Supreme Granny Moments

As anybody who blogs knows, sometimes life just gets too busy to blog. ...but recent Granny experiences have been too precious to let get by! So, first, a peek back at the time I got to share with my Munchkins in WA state when I first flew back to the US in early October. I got to tag-team grandparent with the other granny, a.k.a, Grammy, while Ben & Jana went gallivanting off to Presbytery in Minnesota. We had a high old time during that week. I actually think that jet lag only enhanced the experience! Fun, fun, fun! Especially the part when Lauren asked for a glass of wine at week's end and the Parent Units were on their way home :D

Next, I'll blog about the the first Spend-the-Night-at-Granny's this last weekend. Stay tuned!

OH!!! AND I had the priviledge to get Hannah started sewing!! Grand success!

We rejoiced to have Mom back. Lots :)

Jana brought beauty out of chaos

Let's live all the way home.

Beth Moore

Amen to that!

Comments

Nikki Schreiner said…

I love your last few lines here. Jana is SO good at bringing beauty out of chaos! :)

November 16, 2011 at 3:03 AM

Rita Phillips MacLean said…

Your pictures and comments reflect the sweet, beautiful time you had with your grandchildren. No chaos showing at all. You and Lauren did a fabulous job and allowed Jana and Ben some quality time together. How special you both are!

November 21, 2011 at 10:40 PM

Bloggers' Quilt Festival!

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Much Needed New Winter Robe - Vogue 9232

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