Life up to date

Hello everyone,

I know it has been awhile since I have written anything. So I thought I would bring you up to date. First off life has really, I mean really slowed down for me. I got up this morning and noticed how beautiful the sunrise is out here. Especially seeing cows "dotted" around in the fields around the house. But I have to admit that although this is fresh air; occasionally with a hint of "cows/chickens" in the area; but mostly the smell of hay and mowed fields. Believe me it is not Austin by any stretch of the imagination; it is the country. Bolt (our little yellow dogger) runs for "meadow muffins" like they were the best thing ever; the fresher the better. He rolls all in it like it was the best thing on earth. Then he gets a bath. Rusty gets to run as far and as long as he wants to. And "Puzzles" just bounds through every field. I am sitting here realizing how blessed I am to be able to enjoy this freedom; and I think of those out there fighting so that I can do this. I have a little friend who visits me almost every evening; I call him "sticky", he is a green tree frog, and on the bottom of his little feet are sucker like things. He gets on the window and eats bugs. It is really cool to watch. It is like having your own little aquarium of "pets"; except that this is in its true habitat. Dale said that if you hurt them they will scream; I thought great, that is all I need. Recently we lost a couple of cows and it was nice to see that out hear people are so honest. They will "bother" to find out where their property joins up with another and let you know that your "cows" are in their pasture; then keep them for you till you can get to them. This way of life here is so very, very different. I thought by living in Austin I got to learn allot of great things and that there would doubtfully, be a place that would hold my attention. People here mow one another's grass and don't lock their doors and if you need anything "just go in and get it". The men here "young and old" hold doors open for women; and will let you go first in line. If you break down on the road; you are not there for long; someone always comes along to help you. I did find out that the 2 tallest horses in the world live here in Mt. Pleasant. And that I can go and see them.

I bought Dale a hat that looks like one from Australia. At first he did not want one; now he can't live without it. He physically stays out ALL day long. I mean the man loves riding his tractor; and building fences. His Dad goes out with him. In fact his Dad is up and here before we even get up. And he is 86. Talk about feeling bad; I mean the man goes to bed at 10 or 11 and has been getting up at about 6 since we have been here. I know in my heart that this move has done a good thing for Dale and his Dad; it has brought us all closer; but more so for Dale and his parents. Evelyn (Dale's Mom) said that Clarence has not been this excited over anything in a while. I have started my exercising; mostly walking with the dogs. But it is nice to walk down a "dirt" road and not have to worry about getting run over; except by a dog.

I am trying to get used to not working. I am still friends with the girl I came to sit for. She thought she would have more to do on the outside than what she found. And come to find out not only are they concerned about his job (he works for BP); but there really is nothing to go and do here. And as for working on the horses like she thought she would; it is way to hot. But we all get along great and they are a nice family. I am trying to be still and let God work through me and guide me. I know Dale wants me to get all the boxes unpacked and put up. But truth is there are only 2 (coat size) closets in the house and storage space is minimal to say the least. But I am going to do my very bestest to get it done! Keep us in your prayers; pray that the house sells quickly. It has already been vandalized and now needs more work. I still believe in my heart that this was the best for Dale; and maybe even me. But Dale for sure; he laughs allot more and I can't get the man to come in for anything. Well "Sticky" is leaving guess he needs to get home; and I need to get into bed. Maybe we'll be able to get up before Dales' Dad does.

Hugs and Blessings,

Me