Friday, August 16, 2013

HOW ABOUT SOME FUN FOR A FRIDAY MORNING?

Remember that I told you how I quit my job and was getting the house ready to sell?  Well....the first thing I did on my first day as a non-working girl was take my grandson, The Golden Child, on a short vacation.  Fishing was involved.....
A little direction from PawPaw and he was casting like a pro in no time.  But..5 year old boys have the attention span of a gnat.  Especially if there is water around.  
If you wade in too deep and even though you're "not scared" but decide you can't move, you can always count on PawPaw for a deep water rescue!
Unfortunately, we had a lot of rain on our vacation, so we spent a lot of time at an indoor water park, went to see the movie "Planes" on opening day (because we're awesome Grandparents with nerves of steel) and made a trip to Toys-R-Us and purchased a Nintendo DSi for a 5 year old because neither one of us can so "no" to this boy.  He knows it too.  We don't care...he is the "boss of us" and we love it.
Oh....and I got a new car on vacation.  I like big souveniers..LOL!
Okay...it's not so big...but isn't it cute?  I love it..it's a 5 speed and I do love a standard shift.
However, vacation is over, the Golden Child is in school and I have to get back to reality.  Which means getting my house ready to sell.  I've spent the last 2 days working on my deck.  1 day prepping and 1 day staining...until 8:15 last night...ugh!  I'm afraid I need to give it another coat too.   Just waiting for the sun to come up so I can have a look at it in the light of day.  No pictures....because it's boring work.  
I do have something fun to share with you though!!  There's a new link party happening in about 1 hour and I think it's going to be a good one.  My good friend Mel over at Mellywood's Mansion has started a link party and I'm excited for her!  I love a new party and all of the inspiration it brings...so, at 8:00a.m. CST, please head over and show Mel some love, link something up and help make her party a success!
Mellywoods Mansion
Should be fun and I'll be there!  Speaking of inspiration, we have a new theme this month over at the Inspiration Cafe and Natalie from NorthShore Days is kicking it off with a simple kid-inspired project.  Check it out while you're waiting for Mel's party to start!
See you over at Mel's party later this morning!

31 comments:

  1. You have been a busy chick! New Dsi, best grandparents ever! Thanks for the shout out xoxo I'm getting a little nervous!

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  2. WOW. I want to vacation with you! What a fun filled vacation you had. Best of luck packing up the house. I'm off to link up to Mel's party!!!

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  3. What did you name your car? Looks like plenty of memories were made with the Golden Child. Good Luck with the deck.

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  4. The Golden Child is adorable and pretty lucky to have such awesome grandparents! Looks like a fun trip.

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  5. Good for you and the down time, well deserved, you were making some great memories. Love the new car, I prefer a manual transmission also, it looks like you can pack a lot of stuff in the hatchback.

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  6. Sweet car Danni!! When I am reincarnated, I want to come back as your grandchild. I do love me games, and with a DSi, I could game on the go...lol Blah on re-doing decks and school. Vacations rule.

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  7. Love the Golden Child, Danni! But, he looked just a tiny bit "uncomfortable" in the water ;-) And of course, I LOVE your new car ! {not sure whether my car is still my car ..Roy gave his to Cheri and is now using mine!}Dimitri says you're cool ... because of the Nintendo you bought for a 5 year old ..lol!

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  8. Attention span of a gnat. Ha! That's so true!

    And hey...quitting your job AND getting a new ride?? So unfair. I'm just going to live vicariously through you from now on. I used to drive a 5-speed Beetle. I, too, love a good stick. ;)

    Golden Child is adorable. Have fun getting the house prepped, and good luck!!

    -andi

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  9. hehe love that you know who the boss is. :) Also love that your card is a standard! i frequently tell Ryan that I am a much better shifter than he is. Whoa...that sounds like I should be in X-Men or something. Shifter!

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  10. It is the sole job of grandparents to cater to the every whim of small children !
    I was an almost grandparent once to a 2 year old boy who asked me to make a train track every single time I entered his house. At least your gorgeous Golden Child likes to mix up his diversions !!
    Loving your new car Danni and good luck with the house prep !

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  11. Good for you! You deserve some goofing off time with that cute little guy and his PawPaw.

    I have also just returned from a little vacation. I thought my few bottles from the many Finger Lakes wineries and t-shirts were really nice til I saw the freakin' car! No one told me cars could come under the souvenir category. Just wait til my next vacation.

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  12. Great vacation, great car! Retirement is awesome:))

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  13. Wow! Good for you Danni! Looks like you all had a great time. That's my kind of souvenier!

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  14. New Nintendo vs new car... hmmm, who did you say way the boss??? Just kidding, love your new ride and there's nothing like some time off with the ones you love, rain or shine. Golden child is adorable and very lucky to have such fun grand-Ps. Good luck on the prepping and packing.

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  15. A NEW CAR??? Oh my gosh Danni! Oh, I got a new car and I quit my job. I LOVE IT! Cute, Cute grandbaby! You guys sound like the BEST grandparents! Love the fishing pictures! And I linked up to Mel's new linky party.. of course I accidentally linked my mantel to the FAIL... I failed on linking..I'm so computer stupid. Anyhooo, so cool she's having a party and I do have many fails for future links.

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  16. Look how cute the GC is. You would be good grandparents even if you didn't take in a movie on opening day, but holy catz I only did that once before my mantra became "let's wait a week"!.

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  17. I want to bring a new car home for a souvenir. :)

    Your grandson is a cutie. And lol at the deep water rescue. ;)

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  18. Wow sounds like a great vay-cay... other than the rain but it sounds like you made the most of it :) Love the new car too, very cute! I unfortunately have never learned to drive a stick shift.

    So glad you had a good time with your grandson and hubby :)

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  19. Little boys fishing with grandpa always bring a tear to my eye... Golden Boy has some Golden Grandparents.
    You are a wonderful grandma...your little man will always remember the love you gave him and the adventures you shared. Love these pics.
    Don't get a speeding ticket in your new ride and good luck selling the house.

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  20. I LOVE this!!! Look how much fun you guys are having! What a sweet Golden Child you have there!

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  21. Busy, busy, busy :)The guys are just too cute and I love your new "souvenir" :) Hugs!

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  22. 'Love your new ride! The Golden Boy has such a beautiful smile, I wouldn't be able to say 'NO' either! -Marci @ Stone Cottage Adventures

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  23. What a sweet grandson! I wouldn't say no to him either!! Love your new car!! Good luck on the house!!~~Ang

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  24. What a sweet little face! I wouldn't be able to say no to him either. ;)

    Sweet ride too!

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  25. Great times with grand kids are the best! Anytime with grands are the best! And whatdya mean you are selling the house??? I know I have been gone for a few months, but WTH is going on? What all have I missed?
    Congrats on being retired :)

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  26. Don't know how I missed this on Friday Danni!!!
    The attention span of a gnat LMHO....................
    He's too cute - and I can't believe how much older he looks from the last photo you sent me - and it's your job in life
    now to spoil him rotten!!!
    Pretty good work if you can get it :)
    Love your new " snowball "
    XOXO

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  27. Oooh... that is QUITE the souvenir! I love it!

    Reality is always a bit of a shock after fun vacations like that. Is the farm already on the market?

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  28. Sounds like an amazing family bonding time! The attention span of a gnat! Too cute!

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  29. Okay, I know I'm way behind on emails & blogs, I can't believe I didn't know you quit your job and you're selling your home!! I have to do some heavy reading on your blog...wow...congratulations on your retirement, and your new wheels! I love being retired, I hope you do too.
    Such a sweet boy, love his smile. And so lucky to have doting grandparents like you.
    Debbie :)

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  30. I'm playing catch up, too, and love the new wheels! Lucky you. Keep right on spoiling that sweetie. You are awesome grandparents!

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