Hello and Happy Friday! It is a time to spread some positivity amongst all the doom and gloom on social media and in the news. Please feel free to join in with your own Positivity post.
So much has happened since my last Positivity Wave!
Summer has officially begun, the pool is open, and has lots of use. Grandkids, friends, family and Sherman have all been in.
I have had my last days with Petey and Grandma. Once a week while the older two were in school, we had a day together. School is out and he starts JK in September, so our one on one days are over. I loved those days and we really bonded.
It was Angela’s birthday and we celebrated with two parties. One for family and one for school friends. She loved her Unicorn Birthday Party.
Our first Hicks’ Reunion since 2019 because of Covid. A great time was had by all. We stayed overnight at a hotel with a waterslide and the grandkids had so much fun. I took videos, but they won’t post.
I have enjoyed being able to go to the theatre once again. I have been to see Cinderella, Motown Legends, Gabs Sings Babs, The Crooners, The Dynamic Duos and Five Alarm. It has been wonderful.
A good friend of mine lost her husband last summer, so we have become the “Merry Widows” She has a cottage, so we have spend time there and she is my companion for most of the shows I have gone to. She also comes over a couple of times a week so we can swim, do some day drinking and have dinner together. Great to have a friend that enjoys the same things.
- Visited my 96 year old aunt (she won’t let us take us pictures) for the first time in 7 months. She is not doing well, so I am so glad we got to see her
- Spent time with my brother-in-law who is in long term care. He knew who I was, which was great, and we had a good visit.
- Had lunch with one of my sisters and a good friend. Caught up and shared a lot of laughs.
- Binge-watched The Lincoln Lawyer and loved it. (Thanks Jonetta at Blue Mood Cafe)
- Dog sat both my granddogs over the last month. I love having a dog in the house.
- Have read or listened to so many wonderful books.
- Getting to spend time outside in the sun and in the pool is always a great thing for me.
- Getting my gardens cleaned up: pulled weeds, trimmed bushes, planted flowers
- As always I am thankful for fresh air, clean water, a comfortable bed, healthy food, clothes, Air Conditioning, a car to get places, a home to live in, and all the other creature comforts we take for granted.
Of course, because this is mostly a book blog, I want to leave you with a smile on your face, sharing a joke about books.
I am so blessed and have so many things to feel good about and be grateful for.
What was positive in your life, this week? What are you grateful for?
July 3, 2022 at 11:09 pm
Looks like you’re having great time and many lovely moments with family and friends.
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July 4, 2022 at 5:57 am
It is wonderful to almost get back to normal, Yesha. I have been enjoying myself and am truly blessed.
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July 3, 2022 at 9:47 pm
Carla, I loved reading all your news. You are getting out and visiting and connecting with family and friends. Wonderful!
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July 4, 2022 at 5:55 am
Thanks Jennie. It has been wonderful to get back to almost normal.
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July 4, 2022 at 6:34 pm
You’re welcome, Carla! So glad you’re getting back to normal. 🙂
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July 3, 2022 at 10:34 am
This put a smile on my own face! Glad to see how much positivity you’ve been indulging in lately, Carla. Keep it up and stay safe! 🙂
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July 3, 2022 at 1:12 pm
Thanks Lashaan. I am making the most of getting out and about after all the times we were afraid to do that.
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July 2, 2022 at 9:01 pm
I just love all your photos Carla. Everyone looks so happy but the last one is my favorite. What the heck were you two laughing about?😂😂 What an awesome post my friend! You are truly blessed!!💜💜
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July 2, 2022 at 10:16 pm
I love getting together with everyone again. There is a lot to be happy about. I can’t even remember what we were laughing at. We asked our server to take our picture and she took about 6 and that was one of them. We have a lot of fun together. 😁💖
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July 2, 2022 at 2:39 pm
SO much cool stuff happened. Such a big family! I bet you had loads of fun.
I got to get out of town for a couple of days and just chill. So thankful to have been able to do that.
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July 2, 2022 at 3:34 pm
Getting together with family was long overdue. We had a great time catching up. I’m glad you got away and relaxed.
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July 2, 2022 at 11:48 am
How wonderful to spend so much time with your family, extended family, and friends. If widowhood comes your way, you might as well become a “Merry Widow.” That is such a positive approach to the situation. I’m sure you have been a good support to your friend since she is going down a road you have already traveled. I’m glad you are having such a marvelous summer. (Love the meme!)
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July 2, 2022 at 1:51 pm
Thanks Linda. It’s been so great this summer to share all this with her. We support each other.
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July 1, 2022 at 11:17 pm
I love your photos with your grandchildren. What a nice large family you have. I just love these posts.
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July 2, 2022 at 1:46 pm
Thanks Wendy. This is only a small portion of my husband’s family. I love that they still include us.
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July 1, 2022 at 10:35 pm
You do have a lot of positive waves going on, Carla! We need that and thank you for all the happy photos. Angela’s unicorn birthday parties look wonderful. My granddaughter loves her unicorn outfit also. I’m glad you got to see your 96 year old aunt. I hope she’ll do well.
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July 2, 2022 at 1:38 pm
Thanks Miriam. She is ready to move on, but we shall see how it goes.
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July 2, 2022 at 2:18 pm
It’s always interesting to watch the grandkids, Carla. My granddaughter is into rainbow now.
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July 1, 2022 at 10:17 pm
What a wonderful family Carla. My positivity is my daughter finished NP school so my weeks will not be spent watching the grandkids. (We will get them when we want now). I had all three grandkids overnight last weekend, ate dinner out with my husband and went to the drive in theater, then went on a 3 day trip to Hocking Hills and stayed in a beautiful cabin in the woods with my daughter. We hiked to see two caves, she did my nails, I made her steak dinner and we sat in the hot tub. This was her Mother’s Day gift to me and a celebration of her new NP job. Have a wonderful holiday weekend Carla.
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July 2, 2022 at 1:35 pm
What wonderful news, Diane. Cogratulations to your daughter. It sounds like you had a wonderful weekend. I’m sure it will be great to have some time without your grandchildren all the time, but you’ll miss them. Have a wonderful holiday weekend.
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July 1, 2022 at 9:16 pm
Our grand dog swims with us also! Our pool guy isn’t too happy about that since he’s a golden retriever! Lots of hair! I love your positivity posts! Thanks for sharing!
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July 1, 2022 at 9:45 pm
My son’s dog isn’t allowed in because he sheds so much, it would plug up the filter. Thanks Carol.
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July 1, 2022 at 7:29 pm
Love your photo Carla. You look so happy. ♥
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July 1, 2022 at 7:30 pm
We were having so much fun. Laughing is the best medicine.
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July 1, 2022 at 5:07 pm
I’m grateful for posts that cheer me and make me smile. 😉
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July 1, 2022 at 5:57 pm
I’m glad my post made you smile, Judy.
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July 1, 2022 at 4:45 pm
I love the positivity of these posts Carla! How nice for you to have family and a best friend to do things with. I’m thankful we got away for a few days with my family (including my parents both in their 80s) and had a wonderful time making new memories. Have a lovely week!
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July 1, 2022 at 4:59 pm
Spending time with family is always wonderful. I am glad you get to spend time with your parents, cherish those moments, Jodie.
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