I love being 50

I turned 50 on the 10th. What fun. We went out for breakfast, then out for dinner. I received wonderful gifts and many thoughtful and funny cards. A cell phone holder & chocolates from Anita. 50 roses from Gretchen. Two plants from Joe and Jared (a beautiful yellow orchid which looks like dresses)and a rhododendron. A beautiful globe from my brother Mitch, Lori and their family (it rotates in the same direction of the earth). Wine and promise of something knit from Tammy & Dean. Two $50 bills. A pretty pin from Lori and a hula hoop from Sam at work. I received a fine visit from my father in law and so much more. We even had lemon meringue pie and other treats at work.

I've been bad at getting to my blog. I'm back to work and time sifts through my fingers faster than ever. I had tea with Janeal and lunch with Glenn. I love watching the Olympics. I've seen to a couple movies.

Things coming up include a trip to the State Fair on Friday. A trip to Kansas City, MO planned for work in mid September and I'm working on several events in October. I'm planning a Ducks Unlimited Event with Chapter 256 on October 9, a Tea on October 18 and a trip to Hawaii (to continue with my turning 50 celebration). Life is good.

This last week was a blur

On Wednesday I went to tea with Janeal at the Avalon room. On Thursday I found myself back at work to attend a couple meetings on Thursday. We saw the Mummy movie, but wasn't overly impressed. On Friday I drove up north for a girls weekend. What fun. The weather was perfect, the food was great, and the company wonderful. The weekend included my other favorite things as well, loons and bonfires. Upon my return Joe and I went out to eat on Sunday. I'll be going into the office tomorrow (Wednesday). I'll be back to work full time all too soon (probably 8/18).

A busy movie weekend

I love three movie weekends. As I mentioned previously I saw Step Brothers with Jared & Gretchen. Then I saw Mama Mia and the X Files with Anita. Mama Mia was great fun for anyone who likes musicals. The X Files was a bit of a disappointment (no aliens). I was sad to hear of Randy Paush's death. I enjoyed his book "The last lecture." I plan to take a look at it again. To see his lecture check out HERE for the long version (90 min) or http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/LastLecture/?gclid=CK-8yof-4pQCFQcqIgodrwzYRQ for a shorter Good Morning America version.

Back to work for a day

On Thursday, I ventured into the office and spent the day there. It was great to see everyone again. It was Lori's birthday so I took her to Lunch. I also attended a spending plan meeting in the morning and an awards committee meeting in the afternoon. I have been keeping in touch a bit via email. So much to do, so little time.

On Wednesday evening I went to a Duck Unlimited planning meeting. Our event is going to be on Thursday, October 9. The fine ladies of Lumen Christi asked if I would be interested in having a tea in their community room on Saturday, October 18. I said yes. October is sure to be a crazy month.

Today, Jared, Gretchen and I went to see the movie Step Brothers. It was entertaining, if you can handle that kind of childish humor. I'm feeling good, but didn't get a walk in today because it rained this morning. I'll have to make a date with Wii Fit.

The doctor says I'm curred.

Today I went for my four week follow up check up with my surgeon. She said all looks great and that I don't need to go back to MN Oncology (Yippee). I'm still under some restrictions for the next two to four weeks (lifting, etc.).

Today was my dad's birthday. After my doctor's appointment Joe and I picked up pizza's and we met at mom and dad's for a great dinner. Gretchen made a great Jello salad and cheese bread. Terri brought a salad and mom made her fabulous chocolate cake. We had a great time.

Monday evening Jared, Gretchen and I met with Terri, Dianna and Robin and ended up having dinner at the casino. Another fun evening. Before we left, we had a visit from Glenn (Joe's dad) on his way home from the doctor's office. His hip problem was confirmed, which was actually good news, so now action can be taken. In the morning my sister Kerri and I met to walk a bit by Rice lake. Lots of fun. I've been keeping busy.

and the gifts just keep on coming

I had lunch with a few of the girls from work on Thursday. It was great to see them and get caught up on things. They gave me another office gift in two large gift bags. Things to keep me occupied. I got all kinds of things including cookies, a box of chocolates, mints, books, pedicure things, toys, tea trinket boxes, candles, basically way too many things for me to even list. Another great gift.

I also received a cute backscratcher on an extension that goes out and in (the end resembles a curved fork, long story) sent to me in the mail from Nancy. Another fun surprise.

Jared purchased tickets to see the 12:02 showing of the "The Dark Night." It was fun to go with him and a couple friends. A great movie, but very dark and sometimes frightening.

The weekend was relaxing, I got a lot of rest in on Friday and Saturday. Walking each day. Sunday was a big day. My sister Terri joined us for breakfast then came to the house and ended up helping me out with a few things. Then we had a double birthday party at my mother-in-law-house for a niece and nephew (Danielle and Jes). My niece Chevis and her family moved back to MN from IL this week, so it was great to see all of them too. Things are always changing. Lots of things to come.

A Wonderful Wensday

I often meet my sisters and mom for dinner on Wednesday evenings. Tonight we drove to St. Cloud and met Janaya and Braxton. We ate at the Olive Garden. We had a great visit and ended up doing a little shopping at Kohls. Joe and Jared got a couple new shirts out of the deal. It's always lots of fun. Braxton is growing and changing all the time.