Wednesday, August 31, 2022

Oh, Baby! What a great month!

Grandma perks:
Watching otters swim about at the zoo
with a stroller beside me.
Singing Raffi and lullabies to a tiny tot.
Reading picture books aloud to eyes full of wonder.
But especially - kissing soft, tiny toes!
(Welcome to my great nephew too!)
 
 During my road trip to see my new grandchild
I went off the highway and saw some of America.
I had an amazing week of family, food, and simple pleasures.
I love architecture, murals, and vintage stuff 
so Finley Market was full of my favorites.
And the smells! Yum!
Spending time with the grand cats was purrfect too.
Taking a walk around the block was full of surprises.
A picnic at Ault Park was delightful.
I listened to some powerful literature this month 
and reread a favorite.
There were nibbles galore during my visit.
The concerts kept rollin' this month. 
Bought some swag.
Celebrations are such fun. 

Magnus' portrait is framed and hung.
Walks to the beach are good for views
and shedding the weight of Food Truck Thursdays, BBQ, and baked goods.
Here's pics of a few birthday presents given after the big day.
So lovely. Thanks friends!
Summer trips to the garden store, convertible drives,
and the occasional gift in the mailbox.
So many sunny memories.
The Cezanne exhibit at the Art Institute was fascinating.
As was the people watching.
Best of all was hanging with my cuz.
Backyard camping the last week of the month 
brought s'more fun!
Drives in the country. 
Welcoming falling leaves. 
What a winner of a month.
Literally!
I haven't forgotten Ukraine.
Continued hopes for PEACE!
Here's to hoping your month held some new sights and flavors.
Next month is sure to hold unexpected beauty!
Peace be with you!
Jen Pen


 

16 comments:

  1. I spy some very special shells found just for YOU! Congrats on la babé, so glad you got to visit! Love the Magnus portrait. RIP Magnus! Coming to see you soon! ❤️

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    1. It was fun to hang out with you! Love the shells! Thanks!

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  2. P.s. you saw Goo Goo Dolls and Pit Bull? I'm so JEALOUS!!

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    1. Oh yes, because I am just the coolest of the cool. HA!

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  3. Awesome as always, Grandma 😘😘😘😉😉😉😉 Seema

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  4. Happy you had some happy travels 😎💕

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    1. YES! I love traveling! Can't wait to visit YOU some day!

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  5. Just loved seeing and hearing it all! Did you guess that the collage of barns and leaves is my favorite?😊

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  6. Love the framed Magus, orange radio, all the happy in this blog and most of all the baby happiness.

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    1. Magnus looks so dapper in his new portrait! We love it! Thanks for the sweet comments!

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  7. Congratulations on becoming a grandma!

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  8. You really do embrace life and make the most of it! Great memories made. So happy to welcome your new granddaughter. She is lovely! Enjoy your new adventure. Magnus always brings a tear to our eyes. We miss his stories but love to see his cute face again in the pictures. Please keep blogging.
    Your Ohio best friends.

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    1. Thanks for your sweet comments and encouragement!

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