Bobby and I didn’t see eye to eye last evening and considering he’s the ‘King Of This Castle’ he ultimately makes the decisions. I love him and respect him for that but this time my friends, he’s entitled to his opinion and I’m entitled to mine.

So last evening I had to close the windows early (before Bobby got home) as it was getting a tinge cool outside. So after dinner our little deer family was back with two new babies that we have not seen! I was so excited that I was in cutting up three apples to toss out to them and Bobby was preparing to open the sliding glass door and the screen for me. And I really wanted to get some great pics of the little ones but hardly any luck as they were rather ‘high strung’ skittering constantly.

The little family eating up on green apples

The little family scattered about

As you can see the little one on the far left decided to make his little jerking, jumping movement damaging the picture and out of 33 pictures last night, you would think I would be able to get some good ones but it gets worse.

See how they just won’t hold still for their pictures?

So here’s the part where Bobby and I didn’t see eye to eye. Bobby noticed a ‘chill’ coming from the door and commented “ya know, the hottest it seems to get around here is just comfortable”. And he seems to be concerned that summer is not warm enough for his taste. And on that note, we had to agree to disagree. And all is well, happy and wonderful as he thanked me for the bazillionth time for being here with him, for being his companion and for loving him and telling me that home is wherever I am. This guy does amazing things for my heart and for that I’m forever grateful!

Bobby and I started our afternoon at the downtown Strawberry Festival.

And these dogs just made me laugh right out loud. The little Doberman was ready to eat that big Doberman for lunch. The big Doberman was like “ya want a piece of me, bring it on bay-bee”!

Fun stuff to look at and more fun stuff below

Had no clue tie dye was back

Some Strawberries

I love Historic Downtown

And a great day for the Festival considering it was supposed to rain

Jazz music in the street and that little man was so cute pretending right beside the band.

The little rock climbers

We had a nice little rest under this shade tree before we left and then we went to a nice place for an early dinner on our way home.

Now we’re back home to chill the rest of the day.

Last night Bobby took me out for a dinner and desert date. Following dinner we stopped by Sam’s Club to shop around. I got all caught up in the book section looking through an interior design book and Bobby said he was going to finish the isle and come around the other side and catch up with me in a bit.

Shortly after Bobby left I got all hung up on a particular page and couldn’t wait to show Bobby my exciting find. My head was still glued to the book but I saw Bobby’s leather coat pass by and I called out “honey… honey…” Pausing for a second, I looked up from the book calling “honey” to what I thought was Bobby. By this time I realized it wasn’t Bobby and I just began to “act” like I was looking for my husband. Boy I was so embarrassed but at least that guy thought I was looking for my honey.

Today we’re going to go browsing for a house and I think we’re going to march back to look at some of the areas we really liked. We still have the 1 year lease on the apartment which lasts through December but we can’t wait to get our feet wet now that our house sold!

We had a nice little date at a brand new restaurant for us. We went to Moxie’s Wood Fire Grill and it proved to be a very big hit. We have now added that restaurant to our “favorites” list.

One of Bobby’s friends from work told him that we had to try that place telling Bobby just how magnificent it was. What a wonderful relaxing evening and we enjoyed our private cozy little corner. And the dinner was cooked to perfection!

Couldn’t help but sneak a pic of my sweetheart

We started off with a bowl of clam chowder served with fresh bread. We both ordered the Filet and I had the sautéed baby spinach with roasted carrots. Then when our waitress came to the table with the dessert options I couldn’t help myself when fresh carrot cake (my favorite cake) was an option. And Bobby had the raspberry cheesecake. What a wonderful evening spent together.

To keep my posting in order, Here’s a little bit about our Valentines dinner and the last couple days.

My sweet valentine had reservations made a week in advance so that we could have our special date on valentines without having a long wait.

There was even that special song “I Love You Truly” sung by a group of musicians. They also serenaded us with “Let Me Call You Sweetheart, I’m In Love With You”. Dinner was delish, the music was delightful but the greatest gift of all was right there by my side. He gave me such a beautiful card and a wonderful gift I wasn’t even expecting.

We had a very relaxing evening last night and watched a nice movie together.

Today we woke late and just hung out and kicked back all day for the most part. This evening Bobby asked where he could take me for dinner and with that he took me to another one of our favorite restaurants. I’m so thankful for my sweetheart and so blessed to have his undivided love each day.

Valentines is a once a year occasion where our hearts flutter at the wonderful sights of pink hearts and chocolates. I go back to school days where cards were exchanged with all the kids in class. There was something about passing out valentines and receiving valentines and there is something so enchanting about exchanging cards with my only beloved valentine.

Finding a perfect card is something I take my time doing and when I find it, I just know and the search is over. I found Bobby’s card last week and have it secured to present to him this evening.

This year we have reservations for our favorite Japanese restaurant but many times we spend the evening at home with a nice quiet dinner without the crowds. But no matter what we always exchange cards.

I’m so happy that at the end of the day true love does abound. I’m so thankful Bobby sprinkles extra special love potions all year long just because, not because he has to. And Valentines Day for us is just another wonderful love day shared together with two hearts that beat for each other every day of the year.

Last evening (late as in just before we went to bed) Bobby went out to get the mail and this

is the goodie he brought in. Every time Clay Times arrives, it’s like Christmas reading through all the pages and soaking in all the lovely pieces of art. It’s an every other month issue so I really cherish it when it arrives. The sad thing is, it’s my last issue but Bobby insists I get it again even though we don’t know how long we’re going to be at this address. As he states, just make a change of address at the time and don’t worry about it. I think he’s on to something and I may have my new subscription submitted before the day is over.

In just a bit, I’m going to be curling up here on the loveseat and ottoman, soaking in the wonders this magazine has to behold. Oh and I’ve just put on a fresh pot of coffee for this grand occasion too!

And as for the day, it’s perfect conditions to stay indoors. We have sleet/rain falling and Bobby is also here with me as the roads are covered in ice. Bobby tried to get out this morning and saw several accidents in just the short distance he went and noticed a slew of mailboxes knocked down at the bottom of the hill. And just about a mile away from home a cop was there and would not allow him to move on any further. He learned that road upon road was closed and the interstate that he normally takes was closed as well. I’m just so thankful he made it back home. Now he’s all set up with his laptop conducting meetings via the phone from home.

The weather conditions should change as it’s supposed to be warming up a great deal today but for now we’re hunkered in. And this is the breakfast I made for Bobby, just because…

I can’t begin to say how happy I am to have my dearest back home. I was so overjoyed that tears bubbled up from deep within and soon my eyes were a haze of tears from the wave of emotion. There is so much that I miss when he’s away like; I miss cuddling each night while watching TV, a movie or whatever. I miss doting over him, I miss his hugs each day when I least expect them, I miss his voice, his smile and the way he looks at me. I miss the way he makes me laugh and falling asleep and waking up in his arms each day, there is everything to miss about him when he’s away.

While we were busy catching up on all the things I missed, my heart was truly overjoyed and it spewed over the top with happy uncontrollable tears several times throughout the day. It’s so good to have my darling home as he is my better half and right by his side is where I want to be always and forever.

Don’t know how else to word it but I wouldn’t exactly call it a melt down “yet”. I was supposed to begin my day with my realtor to see a new property that just came on the market last week. And the really cool thing is that it was just about 5 min to work! Hubby and I were both so enthused with the looks of the home and the views were out of this world! Well that didn’t happen.

Just as I was getting ready for my appointment, the realtor called to say that that house was taken off the market the day before. The gentleman did not get his relocation like he planned, so he’s going to stay put in that home. That’s just fine and I didn’t take it bad at all as I know something is out there for us somewhere. Hubby and I have always been big fans of patience and we’ve learned time and time again that it pays off.

So yesterday I set off doing my own thing but for some reason the realization of these hotel walls got to me. I began to feel these walls closing in around me and I closed myself in and shut the world off. Not a good thing, but that’s what I did.

By the time Hubby came home from work, I had pulled myself together and was anxiously waiting for him to come home. We had a nice dinner alone and talked about our plan and where we go from here. It was a wonderful evening and Hubby made me feel so much better.

We came back to the hotel and hung out together enjoying a few shows and had fun just hanging out together. I had already decided not to tell Hubby about my down day as I didn’t want to put this undue pressure on him. He’s working hard and I didn’t want to burden him with my little “off day”. Well, right in the middle of our wonderful evening

Hubby asked – Is everything alright?

I smiled and said – Things are fine darling

But he sensed something and continued – What did I do?

Debbie – Nothing honey you’re fine

Hubby – What didn’t I do?

Debbie – Honey you do everything just right. (tear) Kinda had a down day and these walls closed in on me.

Hubby – Darlin’ thank you so much for being here with me and putting up with this hotel – you mean the world to me and I couldn’t make it a day without you, everything is going to be alright.

That just melted my troubles away and I’m back on my feet raring to face this beautiful day. I’m off to the salon in a while to get a nice little cut and some color. If Bobby can swing it, he plans to meet me for lunch. I feel so blessed to have such a wonderful caring and loving husband and so thankful he’s really tuned into me. I’m on top of the world today!