From Me To You.

I wish you all a weekend filled with good food.  With those you love. 

Good rest. Smiles. And mostly the Blessings you've prayed for. 

Love hard, and forgive easy. The days are long but the years are so so short. 

Easter Blessings, from me to you.

Now go sip good wine.

Or ice water.

Whatever floats your boat. 

Do that. 

Like to cook? Make these-  lol

Feel happy mowing like my dad?  Do that. 

Cocktails on your aunt and uncles boat? Do that. 

Catch a sunset?  Do that. 

 Concert? Do that. 

Have the chance to be rowed by your lover? Do that.  

Sandwich your best friend? Do that.  Love you Maria. Love you Shelley.

Act like a string bean? Def do that. 

Dream of days at Havasu Springs? Do that.  

Build a sand castle with your lover? Do that. 

Dream of warm days on the water? Do that. 

Warm afternoons on the dock together?  Yes, totally do that. 

Dirty martini's and long toes? Yes. For sure. 

Love the beach you roam?  100%

Fall in love over and over with this guy. 

Forever.

And Ever. 

HAPPY EASTER----

This Mama Lisa

Options From Traders

A few months back on Bill's birthday weekend I put together a platter of cheeses, fruits, crackers and olives.  I never did get a great shot to show you, but it truly came out superb.  *Excuse the narcisstic horn tootin' 

But it did. 

The cost to put it together isn't something I'd casually splurge upon.  

But since it was for my prince charming, all was good in the hood. 

I came across this post on Trader Joe's cheese options.  

I've tried them all- *oink oink--  And the Blueberry Vanilla is bonkers ridic. SO GOOD!

Trader Joe's Tips

And if you're not into stinky amazing cheeses like our daughter, well just move along....

And miss out! jk

Just joshin'   But really....wine, cheese and fruit?   Yes. Please. Thanks.

This Mama Lisa

My Slices Of HAPPY.

Yesterday was Physical Therapy day for Kris.  A day he actually looks forward to, simply because the few techniques they use (Dipping his hands and wrists in hot wax feels amazing-It's a Scleraderma patients best feeling-their joints freeze up).  And just the over all stretches and help in moving his joints.  

He was challenged with the therapist yesterday.  According to him, she's missing some batteries.  HA!  I'll leave it at that.  He grumbled more but I'll leave the G version right there.

After therapy I sent my lovely reminder -- "Don't forget labs"-

We both don't love labs.  In fact, it's something I sadly loathe. 

If you've fought in the ring of C before you'll know and understand.

It's a terrible twisted time frame.  

I told myself, his lab draw at 4 wouldn't allow results until late evening, and so "why taunt myself, just check tomorrow"- (which is today)

Silly me checked anyway at 6. 

Just because. (no patience)

I am a freak. 

They looked really good.  WBC 6, Platelets ringin' in at 253. RBC were a tiny bit low, and his kidney's seem borderline, but nothing to fret. 

I literally have sweaty underarms, and as my adorable Ipad sits on my lap, my legs shake. 

There's 12 tests that roll in. Usually at a snails pace. 

It's disgusting what happens to a human during those moments. 

I will never ever under estimate the struggle every other parent, patient, sister, brother, daughter or whomever deals with these things.

As I close all the labs, knowing another 8 more will roll in throughout the evening...(the most important to me have just been accounted for-----> insert nervous giggle-ha!)-- I sit back for a quick second.  Always counting my Grace and Mercy close to my heart.

Then next out to him. 

"Your labs look awesome Kris"

My heart feels like this. 

He always smiles and his one dimple shines through me just like when he was 3 and I'd give him happy news. 

And the evening rolled on through...

Easter is sneaking up so quick.  A daughter and Grant working.  Distance separating even a small chance to pop in and bring them something sweet.

A day I loved to celebrate as a child.  Not to mention with family at the park, just about 5 years ago. 

Another chapter that sadly closed. 

Little kids grew.

Families grew apart.

Easter egg dying and hunting just doesn't have the time made for anymore. 

Right now?

Right now, I celebrate the little blessings to me.....like good labs!

And a thriving, healing son.

26 Months. 

Living further and further away, down the long road of discovery. Healing. Heartbreak. Happiness. Thriving. Falling. Picking up pieces and moving forward. 

I hope you're all enjoying this beautiful BEAUTIFUL DAY!

How about all the green grass and flourishing flowers everywhere!?

Springtime, you've always been my favorite.

This Mama Lisa

Seagull You Fly- Bad Company

Do You Feel It?

There's a full moon rising kids.  Saturday to be exact.  You know how I feel about em. 

I feel it. 

So apparently there's some sort of privacy ordeal goin' on with Facebook?  Or so I heard last night on the Nightly News.  This morning I began searching through my portfolio of pictures. 

Talk about pure love. 

I've always had a thing for pictures.

Memories. 

My babies.

My lover.

Our travels.

Our moments. 

New Years Day 2012- With The Reynolds.  A ride home we'll never forget.  Pure peace. 

 Graduating from college. 

I find this last picture a little ironic. 

Rick. 

Right in the middle.

Flow with this full moon friends.  Breath out when the tide pushes against you.  Go with it. 

Memories. 

They become so far, so fast.

Happy Taco Tuesday---Get yo grub on.  Add sour cream. 

With Love and Peace To You,

This Mama Lisa

Hi My Name Is Lisa

My name is Lisa and I let my hair down Saturday. Errr, not really down, but I slammed it into braids topped with a hat that was a short version of a park ranger.

 But who cares, the sun was shining (mostly), I had dinner in the crock pot, my two human birds were both ok.  So I headed out on the town with these two chica's.  Note to younger self, you will not be able to hang when you're almost forty eight. 

And that grin right there was accepting the fact that sparkling water was probably my best choice, because day drinking at The Bungalow surely creeps up on you.  And fast.

You guys, I also had on heels.  I know, shake your head and rub your eyes.

Lisa + Heels + Tipsy = alltheLOLZZ
Still miss my ol' black faithfuls.  I could do cartwheels in those fellas.

Anyway...moving along, here we have Ranger Lisa and Shell Bell.

Those eyes....lols   and all the lolz for snapchats or chaps snaps or whatever they call it. 

If there's one thing I'll leave this Earth declaring, is have some fun, even if it feels like you're in the midst of complete chaos.  

I do know one thing.  UBER.  Thank the Good Lord for Uber Schmoober. 

Remember These?

As a little girl, these things intrigued me.  If I remember correctly, our Grandma on my dads side would always bring them.  And when you're little, the inside was like a whole big world...

I hope you have a wonderful weekend!  As for me and my body and mind? I am going to do all things good for MY soul. I wish the same for you--

Words to ponder---

Friday Blessings, and all the love I can give,

This Mama Lisa

Taco Thursday?

I love these Trader Joe hacks for quick meals.  Although, I make tacos my way, these little tips surely look divine!

Trader Joe's Shrimp Tacos Hack! Love it!

I hope you're all doing well.  Enjoying the final debut of this "Major" LOL rain??- Is it me, or did this storm get too much of a hype?  Watching the weather men and women last night was making me actually laugh so hard outloud.  What they'll do for coverage...so silly!

Now if I float away on my way home tonight, don't laugh too hard at me, k?

This week has been interesting to say the least. 

Here's more sweet memory pictures that make me smile!

  

Pushing.  Loving. Working super hard. Cleaning. Purging. Organizing. Praying. 

Lots and lots of praying....

May you all have a super good Friday Eve!

This Mama Lisa

ps- HAPPY BIRTHDAY EVELYN!  Hope it is a good one xo- Good people, good food, and of course, darn good wine! 

The Eye Of The Storm

Our little birdie's departed for their "Spring Break" wild-tear-it-up party.  Just kidding.

So glad they didn't choose Vegas, or the typical Havasu jk HAHA! No seriously though...

Save those livers, and go enjoy this beautiful California Coastal side. 

They planned the cutest trip up to Big Sur. In those plans, it included "glamping" in Big Sur at the most rad coastal camping place. Also Monterey and of course Napa. 

And then the news started blabbering about this major storm rollin' in.  Tuesday to be exact.  The eye of the storm pretty much rollin right down the path our birds were flyin through. 

Last night I was so on edge. 

Liz (Grants mama) did all the leg work.  (Even booked them from their glamping plans into a cabin, then from cabin, their plans rolled into a cute little resort)-

They made it up there around 12:30pm today.  

I wish them a week of fun times, even if rainy. I wish for good campfires that stay lit, big laughs, warm clothes.  And lots and lots of good memories. 

We need the rain kids.  Most especially our Mother Earth. 

When two twenty something' year old's have good health, a good car, each other, and a good sense of judgement.....THEY WILL MAKE SOME GREAT MEMORIES! 

Just imagine this crazy lady manic mama last night though.  LOLZ

Here's our St. Patty's Pic. I was able to ride bikes with them for one.  Bill was working.  From there we went to a Nascar gig, then to visit Rick. 

Long day filled with good brews. Laughter.  Pit Area's.  Fast Cars.  And the pages in this chapter where we hold on to HOPE.  One that makes you sit back in a recliner hospital chair listening to the beeps.  Watching more calloused hard working nurses do their thing.  Filtering in and out for changes.  Asking why heart rates were at what level. Watching a very very strong stoic man lay in a bed at the mercy of humans to feed him.  To make sure he pushes through.  His beautiful eyes staring back at us with such frustration.  Pissed off because his right arm just won't fucking move. Seemed to me the second most frustrating thing for him.  First being, not being able to talk. 

This life.

It's delicate.

It's fast.

It's unfair. 

It's hurtful.

It's long. 

It's short.

It's worth it.

And then there are times where you wonder..... Why. 

Why the unfairness to those undeserving of that frustration.  Those unclear mountains.  

Day in and day out, we all work, answer calls, return calls, jot emails, blog, love, help and work more.

And yet, right now.....right NOW someone is waiting for the next step.  Or the ability to move.

Be grateful kids.

For those willing to listen.  I heard this song driving to work this morning.  It's a Christian song.  It's beautiful.  And it's so full of HOPE.  Most especially for those in need.

ALL MY HOPE

I really like feel good music, and right now, is a good time to soak that up.

Love, and lots of prayers for Mercy. 

This Mama Lisa

Be Safe And Have Fun!

Not sure how many of you celebrate St. Patrick's Day, but if you do, go have fun and be safe!

UBER-SCHMOOBER KIDS!

Peace and LOVE.  

Don't be afraid to give someone a compliment this weekend. Trust me, it's so so good!

This Mama Lisa

Happy Throw Backs

Hey kids, how bout' we look back at some good times--

So many blog posts are filled with requests for prayers.  Or news of yet more heart break. 

Take a look at the smiles, hugs, laughter, good wine, fun times with those we love!

Pure love....

These are the days and those were the days...!

 

Just told Bill last night, when I'm completely stressed at work, I remind myself of these peaceful days at the lake in our little cove.   

I hope you're all enjoying the freshness of the air with all this rain...This mornings clouds were just amazing.  

Happy Friday Eve!  

Much love,

Lisa Lynn