A little getaway

I always welcome time away with Billy so when he suggested we go to Georgia for the day, you can bet I didn’t think twice. He took us to Jekyll Island to spend the afternoon. It gave us a little day retreat, something to hold us over and refresh us until our upcoming “Spring Break”. We enjoyed walking the island, exploring the beach and finding a place to get some ice-cream. They have the cutest little shops and fun little treasures! Of course, I found a few things I wanted.

 Aren't these funky? I hadn't seen shell rings before.

On the lawn of the Jekyll island club, we saw an older couple playing croquet. How adorable?! I sure hope Billy and I are as cute as they were playing croquet when we’re retired. I will eventually look forward to playing croquet, sipping fresh lemonade and wearing argyle all the while discussing the latest topics and how the grandchildren are coming to visit next week. I really shouldn't rush life but doesn't that sound wonderful? ha.

Afterwards, we had to make a pit-stop to Lowes. While Billy practically lives at Lowes, I don’t get to go as often as I like. I would imagine the typical date night was dinner, a movie and making a stop by the local hardware store. That’s what my parents did anyhow but mine don't quite go like that. I have to bribe to get him to go with me however; we desperately needed to get a plan together for our flower bed that died this winter. So we went in to research the garden center. We aren't professionals and we still need to edge and mulch this week but we are almost there! I should've taken a 'before' picture to show you all how bad our starting point was.

We are off to the big city this week; I hope to have some fun pictures and stories to share once we return.

Updating Connie's Logo

When Connie contacted me about a new logo to update her photography business brand, I was excited. It's always fun to begin a task of designing the perfect logo to fit a business's needs.  We worked closely together through proofing until we came up with her new business identity. I hope Connie is just as pleased as I am, I think her new logo is lovely and will look perfect on her fabulous photographs.

Hope everyone is having a great week!

Easter

(Our little bunny)

Celebrating the resurrection was so special. It was such a reminder of how thankful I am and need to be on a regular basis for what Jesus did for all of us. Yesterday, church was really good and reminded me of what is important. My Pastor does not preach to impress the masses but preaches God's word from his heart and each time he preaches I learn something new. I'm so thankful the Lord led Billy and I to Celebration. The best part, it's only a few miles from our home.

After church we went to have Easter dinner with my parents. While we missed Jordan, Oana and Carlo terribly...the dinner was fantastic! My mom can cook with the best of them. Nothing beats a good Sunday dinner at her house. I told her to watch out…when my brother and his family are finally home living here in FL, she's on dinner duty after church every Sunday! Mom has a gift of making each holiday really special. Here are a few pictures of our dinner with them. Afterwards, Billy and I headed home to see our boy, Oliver, and play in the sun. It was beautiful day!

Easter Bunny (mom) gave me this gorgeous Waterford vase from Ireland filled with flowers.

Update from Afghanistan

I had a chance to talk to my brother, Jordan, today. It was really nice to catch up with him and hear how he is doing. It's not always easy to have my only sibling (or any sibling for that matter for those blessed with several) a world away and in danger zone. I’m so thankful for technology and the ease it gives in communicating. Can you imagine what WWI&II was like for families? I don’t even want to fathom life without my dear friend, Instant Messenger!

In spirit of April Fools Day I wanted to tease Jordan but didn't have the heart to do so. I remember the last year that Jordan was home on April Fools Day. He came to my office and we decided to tag team. We had a lot of really good jokes that year…I’m sure our friends and family didn’t appreciate them as much as we did. It was fun nonetheless. Since that day of pranks I realized that the wisest thing is to never believe what people tell you on April 1st. So to those out there that I talked to today, I didn’t believe half of what you told me. :)

Here are a few recent pix of Jordan in Afghan. I hope you all have a divine weekend with your families as we celebrate Easter and the resurrection of our Lord. Jesus IS alive and I'm so glad He is!