Sunday morning we were at Edgewater Church by 9:10 and had lots of time to chat with friends before the 9:30 service. We are blessed here with such a fantastic church family. After the inspiring service and wonderful music Susan joined us for breakfast. Denny's had a 25 minute wait, so Susan suggested Hometown, a small Breakfast/Lunch Cafe very close to our condo. What a delicious breakfast at a very reasonable price and they offered great service. We will definitely go there again!
Susan was interested in seeing the location of our condo community and to check out what we had done since arriving. She and her husband only moved to this area of Florida in December after living near Orlando for numerous years. She has done a lot of thrift store shopping and furniture painting since they purchased their home here, so she was excited to offer me some assistance in finding some bargains. We will plan to do that when we return sometime in September. Ken and I really appreciate her spirit of service for friends and the church!
Ken and I both rested after she left and at 4:00 Rick and Joyce arrived to spend the evening. We chatted for quite a while and then we made salads and had the leftover chicken cacciatore from when Melissa and Chuck were here. Then it was time for the game playing. The women won Pinochle but the men were victorious in Skip-Bo. What a fun evening with such special friends. We admire how they are always willing to help people with so many different projects, including jobs here at the Condo. We are going to miss them when we return to PA!
They left around 9:45 and we went right to bed! It has been another great day!
Today, Monday, we met Joe and Carolyn at Denny's for an 8:30 breakfast. This is another couple that we have met through the church and the Food Pantry. We had a very nice visit and look forward to seeing each other again in the fall!
From there Ken and I went to the office of Empire Electric to express our concerns over the work that was done at our Condo. We met with the owner's wife and she couldn't have been any nicer or accommodating. She was so apologetic for all that transpired and immediately said she doesn't want us to pay any portion of the bill until the entire job is completed to our satisfaction including the drywall. Wow! She also contacted her husband and he will be stopping at the condo to see us a little later.
We returned to the condo and Jeff stopped by as planned and we had a good conversation. He agreed that we should pay nothing until the drywall is repaired when we return in September. So, we were impressed with the owners of the company and how they want us to be pleased with their service. We told Jeff the best thing he could do was have the people in his company do better with communication with their customers!
Ken and I spent the rest of the day getting ready for our departure tomorrow. I did wash and we packed up everything with Ken loading what he could in the CRV. Somethings will have to wait until tomorrow morning due to the heat. Ken also talked to Lloyd in PA for some further info on closing up our "home" before leaving for 3 months and stopped by the office to make sure we had done everything necessary for their files and records. Can't believe our time here has ended already, but we are thrilled with all that we accomplished.
We had a light dinner using up most of the items that were in our refrigerator because we will disconnect it when we leave tomorrow. Did all that we could before we head out in the morning. We played 2 games of Pinochle and we each won a game. Bed by 9 to do some reading.
Earlier Ken had a nice phone conversation with Burt in Maine. He is on the road to recovery following hip replacement surgery. Looking forward to seeing he and Pat again this winter here in Florida. They will actually be our neighbors because they have a Condo in this same community! After visiting them and seeing there unit Ken knew this is where he would like to live while in Florida, so they are the reason we purchased here! Thanks, Burt and Pat!!!!
Monday, June 17, 2019
Saturday, June 15, 2019
Friday and Saturday - More Hot, Humid Days
After breakfast, Ken and I were off to help at the Food Pantry at Edgewater Church. I was excited to see several of the women that were not there last week and spend some time talking with them! We did not have as much food for the clients that we normally have, but not as many people came today so it was fine! After taking 3 people around, I left to run some errands including some food needed for when Chuck and Melissa arrived later in the day.
I also stopped at the Humane League Thrift Shop where I purchased a small shell lamp, a holder for my sharp knives and a container for the master bath. I stopped by the condo to put the refrigerator items away before returning to the church. No one came after around 11:45 and we don't close until 12:30, so there was time to chat. After cleaning up, Ken and I left at 12:45 and came back to the Condo. We had lunch and Ken rested while I did some reading and put chicken cacciatore in our crockpot. I was working on a cardholder when Chuck and Melissa arrived at 2:30. It was so wonderful to see them again and be able to spend about 24 hours together. We so appreciated their willingness to drive 3+ hours so we could enjoy time together. They are such special friends.
Obviously we spent time chatting and catching up on our lives including what is going on with our children, my parents, and Melissa's mother. Several years ago we took a 2 month "leaf tour" in our motorhomes going from Canada to see Ernie and Noela and ending the trip in Florida. During that journey we stopped to visit and spend time with each others children and parents. It was a very special time! After "catching up on life" it was time for dinner and I had decided to cook so we could stay in for the evening and play games which we always like to do. So, Melissa and I made individual salads to have with our pasta.
After dinner, we played 3 games of Pinochle stopping to have dessert after the 2nd game - Key Lime Pie from Publix (YUM!) We ended the evening around 10:30 with the women winning 2 of the 3 games and Skip-Bo.
After getting ready and having breakfast the 4 of us walked around some of the property here at the condo.
We drove to Venice to have a scone at the Upper Crust, something we had done numerous times when we camped together in this area. They were definitely as good as always especially when you spread on the Devonshire Cream. There was a craft show downtown, so we walked through it but didn't come away with any packages.
Several weeks ago Ken had seen a show on Italy and they talked about the making of Espresso. We passed a Coffee Shop that offered it and he thought Chuck and him should give it a try. The lady that made it was a "hoot" and enjoyed having fun with the "boys"! I was surprised but Ken actually liked it!
After leaving downtown Venice, we drove to check out the new winter training stadium for the Atlanta Braves outside of North Port off River Road - a rather amazing property.
We were back to the Condo by 1:30 and had a few snacks while playing 2 more games of Pinochle which were won by the guys. They also won the Skip-Bo game. It definitely was their day!
At 3:30 we drove to Jason's Deli where we all enjoyed their salad bar. We said our good-byes and they were on there way back to The Villages by 4:30. We are so excited that we will all be in this area this fall and winter and be able to spend more time together. Reminiscing about our many days of traveling together in our motorhomes (150 days 2 years in a row) brings us so much joy and makes us feel so blessed.
Ken and I rested when we returned to the condo and did some reading. I downloaded photos, worked on this blog, and worked on a cardholder. Ken did some prep work on his phone for sending his devotions to numerous of his CR brothers! It was later night for the Hoslers only getting to bed around 10! Looking forward to seeing our friends at Edgewater tomorrow and hopefully spending time with Rick and Joyce! We are so blessed!
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| Cereal, dry goods, and veggies! |
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| So many good looking desserts and even boxes of candy! |
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| Each person gets a bag of canned items, "surprise" items, and water! |
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| Edgewater Church also has a bike ministry and gives many free bikes to the homeless. They will do 3 free repairs also to the bike owners! |
I also stopped at the Humane League Thrift Shop where I purchased a small shell lamp, a holder for my sharp knives and a container for the master bath. I stopped by the condo to put the refrigerator items away before returning to the church. No one came after around 11:45 and we don't close until 12:30, so there was time to chat. After cleaning up, Ken and I left at 12:45 and came back to the Condo. We had lunch and Ken rested while I did some reading and put chicken cacciatore in our crockpot. I was working on a cardholder when Chuck and Melissa arrived at 2:30. It was so wonderful to see them again and be able to spend about 24 hours together. We so appreciated their willingness to drive 3+ hours so we could enjoy time together. They are such special friends.
Obviously we spent time chatting and catching up on our lives including what is going on with our children, my parents, and Melissa's mother. Several years ago we took a 2 month "leaf tour" in our motorhomes going from Canada to see Ernie and Noela and ending the trip in Florida. During that journey we stopped to visit and spend time with each others children and parents. It was a very special time! After "catching up on life" it was time for dinner and I had decided to cook so we could stay in for the evening and play games which we always like to do. So, Melissa and I made individual salads to have with our pasta.
After dinner, we played 3 games of Pinochle stopping to have dessert after the 2nd game - Key Lime Pie from Publix (YUM!) We ended the evening around 10:30 with the women winning 2 of the 3 games and Skip-Bo.
After getting ready and having breakfast the 4 of us walked around some of the property here at the condo.
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| There is lots of gorgeous, mature landscaping! |
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| This is one huge palm! |
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| Lots of large live oaks with Spanish moss here at our community - Oaks I and II! |
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| The front of our building! |
We drove to Venice to have a scone at the Upper Crust, something we had done numerous times when we camped together in this area. They were definitely as good as always especially when you spread on the Devonshire Cream. There was a craft show downtown, so we walked through it but didn't come away with any packages.
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| Smiling faces when eating those delicious blueberry and raspberry scones, but the Devonshire Cream is a must! |
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| Busy craft show but it was so hot in the sunshine and with all the folks so close together! |
Several weeks ago Ken had seen a show on Italy and they talked about the making of Espresso. We passed a Coffee Shop that offered it and he thought Chuck and him should give it a try. The lady that made it was a "hoot" and enjoyed having fun with the "boys"! I was surprised but Ken actually liked it!
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| Ken and Chuck's 1st experiences with Espresso! |
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| Cheers to the boys! |
After leaving downtown Venice, we drove to check out the new winter training stadium for the Atlanta Braves outside of North Port off River Road - a rather amazing property.
We were back to the Condo by 1:30 and had a few snacks while playing 2 more games of Pinochle which were won by the guys. They also won the Skip-Bo game. It definitely was their day!
At 3:30 we drove to Jason's Deli where we all enjoyed their salad bar. We said our good-byes and they were on there way back to The Villages by 4:30. We are so excited that we will all be in this area this fall and winter and be able to spend more time together. Reminiscing about our many days of traveling together in our motorhomes (150 days 2 years in a row) brings us so much joy and makes us feel so blessed.
Ken and I rested when we returned to the condo and did some reading. I downloaded photos, worked on this blog, and worked on a cardholder. Ken did some prep work on his phone for sending his devotions to numerous of his CR brothers! It was later night for the Hoslers only getting to bed around 10! Looking forward to seeing our friends at Edgewater tomorrow and hopefully spending time with Rick and Joyce! We are so blessed!
Thursday, June 13, 2019
Thursday - Hot and Humid Like All the Other Days!
Ken was up early to enjoy reading on the screened porch. I rose by 6:45 to do my stretches and get ready for the day. I helped Ken with his breakfast and we had time to have coffee and chai outside.
At 8:30 the manager from Empire Electric stopped by to check on our electrical box repairs. I don't believe he was overly thrilled especially with the drywall situation. We agreed to let Marco finish the job including the drywall, but Larry, the manager, guaranteed that if we are not completely satisfied he will have a professional drywaller come and do the job to our satisfaction. So, we will wait and see if Marco does finish the job correctly!
Ken left to help at the Food Pantry from 9 to 11:30 and at 9:30 they arrived from Kane's furniture with our new sofa and 2 reclining chairs. I was a bit apprehensive until I saw the new pieces in our Condo but I love them and all of it is so comfortable! Hallelujah! I did some devotions and clean-up and then had a wonderful phone conversation with Donna who lives in Pottsville, PA. We had met her and Bill when camping here in Florida and really enjoy their company! They are trying to sell their motorhome when they return to Florida this coming winter. We plan to get together when we are all here.
After lunch, Ken and I both decided to rest for a little and then I had Ken take new photos of the Condo with the improvements we have made! Things are slowly coming together. The LR still needs tables and lamps, but all in all I am very pleased with all we have accomplished in 1 week!
Here are some new photos -
Ken made a phone call to the Eicher Arts Center in Ephrata, PA to reserve it for our 50th Wedding Anniversary Celebration which will take place on Sunday, October 27th - how exciting! I can't believe we have been married that long. I think I was 10 when we got married!!!!!
We made salads and had leftover Mexican for dinner. Ken has a large lead in Hand and Foot after 3 rounds. He did some work on his I-Pad and I did worked on some cardholders. I can't believe I never left the Condo today. Both of us are happy for some slower days!
At 8:30 the manager from Empire Electric stopped by to check on our electrical box repairs. I don't believe he was overly thrilled especially with the drywall situation. We agreed to let Marco finish the job including the drywall, but Larry, the manager, guaranteed that if we are not completely satisfied he will have a professional drywaller come and do the job to our satisfaction. So, we will wait and see if Marco does finish the job correctly!
Ken left to help at the Food Pantry from 9 to 11:30 and at 9:30 they arrived from Kane's furniture with our new sofa and 2 reclining chairs. I was a bit apprehensive until I saw the new pieces in our Condo but I love them and all of it is so comfortable! Hallelujah! I did some devotions and clean-up and then had a wonderful phone conversation with Donna who lives in Pottsville, PA. We had met her and Bill when camping here in Florida and really enjoy their company! They are trying to sell their motorhome when they return to Florida this coming winter. We plan to get together when we are all here.
After lunch, Ken and I both decided to rest for a little and then I had Ken take new photos of the Condo with the improvements we have made! Things are slowly coming together. The LR still needs tables and lamps, but all in all I am very pleased with all we have accomplished in 1 week!
Here are some new photos -
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| There are seashells on the shams in the MBR! |
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| I found these rather "whimsical" seashell lights! |
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| Large Master Shower! |
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| Love the wicker headboards I spray painted for the guest BR! |
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| Looking across the hall to the guest Bath! |
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| Our new LR furniture looks a bit "naked" without tables and lamps. That will happen, but just not now!!!! |
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| Nice view from the LR! |
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| We enjoy the nice open area! We even have a place to work on our computer! |
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| So glad they removed the 4 cabinets between the DR and Kitchen when they remodeled to give it such an open feeling! |
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| So much cabinetry compared to Wilbur! |
Ken made a phone call to the Eicher Arts Center in Ephrata, PA to reserve it for our 50th Wedding Anniversary Celebration which will take place on Sunday, October 27th - how exciting! I can't believe we have been married that long. I think I was 10 when we got married!!!!!
We made salads and had leftover Mexican for dinner. Ken has a large lead in Hand and Foot after 3 rounds. He did some work on his I-Pad and I did worked on some cardholders. I can't believe I never left the Condo today. Both of us are happy for some slower days!
Wednesday, June 12, 2019
Wednesday - Warm and Sunny Again!
Ken and I had debated this morning if we should call the electric company again with our concerns, but at 8:30 the county electrical inspector arrived to approve yesterday's work. He was unaware that the job hadn't been completed. But, he found many infractions which he e-mailed to the company. In Marco's defense (we always try to support the underdog!) he really hadn't finished the job, so some of the items probably just weren't done!
By 10:30 Marco was back to address all the issues and finish the job, including starting the "patch job" on the textured wall. So, Ken and I left for about 3 hours while he "did his thing"! Marco talks to himself while he works and it's a lot of negative words which positively drives Ken crazy, so it was good we left. I was still having difficulty walking, so bless his heart, Ken did the shopping and returns at Wal-Mart and the grocery store while I waited in the car. It gave me a great opportunity to talk to Lanie, leave a message for Jamie, and talk to Joyce! We did stop at Chipotle again for lunch and to have leftovers for the next 2 nights - they give you so much! When we returned, Marco had just finished including doing the 1st coat on the drywall. He said he will return tomorrow to complete the "patch job"!
Ken and I both did some reading and then it was nap time! We had to sleep in our beds because we have no furniture in the LR! We had leftovers for dinner and then Ken spray painted the lamp in the guest bedroom. We played a game of Pinochle because we have no TV (Ken won) and then I headed to bed to talk to my sister. We had a nice long conversation. Ken spent time looking on Amazon for a gift for our friend's son, Dustin, who is retiring from the Navy. It was lights out by 10:15.
By 10:30 Marco was back to address all the issues and finish the job, including starting the "patch job" on the textured wall. So, Ken and I left for about 3 hours while he "did his thing"! Marco talks to himself while he works and it's a lot of negative words which positively drives Ken crazy, so it was good we left. I was still having difficulty walking, so bless his heart, Ken did the shopping and returns at Wal-Mart and the grocery store while I waited in the car. It gave me a great opportunity to talk to Lanie, leave a message for Jamie, and talk to Joyce! We did stop at Chipotle again for lunch and to have leftovers for the next 2 nights - they give you so much! When we returned, Marco had just finished including doing the 1st coat on the drywall. He said he will return tomorrow to complete the "patch job"!
Ken and I both did some reading and then it was nap time! We had to sleep in our beds because we have no furniture in the LR! We had leftovers for dinner and then Ken spray painted the lamp in the guest bedroom. We played a game of Pinochle because we have no TV (Ken won) and then I headed to bed to talk to my sister. We had a nice long conversation. Ken spent time looking on Amazon for a gift for our friend's son, Dustin, who is retiring from the Navy. It was lights out by 10:15.
Tuesday, June 11, 2019
Tuesday - More Sunshine!
Ken was up before me as usual to read and enjoy the peace and quiet. At 9:00 the electrician came who will install our new panel box because the original one is old and questionable. Long story short, Ken wasn't comfortable with this gentleman because of a few comments he made and he was only with the company 1 month. He left to get some supplies and Ken decided to call his boss to get some assurance that all was on the "up and up"! He told Ken that Marco would do a good job and the company would stand by his work.
So, upon Marco's return, we left for about 5 hours to run some errands and get lunch. Ken was such a trooper going in and out of stores considering he is not a shopper. When we returned, we were not very happy. Marco was not able to finish the project today and the drywall really cracked when he removed the old box. He said no problem, he knows how to fix drywall and will take care of it. We decided to extend him "grace" and he said he would return tomorrow.
At 3:00 Rick and Joyce arrived and what a blessing to have their help. Ken and Rick loaded the furniture we decided to give to Habitat for Humanity in our car and it took 3 trips to get everything there. Joyce and I went to a consignment shop in North Port and to Kirklands to see if I could find tables for the LR - no success! I guess because of all the spray painting yesterday and the shopping in many stores, I had a very tough time walking today and my right leg ached.
When we returned to the Condo, the "boys" were busy hooking the newly painted wicker headboards to the twin beds in the guest bedroom - they look great! Then Rick and Joyce worked together trying to figure out a way to hang the light we had purchased above the DR table. What should have been a 1 hour project took 3 because of not being able to wire it directly into the ceiling (not allowed) and a cord being needed. Now a days, lights are not made to be hung that way. Halfway through the project Ken and I went for pizza while they went to Lowe's to find a way to make the adaptions necessary to hang the light. Rick and Joyce actually figured out a way to do without any outside help - they are amazing. By 8 all the projects were done and they were on their way back to Venice. We are so grateful for friends like Rick and Joyce!
Ken did some work on his I-Pad and I headed to bed to give my leg a rest. Ken and I agreed that tomorrow will be a low key day without a schedule of things to do. We need it!
So, upon Marco's return, we left for about 5 hours to run some errands and get lunch. Ken was such a trooper going in and out of stores considering he is not a shopper. When we returned, we were not very happy. Marco was not able to finish the project today and the drywall really cracked when he removed the old box. He said no problem, he knows how to fix drywall and will take care of it. We decided to extend him "grace" and he said he would return tomorrow.
At 3:00 Rick and Joyce arrived and what a blessing to have their help. Ken and Rick loaded the furniture we decided to give to Habitat for Humanity in our car and it took 3 trips to get everything there. Joyce and I went to a consignment shop in North Port and to Kirklands to see if I could find tables for the LR - no success! I guess because of all the spray painting yesterday and the shopping in many stores, I had a very tough time walking today and my right leg ached.
When we returned to the Condo, the "boys" were busy hooking the newly painted wicker headboards to the twin beds in the guest bedroom - they look great! Then Rick and Joyce worked together trying to figure out a way to hang the light we had purchased above the DR table. What should have been a 1 hour project took 3 because of not being able to wire it directly into the ceiling (not allowed) and a cord being needed. Now a days, lights are not made to be hung that way. Halfway through the project Ken and I went for pizza while they went to Lowe's to find a way to make the adaptions necessary to hang the light. Rick and Joyce actually figured out a way to do without any outside help - they are amazing. By 8 all the projects were done and they were on their way back to Venice. We are so grateful for friends like Rick and Joyce!
Ken did some work on his I-Pad and I headed to bed to give my leg a rest. Ken and I agreed that tomorrow will be a low key day without a schedule of things to do. We need it!
Monday - Another Hot, Humid Day, but So Nice!
Ken was up about 2 hours before me and did his reading and devotions sitting in the screened in porch. I have been having rather restless nights due to some leg pain from my scoliosis - not fun! I definitely need to see the pain management Dr. when I return to PA. He did wake me when he came to the BR to get the camera, for while reading, he saw the "resident alligator" in the small canal behind our property. He was so excited. We weren't sure there would be any in that area, but now we know!!!!
After breakfast, Ken decided to take a long walk while I got ready and did some laundry (the new towels I had bought!). He stopped to talk with our homeowners insurance agent to make sure we had what we needed. Upon his return, we ate lunch and then Ken, being such a good sport, went with me to return the towels I had just washed for one of them came apart in the wash (the side hem frayed apart!) Then he stayed in the car while I went into Wal-Mart to return some unneeded items and buy some spray paint for the wicker headboards we had bought at the Thrift Store.
When we got back we began the process of spraying the headboards, but ran out of paint. So again, being the good sport, Ken drove to Wal-Mart to get 2 more cans while I prepped for dinner. We finished the painting when he returned, ate dinner, and then he went to Celebrate Recovery. I washed the new towels I got today and played on my tablet - I was tired.
Spent some time working on this blog before going to bed. It has been another busy day.
Just a few photos of some of the changes we made to the BR's and baths and the current LR and DR areas. The new furniture gets delivered on Thursday for the LR so new photos soon! Things are coming together and it is starting to feel like home.
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| I think we will name him "Wilbur"!!!!! |
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| He's a large one! |
After breakfast, Ken decided to take a long walk while I got ready and did some laundry (the new towels I had bought!). He stopped to talk with our homeowners insurance agent to make sure we had what we needed. Upon his return, we ate lunch and then Ken, being such a good sport, went with me to return the towels I had just washed for one of them came apart in the wash (the side hem frayed apart!) Then he stayed in the car while I went into Wal-Mart to return some unneeded items and buy some spray paint for the wicker headboards we had bought at the Thrift Store.
When we got back we began the process of spraying the headboards, but ran out of paint. So again, being the good sport, Ken drove to Wal-Mart to get 2 more cans while I prepped for dinner. We finished the painting when he returned, ate dinner, and then he went to Celebrate Recovery. I washed the new towels I got today and played on my tablet - I was tired.
Spent some time working on this blog before going to bed. It has been another busy day.
Just a few photos of some of the changes we made to the BR's and baths and the current LR and DR areas. The new furniture gets delivered on Thursday for the LR so new photos soon! Things are coming together and it is starting to feel like home.
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| This area will soon have a total new look minus tables! |
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| When the kitchen was redone, they didn't put the 4 cabinets back that separated the kitchen from the dining area. Makes it look so open and much larger! |
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| I am getting new lights for the nightstands and changing the curtains. You will see that soon! |
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| Leading to the Master Bath. |
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| New bedding but without the headboards we painted yesterday! I am excited to see the difference they will make! |
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| Will show you the new look in the guest bathroom another day! |
Sunday, June 9, 2019
Saturday and Sunday - More Hot, Humid Days, but it's Florida!
Saturday was another beautiful day and after breakfast, we decided to do some additional furniture shopping, because up until now we haven't been very successful. So with Joyce's recommendation, we went to Kane's. Althea was a wonderful salesperson and we were able to find a very comfortable sofa and 2 chairs.
We decided to go to 2 additional places to be certain we were happy with the chairs and then went home to have lunch and do more talking and thinking about our decision. Ken stayed home and I headed back to Kane's to order the sofa and chairs but then got a bit "carried away" and ordered the coffee table and 2 end tables we had also liked. Everything will be delivered on Thursday - hallelujah!
Rick and Joyce arrived at 4 and they checked out what we had done since they were here on Wednesday. I had put chicken in the crockpot for dinner and also roasted some potatoes, made salad, and they brought corn on the cob. It was a delicious dinner if I do say so myself and we entertained our 1st house guests in our new abode!
We spent the remainder of the evening playing Hand and Foot and the men were victorious. They left around 9 and Ken and I went right to bed.
Sunday morning we were at Edgewater Church by 9:15 and it was a great reunion seeing many of our friends that we spent time with in the winter months. We were thrilled that Bob and Pat were able to be there because both of them have had some major health challenges.
After the service we met Joe and Carolyn at Denny's for breakfast and then they came back to the Condo. We told them they were welcome to come see it, but they need to return when we get the furniture replaced and the decorating completed which probably won't be until next winter! We had a very nice visit and when they left around 3. We got a phone call from Kane's and Ken and I were both in agreement that we would cancel the tables for now and hope to find some at the many thrift stores in the area. That was a good decision! I headed out to get towels, rugs and a shower curtain for the guest bath (Ken's too when no one is visiting!) Finally I was able to find almost everything I was looking for. I even found the right colored towels for the Master Bath.
We made salads for dinner and then both of us spent the rest of the evening calling our friends and catching up on life! It was a good day!
We decided to go to 2 additional places to be certain we were happy with the chairs and then went home to have lunch and do more talking and thinking about our decision. Ken stayed home and I headed back to Kane's to order the sofa and chairs but then got a bit "carried away" and ordered the coffee table and 2 end tables we had also liked. Everything will be delivered on Thursday - hallelujah!
Rick and Joyce arrived at 4 and they checked out what we had done since they were here on Wednesday. I had put chicken in the crockpot for dinner and also roasted some potatoes, made salad, and they brought corn on the cob. It was a delicious dinner if I do say so myself and we entertained our 1st house guests in our new abode!
We spent the remainder of the evening playing Hand and Foot and the men were victorious. They left around 9 and Ken and I went right to bed.
Sunday morning we were at Edgewater Church by 9:15 and it was a great reunion seeing many of our friends that we spent time with in the winter months. We were thrilled that Bob and Pat were able to be there because both of them have had some major health challenges.
After the service we met Joe and Carolyn at Denny's for breakfast and then they came back to the Condo. We told them they were welcome to come see it, but they need to return when we get the furniture replaced and the decorating completed which probably won't be until next winter! We had a very nice visit and when they left around 3. We got a phone call from Kane's and Ken and I were both in agreement that we would cancel the tables for now and hope to find some at the many thrift stores in the area. That was a good decision! I headed out to get towels, rugs and a shower curtain for the guest bath (Ken's too when no one is visiting!) Finally I was able to find almost everything I was looking for. I even found the right colored towels for the Master Bath.
We made salads for dinner and then both of us spent the rest of the evening calling our friends and catching up on life! It was a good day!
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