Mystery Trip 2.0: The Beauty of Banff
If you're just joining me, read this first to catch up!Just like last time, Kevin had plotted and planned in secret, right up until time to leave. Upon the reveal, I was absolutely thrilled to hear we were going out of the country!We flew into Calgary, Alberta and, after getting settled in our rental car, we headed about an hour or so out of Calgary into the Banff National Park. I had heard of the hotel where we were staying, as it is quite old and referred to as "The Castle of the Canadian Rockies." It did not disappoint.Banff Springs Hotel (now owned and operated by Fairmont) was built in 1888, and has not only a fascinating history, but some of the most breathtaking views of the...
Can You Do Me a Favor?
Mystery Trip posts will begin on Tuesday morning, but in the meantime, would you do me a favor?My daughter has entered my little grandgirl in a contest to win scholarship money for her future college education. Can't hurt to start early for that, huh? Anyway, you can vote once a day, per email address, per computer, and it would be greatly appreciated! You'll find the info/instructions below.Click HERE to startClick on the "search" button below the pictures and type in "Lilli" and "Tampa"Click on Lilli's picture and then click on "Vote for me"Fill in your email address and type in security code as shownRetrieve an email from your emailbox and click on the link within the email to confirm...
Mystery Trip 2.0
Remember that Mystery Trip I took a couple of years ago? The one where my man planned a trip for me ALL BY HIMSELF, and KEPT IT A SECRET UNTIL THE DAY WE LEFT? Remember how much it meant to me?Well, he's done it again! This time, we're in Banff, Alberta in the Canadian Rockies, and it is SPECTACULAR.I've had horrible reception and WiFi connections while I've been here, so I'm going to post everything when I get back home. I'm going to break the posts into several, as there are different places and things I'd like to discuss. However, I wanted to say something here at the beginning.There are so many of you, whom I know from both sides of the screen, who have shared with me that you wish...
Mimmie’s Heart: Letters to Lilli #1
My darling Lilli...when you get to be as old as your Mimmie, you might start to realize there are things you wish you'd said more intentionally, a long time ago, to your own kids; or, at the very least, just said them better. I heard once that grandchildren can be a kind of "do-over." I don't agree with that entirely, for you are not mine to raise, day in and day out. However, because I am removed from the constancy of your daily care, I think those things that need saying can rise more easily, and with greater clarity, to the top of my heart. It's my hope that this letter (and the ones to follow in years to come) will help make your life's road a little easier to travel. Lilliana Grace....
Flitting About
You'll find me over here today, if you care to join me.I know I would sure enjoy the company. :o)