Matilda's 98th Birthday

"When I grow up I want to be an old woman." Have you seen that commercial? Matilda could have been in it. I would rather say " When I grow up I want to be just like Matilda." Today a small group of us celebrated her 98th birthday. What a wonderful party for a wonderful person. Matilda is an inspiration to so many. She is cheerful, insightful and encouraging. It was my pleasure to be included in her group of friends. Matilda reminds me so much of my own mother. They are from the same generation and we have a lot to learn from that generation.

Here is Lee serving vegetarian lasagna to Matilda. The lasagna was delicious. All the food was wonderful including the homemade baklava that her neighbor Scarlett made.

Happy 98th Birthday.

4 Years - I Miss You Nancy

Today marks 4 years since Nancy went to be with the Lord. I continue to miss her, but I also remember the good times. The picture below was taken at Bass Lake in 1968. That is Steve Ballanti (on the left) and Don (on the right) and of course the ever so petite and balanced Nancy on top. I remember this wonderful time with her and also our many other visits to Bass Lake. Nancy's memory lives on. I bet she is doing cartwheels in heaven.

The kitty and the princess

I had to post these pictures for those of you that aren't on facebook. Jess took the pictures. Maybe it's because I'm the grandmother, but I just think these girls are adorable. Don't you?