Happy New Year;s Eve!

This is the last day of 2015 and what a year it was.  We started 2015 out with some crazy weather which included us being snowed in for a couple of weeks.  Last winter was the 2nd coldest winter in Tennessee. We survived the winter and had a beautiful spring.  Tim and I did our first cross country trip without the RV and it was fun.  We were able to travel and stop at areas we could not in the RV. We took a lot of backroads to places instead of the interstate which allowed us to see so much more of this beautiful country.  We visited all of the National Parks in Utah, saw friends and family and celebrated our granddaughter's first birthday in Hawaii.  I learned and helped maintain a garden and even do some canning.  I lost my Mom but I am grateful I was able to be with her.  Tim build some amazing things, a deck, a golf cart and a camper. Last week we got to spend our Christmas with both of our girls and granddaughter.  I know it will be one of many.  All in all it was a busy year and we are ready to see what 2016 has in store for us.  Happy New Year's Eve!

Star Wars - The Force Awakens

We went as saw Star Wars The Force Awakens yesterday afternoon at our local theater in Newport.  We are now among the many who have seen the movie and don't worry I am not going to share anything about it except this:  if you are a Stars Fan then go see it.  If you just like Star Wars, go see it.  If you have only seen one Star Wars movie, go see it.  If you have never heard of Star Wars then go see it.  The movie is very good and you will not be bored!  Our little movie theater only cost $5.00 to see a first run movie.  I don't know how they do it but I am sure glad they do.  It makes it very easy to go to the movies. After the movie we had dinner at Ruby Tuesday, one of our favorite places to eat for two reasons.  Number one we always have coupons for it and number two it is the only one of two nice sit down restaurants that is not fast food.  When we got back to the farm we celebrated Christmas with Lisa and George.  Thank you for our wonderful gifts!  Our first day back at the farm was a good one. 

Back At The Farm

We are back at the farm and we are happy to report that our trip back here was uneventful; just the way we like it.  We left Florida where it was a cool 75 degrees at 8:00 am and got home around 5:00 pm where it was a cool 75 degrees.  It is hard to believe that it was December 28.  We were breaking records in Jacksonville, FL with the temperatures and we are breaking them in eastern Tennessee.  I have to say that it has been an interesting December.
We were welcomed back by Lisa, George and Roxy and Lisa was kind enough to fix dinner for us.  She made her delicious Spaghetti and it tasted great!  Thanks Lisa!  It started to rain again and it looks like it will be around for another few days.  Even with the rain it is good to be home and I want to thank everyone in the Jacksonville, Orange Park and Middleburg area for making our stay a great one!  Today we are going to go see the new Star Wars movie so check back tomorrow for my review.  Don't worry, I will not give up anything!

Headed Back To The Farm

We had to say good bye to Carrie, Daniel, Jenny, Nate and Rory yesterday.  We had our last family dinner for a little while but we will be back in February.  The Little Cabin on Wheels worked out well and now we know what we want to add for the next time.  The trial run was a success.  It looks like eastern Tennessee will be getting some more rain tomorrow and tomorrow night so it could be a wet ride once we get into South Carolina, North Carolina and Tennessee.  Of course we are not ready to go but the time has come so I guess it is time to hit the road!  At least Lisa is going to have dinner waiting for us which is really nice of her!  Thank you to everyone here in the Jacksonville, Orange Park, Middleburg and Sanford area of Florida; we have had a great time and look forward to seeing you all soon!  A special thank you to my family for making this a wonderful Christmas.  Dad and I love you!  Rory, Grandma and Bumpa love you so very much!
Today is my sister Pam's birthday and I want to take this opportunity to say Happy Birthday Pam!  You are the best sister I could ever want or wish for and I thank the good Lord everyday for giving you to me.  You are not only my sister but you are my best friend!  Love you Pam!

The Rain Has Stopped!

After raining for the past 6 days the rain has finally stopped...for now.  It is suppose to start raining again on Monday which just happens to be the day that we head back to Tennessee.  At least the temperatures were warmer.  That won't be the case when we get back.  It is suppose to get gradually colder as the week goes on.  Let's hope it is gradual since we are so use to high 70s and low 80s temperatures.  We have enjoyed the weather here in Florida but not the humidity.  I guess we have to get back to reality and cooler temps.  Oh well, it is winter!

A Wonderful Christmas

While Tim and I enjoyed a wonderful Christmas in warm and sunny Florida George and Lisa got to spend the last few days warm but wet.  Eastern Tennessee has been getting a lot of rain and there are flood warnings now for all the rivers.  Where the farm is we don't have to worry about flooding but we are hoping that the rain will quit for a little while so our road will be good for us to pull the Cabin on Wheels up the hill.  I guess we will just have to wait and see on Monday. 
We had a wonderful Christmas with Rory, our first, and she was so good.  She got some wonderful gifts and so did Tim and I.  It has been a wonderful Christmas and now we get to enjoy the rest of the holiday week end before we head back to Tennessee on Monday.  Merry Day after Christmas or as we use to refer to it in retail, Return Day!

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas!  I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas and that Santa brings you some great stuff.  We have enjoyed being  with our girls and look forward to more family time.  Enjoy your day with friends and loved ones.  Merry Christmas!