Thankful Thursdays

Lately I have been thankful for:



Patient friends to hike with.

 

Old friends that help you get started.

 

 New friends that invite you to take naps and curl up with a movie!

Movies in the mail.

 





Bucket List Check Off ~ Hiking and Eat at a New Resturant

I am at it again! Today I was able to check off two of my bucket list items. This morning three friends and I left Wiggins and headed to Boulder for a nice hike in Chautauqua Park. Thankfully it was nice and cool and an all around beautiful day! We choose our path to take and took off. Sadly, I was not in as good of shape as I had thought or hoped, but I was able to accomplish the task. Slow and steady, one foot in front of the other!

At one point, we took a different path that lead farther up the Flatirons and led us to a great spot to look out over the town and surrounding areas.









 

 Not only was there a beautiful sight to see, but many of the rocks were large and flat, allowing people to make some seats to sit on to enjoy the sight and rest.

Even a lounge chair!

 

 

 

 



All together we had about a three mile hike and caused our bellies to make us think it was like the Grapes of Wrath, barren and dusty. So naturally, we headed to find some food. Kris and her family are fans of going to different breweries throughout the state, so I found one for us to try. Also I have on my list to eat at a new restaurant so we were killing two birds with one stone. We made our way to the ever so interesting Pearl Street to The Mountain Sun Pub and Brewery. They were known for their beer and burgers. The restaurant was decorated with fun and colorful art.

This was on the wall over by the window

and had a few different colors. I wasn't able to

capture all of the art, so only wanted to show a close

up of what it was made out of. I really liked it!

 

 

We ordered a sampler of eight different brews and explored the many different flavors. We enjoyed good conversation, good food and people watching.

 

 

Such a beautiful day getting out and being active with friends while enjoying God's beautiful creation!



Father Knows Best

Dear Scott Wilson,
       Ok, this may be one of those moments that all parents look forward to from the moment they try to teach their children a lesson. You were right! Yes, I said it, you, my father were right. Growing up, you would always tell us (especially during the teenage years) that you get up and work in the morning when it is cool and then nap in the afternoon when it is hot. I grumbled at this lesson as a teen because let's face it, sleeping in is nice. Yet as an adult, I totally get it!

The past two days I have gotten up early and gone for a walk while it was cool and then came home and accomplished a lot around the house. Then later in the afternoon I was able to rest and read my book. Just think of all the times I missed working when it was cool!

Thanks for teaching me so many lessons over the years. Some I am still trying to learn and some have been learned the hard way, but learned none the less.

Love you Scottie!

Always,
Joberry

One of my all time favorite pictures of my dad with my nephew, Marcus

Helpful Tip

Hard to believe that it is already June! With the month and summer break it is time to catch up on all those things that I neglect during the school year. This includes cleaning out the closet. If you are like me, I hate deciding if I want to toss clothes or keep them. This usually should involve a trying on session that most likely will leave one irritated. So I came up with another system and thought I would share it with you!

At the beginning of the year and then again in June, I turn all of my hangers backwards. If I do this in January, then if by June the hanger is still backwards, that means I have not worn that item of clothing in six months and I need to toss it.



 

Since you do this every six months, then you should hit every type of season. For example, I am not going to wear any of my long sleeve shirts this summer, but fall and winter fall within that six months and therefor have been given a fair chance to be worn. If you haven't worn it, why keep it?

So there you have it.

On a side note, went on a walk today (need to go earlier in the morning or later at night, it was hot!) and saw this beautiful bush.

 



AND I am blogging while watching "Princess Bride" which is a total *heart flutter*

Happy Sunday!

Thankful Thursdays

Lately I have been thankful for:

 

 

Conversations with little boys and puppies.

Sample conversation:
Me: Hey, do you have a girlfriend?
Little boy: Nope, but I am fixin' to go rope me one!

 

Country sunsets and friends gathered together.

 

Rainy summer mornings with a cup of chai in your favorite mug.

 

Artistic sisters who help decorate your walls.

Special Delivery

Today my projects were delivered! I had to do some rearranging and my living room is still a mess, but I am one happy person!

 

AND the magnetic paint did work once I tried smaller magnets.

 

 

I keep forgetting how big this pallet is! Might have to do some more rearranging! I put some of my favorite books and my Willow Tree figures.

 



I am one happy person!

 



P.S I finally got rid of my old, broken recliner and may be in the market for a new chair soon. I big, comfy cozy one that is good for curling up and reading in!

Bucket List Check Off ~ Door Project and Beer Margaritas

Oh what a busy Friday! I was able to check off not one, but TWO items off of my summer bucket list! I started the journey with my door project. I have had my eye out for an old discarded door, and was graciously given one by some good friends.

First, I cleaned the door up and picked the side that I wanted to feature. Also made a plan for what I wanted to do exactly with it.
I had chalkboard, magnetic and picture hanging in mind.

After a run to Greeley to get supplies (and coffee!) I started the process of turning this boring, old door into a piece of art for my living room.

I got magnetic paint and chalkboard paint. The lady at the store suggesting that I paint with the magnetic paint first, applying three thin coats and then a few coats with the chalkboard paint.


Stirring the paint took much longer than I thought it would. It was like someone had made hot chocolate and put more of the powder in than water.

Once I finally got the paint all mixed, it was time to apply the coats. Thankfully the paint dried quickly and the job didn't take long.

I had some help while painting. Thankfully we were able to paint in the shop and not out in the hot sun. It was hot enough.

Finished! Sadly, the magnetic paint did not seem to work. I need to try some smaller magnets to see if that will help. It wouldn't be such a big deal, but the magnetic paint was the most expensive of the paint. I may look for clips to screw in to hold pictures. We will have to see about that one. I will post a picture of the door when I get it home and some decorations on it!

 

Picked out some flowers to plant for the summer. Now I just need to get some pots!

Finally the second check off on the list: beer margaritas! Figured that it could be pretty tasty, or dumped down the drain and the recipe tossed. It is a keeper!

Ingredients
1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen limeade concentrate
12 fluid ounces tequila
12 fluid ounces water
12 fluid ounces beer
ice
1 lime, cut into wedges
Directions
Pour limeade, tequila, water, and beer into a large pitcher. Stir until well-blended, and limeade has melted. Add plenty of ice, and garnish with lime wedges. Adjust with additional water, if needed.

 



Best part about these drinks was sitting on the porch swing and looking at the beautiful full moon.

A day full of *heart flutters* all around.