Old and new friends have been helping Gary and I get out and do some fun things.
I can't take him places by myself, so these times have been sweet.
I only have a smattering of photos
and they don't always show who's along with us,
but that's because they were usually the ones taking the pictures. :)
BRIDGEPORT LAKE
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| A walk around the lake with sweet friends |
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| Investigating the lawn (the wheelchair is needed when Gary gets tired) |
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| Fountain demos |
This came about when I mentioned to our Bible Study group
that Gary & I are not able to get out together anymore.
Sure enough they set up a sign up system
so we
could have someone go along with us on a regular basis.
VALENCIA MALL
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| Can't go wrong with a Cinnabon. |
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| Or Anniversary Blend |
We usually have 2 outings a week, which are approx. 1 1/2 hours.
That's about all we can handle.
VENTURA COUNTY FAIR
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| With all the sights, sounds, and smells |
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| Getting tired |
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| Horticulture Exhibit |
These outings are the highlights of our week.
Gary gets some exercise and I get to enjoy some time with friends.
Sometimes we just do something kind of "normal" like...
BROWSING THOUGH LOWES
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| The old stomping grounds |
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| A walk through Lowes |
Or, like today, we went somewhere new (to us)...
THE PATIOS SHOPPING AREA
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| "The Patios" at the Valencia Mall |
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| Our happy companions |
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| The fountains capture Gary's interest |
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| Happy to be out in the fresh Autumn air |
One of our favorite places is the beautiful...
DESCANSO GARDENS
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| Inspecting the Koi pond at Descanso Gardens |
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| The rocks catch Gary's eye. |
Sometimes we don't go very far...we even like to walk around our own...
FRIENDLY VALLEY
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| Resting after a nice walk at the recreational area gardens. |
Did you know that at the corner of McBean and Newhall Ranch, there are...
DUCK PONDS
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| Watching & listening to the water feature |
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| Tending the garden (I keep a hand on his "gait belt" when he's on the move, because his balance is terrible now, and he "scissor steps" sometimes.) |
To all of you who have been my "second set of hands"
so that Gary and I could spend some time enjoying life together,
may I say MANY THANKS!
"For he will not dwell unduly on the days of his life,
because God keeps him busy with the joy of his heart."
Ecclesiastes 5:20
What wonderful friends and outings! It doesn't really matter, does it, that they can't remember the outing?! Those pictures may help, however. All you interact with you are blessed by helping, I'm sure.
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Carol
I think the pleasure of the experience, carries on throughout the day.
DeleteYou are such an inspiration to me Laurie. I can see Jesus shining through your life as you serve and minister to your husband.
ReplyDeleteMay He shine all the more.
DeleteOh Laurie,
ReplyDeleteFriends are such a blessing!! I truly don't know how I would have made it without our wonderful and faithful friends.
The pictures are so sweet!!! Wonderful treasures and memories. It's so good to see you and Gary having adventures and fun.
I keep you all in my prayers!!
Hugs,
I am so glad that you've been blessed this way! It's so good to see the body of Christ in action, comforting one another as God has comforted us all. I don't need to tell you to enjoy these times or to give thanks-you obviously do!-but thank you for sharing them.
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