Short Sweet Snow in January 2017

Last weekend we were expecting 6" to 10" of snow in Cary/Raleigh, NC which would've been nice, instead we got little snow and too much rain..ice.  We still enjoyed our three whole inches. lol  We put extra food out for the critters and the pups really enjoyed it, it seems to energize them!  As for us, it was so pretty to see.  I don't think I would be happy having snow for more than a week.  I guess it's because at heart I'm a Florida girl. :)    

I'm curious, are you living in the state you truly desire or does your heart desire somewhere different? If so, where?

here's our pups with their boy Kyle.
make sure to turn up the volume so you can hear Kyle laughing and Rambo barking. :)

North Carolina Is Home For Me Again

Hi everyone!  I know it's been awhile and I've missed you all!  
The move wasn't easy, but we're finally getting settled into our new home in Cary, NC.  A BIG thank you to my parents that helped us move here!  We love you and are very grateful!  My dad drove a moving truck, hubby drove a moving truck and Kyle and I drove the Navigator with our pups. :)  We had a convoy!  We drove all night long and arrived to our new home at 9:30 a.m.. 
Kyle and I cried as we left our home of many years.
 But, now it's time for a new adventure!

Kyle graduated high school May 9th!  We're very proud and we will be having a big celebration when my parents come to visit again.  
I've met some nice people here already!  I'm especially looking forward to meeting Madi and her mom!  They live really close by in Raleigh.  Even though our address is Cary we're very close to Apex and Raleigh, a very convenient location.

I have family that live in eastern NC and I'm looking forward to spending time with them!  

I'll be around to your blog soon!  Hope everyone is doing well.
Please keep Chatty Crone and MadSnapper in your prayers!  They're both dealing with health issues.

I'll leave you with the our last days in Orlando and our first days in Cary, NC...now home. :)

my baby boy
Class of 2014!

my 45th birthday

my 45th birthday with hubby

Hubby's birthday

our front yard and neighborhood at our new home

our new home in Cary, NC

this was taken thru my bedroom window upstairs, he or she is a a regular visitor.
I need to find out what kind of bird this is. lol

Winter In Florida

We've finally had winter here in Florida.  Our average temp has been about 45 degrees and most days have been sunny here in Orlando and I'm enjoying it.  The pups love the cooler weather.  And as you can see in these pics, the young squirrels are enjoying our Morning Glories and I don't mind sharing. :)  I was watching this little boy out my kitchen window one cold morning..so sweet!

Hope everyone is staying warm and safe!

  

What I Will Not Miss About Florida

I will not miss seeing Alligators on the side of the road!  We saw this one while driving to the main post office here in Orlando.  I spotted it and we turned around, parked and got out to take pics.  It never moved.  It's mouth is open because that's how they cool off.  These were taken in September, I believe.

They can move very quickly!  I grew up on a lake and there were a lot of gators.  If you live in Florida, you shouldn't allow your pups to wade in any body of water.  

How do you feel about gators? 

   

Florida's Crazy Weather

Here in Orlando it's normal to be wearing shorts & flip flops one day and a coat the next day. lol  And that's exactly what's going on here this week!  We hit 80 degrees one day and the next couple of days we were in the 40's.  I don't mind the 40's as long as the sun is shining. :)

This is what I enjoy about the cooler weather. Nothing like getting cozy by the fire.  My son is the best at getting a good fire started, he laughs at mine.:)

Hope everyone is staying warm & safe!

Our home in NC must have a fireplace.
All of us had it on our must have list. :)

Hibiscus Special

I found this little Hibiscus at Lowe's home improvement store.  It was on the clearance table.  I paid .25, only a quarter!  Love it!  And just look how beautiful it is blooming.  These pics were taken on this gorgeous Friday morning here in Florida.  It's only suppose to be a high of mid 70's today, so I'm very excited!  
Hope your Friday brings you lots of smiles. :)

fall blooms in Florida...

beautiful from all angles...

Back To Cary

We went back to visit Cary, NC.  The weather was perfect, about high of 65 everyday with sunshine.  I didn't miss the Florida weather at all, but I sure missed our puppy dogs.  
We are still moving to Cary, but not until after the first of the year.  I'm getting so excited to start our life there!

Hope everyone has been doing well.  I will be visiting everyone's blogs soon. :)

everyone knows I can't pass up these guys. :)

these two were so sweet to look at the camera. :)

we pulled over in the parking lot to take pics. :)

  

On Our Way Back To Florida

While hubby was driving us back from North Carolina I was happily snapping.  Even though he was driving around 70mph it didn't stop me. :)  

After figuring gas cost for our Navigator, we decided to rent a vehicle because it would actually be less expensive.  We used our discount through USAA and thanks to a wonderful lady at Budget we made out very well.  When I arrived to pick up the car the lady working gave us an upgrade, at no extra charge, to a Ford Edge.  I have always thought the Edge was a sharp little suv.  We absolutely loved it!  Our son is 6'2" and he had plenty of room in the back.  I may be looking at buying one in the future. :)  

Anyway, I hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend!

Florida Gators...The Movie

Remember last month when hubby and I found baby Alligators out by the airport?  Well, we stopped by and checked on them.  They seem to be doing very well!  And there was no sign of Mama which was just fine with me. :)  

We think Mama is hanging out in there somewhere. :)

This is their home.  If you look  towards the center you can see a little one.

Orlando Cows

These cows are located just south of the Orlando International Airport.  I didn't realize that the image stabilizer had been turned off, so it's a little shaky.

These cows are for you, Sandra...:)

They are so cute!  I love to see the babies run!
That's the air traffic control tower in the background.

Anhinga

Spotted this beauty while we were out and about.
We turned around so I could happily snap!

Hope this post finds everyone well and looking forward to summer. :)

My son got a job at Wet 'n Wild as a lifeguard for the summer.  He's very excited and we're very proud of him!

P.S.  Thank you, TexWisGirl, for your help identifying this beauty. :)

Deadliest Catch

My son and his friends went fishing one night and caught this baby alligator.  When he told me about it I thought he was kidding and then he showed me this photo....yikes!
They took pics and released the little monster cutie.:)

My son is holding the gator

Florida Gators

Hubby and I took a drive out by Orlando International Airport.  We usually see some critters out and about.  We stopped by a huge drainage ditch where we had seen storks, turtles and rabbits before.  As we approached the ditch we heard something hit the water quickly, way too fast for a turtle.  Hubby then spotted the little creatures...baby alligators!  Which means Mama is close by!  Needless to say we didn't stay long! LOL  In every body of water in Florida there is a good chance a gator is in it.  

They were only about 10 inches long.

Next time I will post photos of the little gator our son and his friends played with. LOL

You can see the stripes on this one.

This is their home...

Had a hard time seeing this one.  Mother Nature knows camouflage!

A Dog's Life

Here's Rambo and Rocket soaking up the Florida sun and waiting to eat, waiting for a walk, waiting for a tummy rub or for some squirrels to play a friendly game of Chase.:)  What a life...a dog's life that is!

We love our pups!  They Rock! :)

AC On!

While I see a lot of snow thru pictures on blogs, we're dealing with yucky weather in Orlando!  It's warm and humid here and we have turned the AC on!  My neck has been so hot from my hair!  I just feel like jumping in a pool or shower constantly!  Isn't the weather crazy??
Our bird baths have needed refilled everyday too.  Which we are happy to help out our wildlife visitors. :)