My goal was to stay home this week and tackle some projects, inside and outside. I find I am easily sidetracked, though. Just walking to the mailbox or calling the dogs back in…. I can’t help myself. The camera ends up in my hands. Oh well. That list is partially completed. The rest can wait. 
Life is short. Peace is Sweet. Thanks for the reminder, Eldon. ♥
Have a great weekend, friends. Be nice to people. Even on icky days. ♥
I am hesitant to recommend an item for your skin without first testing it for a length of time. Well….Time’s up on this test and the results are amazing. The topic is not one that’s pretty, but it is a battle that many people deal with. Dry, cracking, splitting feet and hands. My hubby has battled this his entire life, but working and standing the many hours that he does tends to aggravate it even more. He has taken many prescriptions over the years. Injections. They all work for a while, and then they don’t. A couple of months ago while I was at the grocery store, a product caption caught my eye, “For Healthy Feet”. It was around eight dollars, so I threw it in the cart. About four days later my hubby said, “I think this stuff is working.” And now…..three months later, his feet are the healthiest they have been in ages. He simply applies it every morning. (even though it is suggested you apply before bedtime….always a rebel!) It is now also sold at our hardware store.
Last week I was visiting with my neighbor. She is going through chemo and was telling me about a cream she had purchased as she is dealing with Hand-foot syndrome, a side effect of her treatment. I told her about hubby’s results from the O’Keeffe’s and she headed to the store. She sent me a text the next day. She had used it on her hands and feet and couldn’t believe the relief she was feeling overnight. Sweet.
This morning I decided to call O’Keeffe’s and ask them a few questions before writing this blog. Brittany answered the phone. I was impressed immediately at talking to a real person. She explained that about fifteen years ago, a chemist, who had a father struggling with cracking feet because of diabetes, created this ointment for him in her own kitchen. About three years ago, Gorilla Glue purchased it from her. She said they hear many positives from diabetics to eczema, psoriasis and chemo patients. She also reminded me that it is guaranteed relief. So there ya go, friends. It works well for us. If you or a friend has this need, you might check out their website: O’Keeffe’s Skin Creams.
Here’s to Healthy Feet and Hands! Have a great day and be nice to people! ♥
Mom’s flowers
Shopping!
Instructions
More instructions
Dodging cameras
Tired from shopping
Harvest
I had the pleasure of spending a few days at my parent’s house this past week. Several aunts and two awesome cousins came to “play” while I was there. What a fun time we had together! And we sure missed those that were not there with us. Why must time fly?
An extra special HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY to my mama. You have always been a Proverbs 31 kinda woman. Thank you for always blessing our lives. ♥
25 Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.פ
26 She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.צ
27She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idlenessק
28Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.ר
29Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all.ש
30Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised.ת
31Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates.
Much love ♥ Happy Mother’s Day to All ♥
Just remember in the winter
Far beneath the bitter snow
Lies the seed
That with the sun’s love, in the spring
Becomes the rose.
Lyrics and Song Music by Amanda McBroom, Made popular by Bette Midler~
Another Sunday drive through downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma. The buildings always catch my eye. This was what stood out to me on this particular day.
I couldn’t help but wonder who lived on the other side of these upstairs windows. Were they watching me as well?
I was quickly distracted by the beauty of a line of trees. “Stop the car if you can”, I said. Hubby pulled over. I had to study what was before me. There were beautiful flowering blooms mixed with tender new green leaves. How could I have missed seeing this combo for all these years?!?! These were mature trees, and they were changing seasons right before our eyes!
Then came to mind a question someone had asked me recently. “So what do you do?” An innocent enough question, right? But it caught me off guard and I’m not even certain what response fell out of my mouth. “What do I do” was like asking “Who are you?” or “What do you wanna be when you grow up?” “Have you done anything with purpose?” “Are you important?”
So back to this tree. It was like looking at myself from the outside. Coming and going at the same time, but it was on a path. No explanation necessary. Smile.
Resolve
Part of our fun last week included an evening of music. Hubby surprised me with tickets to see Little Big Town. It was a sold out show, our seats rocked, and they did not disappoint! The most moving moment of the concert for me was when the lights dropped, and with a cappella voices, the group began to sing “Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes”. The crowd was reverently quiet at first, then we all joined in singing this tribute to George Jones. Who is gonna fill his shoes?
Little Big Town
We left the concert and stopped in at Toby Keith’s for a bit of nourishment. There was a young man singing on their small stage and we had the opportunity to visit with him between sets. Jason Young was from my hubby’s home town and had personality deluxe. His music was spirited with a strong message and super voice. Who’s gonna fill their shoes?
Jason Young
On our way out of the building, we were pleased to see that our local lineman, Thomas Martinez, drew a large crowd as he performed on high stage. Who’s gonna fill their shoes?
On our drive home, we reflected on our music filled evening. And as the song continued to play in my mind, I came to the conclusion that shoes may not be meant to be filled by another. But rather to just walk closely next to….while remembering~
Have a wonderful weekend, friends. Be good to each other ♥
It is Friday and I am still not finished with my “list” for the week. Still, I thought I would pause for a moment and share a few pics with you from last week. ….They reflect a part our life in Oklahoma.
We decided to get out of the house and do a short road trip to our favorite greasy spoon about an hour away. We got sidetracked a bit. Do you ever do repeats of things knowing that it will be a waste of time but still hoping it might just be better the next time around? Yep…that’s what we did. I saw that the flags were up at the little country station on Route 66. Every so often they have an outdoor flea market. We have never found a thing there. Plus it was cold this particular day AND it had been raining. But still, we stopped. And we left, laughing….asking ourselves again why we’d stopped?!
The Flea Market
Wanna know the rest of the story???? By the time we got to our restaurant, Dennis, the owner, was pulling out. They were closed. We missed it. Happy Birthday to me? But not to worry. We drove back home…..and ended up have a delightful evening with wonderful servers, Janessa and Ashley. A great day all the way around! Happy b-day, indeed.
Janessa
Stay tuned for more fun adventures! I’m sure you can hardly wait! Happy Weekend, friends ♥
Happy May Day! I recall my mom telling us stories about May Day when she was growing up. Maypoles and ribbons…..hiding little woven baskets on doorsteps and hurrying away before you were caught. When our boys were young, they loved this “sneaky” little celebration. Ringing a doorbell….running….NOT getting in trouble for it?!?! If you have children in your lives, teach this tradition. Maybe they will teach their children? Kindness is appreciated and so needed in this world. And not just on May Day. ♥ Let’s spread the love ~
Got caught on this one!
Didn’t get caught on this one
These are for you, my bloggy friends! Picked from my own little flowerbed. But pretend like you didn’t see me ~
Happy Birthday
Paula!
Your friends at D & V Dentistry wish you a very happy birthday. We hope that you have a wonderful day and look forward to seeing you again soon.
See you soon, THIS IS THE PART THAT SENT ME INTO A PANIC!
D & V Dentistry
Have a great day, friends. And be nice to people. You never know what they may be dealing with today. ♥ Maybe even a dental appointment?
The last time I blogged, I was hiding in my room from clouds of grout dust. (Vacation?) Since then it’s been go~ clean~ move~ go~ and “have you seen??…..” The father-son craftsmen that put our floor down were a breath of fresh air. An unbelievable work ethic. Amazing.
Before ~
Waiting over night for leveling to dry
I wonder who will find this one day?
Underlayment
After
After…After…
While not everything is put back together, the big job is finished. We are pleased. And now we will spend these last few days of this week seeking out a little fun and relaxation. I’ll let you know if we find it!
Today I thought of each of you….I thought of what I say to you at least once a week. I had to remind myself to practice what I preach. “Be Nice to People. You Never Know What They May Be Dealing With.” Thanks guys….you make me a better person. Have a wonderful rest of the week, friends.
Happy Birthday to Me 
