Personal Post and a card - Happy 10th Birthday to our little Miss Kamili!!

Today is a special day - it is our grand-daughter Kamili's 10th birthday.  Happy birthday sweetheart - we love you to the Moon and Back!!!  Wish we could be there to celebrate with you - but lots of hugs and kisses are being sent your way!

She had an Ice Cream birthday party to celebrate - and so I had to make her an ice cream cone card.  It was sent off to her with a "Claire's" gift card as requested - lol!!

Hubby and I are so blessed to have seven amazing grand-children - we thank God for them every day, and cherish the minutes we get with them.  Praying for a wonderful year ahead for this little one.  Love you Kamili!  ~Gramma (and Papa)

Personal Post Monday - Happy Labor Day and more!!

Hope everyone is having a great day - time off of their "labor" to celebrate with family and friends.  Stay safe out there.  Just a special thank you to all our first responders who are still hard at work on their jobs today - keeping us all safe - we are grateful for your service to our communities.

Elaine's sister, Sharon - Elaine, Marc and my hubby, Paul

A couple weeks ago (Aug. 22) we were back in Southern California to celebrate the wedding of Paul's brother, Marc and his lovely new wife, Elaine.  It was a wonderful celebration of love and so glad we got to be there with them. Check back soon to see more of the decorations, etc.

Terry and Julie

One of my husband's friends that we have not seen in many, many years was able to make the trip from Wisconsin to California with a friend of his, Julie, to be at the wedding.  Terry (above left) stood up at our wedding nearly 40 years ago.  It was so good to see them and catch up!

Then on Sunday we were able to celebrate a special birthday with the beautiful "9" year old above - Miss Kamili was so happy we were able to be there.  I am so glad too - as these years pass by so quickly.   She's holding the gift from us.  Isn't she adorable!?! Both of my daughter's and all my grandkids were there - so it was wonderful family day for me.

Then on Monday, my youngest grandson, Kyan ( not quite 2 1/2) and I had our very first "Gramma" day.  Each grandchild gets their first "Gramma" day with me (usually a trip for ice cream) when they are potty trained - and he accomplished that milestone!  So off to McDonald's we went for a Sundae!

Just look at that adorable face - he just melts my heart - and he LOVES his gramma!  The tattoos are from Kamili's party the day before - football on one check - basketball on the other :)

Of course we also had to have a little play time.  It was such a fun time with him and he was happy the whole time - lots of smiles and giggles - and "watch me Gramma".  They just grow up so fast, and now that we're farther away we need to fit in as much "grandbaby" time as we can when we are there.  Then that evening we had a card buffet for my wonderful Cali customers - I've been posting cards from that event on and off - more this week.  What a great trip!!   See you all soon!  ~Maureen

Personal Post Monday - Gramma Day with Prince

So last month while we were in Prescott I was able to get in a couple Gramma days!!!  Getting these in during the year is going to be a bit more complicated - but I know I can do it :)  So the first was with the great kid - my grandson, Prince.

First stop was Chili's for lunch.  The restaurant there was really big and nice and the food terrific.  Just look at all that food - he was a happy kid.  I had their pulled pork tacos - sounds weird -but they were amazing!!

Next stop was the movies - he and I went to see the new Avengers movie while Papa visited some home improvement stores.  I was not sure I would like the movie - but I actually LOVED it.  Now I want to see them all.

Then Papa picked us up and we headed to the store for a few things...

A quick stop for ice cream...

and of course - a Lego toy.  This kid LOVES his legos.  We had such a nice day - and he is really such an amazing kid.  I have been richly blessed by God with these grandkids of mine.  Can't wait till our next day together.  Love you Prince, Gramma

Gramma Day with Zamarah

So in November I had my first official full Gramma day with Zamarah - she got to pick what she wanted to do - so the first stop was at a local Pizzaria - note that the pizza zlice was almost as big as her - LOL.

Then she wanted to go to the park and feed the ducks - she got a little freaked out at one point when there were about 100 ducks and geese around her - but for the most part she loved it.

Then of course - we played - the jungle gym, the merry-go-round and her fav - the swings!!

Then we spent time at Gramma's snuggling and watching a movie, coloring and journaling. Before heading home we stopped for ice cream treats - and brought them home to share with Jenee, Paisley and Prince.

Fun day - now that she's in AZ - I'm going to really have to plan these Gramma days :)  But I'm sure I can do it.  Love you baby girl!  ~Gramma

Fun with the King Kids

A couple weekends ago we got to spend some time with three of our King grandkids.  Started out with Gramma and Zavian heading out for an ice cream treat as a reward for his hard work on potty training.  He absolutely had to have the BLUE ice cream - hmmmmm-

 But guess this smile showed he LOVED it!

Then the three older kiddos spent the night with Gramma and Papa - here they are in heavy concentration building a castle -

 And all smiles with their finished product.

Had a wonderful time -as always - Love you kiddos!!!  ~Gramma

Special Day with a Special Boy!

Last weekend I had my Gramma Day with Prince.  Lunch - his choice - In and Out!!  Cheeseburger, fries and lemonade - yum!

 That face looks happy to me :)

 Then to the movies to see "Planes" - very cute movie.  In the atrium they had an Iron Man and Super hero display, so we had to snap a picture.  But Prince was glad I did it quickly as he said the Iron Man behind him was "creeping" him out.

 Then we stopped for an ice cream (mint w/rolos) and relaxed in a beautiful shady spot. But it was 90 degrees and the ice cream was melting fast - so headed home as he wanted to save some for later.

 

 It was a wonderful day - he is such a great kid - mature, interesting and always so polite.  I just love spending time with him.  Thanks for a great day Prince!

 

 Finally I had to snap this picture of Paisley at the house making dinner when we got there.  She had told me she was going to start cooking more with her Mommy to learn how - that's how my girls learned - so it was great seeing her cooking away.  Until next time! ~Gramma