TK, LOL. I am trying to take it easy. I've been breaking up the project of my landscaping into pieces. One piece a day. So far so good. Taking a break from it today. Just too darned tired and the next step is just too much for today.

Barb, Dustin's in my prayers. Hope you had fun last night.

Sandy, How did the concert go? Hope it was an awesome time.

Renee, hugs and prayers as always for ya.

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LOL, didn't wake up until about 10am today. So have my coffee and looking at the sunshine. Might do some fun and relaxing running around today. Muscles are a little sore so they need a break.

Not working has been rewarding so far. I feel like I'm accomplishing more on a daily basis - even if I have to pick and choose how it gets done. The tired I feel now is more physical than mental, so I'm actually sleeping better.

So hoping the weather stays nice enough for the landscaping gets done before I hug my a/c this summer.

Hi everyone! Had a good time playing bunco last night. We had 2 breaks and ate during each one. It was not a serious game. I ended up with the most wins and won a prize so I may not be invited back.

Fin -- I did not get up this morning until after 9:00 and I am still tired. It must be something in the air I am usually up by 7:30 at the latest.

Sandy -- It looks and sounds like you had a good time at the concert. Happy Anniversary!

Renee -- Still thinking of you

I posted the pics from the concert and the ordeal we had before the concert on the Kid Rock and SandyC thread. It was a blast when all was said and done!!!!!!!!!!!!! So much fun and could do it all over again.

Today is a rest day to say the least. lol

first wave of company from Idaho, just gave them a farm tour, we had a nice visit, and I hooked them up with my contractor, so they can have help building their own house nearby.

and I feel REALLY good about helping to secure future employment for my contractor...

he's been with us for two years, and is practically part of our family by now...

he's been invaluable on everything from animal care in the tropics, to planting the garden, tending the orchards, and learning our way around a foreign country.

luckily, he lives only a block away, so we'll get to still see him, and his wife and 3 kids, but just not every day like before... I will miss having him around daily !!

second wave of guests was last night...

I spruced up the house, swept, mopped, and made everything lovely... was about to hop in the shower, and dress, when they arrived two hours early, LOL !!

luckily, everything was done, but ALAS, that's when I planned my NAP... so, I missed it.

dinner was wonderful, duck, roasted on a bed of tropical fruit, callalou (sorta like spinach), mashed potatoes, and sauteed carrots.

we had a GREAT time, and visited for almost 8 hours, before they returned to their cabin on the river, 20 minutes away...

they're from Florida, still working, and saving up to move here permanently.

the third wave of guests due tomorrow from Illinois, just a quickie tour, and snacks... no big meals or events planned... yippee !!

and the fourth wave will be early next week, another Floridian and her husband... she's kind of famous, having written a book about this area, and her time of living here for a decade, before returning to civilization...

I started corresponding with her online, and now that she's coming to visit, she squeezed us into her itinerary... it will be exciting to meet her and her family !!

the fifth wave will be more online friends, a couple who are planning to relocate here, and gathering ideas, researching and plotting their escape from the hustle and bustle, and their retirement into the jungle.

the reason I do this is threefold... first, contact with people from my former way of life is always interesting... there's things I miss, and things I don't...

I don't miss the "hurry-worry" and the noise and anxiety and freeways and bills, and waiting in lines, you know, that kind of stuff...

BUT... I *do* miss bookstores, and certain treats and sweets...

my guests often bring me treasures, like BOOKS, and CHOCOLATE, of the sort not obtainable here in this remote village by the Guatemala border.

also, many people helped US with invaluable tips and contacts, so, I'm "paying it forward" by helping others.

and, (last but not least) my husband is a wonderful cook, and he always works HARD to make fabulous meals for our guests... which naturally, I benefit from as well, lol !!



I enjoy hanging out and discussing all sorts of things, and while it's good online, it's even *better* in person !!

NaeNae: still praying for you and Olivia... love and hugs honey...

Just checking in real quick. Had a really fun day today with hubby. Nice, sunny, and cool. Ran around and did some stuff.

Hope everyone's doing well.

Hi, how is everyone doing? Jim and I are going to take it easy today and enjoy our 23rd anniversary. I have a tree and some plants to get in the ground but looks like it may rain.

Happy Memorial Day weekend everyone!

Happy Anniversary Sandy!!! Ya'll have a nice, relaxing day.

Happy Anniversary Sandy and Jim! Hope you have a great day!!!!

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Just sitting here waiting for the hubby to get ready. Some friends are coming in from out of town. Haven't seen them for awhile. Going to be fun since our godkids seemed excited about seeing us.

I have a feeling they are going to wear me out, LOL.

Just busting in to say HI FIN!!!! lol. and happy anniversary sandy.

hey folks been sleeping a lot lately sorry

Jim and Sandy congrats Jim you got one to ride the river with

I just thought i best say hello not feeling the best but I think its all these pills I am gonna test something and not take these new pills tomorrow and see

deb and i have a date with rootbear floats in about 20 mints

I truely hope today finds eveyone doing well



peace