GrandGirls Bring Sunshine

Regardless of gray skies, my little grandgirls bring sunshine and good cheer every time they come to visit.  Last weekend was grandma-sitting time. What a surprise to be greeted not only by two of the three little grands but also by the sun itself, with its warming touch. 

Inside the home, is a gift of love for the grandgirls and a fashion show from them to me.

Gift of Love

spring arrives

colors pop

flowers bloom

fashion trend

brings love and 

flowered joy

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I found a quote by an anonymous donor that made me smile.

"Grandmas are moms with lots of frosting."

In return, the little grandgirls (8, 6, and 2 1/2), bring sunshine every day, even when the sky is gray.

Day2, March 4, 2026

 12th year with Two Writing Teachers

This slice was meant for Day 3 but I fell asleep with my laptop on my "lap". 

Day 12 SOLSC Let's Go Shopping!

I enjoy shopping like many friends I know. Searching for seasonal clothing or decor trends brings a sense of exhilaration when I find the right item at the right price. It becomes tedious or even stressful when shopping for a must-have item. Then, you may desire to shop to make yourself feel better. This is called retail therapy. WebMD shared a study that "found 62% of shoppers bought something to cheer themselves up. A further 28% made a purchase to celebrate something." 

Last Saturday, I organized a Ladies Let's Go Shopping Day, marking our third trip to several Stephens City, Virginia stores. We celebrated "Spring", a welcome change from the up-and-down weather of winter months. Two Creekside neighbors, Cheryl and Carolyn, joined me for this fun shopping and lunch experience. 

The day started with a sky full of gray clouds that brought incessant rain. The weather did not stop us from having a wonderful day traveling from one shop to the next. Even when we carefully stepped over massive puddles, the experience was full of conversation and interesting shopping. 

The three of us enjoyed our shopping and lunch day out. The trunk was stuffed with our bags and goodies. The delicious smell of fresh bagels wafted from the trunk.

Let's Go Shopping Again

ladies-only shop and lunch event

enjoy

seasonal

experiences

fashion

enjoy

decor

sweets

conversations

enjoy

ladies-only event: shop and lunch

©CVarsalona, 2024, skinny poem

For some, shopping is an art: for others, it's a sport. 

-Pamela Klaffke

SPRING IS IN THE AIR 

Enjoy shopping for trends!

Day 12

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Two Writing Teachers Slice of Life Story Challenge, 2024.