Monday, February 27, 2023

Monday's Recap of Last Week...

 



This week is the last one with Jim and Elaine here.  We have had some fun and it has also been nice just spending time together watching TV, cooking dinners, and reminiscing about families and friends.  It is so special having a friend for 60 plus years who knows my family (and I know hers).  We were in school together, in band together, and were in each other's weddings (my first one).  She and Jim will celebrate their 50th anniversary this year. I will miss them and Bella when they leave.

So, here are some photos and some of the things we did last week...

Wednesday was Ash Wednesday.  We all went to my church for the Ash Wednesday service.  Lent has begun.

The Mas Verde group, including Jim & Elaine, went to Shell's for dinner on Thursday.  That's us, way down at the other end of the table.  The food is always good there!



It was very foggy on the way to work on Friday.

I took Jim and Elaine down to Punta Gorda for a Saturday day trip.  They had never been there and I knew they would enjoy the view and the delicious food at The Captain's Table.  I was right!!  It was an enjoyable day and the weather was perfect for a road trip!



Coconut-crusted Mahi-mahi over rice with sauteed veggies. Yum!!

Posing with the pirate is a must!

We went to Fancy Farms for more strawberries and we all had a
strawberry milkshake before we went home.




Strawberry fields...


My church had a Missions Conference Sunday yesterday.  Jim and Elaine went to get Bella from boarding and they did some grocery shopping.  I was a greeter and we also had a potluck after the conference.  It was very well done and it was great hearing from the missions that my church helps to support.  I took pictures before it really got started and didn't take any photos of all the food.  I made two pans of baked ziti with meatballs to take and one for us to have for dinner at home.  There was lots of food, though!



I am working all day, today, so I can have Tuesday off.  We are going to Sarasota for lunch at an Amish restaurant I've been wanting to try.  It should be another fun day trip!!

I am so far behind in reading blogs but will try to catch up a bit this week.  I am missing you!!

Peace & hugs!!






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13 comments:

  1. NanaDianaFebruary 27, 2023 at 8:03 AM

    I am so glad you had such a good time with your friends. I know you will miss them when they are gone...but blessed to have had the time with them. Enjoy your workday. For some reason, 2 or 3 of your photos wouldn't open for me. Have a great week-xo Diana

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  2. MariFebruary 27, 2023 at 8:32 AM

    Good report on your time together. It looks like an enjoyable time for all.
    Nice to be able to work all day today to have tomorrow off.
    PS - I saw Diana's comment about pics not opening and wanted you to know they all opened for me. :)

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  3. ~Lavender Dreamer~February 27, 2023 at 8:44 AM

    You sure are seeing and doing a lot and it's so much fun with friends! The strawberries are so sweet. I made my hubby a milkshake last night! Enjoy your week. Don't worry about visiting blogs....just have fun!

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  4. Jean February 27, 2023 at 8:51 AM

    What a wonderful week!!! The pictures at Punta Gorda are amazing!! And those beautiful strawberry fields! Takes a lot of work to keep them looking like that!

    Will you be eating at Der Dutchman? I have a friend who works there one day a week, but I'm not sure which day.

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    1. Terri DFebruary 27, 2023 at 11:12 AM

      It is the Yoder's restaurant and Amish village. Not sure if Der Dutchman is the name of the restaurant? I will have photos!

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  5. Visits With MaryFebruary 27, 2023 at 10:15 AM

    Good Friends, Good Food, and Good Fun!! You are certainly living the Good Life!! ♥

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  6. CathyFebruary 27, 2023 at 11:19 AM

    Missing you too, but so glad you are having such a good time with your friends.

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  7. SandyFebruary 27, 2023 at 3:15 PM

    I know you wish they could move near you permanently. It is a true blessing to have a friend for that long. My mom has had 2 like that. I do not. Sadly, I didn't keep in touch with many from my youth. I know that is a true blessing. Punta Gorda is on my list after a book I read once. Take care and enjoy your day off tomorrow.

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  8. Martha Jane OrlandoFebruary 27, 2023 at 3:30 PM

    I've sure missed you being here, too, Terri, but am so glad you've had so much fun with Jim and Elaine while they're here. Those are precious moments, for sure!
    Blessings!

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  9. Mevely317February 27, 2023 at 5:57 PM

    So good to hear from you, Terri and know you 3 are thoroughly enjoying your time together! I'm glad Jim and Elaine were finally able to see one of my favorite spots in Punta Gorda. I've heard good things about Sarasota's Amish community, but never made time to visit. Have yourselves a blast!

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  10. Pamela M. SteinerFebruary 27, 2023 at 6:15 PM

    We've been missing YOU too, but we know you are spending time with Jim and Elaine, and that is the most important thing to do right now. But I thank you for this update and to hear all the fun things you've been doing! It all sounds wonderful! Oh, I have some fresh strawberries that I need to do something with, now that you mention strawberries! Gotta enjoy them while they are fresh! (although I bought these at Publix, but they are from Florida). Have a wonderful rest of your visit, and we'll be waiting to hear all about it when you are ready. (((hugs)))

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  11. Chatty CroneFebruary 28, 2023 at 2:06 PM

    I say this looked like you had a great time with friends and ate lots of great food! Love church too.

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  12. WendyMarch 4, 2023 at 11:51 AM

    I'm glad you're having such a good time with your friends Terri.

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