I can't believe how long it has been since I posted a blog. Boy, am I bad. haha
Last week we spent the whole week in Branson seeing Haygoods shows (five to be exact), spending time with Jason, Liza, Joanna, Rose, Tina, Sheila and the Kims. lol To say the least there was NEVER a boring time. The shows were AMAZING, OUTSTANDING and overall F-U-N!!!! We even helped Patrick come up with his own saying for the Romance section of the show. Now, he doesn't have to share the 'Big Daddy' title with Dominic. LOL For the whole review check out their website http://www.thehaygoods.com or http://www.bransoncritic.com. For more pictures check out myspace http://www.myspace.com/annette6407 .
I have added a few photos from June 10, 12 and 13th. I love getting my own group shots and then having them sign one. I even make copies and give one to each. They like to see them because they probably don't have any of their own since it isn't taped anymore.
Well, the week was anything but relaxing. I had to go back to work to rest. LOL We helped Jason celebrate his graduation from Baylor University. We took him, Rose and Liza to Lamberts. We enjoyed ourselves a little too much. When we left the table beside us clapped our exiting. We walked Branson Landing, toured Silver Dollar City, viewed the Titanic display and tried several new places to eat.
On the way home we stopped in Springfield at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery. We took some pictures of the markers. They were very interesting. One was for a US Air Force gentleman. It read 'now flying with the angels.' I told Joanna that this is amazing and because of what they did we can have our time to laugh, make fools of ourselves and have a good life. We also saw several people either in uniform or with Veterans hats/jackets on. We made sure to thank as many of them as we could for their Service. One guy cried when I told him 'Welcome Home'. He was a Vietnam Veteran and they guys have always told me they were not treated well when they came home and hardly any were greeted nicely. They said 'Welcome Home' is a greeting they do to each other and, when done with respect by one of us, means ALOT!
When I got home I sent back into my volunteer meetings. Talk about not taking a breathe. But, it is now time to get back to our Troops.
A few months ago Rev. Jim, one of the PGRs road Chaplains, and a member of the Christian Motorcycle Association had a special service at his church. About 50 PGR members brought their bikes to be blessed. Rev. Jim told Fred, Pat and I we could bring out 'cages' (cars) for the blessing as well. We drive with them in many Missions. We said the Bikers prayer and then either Rev. Jim or one of his associates went to each person to pray for their safety and any prayer requests they had.
He prayed at my car and then I had him pray for some very hard decisions I am facing this year. I believe my life has hit a crossroads that I am not sure where to turn. I feel I need to be moving from here and know where I would like to go. But, I also need to know that that is where He wants me to be placed. I have started a PRO/CON list. The biggest CON to staying is all the volunteer work I do with the Veterans organizations. I love the people I am around and cannot think of life without them. My friend, Eric, has told me if I move he knows people EVERYWHERE and would help me get in touch with them and get something started wherever I go. He is really a special friend and someone I trust alot. I have family here but they have already told me to do what I feel is right. I have helped Mom since Dad died 15 years ago. My brother in law told me that it is their turn to help out with her. All my sisters and nieces and nephews are with a few miles of each other. I really need to know my correct path.
We are starting plans for the 'All Eras Veterans Healing Field' to be displayed Aug. 14-17th this year at Davenport Memorial Park Cemetery. This year we are looking to make scale size replicas of the Memorials on the Washington Mall. I know I am committed to this event. This is a special time to give tribute to the men and women of the Armed Forces who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our Freedoms.
I could write more but you are probably bored reading this by now. I hope you enjoy the pictures and check out the other photos/reviews I did.
Until next time..........
God bless, love and DITTO!
