Sunday Sayings . . .

Wishing you love and light during these uncertain times ~ Wendy

A Weekend Getaway . . .

My honey and I spent this past weekend away in the Poconos in Pennsylvania.  When I tell you it was much needed, it was MUCH NEEDED.  No kids.  No pets.  No interrupted conversations.  No one crawling in bed between us at 2 am.  We stayed at the Cove Haven which is a "couples only" resort on a beautiful lake.  It is barely two hours away from our house which is perfect in my book.  We had the best time!!! 

I think you get the picture.  : )

Jim had two vases of flowers waiting for me in the room.  One was full of wildflowers and the other had daisies which are my two favorite kinds of flowers.  We had chocolate covered strawberries, a heart-shaped jacuzzi, a sauna for two and a pool in our room.  Other then the pool, I think my favorite part of the room was the ceiling above the bed.  When the lights were out, it was filled with tons of little twinkling lights that looked like stars.  I told Jim I felt like we were trapped in I Dream of Jeannie's bottle when we were laying in bed.  : )

Above is a photo of the van you called if you didn't feel like taking your car or walking to the different events that were going on throughout the weekend.  I laughed my ass off when I saw this.  Sooo cheesy which made it sooo wonderful!!!!!

A little more cheesiness for your enjoyment!!  . . .

On Friday night, we had a delicious dinner and then went across the street to "Spooners" where they had a bar and a DJ.  We also discovered something new about each other.  We both love to play pool!!! We had a blast and had a table all to our ourselves until after midnight. 

The next day, Jim surprised me with side by side massages at their spa.  It was wonderful and much needed.  When we went to Turks and Caicos for our honeymoon, we had side by side massages on the beach scheduled but had to cancel because we both got really bad sunburn the day before.  It wasn't the same as being on a beach but it was so relaxing.  Don't tell Jim I told you this but I even heard him snore a couple of times.  : )

We had gorgeous weather and took a hike on a nature trail that was on the property.  I took a bunch of photos that I'll share next time.

I just have to say that I am so very blessed to have such an amazing man in my life.  He's not perfect.  I'm not perfect.  We're not perfect.  We have our arguments, God knows.  Moving has been a big adjustment for everybody and there are days when stress levels are high.  There are so many different personalities living under one roof.  So many dogs and cats living under one roof.  So many different age groups living under one roof.   I think it's so important for couples to not lose sight of why they fell in love in the first place.  Jim is kind and caring and funny and smart.  He's an amazing dad and a wonderful husband.  I tell him he's my "friend with benefits."  Haha!!  Not too shabby for almost ten years of being together!!  : )


Happy Wednesday to you ~ Wendy

Sunday Sayings . . .

Image from Google.com.

I first heard this several years ago and it changed my life.  I started to look at my relationships with people, including myself.  It has given me the awareness to think about why I may be struggling at times.  Am I coming from a place of love or from a place of fear or are THEY coming from a place of love or a place of fear?  Sometimes it takes me a while to get back to this way of thinking.  Sometimes I can't get out of my own way.  Sometimes I don't want to get out of my own way and instead want to have a stomping temper tantrum in my mind for a while.  Just because. We are all works in progress after all.  : )


May your Valentine's Day be filled with more love and less fear.  xoxo



Namaste ~ Wendy

Light and Love . . .

I've been doing a lot of posting on Instagram lately.  It's replaced my obsession with Pinterest for the time being.  Looking thru lots of past photos and remembering the moments like they were yesterday.  Some I've shared before and others, now, for the first time. 

Most photographers will tell you that light is your best friend.  It's scarce in the winter time usually.  We've had a lot of grey days here but there is a slow but sure return to light happening. 

Rapidly approaching is that time of year when we suddenly worry about how our toe nails look and how pasty/ashy our skin is.  I've been feeling like a frumpy, middle-aged house wife for a few months now and I took a big step and cut off all of my hair.  I've been toying with the idea on and off for a long time now and I woke up two days ago and knew it was time.  I had it cut, colored and even had some chunky hi-lites added.  I'm in my jammies with mascara under my eyes right now but I'll share a photo.  I'm not big on selfies but if I can take a good one I'll share.  I know how much I love to see the beautiful ladies behind the blogs I read so I guess it's an okay thing for me to do without feeling too narcissistic.  : )

Jim and I are going out on a date this weekend.  Dinner and a movie tomorrow night.  Just us.  Alone.  No kids.  No interruptions.  No sudden song and dance routines at the table by a rather dramatic five year old.  Just a nice quiet dinner for two.  From my mouth to God's ears.  : )  Any movie suggestions? I haven't checked what's playing lately.  Thankfully, Jim is not opposed to a good chick flick.  Don't tell him I told you this but sometimes he cries harder than I do.  : )  One of the many reasons I love him.  Did I mention his last name is Valentine?  Really it is!!   : )

Here's to a weekend filled with light and love!!  xoxo

~ Wendy

Sunday Sayings . . .

"It well may be, That we will never meet again, In this lifetime. So let me say before we part, So much of me, Is made of what I learned from you. You'll be with me, Like a handprint on my heart. And now whatever way our stories end, I know you have re-written mine, By being my friend... Like a ship blown from its mooring, By a wind off the sea. Like a seed dropped by a skybird, In a distant wood. But because I knew you, I have been changed for good.” ― Stephen Schwartz


Many blessings for a beautiful Sunday ~ Wendy


* I found this image and quote on Pinterest and fell in love with it.   Everyone should have a love like this at least once in their lifetime.  : )

Some Etsy Lovin' on Valentine's Day . . .

A few of the things I've been loving on Etsy, lately. With a smattering of hearts mixed in for good luck!!



Print found at http://www.etsy.com/shop/alicebgardens.



Doily tag found at http://www.etsy.com/shop/wondertrading.



Beanie hat can be found at http://www.etsy.com/shop/graceandfavourshop.



Crocheted doilies can be found at http://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtStitch.



Berry tree photo can be found at http://www.etsy.com/shop/heyclouds.



Milk glass bowl can be found at http://www.etsy.com/shop/AudreyBlissful.



Lone Brown Feather embroidery can be found at http://www.etsy.com/shop/CleverApple.



Conversation heart necklace can be found at http://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourBling.



Vintage baby dress can be found at http://www.etsy.com/shop/hartandsew.



Sugar pot found at http://www.etsy.com/shop/Hideminy.



Crocheted flower appliques can be found at http://www.etsy.com/shop/SvetlanaN.



Vintage linen and lace storage pouch can be found at http://www.etsy.com/people/cherrytime.



Many blessings for a wonderful Valentine's Day filled with lots of love ~ Wendy

The Love of a Family . . .

. . . is life's greatest blessing.


Megan with Daddy and Mimi.


Hanging with Grandpop at the fall fair we attend every year.


Beeping cousin Andre's nose!!


Andre adores his cousin. It's the sweetest thing to see them together. : )

Mimi and Aunt Michelle.


Getting lots of lovin' from Mimi!!


Cousins Jason, Megan and Andre when Aunt Wendy (me!!) decides to take a picture at 9:00 at night when Megan is done for the day!! : )


I'm sticking with the family and friends theme this week because that is what I'm most grateful for during this season of gratitude.


Many blessings for a happy Tuesday ~ Wendy

Sunday Sayings . . .

♥ "You know you're in love when you can't fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams." ♥

- Dr. Seuss

Happy Valentine's Day from the Valentine-McDonagh family (who magically turns into the McDonagh-Valentine family on St. Patrick's Day!!).

Many blessings ~ Wendy