Much too soon they grow up...

It seems such a short time ago that this little bit of a girl was only a baby. When she was born she had to stay in neonatal intensive care for almost two weeks. I've told the story of "CJ" before, so I won't bore you with details. We just continue to praise God everyday that He has a purpose for her and, by His grace, we still have her. I will, however, being her grandmother, brag just a little. She is graduating from a private Christian high school next week, at the age of 16, with a 4.0 average! She has already been accepted to King College in NC and will start in the fall. I still think of her as our fragile "Little Bit" but she has proven, far beyond our dreams, to be so strong, both in mind and body. She has dedicated her life to God and we are so proud of her.

Kit is "That's Amore" by Cinzia.

Just a little refreshment for my special friends

I was in the mood for a fun page, so here it is. Now when "someone" comes by and drinks the last of the mint juleps, y'all can come on in and mix up a pitcher anytime you want. Since my dear Rhett is feelin' poorly these days, y'all just feel free to make your own if "someone" has beat you to the veranda.

The ingredients are:
12 mint leaves
2 tablespoons simple syrup (to make simple syrup, boil 1 cup of water and add 1 cup of sugar, stir to combine and let it boil a bit to make sure sugar is dissolved, store in fridge for future use)
crushed ice
bourbon
sugar

How to make Mint Julep
Moisten the top of the old fashioned glass with a damp paper towel and rim with sugar.
Tear the mint leaves and place them in the glass. Pour the simple syrup on top. Use a muddler to bruise the leaves (if you don’t have one, use the back of a spoon or something).
Add crushed ice to almost the top of the glass. Pour in enough bourbon to cover the ice.
Garnish with a mint leaf and sip with pleasure.

Of course, the proper glass to drink the Mint Julep out of is a special silver plated Mint Julep cup. You stir the drink in the cup with crushed ice, until a thin layer of ice frosts the outside of the cup.

Truth be told, I've never had a real mint julep but they sound so refreshing and so southern, and I love the story of the ceremony for guests. Just good ole fashioned southern hospitality.

Kit used is Miss Carol's new "Fun Kit" found at cjsscrapbookingwithattitude.

Great-Grandson

Our first pictures of our great-grandson. Oh my goodness....I knew we were old, but somehow the name great grandparents, has aged us even more. lol This is going to be the first child of our first grandchild, TJ and his wife Amber. He is due to make his appearance September 9th and we can't wait to see him..we love him already!

Kit is "Daisy Daze" by Crafty Accents

A Little Patch of Happiness

This little patch of spring color pops up in a part of our yard every spring, and every spring it spreads a little farther over the yard. It looks so pretty, like someone just sprinkled flowers in various spots. ]

I made this is PSE5. The background and mat are from CJS "Looking for a New Day" and the ribbon is from her "Springtime and Sunshine" kit. Thanks Carol for all the great kits that you share with everyone.

We're Home, Come On In

Hi dear friends. Finally, we are home.. My darling, Rhett is feeling better but he is far from back to normal. He has oxygen continuously but hopefully after he gets his strength built back up a little he can go back to using it only at night, like before. After all this, do you think he'll listen to me next time I say "you need to go to the doctor", instead of being stubborn and telling me, "I'm ok, I'll feel better in a day or two." MEN!!!!

We can't thank you enough for all your prayers and get well wishes. I've seen the pages that you all have made but haven't had time to comment yet. I've told Gary about them, he hasn't been able to make it into my office yet to actually see them but he will soon. He thinks you all are a great bunch of friends and he sends his thanks to all.

As for me....I've missed y'all so much and can't wait to get back into my normal routine visiting with all of you and seeing all the beautiful pages that I've missed. I did notice that Miss Gerri's page of her visit to us won Page of the Week....Congratulations, Miss Gerri..that was hilarious!!

My Goodness,Y'all

are just the greatest bunch of friends! I never expected to win with a pic of a "just a tad bit tipsy, Miss Gerri" lol. Thank you all so much, you're all such wonderful friends, don't know what I'd do with out you.

That being said, I apologize for not being here to vote..but very early Saturday morning I had to take my dear Rhett (Gary) to the hospital. He has COPD with emphysema and has developed pneumonia on top of that. So I will probably be out of touch for at least a couple of more days. Don't know when they will let him come home. I'm just here for a minute to shower, change clothes and then it's back to the hospital, but I had to stop and check in with everyone while I'm here. Will keep you all updated as I can. Please keep my dear Rhett in your prayers. I love you all so very much, and consider each one of you my extended family.
Love and hugs,Miss Scarlett (and Rhett).

PS: Please continue to make yourselves at home here and would someone please keep an eye on Miss Gerri?? ( I think she's developed quite a taste for the "rheumatiz medicine"). LOL

I was looking out on the veranda

today and was so surprised to see Miss Gerri! I do believe it's the first time I've been home when she visited. We had the most pleasant chat and a pitcher (or two, maybe it was three) of mint juleps. Now, I'm not one to gossip, but that Miss Gerri can put away some mint juleps! Why, you would swear she was raised in the south! Well, we chatted and listened to some music and when Miss Gerri was ready to leave she asked if I had any TN white lightning that she could take with her....mind you it was for "medicinal purposes only" (she said). Well, being the gracious southern hostess that I am, how could I refuse a request from such a lovely friend of mine? She was ever so thankful and promised she'd be back real soon for another visit. I declare, she's just the sweetest little thing and so ladylike. It's a shame she has this strange condition when she walks though, why if I didn't know better, I'd think she was just a little bit tipsy (if you get my meaning). Love you, Miss Gerri...y'all come back real soon!!

Kit is Miss Carol's "Mix It Up".