Whew! The whirlwind weekend is coming to an end. We got up early on Saturate morning and got the bandwagon ready to head out. Our first parade was in Pipestone. That was a very nice parade. Once we were done, we quickly got the bandwagon in road ready condition. Then it was off to Granite Falls for our second parade of the day. It was 74 miles between Pipestone and Granite Falls. We made it in pleanty of time. Now that parade was long and hot! We got home and were exhausted. After church today we went to the nursing home to see Wally then off to my aunt and uncle's. House. Their farm was celebrating the century farm status. That was lots of fun. When we got home there was time to weed gardens. I also dud some planning for Kruse a palooza. Now the weekend is coming to an end. Why dies it go so fast?

You know, there is nothing like sitting around the fire pit with a glass of wine and friends. Last night was awesome. It really resets your mindset. I feel refreshed again. We need to do this more often. Life is so busy that we need to take time to relax and just enjoy life. My work week is filled with stress and a very busy schedule. It is so nice to have time on weekends to rest and relax. The next 2 weekends are going to be busy with community band - concerts and parades. I do like community band. I have made so many good friends in band. And there is nothing like making music!!!!! But I find that the busier I am - especially on weekends - the more my depression creeps into my mood. I need that R & R time to refresh. anyway, today should be another good day. If it doesn't rain, I plan to be in the flower garden weeding and mulching. For me that is wonderful therapy. And I really feel like I have accomplished something when I am done.

Another insomnia type night. As usual I slept very well until around 3 a.m. then I was wide awake. I don't really know what was bothering me this time. Maybe my body is just getting used to being wide awake at 3. Anyway, now the sun is up and the birds are singing. It would be a wonderful morning to take my cup of coffee and enjoy it out on the patio. That is not going to happen today though. I need to get to work in a few minutes. My Saturday to wok. I just have to remember the 4 year plan. I hope that I can make the plan work!

Another wonderful weekend - or at least the beginning of one. We had an early supper with friends and then home to a glass if wine sitting by the fidelity. It is so peaceful sitting out here. There are birds still chirping, the sunset is beautiful and the fire is calming. It sure does help to get rid of the stress of a crazy busy week.

The past two weekends have been wonderful. Time with family and friends. Celebrating with one side of the family for a big birthday party. It was so nice to sit and relax and visit with everyone. Then celebrating a graduation on the other side. Again, time to relax and get caught up on things with family. I got lots of grandma time as well. It was wonderful! My soulwas refreshed and recharged.