Thursday, I went up to Mom’s house and carved a pumpkin for her. She has rheumatoid arthritis in her hands so she can’t do the carving anymore. It’s been awhile since I’ve carved a real one – I used to carve the foam ones with Love and Rand in the past a lot so we…
Category: Photography and Pics
Sunken Gardens Part Three
Continuing Monday’s pics and Tuesday’s pics, here are some more of the historical botanical gardens, Sunken Gardens in St. Petersburg, Florida. These were taken on Sunday, October 21st. Whew! Ok, I think that’s enough for now. Hope you enjoyed a look at the beautiful flowers, scenery and gardens of Sunken Gardens!
Sunken Gardens
It was a beautiful weekend weather-wise here in the Tampa Bay Area with very low humidity and cool breezes. It was lovely. I wanted to enjoy a little of it, so Sunday we went to Sunken Gardens. I had gotten a super cheap Groupon way back in May with the plans to use it when…
Oops
Has it really been a week since I wrote an entry? Sheesh. Here’s a quick recap. Saturday, we went over to Disney for a few hours to catch an extremely early “Dress Rehearsal” of New Fantasyland. See, they’ve been building a new expansion to the park for years now. It’s the largest expansion ever in…
Hysterversary
Today is my one year anniversary of my Hysterectomy. It’s almost as surreal to say that as it was last year when it was happening. In so many ways, it’s hard to believe it’s been a year already. But in just as many ways, it feels like so much longer ago. I have never been…
Recent Days Recap
Lots of things going on lately so I haven’t had a chance to sit down and write a real entry again. So, as usual, here’s a recap. Anniversary Last week was the 14th anniversary of Love and I being together. Aw… Seriously though, fourteen years! Holy cow, that’s a long time. One of these years…
Paid In Full
You might recall the I posted about a $188 bill back on September 13th. It was the leftover amount for the Radiologist when I went into the ER and was going into collection. It needed to be paid off within 30 days or it was going on my credit. Well, I’m excited to report I…
Kitty Filler Post
I just don’t feel like writing a proper entry, so here’s two cat photos to tide you over instead. So, there ya go. Kitties for the (filler) win.
Palm Tree Trimming
Here’s a very Florida moment for you… I’m sitting here on my computer in my master bedroom when I hear a chainsaw turn on. It’s VERY loud and it sounds like it’s right outside my window. So I go peek out and sure enough if there isn’t a guy with a chainsaw, standing on a…
Autumn Sunset and Autumn Moon
Saturday was the Autumn Equinox; the first day of Autumn and one of two days a year where the length of night and day are equal. It also had a gorgeous sunset here in Florida. And Sunday, I finally was able to do something I’ve never done before; get a decent shot of the moon….
Lunar Cycle
Two new trees are in my shop this week. One is a full moon that looks JUST like the actual moon. The other is a new take featuring a crescent moon instead of a full. There are always so many new and wonderful variations possible! Don’t forget, I also gladly take custom orders. Many more…
Many PhoenixFire Designs Shop Updates
Busy day in the shop today! I got a ton of items listed – both new and previously sold-out and now restocked pieces! Click any image for more details and purchase info. Also check out the rest of the items in the shop and don’t forget you can Like PhoenixFire Designs on facebook too. And…
Two Bills Paid Off
Just made my last payment on two of my medical bills!! My Care Credit is now paid off (starting balance of $500) and my two lab bills for pre-op testing are both paid off now as well. (Starting balance of $300.) I also made a payment to my doctor so my balance is down to…
Labor Day Weekend In Pictures
Friday was Nanny’s 96th Birthday so we went up to see her. Presents, cards and took her out to lunch. Saturday I worked on some orders including a couple custom pieces. Check out my custom full moon listing for how to get one made to your specifications and preferences! Sunday we went over to Magic…
A Picture Is Worth 1,000 Words
…but I’m chatty, so here’s pictures AND words. Mom’s birthday was last Wednesday the 8th, and we were going to get together at my sister’s on Saturday for a birthday party but Mom wasn’t feeling well, so we did it on Sunday instead. My sister had some technical problems with the grill (i.e. it didn’t…