Monday, June 17, 2013

A PLAY DATE WITH JILLIAN


US Journal
Monday, June 17, 2013


On Saturday, my friend from our church Julie called to ask if her one-year-old Jillian could come over while she and her husband John were cleaning out a storage room. They have recently moved into a new house, and they have more room for the things that are in the storage room now. I knew Peter would be going to the farmer’s market in Marietta, and I usually go with him, but I decided to stay home with Jillian instead this time.

It was definitely a play date! We got so involved in reading, bouncing Tigger up and down, playing ball (she loves to go fetch!), playing drop and fetch behind the speaker, crawling around behind all sorts of furniture, having snacks and meals, and napping, that 7 hours later, we still hadn’t gotten to the pool or the swing set. Next time, we’ll go there first, won’t we, Jillian. Thanks for letting her come for a visit, Julie!

In the evening, our big treat was to go to Gina and Will’s house for dinner. Gina’s mom and dad were there from Tennessee and brought lamb to add to our dinner. We took the pasta, my pecan pie and gelato; and Gina added some salad, bruschetta, more gelato and wine. It was wonderful together. We all get along well together, and it was especially nice to get in a visit with Cheryl and Kim. We’re looking forward to a week in Sicily with their family next spring to celebrate Cheryl’s BIG birthday! Can’t wait for that, too! Thanks so much for the invitation!

Father’s Day was extra special for Peter…lunch with Jill and Kyle, then a movie with Kyle. Later, both Cati and Nick called him to wish him Happy Father’s Day. I could tell that he really appreciated all that attention! Thanks to all of you.

Ciao!

Colleen

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