THANKFULNESS THOUGHT # 4

I am thankful for my dad who taught me by example to have a strong conscience, a good work ethic, and to give 100% on my endeavors. Although he did not have much formal education, he successfully provided for his family and enabled me to attain a college education. He was not a demonstrative man, but I never doubted his love for me. As I get older and wiser, I appreciate the physical hardships he endured for his family. I love you daddy. May you rest in peace.

THANKFULNESS THOUGHT # 3

I am thankful for my daughter, Cathy; 

son-in-law, Aaron; and my 3 grandchildren. 

They have blessed my life with happiness and joy.

Cathy is an exceptional daughter 

who has a compassionate heart and generous soul. 

She was my advocate and took exceptional care

 of me during my breast cancer journey. 

There are not enough words to describe how much 

I love and appreciate her. 

As always, 

"I love you from the green grass to the blue sky and back."

(Enjoying Disney World 2011)

THANKFULNESS THOUGHT # 2

Even though at times he drives me crazy, I am thankful for my husband, Pat. He has a generous heart and is always there to "fix" things whenever I truly need him. He was at every medical appointment and took care of me daily throughout my breast cancer journey. I could not have done it without him.

Enjoying a Caribbean cruise.       

 February 2014       

THANKFULNESS THOUGHT # 1

I am thankful to be alive and able to share

my life with family and friends. 

As a cancer survivor, I know I am 

one of the "lucky" ones.

65th Birthday

My husband and daughter surprised me with a 65th birthday party last Friday night. Although, I don't care for surprises, this was a wonderful time of sharing with family and friends.

Of course, there must be balloons for a party!

Cake too!

Friends and Family

My Daughter's Family

Father George, Pat, and Me

Sweet Aunt Nute

BACK TO SCHOOL CLOTHES SHOPPING FOR THE GRANDKIDS

I can't believe it is August already, and the grandkids are going back to school later this month! We spent yesterday afternoon buying some new school clothes. One is so ready to start her new adventure at the 5th grade intermediate school, but the other two elementary gkids (1st and 3rd graders) are not ready for the summer to end! I definitely am going to cherish the last full days I will have playing with them!

JULY HOA DIVE-IN MOVIE

How To Train Your Dragon 2 was the movie selection for our Lowe's Farm HOA Dive-In Movie for the month of July (11th). It was hot, but there was a slight breeze which helped keep it nice.

34TH SCHWARTZ REUNION IN SCHULENBURG, TEXAS 2015

The descendants of Roy Sr. and Otillie Schwartz Bucek hosted the 34th Schwartz Reunion on Saturday, July 4, 2015 in Schulenburg, Texas. It was an enjoyable event with about 300 relatives attending the all day event. 

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY

Special thanks to all military personnel for their commitment to keep America safe and the "land of the free"!

OPENING POOL PARTY AND DIVE-IN MOVIE

Annual HOA pizza party & dive-in movie 

to celebrate the opening of the pool season. 

Special thanks to Charlette, Jane, Cristina, 

Cathy and Aaron for your help!

2015 SCHOOL AWARDS

This was a busy week with awards

at Cora Spencer Elementary School 

for the three grandchildren!

Kirsten

Ashlyn

Davis

IN HONOR OF OUR VETERANS

TWO-YEAR BREAST CANCER SURVIVOR!

MY THREE WARRIORS!

Today was my 2 year anniversary of surviving breast cancer. Needless to say, it has been an emotional day. Feelings of elation for simply being alive along with a great appreciation for the love and support by family, neighbors, and friends during my ordeal. Reading the journal I kept during that time period of diagnosis, testing, surgeries, and recoveries brought lots of tears. I thank God everyday for life and the blessings he has bestowed upon me. I am one of the lucky ones. Ladies, be sure you schedule your yearly mammogram!

My husband, Pat, and my daughter, Cathy, were at every appointment and by my side every day during my breast cancer journey. I could not have gone through this ordeal without their love and support. Love you both!

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY

TO 

MY MOM IN HEAVEN

AND

TO ALL MY FAMILY 

& 

FRIENDS

WITH 

CHILDREN.

HAPPY EASTER

We started the day off celebrating mass this morning with Father George and Monsignor Mullins. Then enjoyed our Easter lunch with the kids and grandkids. Pat fixed a delicious brisket!

OUR EASTER BUNNIES!