Day 4 of April

Well I am one day late, but i finally got a chance to watch the "Royal Wedding." I'm not sure there is just one word on how to describe the event. Even if you are not a fan of the Royals, one must admit it is like a fairy tale! A few of the moments that stand out.... (in no paticular order)
1) Disney is not the only ones who can pull off a fairy tale - but true to Disney style, again the "mother" is not in the picture.
2) The Queen is holding her own - for someone her age, she stood a long time.
3) I sure wouldn't want to be in charge of dusting the Abbey!
4) Prince Phillip is looking a little older than his age!
5) I thought the best part of ceremony speech's (sermons) was the the priest that spoke before William and Kate went back to sign their papers. He looked like Orson Wells, and gave a very moving and personal address.
6) I got one of my questions answered "Does the queen sing "God save the Queen"? No she doesn't.
7) Camilla didn't seem very happy until after the ceremony. In fact, not a lot of people smiled until it was over. Is that a British thing? I wonder what thoughts were running through her head as some of the service was being read!!!!!
8) Actually I take that back, Elton John was smiling a lot.
9) I was impressed on how well behaved the young bridesmaids were. During the ceremony they sat quietly. I was thinking how many skittles did it take to keep them focused. But then as the wedding party was leaving the church, I realized the two tiniest girls were not there. Obviously they got to skip the long service. They did appear again in the carriages. And who was looking after them then - Uncle Harry of course.
10) Harry and William are so different - but in good ways. I loved how Harry kept things light - he is quite the "Chatty Cathy".
11) I noticed Andrew and his two daughters amongst the guests. There was a time when he seemed to be the "wild" brother, but he appeared very regal, and somewhat mature today. Must be from being the Dad of two daughters!
12) When the congregation was singing, there was a gentleman outside following the words on his ipad type book. Only in this day and age!
13) In the carriage ride from the church to the "castle" is when William appeared most in his element. So at ease - and the looks that he and Katherine shared were heartfelt!
14) Regarding the young boys in the choir - who decides who gets to wear white and who gets to wear red. Can you imagine how exciting this day must have been for them.
15) In the church, the cameras kept scoping out a gentleman in dark rimmed glasses. I was trying to figure out is importance, and then I realized they were trying to get a close up of David and Victoria Beckham (again another lady who was not wearing her smile today)
16) There was one nose picker in the church and one "food" eater as well.
17) I would find it uncomfortable to be sitting in the seats where you were facing across the aisle at the other people facing you. Sort of the same uncomfortable feeling of when you are in an elevator.

Diana would be so proud of her son(s) today. I think she is the reason I wanted to take a peek at this wedding. No doubt William was thinking of her throughout the day.

Well that's my take on the "wedding". What a way to end April. No doubt my next blog will be in and around Cino de Mayo.

Stacey

Day 3 of April

Seeing how Patrick turned 18 for a very long time, I thought I better write in the blog so Caylee wasn't turning 2 forever!!!
Had a lovely birthday party for Miss Caylee. She is such a cutie. And considering the number of people there, she did so well. It was a nice way to spend Caylee's birthday - lots of great food; and great company. Well done Robin and Alisa!!!!
Was pretty tired when I got home Sunday night, so went to bed early. Monday morning came too fast. But it is the day after Easter and all the Easter "decor" needs to be taken down at the stores. I worked all three stores during the day so Patrick could have my car in the evening. Don't think I'll be trying that again soon......Long day and very, very tired. It's only 8:15 pm, but I'm ready for bed.
I mentioned I was planning a rail trip for my birthday. Well there is a slight adjustment to that thought. The rail trip is now not for my birthday. I seemed to have forgotten that May 5th is fast approaching and I have been informed there will be another tequila tasting going down. So the rail trip will be my Cinco De Mayo present. So for my birthday, I have asked Bill to take me to Vegas to see " Garth Brooks." and yes, that is also on my "50" list. Keep your fingers crossed - that we can get tickets - De, will you be making this trip too..!!!!!
Off to get the pj's on.
Stacey

Day 2 of April

I apologize for the slack off this month(D)!!!
Day 2 of the April Blog and April is almost over. Where did the time go? A lot has happened.

The daughter is home!!!!. Bill flew to Toronto on the 15th of April. Ashley picked him up at the airport and they went on a visiting spree. Bill has a school buddy in Toronto - so they stopped there for supper. Then they headed back to Montreal - more visiting with relatives and school buddies. Then it was back to Peterborough to load up Ashley's car with her stuff - considering she sold the big stuff, the car was pretty full. It was good to know she could carry 7 kegs in there when she had to.
They left Peterborough on Tuesday morning (April 19) I don't have all the details yet nor have I seen the photos. But they arrived home Thursday evening, the 21st; tired but glad to be home - and yes Patrick and I were glad to have them home (even if it was a day earlier than planned)
So the details of the trip and future plans will have to be saved for another blog, because I don't know them yet!!!
I have been doing some accupuncture and chinese herbs. I have been for 5 treatments, and I am feeling amazing - i have so much energy. I am trying to get my chi balanced and it seems to be working. I think I will be giving up my Mona Vie juice and continuing with this tradtional treatment. Go with something that works and you believe!!!!!
Saturday we had dinner at Anne and Brian's with the family. Except for Maya running in the mud (she was trying to avoid the snow), the evening was relaxing.
Today we are off to Robin's to help celebrate Caylee's 2nd birthday. Bill and I will be met there by Ashley (who is skiing for the day) and Patrick (who is working during the day) I think this is the preview for the rest of our lives.
Oh wait, there is more big news !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Wait for it
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K, I had originally wanted a big party for my birthday this year............ but knowing how much Bill enjoys planning that stuff, I decided to take another route. I'm going to take a train to Halifax during the summer. Visiting the East Coast is on my list of things to do before I turn 50. And I love trains. I was going to go by myself, but Anne is now interested in going too. so if we can agree on a time - that is the plan for July sometime. I'll keep you posted on the details.

K, that's it for today. I really have a lot to get done. Plus I am still waiting to finish my scrabble game with a very good friend of mine. I though she was busy too, but she has time to hassle me about my blog, so I know she has time to play (I think she's worried I might be winning this time.)
Till later
Stacey

Day 1 of April

Happy 18th Birthday son!!!! Yes 18, it can't be. Ashley was already at school when she turned 18, so this is a bit of a novelty. Although at 6:30 in the morning, it sometimes hard to remember birthdays. Sorry Patrick, but I will make it up to you. As Patrick was leaving for school, he says in his animated voice "gee, what does it take to get birthday wishes around here?" I never realized how much like his father he is. We planned on having a small dinner out for his birthday. I'm thinking, 18, we can probably sit in the lounge if we can't get a table - order him a nice "fruity" drink. But know; it's out for supper, then he has to go over to a friends - to work on math!!!!! Guess he won't be having that "fruity" drink because he'll be driving. Maybe he is waiting for his sister to get home and initiate him. I spent the day yesterday subbing at a school for the entire day. Does 9 - 2:30 count as a full day. It sure felt like it. Thank goodness, the nice weather is upon us (again) and the snow is melting fast. Although I seem to have heard on the news last night, that there was a chance of snow flurries today. Will it ever end. 17days until the daughter arrives home. Better get my day started! Stacey