Although it's been challenging lately, God answered our prayers for good health. (Praise Him and thank you for being here for me.) We had our first blackout this year from the seasonal thunderstorms and Megan and Darren down the street were kind to have Patrick take his online exam at their home just in time before their power went out too! Beautiful days followed with blue skies and cool winds, the kind that stops you in your tracks and makes you close your eyes and breathe in deeply. I started cooking again, my husband reminded of how much he's missed my cooking. I made risotto with beef, zucchini, mushrooms, and peas. He ate it all. I also made empanadas which I discovered I can freeze and bake when ready to be eaten. The crust still keeps its flaky texture.
Last but not least, our annual gathering in celebration of Independence Day proved to be the icing on the cake this week. We were joined by our dearest friends and also by new friends whom we look forward to joining us every year from now on. The pot luck was delicious, the fireworks were spectacular, and company was wonderful!
So you see, these days filled with things that may appear mundane are truly eventful to me. They make up a life that has found so much beauty and happiness in God, caring friends, good family, and a home filled with love.
6 comments:
glad you guys had a great 4th of july! the food looked soo yummy ate, love your sandals its soo cute, where did you get it? i missed reading your blogs, glad to see a new post :)
miss you...
You're so sweet, miss you too. BCBG @ TJ Maxx, it's super comfy. Hope you had a fun holiday weekend.
and thanks to our lovely hostess and host, Michelle and Patrick! We all had so much fun at 4th party. I'm so glad you were taking pictures of the fun. xoxoxo love, Betty
We really enjoyed our time together and we're happy to hear you did too! Thank you for bringing food and drinks also. Please extend our thanks to Monica and Thomas for the lovely wine as well. It was enjoyed until that late evening. We look forward to seeing them again in our future gatherings. : )
Goodnight and sweet dreams,
Michelle
Ooooh looks like everyone had a ton of fun! Sorry we missed the annual event and hope to be there next year. We had our own fireworks to watch over the Atlantic Ocean ;) However, Jack was not able to light his own fireworks, so he is looking forward to having a playdate with Uncle Pat when he returns to Michigan.
Love, The Whitteakers J, S, J, & S
You already know how much we missed you guys too! Wow, I'm really slow... I just realized that your family are J's & S'!!! LOL!
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