Good Friends, Good Times!

We had the most wonderful time with our Alabama friends this past weekend. Keith and "Big Dave" aka "Catfish" played in the Men's Member Guest at the club over the weekend and are not exactly bragging about their performance. I'm sure it didn't seem quite right for either of them this year as both were thinking about the loss of their dear friend Art. On a happy note, Art's wife Rosemary came along with Dave and Franny and we did all the usual fun shopping that we always do........hitting those favorite stores and coming home with lots of bargains! Steinmarts, Home Goods, T. J. Max and our favorite Target! We need more time next year so we can hit the high end stores too! 432 and Pamela M's. I also bought a 1500 piece jigsaw puzzle to keep them busy and all they did was complain that it was too big and too hard...they even left it to me to finish. And finish it I will...I can't seem to walk by it without putting in a few pieces.

Friday night was the best as we entertained a select group of 12 around the pool...very casual and very yummy! Keith cooked beef tenders on the grill and we had double stuffed potatoes and Art's salad, along with homemade bleu cheese sauce and garlic bread. Dessert consisted of a choice of Key Lime Pie or Strawberry Shortcake! (both homemade) None of this could have been accomplished without my Selma girls pitching in! Whow! They are the absolute best when it comes to kitchen help!

The tables were dressed in vintage tableclothes and vintage dish towels for napkins, each tied with ribbon and a silk flower. The centerpieces were red, yellow and blue cut flowers and were so pretty. Now, I am on a kick to collect more vintage linens!

Life is now back to normal.......for a little while anyway. Another fun weekend on the horizon with more high school friends! Stay tuned!

Oh and don't forget to visit my ETSY store http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5085887 ......I actually sold a piece of my art this week and I am so excited! Come visit and let me know your thoughts.