Is it really January 2nd already? We look forward to Christmas and the new year for weeks and weeks beforehand, then WHOOSH - here we are in that new year, marching forward!
I will back up to Wednesday to write about the wonderful time I had with my son's partner/girlfriend, Kali, her parents, and her lifelong best friend, Jaimie.
They came around noon, and we went to Saigon Bistro for lunch. It was so cold (for us!) that we decided to not visit Bonnet Springs Park for a ride around on the trolley. We returned to my house and visited for a while. We were all talking about TV shows we like, and I mentioned The Repair Shop. When Jeff was here, he really liked it. I put an episode on for them while I put our strawberry shortcake together. They all liked the show (even Stuart!), so we ate our dessert in front of the TV and ended up watching three episodes before they decided they needed to leave so they could get home before dark. We 'happy-new-year-ed' and hugged. As they were driving out, I remembered that no one had taken a picture to document the visit. I texted Kali and asked her to take one of all of them and send it to me. She sent these...
Maureen, Kali, Jaimie, and Stuart
Jaimie and Kali have been best friends since Junior High School. They are planning a trip to Europe this year to celebrate their 50th birthdays!
I always enjoy time spent with them! I'm just sorry Kali's sister, Leslie, had to go home before they got to come down my way. I enjoy her company, too.
I did not stay up for the ball to drop. I went to bed around 10:00, and the ball dropped without me. I did wake up to a brand new year, though! Praise God!
I met Cheryl at Miller's Ale House for a New Year's Day lunch. It was nice catching up with her. We sat and talked for another 30 minutes or so after we finished our meals.
Today, I am off to Publix for a few more things I need for my company tonight. My former boss, Danon, his wife, Mali, and our friend Monika are coming for dinner. I'm doing Mexican. Fajitas, tacos, beans and rice, tortillas... You get the idea. I will also have strawberry shortcake for dessert. This is strawberry season, here in central Florida.
Tomorrow, I am off to Punta Gorda for lunch with Tristan, Lauren, and my new grandson-in-law, Jeremy!! So glad Lauren and Jeremy are joining us, too! My Monday post will have pictures. No way will I forget about that!!
Thanks for getting this far!! I appreciate all of you sharing my life through these sometimes ho-hum journal entries. Happy New Year!!
I'm so glad you got to spend time with them. What a beautiful family - I love that photo.
ReplyDeleteWe are still faithfully watching the Repair shop and always enjoy it.
You're so right about time flying, I can't believe we're in 2026 already.
What a precious family. It is hard to believe that it is already the second day of the new year
ReplyDeleteTerri, it sounded like you had a wonderful time with Kali, her parents and her best friend. Hmm, I will have to check out The Repair Shop. I have never heard of it. Enjoy your time with your former boss and his family and your adventure with your grands.
ReplyDeleteWe had Mexican on New Year's Eve which was so good after all the heavy meat meals we've been eating. Sounds like you had a nice time with family and friends and there's more to come. Happy 2026!
ReplyDeleteThose are great photos. It would be fun to visit Europe. Hope they have a good and safe time. Happy New Years! ✨❤️
ReplyDeleteI enjoy the "ho-hum" blog posts, my friend. It is like we are chatting on the phone about our days. Happy and Blessed New Year!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you had a nice time etc. Thanks for the many smiles. Happy New Year my friend.
ReplyDeleteStrawberry Shortcake, YUM! So good to hear you had a good visit, they a are a beautiful family. I did manage to be awake as the New Year came in . . . heard a few firecrackers from the neighborhood, which is a no-no inside city limits. Thankfully they didn't do many and stopped right after midnight. Hope the new year showers you with much happiness.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet visit! No way do Kali and Jaime look like they're turning 50. I'm so glad you told me about The Repair Shop ... we enjoy it, too.
ReplyDeletePS - Your posts are never 'ho-hum'!
The Christmas holidays went by so quickly, I could do with another week before we get back to real like. lol
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you had such a lovely time with Kali, her parents and friend. The Repair Shop is such a great show! What a good start to the year you have had. I love the sound of your dinner tonight! Have a great weekend!
Terri, your blog entries are NEVER "ho-hum!" I enjoy reading about your family and friends, the food you prepare and the places you go. All of your people are beautiful and fun! Thank you for sharing your social life with us.
ReplyDeleteSo wonderful to catch up with you after the holidays, Terri! You have been amazingly busy with family and friends; that's what it's all about. We had a blast with our family being with us over the holidays. It was sad to see them go today, but I do have lots of photos to share in the future. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteOh how wonderful! You certainly have been enjoying lots of company and good food! And so exciting to go see the grandkids/newlyweds tomorrow too! What a blessing for you and them!! You are off to a great start for the New Year! Maybe next week you might need to rest! LOL. Have a great time! Blessings to you and yours.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful family! You have a lot of wonderful friends.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely way to celebrate, with people you enjoy and who enjoy you. :)
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful time with friends/family!!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful family, dear Terri. I am glad that you got to spend time with your family.
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