Friday, January 17, 2025

She Is Here



Each and every time I write I a blog post, it seems that I open myself up to a possible chain reaction of unforuntate events. I can count on not being able to keep up with reading or mingling with friends. The mingling with friends is as hard in person as it is in BlogLand. When I left off last, I said I was hoping Mama wouldn't come down with the flu. It happened and from that moment on I have had trouble staying on top of anything but the basic necessities.

Said flu really caused an unnecessary hospital stay. A doctor's visit would have been much nicer, but she awoke to not being able to catch her breath good which sends her into panic. It would anyone, but I can usually calm her down and we move forward, but she hit her button and the facility was ready to call an ambulance. I will spare all the other details ---let's just say the week was taken up with all of that. 

Miles was sick first with the flu and then an ear infection. Honestly, both Paul Allen and Katie were worn down from being pregnant and so much sickness, but what a difference a new baby can bring.

Valerie Lane Palmer arrived early this morning at 3:30 AM. She is healthy and Mama is doing great. They come home tomorrow and we are keeping Miles and letting him recover to see his new sister. FaceTime is amazing. 

Blessings followed a very chaotic week. I have held my latest little one... a girl. Three grand boys are so excited about a girl -even the cousins. I am pretty sure Palmer is the most excited since he asked Santa for a baby this year and was not happy with the stuffed dog with puppies.

When I left off last I was sharing things that I have done past tense...nothing new here - just trying to catch up on sharing.

The Florida Lighthouse stitch was in holding. It did get moved. Not so much because I didn't like it where I had placed it, but that I liked what I had removed to put it there. With a few days to think about it, I landed on a new place to hang it that is sticking.

It is now in the hallway that is traveled by everyone who enters our home. The garage to kitchen hallway. Very heavy traffic!!! I replaced a chalkboard with a similar shaped frame. I had no real attachment to the chalkboard. 

Here is the new location from both directions. I am pleased with the new home for it.




In one other bit of old news I made a change in the guest room (aka - Lindsay's old bedroom). I haven't loved the bedspread in there. Didn't hate it, but more than anything I just didn't like the bulkiness of it and how it laid. I have tried to come up with a color to use in there and finally one day I was looking at the 2 large pieces of artwork in there...one some colorful birds which matched the old bedspread and the other the Swiss Alps painting that has been with me since my babyhood purchased overseas in the early 1960's. I swapped the location of them and took a cue from the greens in the painting and purchased an ultra cheap spread to see how I would like it. 

I think it works for me. I found a throw with matching colors to put at the end and I am calling it a win. The pillow at the top is from the old bedspread which I am holding onto for now.


One morning this week I walked out on the lower deck and took a picture of the full moon. It looked like the sunrise, but it was the moon and notice the reflection in the water. So pretty.


That is it for this week and I am praying for a calmer next week. Of course, they are predicting possible snow in north Florida. I doubt it will make it to the coast, but I do think the state will get some. Tucker has prayed for it too. I am not looking forward to the cold at all. We are predicted to have 4 nights to hit below freezing. Can't even imagine the deep freeze some of you are in.

Stay warm,

Sandy

10 comments:

  1. Congratulations on the new sweet baby girl! I hope you will be able to share pictures when it is reasonable. You know we all want to see her! I know you and your family are excited over the arrival of such a sweet new one! I hope your mother is finally feeling better too. Oh, I love the guest bedroom color scheme. Very pretty and to me, kind of woodsy and natural. I like that. Yes, I know we might get some snow flurries, but probably more like sleet or ice...we shall see. It would be fun to see the snow again if it happens. But yes, I am about done with winter and getting anxious for spring to come! Your camellia at the beginning is beautiful! Have a wonderful weekend!! God is good!

    ReplyDelete
  2. I lifted a prayer for you that your week ahead will bring you peace!! I love the lighthouse and it looks great in its new home!! Your guest room looks inviting and comfortable!! Happy weekend!

    ReplyDelete
  3. Bless her, I do hope your mama is doing better now! That flu stuff is really going around! I’m so sorry. 😞 But, for sure a new baby makes everything better! Congratulations on your new granddaughter! 😊 I’m sure she is just precious and I know having a girl will be so exciting to add to the bunch! I sure hope Miles is feeling better. I do like where you have moved the lighthouse stitching! I think it’s perfect! That photo of the moon is beautiful! That moon has been showing out lately. Y’all stay warm next week! I am not looking forward to the deep freeze! 🥶

    ReplyDelete
  4. Herzlichen Glückwunsch zur Enkeltochter. Habt ganz viele wunderbare Stunden zusammen.
    Gute Besserung an alle Kranke - ja, die Grippezeit hat begonnen und ich drücke allen die Daumen, dass jeder gut durch diese Zeit kommt.
    Liebe Grüße Petra

    ReplyDelete
  5. If you need help holding the sweet baby, just call me.:) I am so glad she is here and hopefully things will calm down.

    ReplyDelete
  6. I hope your Mama is feeling better and on the road to recovery. Hope Miles is feeling better as well. Congratulations on the newest addition to the Palmer family. What a pretty name she has! Enjoy those baby snuggles. I like the green spread you picked for the guest room, Sandy. Have a restful and relaxing weekend.

    ReplyDelete
  7. Congratulations on the arrival of little Valerie Lane Palmer! I'm so glad the labor and delivery are over and people are doing well.

    You have had quite a week with the illnesses and that hospital trip for your mom.

    I am one who can say I've walked that hallway in your home. The lighthouse stitch looks very good there and is certainly an appropriate scene for where you live! You did a good job in Lindsay's former room, too. You have very nice taste in home decor.

    I hope this next week is easier and goes well for all.

    ReplyDelete
  8. How wonderful to welcome a new baby into the family. I'm so sorry everyone has been so sick. We still have to be extra careful coming in contact with people. My husband can't afford to get sick and of course it's miserable for anyone. I hope you all feel better. Take care!

    ReplyDelete
  9. There is nothing like a new baby to bring joy and hope to a family! Congratulations on little Miss Valerie! I'm sure you will treasure having a girl in the mix. Hope your mama is feeling better. It's always so worrisome when our aging parents fall ill. Enjoy those baby cuddles--they sure grow up way to fast as I know you know :) ♥

    ReplyDelete
  10. Glad the newest grandbaby has arrived. And what a pretty name - Valerie. A lot of sweetness to be enjoyed by all. You're making me think I should pull together pictures we moved here and never got on the wall. We should really make some decisions about them. I like where you placed your lighthouse.

    ReplyDelete

I am so glad you stopped by my little blog. Drop in again anytime.
Sincerely,
Sandy