Here it is Thursday and I am just getting back to this blog. I've been taking some pics lately out on the patio. There is a huge plant out there that has "blooms" every year that are remarkable. I'm not sure what to call them because I had never seen them before we moved here. There are six at the moment getting ready to bloom. They open up in May, each one individually, and only stay open for a day or so. The pic you see is of the pods(my name for them). This plant is sometimes called the "monster plant." Another thing about this plant is that it throws out some funny root-like feelers. They grow down to the ground and will keep on growing and finding a way around the patio. Really weird plant, but I'm absolutely fascinated by it.
Oh, my gosh or OMG in the other world. I'm back! I got a comment from my sister and that propelled me onto more of this whatever it is. I've had a week full of stress because James, the significant person in my life for the last 17 years is turning 75 this Sunday. At first we were going to have a big blowout party to celebrate and then we decided not to. Now it's just family, thank goodness. But 75 years is a landmark in his family. Both James' mom and dad passed away early. He has outlived them both by a long time. I think he's just a little amazed by this event. On the other hand, my family has longevity to a certain extent and we all wonder how long we will have to keep growing older! I should have asked my daughter for some help because she's an expert on planning. Me, I'm a last minute person, but I get the job done. But then you'll have a blowout if she takes over. But Facebook has taken over her life. She is a star, has a following. She's marvelous. Now back to planning a birthday party....... See you later!
Well, here I am. First day. First blog. This is a learning experience. It was not my intent to do this yet, but here I am. It started when I did a Google search for my father's name and ended up on blogspot. Will post pics later when I get myself together.
