Mama's 84th Birthday

I can't believe that Mama (Lelia) has turned 84. She had two birthday parties. The first was held at Georgia Belle where she lives and was a real treat for us all. Hank and Kay came up from Lakeland and we all went to hear Hank play for the residents where mother has her home. He sang right after dinner and it was so good. I forget how wonderful my brother's voice is and so much like my Dad. Kay got a cake and there were presents and everything. What more could you ask for. Harry and I were there too and we went up to Mother's apartment for cake after our concert. Hank brought music sheets so everyone could sing along. My favorite was I'll Fly Away. Mom and Daddy spent the last years of their retirement singing for nursing homes so it brought back many fond memories for us all. Thank you Brother for such a treat for us all.

The second party was today. Emily , Jason , Shawn and Lisa were there and all the children. We had a full house and tons of food. Ham, potato salad, broccoli and fordhook lima beans were on the menu with yeast rolls. We had chocolate cake and ice cream for desert. Lydia and Stephen stayed after the parents were gone and Mother sat outside in the yard for a couple of hours watching them ride bikes and play. It was a perfect afternoon. We took her home with a big plate of leftovers and a slice of cake for later. Someone asked her what was on her mind today and her reply was typical stoic Riddle/Padgett. She said - I am concentrating on living. Priceless.

Here are some picture from both days.
Love to you all!
Frances

Pumpkin Patch Day

We had quite the day today with the five Grandkids and our Children. Harry and I met them all at the Presbyterian Church where they have a great Pumpkin Patch each year. We take all the Grandkids and let them each pick out a little individual pumpkin an a large one to carve. It was a beautiful day with perfect weather. We had such a great time and each Grandchild was precious. They had a great time playing and running amuck the pumpkins. We all went to Chick Filet for lunch afterwards. It was truly a great day for the Grandparents and parents. Emily and Shawn were really good sports to help us put it all together. I will post some pictures from the day,

Next is halloween! Get Ready.