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Hi Sheba;

Love the sign for Siesta Key. We drove from Naples to Sarasota today. That is a two-hour ride each way. A little tired now……went to the HSN outlet. It is closing in two weeks. There was almost no Heidi. I got a Pumpkin that Jerry like that you use with the endless possibilities necklace. I also go a bracelet called Feast Your Eyes in purples and greens. They sold a couple of more expensive items the day before. The price was 70% lower than the normal Outlet price plus Another discount for senior citizens. We also bought eight Iman/Joy bags that must have been a TS at one time. Cute..with a makeup bag and lots of colors. Do not laugh…eight dollars each. I got a beautiful scarf as well.

Clothes….pretty picked through. Tried on Marla items. The Salesgirl helped me since everything was mixed in. Jerry came in the try on room with me. Mostly black and ivory colored items. Two were damaged. The rest are things that I really didn’t want or would be extras that i don’t need at all. However, I got to sample different Marla fabrics.

All in all..the best part was spending the time with Jerry. We ended the day with a walk on the beach and dinner. Tomorrow….no driving. Just relaxing.

Sleep well my friend. Yes, Ari will be okay. Our little puppy men.

Amy

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@sheba2011

Sheba, you always find the perfect picture. Another beautiful day, hubby and I just came back from a late lunch so no cooking dinner. Maybe a snack later tonight. Last two days at home, I think that’s a record. Back either tomorrow or Saturday to do mom errands. Jake is banging his tail on the floor for some dinner. You and Poppy enjoy a peaceful evening.

@kittengirl,

Good Morning in Cali. Just Rest I don’t know what else to say. I am very glad you are in
better shape than the doctors thought. Good on you for that. Now one day at a time.
Enjoy the Kittens and life can move forward. 🙂 I hope your husband is doing better and
both of you can take spin in the new car when the time is right. 🙂 Sending kitten hugs.

@71flowerchild,

Howdy in Texas! I hope your landscaping is looking good. 🙂 I will have my tooth looked at
my a specialist I think I know what he will do. Shizzle!

Enjoy the day with Jewel and Little D. 🙂 I wonder what they are up to today. 🙂
Who Let The Dogs Out! 🙂

@shoelady60,

Good Morning in the Burghs! I did read your post so sister will be here in September.
I am sure you are very happy and I know your mom is over the moon with seeing her.

I hope you and Jake are having a good time weather permitting. So far OZ is alright today
it heats up again this weekend so I will enjoy this while I can. 🙂

Lady take it easy today I get a kick out of your mom. 🙂

I may have something done on the nerve on my tooth just don’t know what they will do.
All I can say is Bring IT! Poppy and I are waving… Lady I think it is great she is taking your mom on a Cruise. Sail On!

@bichon18,

Have a good time you and Jerry on your trip. Enjoy the ride too. 🙂
No worries Little Ari is doing just fine and will be waiting for you when you get home. 🙂

I hope you get to see this while you are there. 🙂

@taci,

All I can say is Happy Trails and enjoy this beautiful summer day. 🙂 Enjoy the view where ever
you choose to hike. 🙂 Just keep that stick handy.

@loaf,

Have a great time with the KIDS let them play your piano. I hope the weather is nice
for you and BBQ time for sure. 🙂

bon appetit!

Cherie,

Enjoy your time on the Ocean. Take care of the kiddies and I hope they get to see
the Lion King. 🙂 Here’s to summer in Cali. 🙂

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