Pennies
I love this time of the year! Not only is it summer (I despise being cold, in fact, my hell would be full of snow and frigid temps), but it's time for the quarterly extra care bucks to print out! I got $26 in extra care bucks at CVS! Is it sad that things like this make my day? Now, to figure out the best way to spend it and keep rolling those puppies over! If you haven't yet, scan your extra care card and see how many you got!
Puppies
I had the most heartwarming experience in Bi-Lo, of all places. And, it involved a dog! If I see a dog, I have to stop and say hello. Well, I have to stop and say hello to any animal for that matter. I am very aware, however, that you do not do this with service animals. They are on the job and should not be interrupted. Do you know how hard this is for me to control, though? So, I was in Bi-Lo, stocking up on 40 cent cheese when I see a service dog down the aisle. I try to stay focused and ignore the precious German Shepherd coming towards me when I feel a cold nose in my right hand. The dog had approached me! The handler was apologizing profusely and said that the dog never, ever did things like this. I, of course, then asked if I could pet her and was received with lots of love. Is it sad that moments like this bring me joy? Animals can bring so much joy to our hearts, and I truly believe they are more in tune with humans than we could ever know.
On another note, just some cute pics of my puppies from the weekend that will hopefully warm your heart:
Belle found her a new spot on my couch. Can't say that I appreciate her messing up my cushions, but how can you get mad at something so darn cute?
This Laci Bear loves her Great Grampy. (I think he loves her back, too :) )
Ponderings
I know that I have taken and continue to take a lot of things in my life for granted. This weekend, I was hit with one of the most obvious things I take for granted and never realized it--the fact that both of my grandmothers are still here. They are both in their early 80's, and I got to spend time with both of them this past weekend. How awesome is that?
Saturday, I spent time with my dad's mom, my mom, my aunt, my uncle and my cousin in Charleston. While we were outside waiting on the troops to bring bag fudge and pralines, a younger man pointed out to me and my cousin how lucky we were to still have my Granny here to spend time with. My breath was taken away when I realized how monumental this is. Monday, I spent time with my mom's mom, learning how to bake her famous skillet cornbread and mashed potato salad, recipes passed down from her mom. I know that, sadly, they will not always be here. I can't even think about life without them. So, I vow to spend as much time with not only these two ladies, but my whole family from now on! (You should, too!)
Hope you are not hungry, because here is some eye candy for you:
The only pic I took on Saturday. Sad, isn't it? This cruise ship fascinated me for some reason.
(Pic taken on rooftop terrace of the hotel my uncle manages. If you want an awesome stay in Charleston, I highly recommend the Andrew Pinckney Inn in downtown!)