What makes this so fun and exciting for me is that I have a LOT of relatives and friends in that area. My mom grew up not far from Lakeland and we have a huge family down there. So, needless to say I will have a ball catching up with all of them. And, an extra special treat…I have been online friends with dear, sweet Kim of Daisy Cottage fame for several years now and we are going to meet in person. I can hardly wait! Kim is one person I’ve always wanted to meet and now we get the opportunity. We were going to try to meet for the day, but this week is extra busy for her and my last minute plans messed things up, so I’ll get to see her on Thursday and at least meet each other face to face. What fun that will be! If all goes well with his job, I’ll be going back down in a few weeks and Kim and I will then get to spend the day together at that time.
Another really exciting thing about this trip is that I went to college in Lakeland. It was Southeastern Bible College back then, but is now just Southeastern College. This was way back in the 70’s and after attending college for 2 years, I ended up being a college dropout. I quit and started working. I thought working would be more fun, but what did I know? I spent 4 years down there. Anyway, I haven’t been back to my college since the mid-80’s or so and from what I hear, the campus has changed drastically. Updates and lots of new buildings, so I can’t wait to walk down memory lane. My parents met and married out of this college (the big joke was it should have been called Southeastern Bridal College) and I have countless relatives who also graduated from there, so it holds a lot of good memories for me.
Don’t worry! I’ll still be blogging. I will be on hubby’s laptop and will still be able to keep up with my posts. Think of all the pictures I will take. I can’t wait! And no…this is not an April Fool’s joke!
This is a quick update on today, so don’t miss the wedding floral pics below!
Have a wonderful time in Florida. Love your new banner collage!
I hope that you have a wonderful time in FL (we just came back from FL!). Meeting Kim will be so special. Take lots of pics!
How fun to be able to travel with your husband now!
And how fun to meet KIM!
And how special to get back to your old stompin grounds! Enjoy recalling sweet memories with friends and family!
Have fun Rhoda! I know you are thrilled to get to go with your hubby!
bonnie
Wow Rhoda, what fun! Sounds like a great trip you have planned. And what a special treat to meet with Kim!
Have a wonderful time, can’t wait to see pics!
Hugs,
Donna
Stop by for another award. Hugs, DebraK
Wow! What a wonderful opportunity. Can’t wait to hear about your Lakeland adventures!
Rhoda, thanks for entering my giveaway. I have been out of town and will announce a winner tomorrow after I catch up with all my emails and comments. Enjoy yourself!
Jenny
How fun is that? Good for you Rhoda being able to go with your hubby. I try to go with mine when I can, but the “season” in my life is at a different stage – – with an 8th grader at home still. Someday I’ll be able to go more.
Have a most wonderful time visiting with friends and family.
Blessings,
Sher
New Blogger here and just checking out different sites! What a pleasant visit I have had in yours! Love the beautiful flower arrangements, what a great “understudy” opportunity! 🙂 Your home is just beautiful, you are one talented lady! Hope you don’t mind that I am adding you to my favorite blogs list, so that I can stop in again and see what is new with you and your creations! OH, and almost forgot…Love yardsales, so I appreciated your great finds you shared! 🙂 Rhonda
Oh what fun dear Rhoda!! And you get to meet Kim too!! Have her give you a huh from me and you give her a hug from me and…well, you know what I mean!
We have lived in FL three times and know that area well. You do too I guess! That means you will have so much fun and sun and flea marketing and beach going and antiquing and
dining out and taking and reading and resting and shopping and…okay. You will have a great time!!
Have fun and keep us posted!
Hugs,
Sue
Hope you’re having a wonderful time in Florida! I have an award for you over at my blog when you come back!