced over at the laundry mat and saw this. I would like to know how they trained that cat to hang out on a leash. 

June 18, 2017

Day 169 of 365, Sunday. Happy Father's Day! Donald and I had no idea what our day was going to be like today, but Dottie wound up coming over with her entire crew. We had fun playing inside, then we all walked to the pool for a swim. Add pizza for supper and the day was great! Jackson is really starting to notice things around him, and he absolutely lights up when he sees Granddaddy. He has never paid any attention to me, and honestly, he diverts his eyes whenever I talk to him. But, today was different. We had a real conversation! I talked, and he was all smiles and cooed and cooed! Be still my heart!

June 17, 2017

Day 168 of 365, Saturday. Today we were invited to the Cole's for a 30th anniversary celebration. There were lots of kids there, and Patrick and Ellie had tons of fun playing with everyone. Ellie very politely asked for a cupcake, and I think she enjoyed it. What do you think? 

June 16, 2017

Day 167 of 365, Friday. I started the day with a walk around the neighborhood. For old times sake, I walked through the playground at Beverly Hills. Not only is this where I attended elementary school, but I taught there for 13 years. My class planted these big trees, and every day at recess that year, we brought water in gallon jugs. 

June 15, 2017

Day 166 of 365, Thursday. My participation in the NCDLCN cohort ended today. It has been a wonderful experience, and I feel I learned a great deal. As a surprise, the folks from the Friday Institute brought Howling Cow ice cream. This ice cream is made at NC State University, from NC State cows. You can only get it in Raleigh, and they packed it up in coolers with dry ice and brought it all the way to Asheville. What a treat!

June 14, 2017

Day 165 of 365, Wednesday. I am still in Asheville, and took the opportunity for a ride along the Blue Ridge Parkway after the meeting. I stopped at overlooks, and took lots of pictures of the mountains. But, I wouldn't be true to myself if I didn't share this one photo. When I first noticed it, I thought someone had littered, and it made me mad. But then, when I looked closer, I saw a beautiful tribute. I have no idea who Dakota is, nor do I know if he or she was human or animal. But someone must have really loved them to leave a tribute at a beautiful overlook.