Betty and Alberta's Great-Grandsons

Last week I had a sort of play date for my mom's great-grandson, Lucas and my aunt's great-grandson, Taylor. The day was going along well until after nap time when both got in a wagon to be pulled five blocks to a soccer field. We were all happy and jolly on the ride there. Both had a good time climbing on the play equipment and kicking balls. When it was time to head for home they both protested getting in the wagon. I pulled it while both dawdled along behind me. I knew I wouldn't get home for an hour at the pace we were so I offered ice cream to anyone who would get in the wagon. Lucas fell for the bribe but Taylor stayed steadfast and refused to get in. We crawled along for another block when I finally got a grip and forced Taylor's rigid, screaming body into the wagon. He tried to fall out but I won the seat belt struggle and we headed home at breakneck speed. Taylor even laughed most of the way. I am blaming Charlie for this incident because I mentioned the wagon in the morning but it wasn't until evening that Charlie explained that Taylor hates wagons.

My mom and I attended Taylor's second birthday along with his grandparents and about 20 others. We were happy to see some relatives and especially Brice, who is looking very fit these days. On Sunday Ken, Mary Jane, Betty and Brice visited Harbor Crest where my mom lives and declared it perfect. Well maybe not perfect but my mom is happy there so that makes it perfect.

My friend Sally and I go to exercise class several times a week and have for the past 15 years or so. This young thing came up to me last week and said seeing us exercise was so inspirational for her and she hopes when she gets to be our age she can still exercise. I hated that remark. How old am I? I guess I don't see the wrinkles but they're there.

Tuesday was a Lind Ladies Cookies Day and even though I missed the past two months I received my official Lind Ladies tote bag with my name inscribed. I don't know when I've gotten a better gift. I think this means they can't kick me out now but maybe I will do something awful that could merit that.

This week has also been household repair time. I have a new frost free faucet installed and a new control for my refrigerator-just what I always wanted. Next the house is being painted and the lawn aerated. I think it has to stop raining first however.