Amazing Women

Who needs plastic surgery

when you have a Fairy Godmother?

"A wolf in sheep's clothing"

NOT a wolf in Grandma's clothing!

Wonder what kind

of conditioner she used?
Eight hours of uninterrupted sleep
and then along came Prince Charming
(that was the end of that)

The Boys of Summer

Topher (at bat)played two games today

one win ~ one loss

Jakob and a friend explored

the woods nearby

(looks like he found some mud)

"The Boys of Summer" was written by Roger Kahn about young men who learned to play baseball in the 1930s and 40s. They went on to play for one of the most exciting major league ball clubs of their time, the Dodgers. Topher plays for Lupton on Saturdays. Jakob plays for Curry on Tuesdays and Fridays.
I have to wonder about the mothers and grandmothers of those boys. Were they staunch supporters of their teams? Did they start out in Little League in the middle of March ~ when the winds were howling and the temperatures dropped when the sun went down?

As you can see from the accompanying photos ~ in Alabama when Little League starts we support our teams whether the wind is blowing or the temperatures are LOW. It's all about being "prepared".

Kim ~ looking stylish

in her headwrap and shades.

This is a "summer" game??

The climbing tree

This is the tree Sarah first climbed at my house. It is covered with lovely blossoms right now and the finches are loving the feeder hanging on one of it's branches. Jakob and Topher like to climb this particular tree, also. They inspired Sarah to climb. Maybe this year Claire will be brave enough to attempt it. The branches are low and easily accessible. . . . every Magra needs a climbing tree, don't you think? While this one is lovely ~ we have another in the back that is daunting. There is a limb low enough to reach and pull down for climbing. So far, Jakob and Topher have climbed it, rode on it like a horse, and dropped down from it. I believe Sarah swung from it last year with a little help. Can't wait to see what the summer will bring. Higher and braver, I'm sure.

I know, right?

Jennifer and Will

Will and fam came to town on Sunday. They went to Atlanta to the Georgia Aquarium on Tuesday. He and Jennifer got this caricature done. If you know them, you know this is a great drawing ~ the eyes and mouths ~ so them! They are headed back to Arkansas today in the rain. Taylor and Hannah were out of school this week for Spring Break. Too bad it wasn't last week when Jakob and Christopher were having their break.

Our visit with Chuck

Last Saturday we visited with Chuck and Rhetta. . . . and company. Celeste has moved home to help with Chuck's care. Alisha and her husband were not on hand but we did get to meet her children. They were a little leery of us at first but warmed up and started playing and talking. Celeste has always been Celeste to Buck and me but now she uses Emily. Too confusing for me so I called her Celeste. She was living in Pensacola (I'm so jealous!) Alisha and family live in the same apartment complex so they see each other every day.

Typical pose for a 4 year old boy

who did NOT want his picture taken

This is Charles

our grand nephew

This is Nic (short of Nicholas?)

I think he is 2? This is Emily Celeste and Nic (not the mom)

Chuck's health continues to deteriorate. They have his bed positioned so he can see outside and watch the kids play or just the comings and goings of neighbors.

Happy Spring

Spring ~ Glorious Spring

What shall I say about spring

that hasn't been said before?

The beauty ~ the majesty ~ the pollen

A rebirth ~ a pageantry of color ~ the bugs

Spring ~ oh Glorious Spring

We welcome you!

WHY you may ask?

Why is my scarf and hat still draped across the chair?

Well, dear one, when you go out in the evening,

if the March winds are blowing,

it can be a bit nippy.But I think it is time to

BREAK OUT the FLIP FLOPS
Paint those toe nails ladies

let your feet have some fresh air.

After a winter of boots, heavy socks,

and closed toe shoes

time for sandals

no stockings

FREEDOM!
And a new swimsuit PLEASE!

Whether you are outside working in the yard or snuggled under a blanket because it is too cold to go out Happy First Day of Spring! I enjoy spring because it's not too hot ~ not too cold. It's a great time to start new projects, whether it is a new diet, exercise regimen, or flower garden. Spring is full of possibilities and the red robins, tiny hummingbirds, first buds lift my spirits. How about you?

Another Birthday

Another birthday greeting!

Uncle Wayne O'Rear
married to Aunt Doris Brown O'Rear
Father of Kathy, Debra, and Nolan

after that ~ forget about it

I can't remember all the grandchildren

and great grandchildren

He has been a part of Mother's family
LONGER than I have!
BIG HUG
(but not too hard so as not to hurt you)