Jessica's B-day...

Today is Jessica's 11th birthday. We met at FSK Mall and got her a couple outfits and of course, earrings to match. We met Cliff and Julie later in the evening and celebrated at the Dairy Queen with Scott, Destiny, Jessica, Katelyn, and their cousin, Carmen. We had a good time...

Fun day...

Got my hair cut today - when you have a short hair cut, you have to go more often. My bangs were too long and were driving me crazy. After that, John and I went to Lowe's and picked out kitchen cabinets. It is quite exciting to see the computer generated new look. It took a lot longer than we had anticipated. We had decided on a counter top, but then found out you can't mount the sink underneath. We are getting estimates on 3 different types of counter tops - have to see the price to know what we will do. The thrill of a new kitchen after 23 years is almost more than I can comprehend (I'm working on it!)...

First day of retirement...

This was John's first day of retirement. He did a little yard work and then we ran some errands. It was an awesome day. We really enjoyed being together. Tonight, we watched Astronaut Farmer. It was a good movie. Time to do a little more work on the high school reunion. It's this Saturday. Can't wait to see my friends...

Blessed day...

Pastor Darren preached a very heartfelt sermon this morning about the responsibility of parents and grandparents. It makes me want to do more for my kids and my grandbabies. I know the boys are saved, but they need to be in church and have their families in church too. We are thankful Julie & Cliff are faithful to the Lord. I want to share the Lord with my grandbabies in a way they can understand and want to have Him in their lives. I need to seek God's guidance and the prayers of friends to accomplish this. Tonight is the first night my hubby doesn't have to go to work. It feels a little weird not to make sure he is awake and ready for work. A weird I can definitely get used to. Thank you, God, for all your wonderful blessings...

My Sister visited...

My sister came for a visit today. Dina, my Mom, John and I went to lunch at Bob Evans. We had a great visit. She was headed back to Jack's house to meet Steve. The Magruders were having a cookout tonight and then they will be headed back to VA Beach tomorrow. Steve and Jack went fishing while Dina came to see us. As always, she looked wonderful and it was great to see her !

John is retired !

John is officially retired. He got home around 10:40 am. Julie had a sign printed and posted it in the yard. The sign had a funny face we've seen John make a hundred times or more. It said "I'm ready to retire!" John Krop Congratulations on 32 years of service. John was smiling so big when he pulled in the driveway. I think he was really pleased about the sign and his freedom. Julie also had a cake made for her Dad (marble cake with butterfinger creme filling and butterfinger crunch all around the outside of the cake). It was delicious. Then this afternoon off to get my new dentures - they will take some getting used to, but I'm pleased. Tonight we had dinner with Chris, Desiree, and girls to celebrate John's retirement. Scott was working so we will catch up with him later. Now we can begin a life of a more regular schedule - sleeping when the rest of the folks are - during the night...

Sr. Saints Luncheon

Went to the Sr. Saints Luncheon today to surprise them with a game time. I had wrapped some prizes (dollar store and white elephant) and we played bingo. Those ladies had a grand time - I had to call the game at 3 PM. Enjoyed it. Tonight is John's last night before officially retiring at 7:30 AM - actually it will be a little later because he has to go through the clearance process (turning in badges, etc.) Can't wait for him to be all mine...