This weekend was quiet and a nice lull in the schedule! I managed to get back out to the garden and did some jobs that were overdue. Blue skies prevailed along with warm temperatures!
We received the invitations that were designed for Fattima’s bridal shower and in general just had a nice relaxing two days.
The older kids are still fighting a virus but Heme seems better each day. An old board game was rediscovered by the younger generation kids and hours of laughter, arguing and bragging commenced! Sumaya got out her special weed wacker from Grampa and did some work, roses were pruned and general upkeep was completed.
A Teriyaki bowl was the scheduled dinner. I marinated chicken, stir fried some veggies until crisp tender and in the end we all had a good meal!
Towards evening a storm whipped up complete with lightning, high winds and rain. The sky eventually turned an ominous black and the patio cover Osama set up threatened to come loose, but in the end it stayed put.
This summer will be full of gardening, babysitting our little ones and planning a bridal shower and wedding!
These blessings are especially sweet and remind me of how far we have come. It’s been nine years since our relocation from Saudi to Idaho! Thank you for being part of our journey!
What a beautiful sky!
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It was amazing!
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It has been a pleasure to tag along!
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You are such a good companion x
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very pretty invitations
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Thank you!
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I think you needed a quiet weekend, Lynn. Although I doubt you have ever spent a day of sitting around and doing nothing! Enjoy.
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haha you are right!
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9 is one of my lucky numbers …. you have 9 beautiful children who love you and it has been 9 years since you came back from Saudi – I have a hunch this year is going to be a huge turning point for you. One where all the hard work on mending yourself pays dividends and when you truly find your peace, the peace that you deserve – that which is found inside and which no-one can disturb xxx
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Thanks so much dear Fiona xoxoxo
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Thank you for sharing, Lynn. Yes you have come a long way.
Leslie
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Thanks Leslie xo
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❤
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Lynn, what a lovely view from your deck. The beautiful Palouse and the vast sky. The bridal shower invite quite unique. Enjoy the quiet and the coming excitement. 📚 Christine
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Thanks so much!
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So good you could enjoy some downtime in the middle of all the busyness. It struck me that it has been nine years since you moved to Idaho. Nine months of gestation for pregnancy. You will be birthing some wonderful things! Enjoy!
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Thank you so much!!!! xx
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It sounds like a lovely week-end! I’m glad everyone is getting better. The rainbow and garden look beautiful, as do the Bride, and Groom to be!
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Thanks Deborah!
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So so so so so wonderful!!! ❤
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Thanks! Quiet is good haha
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☺️🌸
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Lynn, a beautiful summer planned for you all and congratulations on the nine years back! 🌺🌻
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Thanks dear Annika xx
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Amazing storm! I’m glad all is quiet and pleasurable in your home.
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Thank you dear Ina xo
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A peaceful day and a very calming read. 🙂 Love your photos…dinner looked delicious!
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Thanks so much xx
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Congrats on the nine years! Peaceful day and peace of mind.
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Thank you so much x
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A happy day. I hope everyone is germ-free soon
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I hope so too!
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All is well, beautiful!
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What a wonderful and enjoyable weekend! Gosh, it is hard to believe you have been back in the states for 9 years. Thank goodness you are back in the states (you and your children)!
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It is so hard to really believe you are right! xoxo
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Very nice Lynz. A laid back weekend, warm weather and a chance to take care of a few projects is always good. Gardens look great.
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A little quiet during this busy summer is to be savored!
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yes for sure!
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