Category Archives: Oklahoma

A Story in Every Town

Yesterday was one of those summer surprises. I like to think of them as a gift from God. Cool temps and scattered rain showers. It meant a little road trip with the sunroof opened and the windows down. It meant … Continue reading

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Lamb’s Ears

As I am ending my Saturday evening, the rain is beginning to fall. Hoping it rains all night long. That will most certainly make this little Lamb’s Ear a happy camper! Have a great “rest of the weekend”. ♥

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Heat Relief Found Here ~

Originally posted on stuff i tell my sister:
HappY Thursday!  Don’t forget to treat others with kindness, you never know what they might be going through.  AND, remember my dad’s words if you happen to be in the triple digits, “Think…

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Invasion of the Cicada Killer Wasps ~ Take Two

To say “It’s that time of year again” is not a term of endearment. NOT when it comes to dealing with cicada killer wasps.  The rain has stopped, the ground is dry, and these critters are zipping around everywhere.  After last … Continue reading

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Respect~ Honor~ Liberty~ Justice

“I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” In 1954, UNDER GOD, was added to our United … Continue reading

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Lila Jane

Edna & Lila, cousins ~ wading through the flooded cornfields in Boswell, Oklahoma Today I am thinking of Lila Jane. My “grandma”. (on the right) She was born on July 3, 1909. I think this may be the only childhood … Continue reading

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And then there was June ~

“”I don’t see much sense in that,” said Rabbit. “No,” said Pooh humbly, “there isn’t. But there was going to be when I began it. It’s just that something happened to it along the way.”” Winnie the Pooh If ever … Continue reading

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“An American Story” ~ that began in Brazil (guest post)

It is no secret that I love and appreciate our American flag, our Pledge and anyone who has ever served our country.  Imagine my delight when I received this “surprise” in the mail on Saturday. yes ~ surprises are another love! I … Continue reading

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Blue Skies

Hope you have crazy blue skies where you live ~ and a really good day ~ ♥ (Thanks to my neighbor Liz who said, “Get this sky”.)

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Downtown Art

A few weeks ago, we spent an afternoon at the Blue Dome Festival in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This festival tends to be relaxing, fun and always quite interesting!  Art, music, food and fun for all ages. Chalk art on the street seemed to entice many to display their creative abilities. … Continue reading

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