Happy Memorial Day! We had a quiet Memorial Day at home this year as our semi-trucks had some big mechanical issues, and it took the entire weekend to fix them. I took this picture Sunday evening as the sun was setting - it was such a pretty sky. I am so grateful for the men and women who sacrificed so much for the incredible freedoms that we enjoy today! We remember their sacrifice with great gratitude!
Chives are blooming in the garden, and I am enjoying fresh green onions with my salads now.
A closer look at the head of the onion - isn't it a beauty!
The girls and I spent an afternoon at the park. The city renovated the park, and there were a lot of people who were enjoying all the new equipment. Danika especially loved the climbing tower and slides!
Clara enjoyed her first time down the slide!
The crabapples have finished their bloom cycle, as have the lilacs, which makes me sad. I do love the beauty of those blooms! But any day now, the peonies will make their grand entrance, and that is always impressive!
I found a new Tea Devotional to read! I received it just in time to sit out under my crabapple tree and enjoy reading it, and looking at the beautiful pictures! You can find this lovely book on Amazon called Tea with Jesus and Me! It will be such a blessing to read!
Always love the evening skies here in Idaho - you just never know what the clouds and skies are going to do.
The beautiful sunset bathes my garden in its gentle light.
My Dad's heavenly birthday was on May 19th. We miss him so very much! Dan and I went to his favorite place to eat when he came to visit, and got an ice cream, which is a very rare treat for us. In fact, neither of us could finish. It was just too sweet. Our days of enjoying that much sugar are over! But it was so nice to sit there and remember how Dad and I sat there, in that very same table and chairs, and enjoyed ice cream.
In memory of my Dad's birthday, and with Father's Day just around the corner, I wanted to use the song, Daddy's Hands in a video of my Dad. I think you will enjoy the video of my dad back in the 70s and 80s with all of us growing up. I share some very special pictures and memories of my Dad. As I worked on the video, tears fell often! I am thankful I am blessed with such special, loving, and wonderful parents.
I hope all of you have a great week ahead - I am going ahead with planting as it seems the weather is continuing its upward trend of warmth, and I am hopeful that frost season is behind us. Here in North Idaho, one just never knows! It is such an exciting time of year to be able to plant the seeds for a harvest in the fall! My strawberries are in bloom, and the raspberries have beautiful blooms as well. So, it looks like berry season will be very good this year.
You have lovely memories of your Father. I will have to find the devotional book. I love the Lord and I am a tea drinker, lol. I see your gas is higher than ours! Ours is just 4.99. Hope the trucks start rolling again for you. Home is a good place to celebrate any holiday.
I know you would love her tea book, Lynn. She has such encouraging devotionals along with the tea pictures. Yes, our gas here is outrageous, sure hoping it goes down soon! The trucks are back at it, thankfully! Blessings to you and Precious!
What a beautiful touching post with the family photos and video. My dads birthday was the 11th and I miss him so much. Its been 19 years. I hope you have a blessed week.
Oh Debby, I sure understand the loss and the memories! Thank you for sharing in the memories with me. Our parents are so precious to us, and I am blessed to have had them! Blessings to you :)
Hi Marilyn...sorry that it has been a while since I've stopped by...My world is in overdrive right now. Love all the beautiful flowers and other photos you shared. Seems that the heavenly birthdays are so touching as our hearts are filled with sweet memories of those we have loss. Thinking of you..
Such a sweet, touching post, Marilyn. Your video is a wonderful tribute to your dear Father and something your family will always treasure. Your little granddaughters are precious and it's so nice that you live close to one another to share in these wonderful moments. I love this time of year when the gardens come alive and we can enjoy being outside. Glad the trucks are in working order once again. What would we do without our hardworking men? The sunsets you share are always gorgeous and I hope you continue to have good weather for planting. xo
It is so exciting to see everything coming to life for sure. So sad when the blooms go by so quickly though, makes them extra special. I miss my parents very much too, was so thankful to have such great loving parents.
Such sweet and poignant photos and memories, Marilyn. The flowers that come and go too quickly are a touching reminder of the brevity and beauty of life. God bless you always!
Dear friend Marilyn ! I am sorry for your van home had issues and I am grateful that everything is fine and fixed now by the grace of God! Your weather definitely has changed and spring is on it’s peak now 🥰 I loved the images, your flowering trees are so beautiful and delightful ♥️ Danika seems to enjoy her first adventure , so is cutie pie Clara 🤗 Heartwarming best wishes to them ♥️ I found your video really special and touching 🥹 I can tell you had such a warm and loving dad 🥹 No doubt loving parents are priceless gift for babies who come to this tough world ! They nurture and love their children and provide them all possible ways to grow a safe ,secure and healthy life! I feel happy you shared such beautiful moments with us dear friend 🥰 Sending you love and prayers and best wishes for your gardening dear Marilyn 🙏♥️
I love that there's a devotional for tea time! I can just picture you enjoying time in your lovely garden with tea and your book. Your video is lovely, too. It's a wonderful tribute to your dad. ❤️
Pretty blooms on the onions! And of course, I love seeing sunset pictures. :) So glad the girls enjoyed themselves at the park and that you and Dan could go to that diner and remember your dad. Again, that was a beautiful video! So neat that my 33rd birthday was on the day you posted this, the 26th. :) Many continued blessings to you and your family, Marilyn, and I hope your garden does well this year! Much love, Valentine
Dear friend, as you're thinking of your Dad I'm thinking of mine, too. He would have been 98 today. I'm grateful He is whole and healthy and rejoicing in his Heavenly Home. But yes, I do miss him. I know you understand.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful tribute to your Daddy. Yesterday marked the 26th anniversary of when we buried my Daddy. It has been hitting me so hard lately as I have been taking all our pictures out of the albums we have accumulated and used for years to condense them into a lighter format. SO many pictures of my dear parents and so many other loved ones. It makes me so sad. I surely understand how hard it was for you to make this video. I pray God will comfort you, dear friend. I'm so sorry you had the repairs on your trucks and trust all is well with them now. Sending much love and hugs your way today!
Hi Marilyn.. my apologies for my absence. so much going on around her and I am so far behind on reading post. Sorry that you had issues with the trucks. hopefully this was not an expensive fix. beautiful video.. thank you for sharing. The anniversaries of our loved ones brings about all kinds of different feelings and emotions. beautiful photos!!
Oh Marilyn, those little granddaughters are so precious and growing so much! Your video of Daddy’s Hands is such a loving tribute. How sweet that you and your hubby had an ice cream to remember your dad. Don’t we miss our parents and loved ones??! Have a beautiful week!
Such dear pictures of your dad in the video, Marilyn. He looked like a wonderful and dedicated dad. Speaking of dads, my dad grew chives in his garden, but I don't remember those beautiful blossoms coming out of them. What a lovely color. The kids had a fun afternoon at the park, and they will enjoy that new playground equipment this summer. The tea devotional sounds nice. And I never tire of seeing those beautiful skies in Idaho and all the nature that comes through your area. I hope June fills you with warmth and sunshine and joy, dear Marilyn.
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I love chives. Ours aren't blooming yet but getting closer. They are so cute!
ReplyDeleteSpeaking of cute - so are your grands. I enjoyed the photos.
Thank you Mari, we love our precious grands, they bring such joy in life! Blessings to you!
DeleteI love that song and video! You look a lot like your dad. Your little granddaughters are so cute! Danika is at such a fun age!
ReplyDeleteI definitely look a lot like my Dad, and I miss him terribly. Our grandbabies are so precious to us! Toddlers are full of fun!
DeleteAhh, what a sweet video with all those wonderful memories. Sweet fresh times with your grandbabies! Enjoy the last few days of May!
ReplyDeleteThis has been a good May with lots of rain, we are so thankful! So many wonderful memories made, indeed!
DeleteYou have lovely memories of your Father. I will have to find the devotional book. I love the Lord and I am a tea drinker, lol. I see your gas is higher than ours! Ours is just 4.99. Hope the trucks start rolling again for you. Home is a good place to celebrate any holiday.
ReplyDeleteI know you would love her tea book, Lynn. She has such encouraging devotionals along with the tea pictures. Yes, our gas here is outrageous, sure hoping it goes down soon! The trucks are back at it, thankfully! Blessings to you and Precious!
DeleteWhat a beautiful touching post with the family photos and video. My dads birthday was the 11th and I miss him so much. Its been 19 years. I hope you have a blessed week.
ReplyDeleteOh Debby, I sure understand the loss and the memories! Thank you for sharing in the memories with me. Our parents are so precious to us, and I am blessed to have had them! Blessings to you :)
DeleteHi Marilyn...sorry that it has been a while since I've stopped by...My world is in overdrive right now. Love all the beautiful flowers and other photos you shared. Seems that the heavenly birthdays are so touching as our hearts are filled with sweet memories of those we have loss. Thinking of you..
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet, touching post, Marilyn. Your video is a wonderful tribute to your dear Father and something your family will always treasure. Your little granddaughters are precious and it's so nice that you live close to one another to share in these wonderful moments. I love this time of year when the gardens come alive and we can enjoy being outside. Glad the trucks are in working order once again. What would we do without our hardworking men? The sunsets you share are always gorgeous and I hope you continue to have good weather for planting. xo
ReplyDeleteIt is so exciting to see everything coming to life for sure. So sad when the blooms go by so quickly though, makes them extra special. I miss my parents very much too, was so thankful to have such great loving parents.
ReplyDeleteI love chives as well, I've only recently discovered that the flowers are edible and quite delicious in themselves.
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xo
Such sweet and poignant photos and memories, Marilyn. The flowers that come and go too quickly are a touching reminder of the brevity and beauty of life. God bless you always!
ReplyDeleteDear friend Marilyn !
ReplyDeleteI am sorry for your van home had issues and I am grateful that everything is fine and fixed now by the grace of God!
Your weather definitely has changed and spring is on it’s peak now 🥰
I loved the images, your flowering trees are so beautiful and delightful ♥️
Danika seems to enjoy her first adventure , so is cutie pie Clara 🤗
Heartwarming best wishes to them ♥️
I found your video really special and touching 🥹
I can tell you had such a warm and loving dad 🥹
No doubt loving parents are priceless gift for babies who come to this tough world ! They nurture and love their children and provide them all possible ways to grow a safe ,secure and healthy life!
I feel happy you shared such beautiful moments with us dear friend 🥰
Sending you love and prayers and best wishes for your gardening dear Marilyn 🙏♥️
I always love seeing your pictures, Marilyn!!!
ReplyDeleteI love that there's a devotional for tea time! I can just picture you enjoying time in your lovely garden with tea and your book. Your video is lovely, too. It's a wonderful tribute to your dad. ❤️
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed seeing your photographs ... especially your sweet grands.
ReplyDeleteAs the month of May comes to a close I wish you peace and happiness this weekend.
All the best Jan
Marilyn , a lovely video with fond memories of your dad. Your clouds photos are always so beautiful. Happy gardening and happy weekend.
ReplyDeletePretty blooms on the onions! And of course, I love seeing sunset pictures. :)
ReplyDeleteSo glad the girls enjoyed themselves at the park and that you and Dan could go to that diner and remember your dad. Again, that was a beautiful video!
So neat that my 33rd birthday was on the day you posted this, the 26th. :)
Many continued blessings to you and your family, Marilyn, and I hope your garden does well this year!
Much love,
Valentine
Dear friend, as you're thinking of your Dad I'm thinking of mine, too. He would have been 98 today. I'm grateful He is whole and healthy and rejoicing in his Heavenly Home. But yes, I do miss him. I know you understand.
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely photos and precious memories. Your tribute to your dad was especially touching, and your garden is looking beautiful.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos and such a touching 💙 ❤️ and heartwarming video.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing my dear friend.
ReplyDeleteI am sending hugs, that was a sweet tribute to your dad.
Happy gardening, may we have a great season!!
xo
Carla
Thank you for sharing this beautiful tribute to your Daddy. Yesterday marked the 26th anniversary of when we buried my Daddy. It has been hitting me so hard lately as I have been taking all our pictures out of the albums we have accumulated and used for years to condense them into a lighter format. SO many pictures of my dear parents and so many other loved ones. It makes me so sad. I surely understand how hard it was for you to make this video. I pray God will comfort you, dear friend. I'm so sorry you had the repairs on your trucks and trust all is well with them now. Sending much love and hugs your way today!
ReplyDeleteHi Marilyn.. my apologies for my absence. so much going on around her and I am so far behind on reading post. Sorry that you had issues with the trucks. hopefully this was not an expensive fix. beautiful video.. thank you for sharing. The anniversaries of our loved ones brings about all kinds of different feelings and emotions. beautiful photos!!
ReplyDeleteOh Marilyn, those little granddaughters are so precious and growing so much! Your video of Daddy’s Hands is such a loving tribute. How sweet that you and your hubby had an ice cream to remember your dad. Don’t we miss our parents and loved ones??!
ReplyDeleteHave a beautiful week!
Such dear pictures of your dad in the video, Marilyn. He looked like a wonderful and dedicated dad. Speaking of dads, my dad grew chives in his garden, but I don't remember those beautiful blossoms coming out of them. What a lovely color. The kids had a fun afternoon at the park, and they will enjoy that new playground equipment this summer. The tea devotional sounds nice. And I never tire of seeing those beautiful skies in Idaho and all the nature that comes through your area. I hope June fills you with warmth and sunshine and joy, dear Marilyn.
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