Dinner with Winona and Michael at Olive Garden. I enjoyed ravioli with meat sauce and tiramisu for dessert. Winona will undoubtedly come to Texas for a visit--and Michael prayed a beautiful prayer over the move just before we bid adieu.
A late lunch with Yaovi at....Olive Garden. The ravioli was so tasty the first time I had it again. I've worked with Yaovi for years and never knew what a clown he is. We ate good and laughed hard! I'm going to miss him and his Lobster Bisque.
Happy hour with Yvonne and Vickie, lovely ladies from my days at Hospice Family Care. It's amazing when you stop and think about how long you've known people. These two are the type one can go without seeing and pick back up without a problem. We met at Pita Jungle, my first time there. The food was surprisingly delicious and the bamboo mirror was quite impressive!
Breakfast with Theresa at Jerry Bobs on a busy Saturday morning. She is a wise woman full of encouragement. And good at keeping secrets, it was her birthday and I didn't even know it! She is excited for our new chapter.
Hannah, Tenaysia and I met at Cheesecake Factory. Being around their combined energy is like swimming in the fountain of youth. We talked business, pleasure, future, and of course, cheesecake. Shortly after I returned to work that day they each sent me a photo of themselves, head on pillow, about to fall into a food coma. #jealous.
Patty and I have spent time together at Monsoon Automotive, Starbucks, Nico's, and stealing away for a laugh or prayer at work. Lucky me....She's coming out for my birthday!
Mary Ann Conway has been a part of our lives for at least 13 years. We met while working at Sterling House and never lost touch. We began working together again at Fellowship. She hosted an afternoon at her home with homemade pizza, my favorite haagen dasz ice cream, and relaxation.
Girls Night! BJs guests were certainly entertained by the conversation and laughter that Susan (all the way from Phoenix), Andrea, Patty and I offered. Andrea has a $544 credit with Southwest Airlines, mayhap she'll be out next year.
My God Mother Yvette and I had a quick shopping trip at Target where I was able to use an expired coupon and save good money. Afterwards we sat at Starbucks for hours sharing secrets. She and her husband Terry may be passing thru the city in September, I sure hope to see them then.
Michael "Thanksgiving" treated me to a night out at Pita Jungle where the meal was kicked off with a beautiful prayer spoken by him. We ended the night over gelato, Death by Chocolate and Maple Butter Pecan. There's a chance he'll be out in December to visit.
Beth Montgomery, one of the best friends I have ever had, drove all the way to the east side so we could chat over breakfast at IHOP. Dakota came along and Naysia eventually joined us. Three hours later we said goodbye for the 20th time. Her generosity has been so instrumental in our lives.
A fun Friday night dance party was hosted by the Oasis staff. It was located upstairs in the dining room. My staff along with their kids and grandkids were present. Caregivers that were no longer employed by FS stopped by, we all danced and broke bread together. And the gifts were mind blowing.
Breakfast with Sammy Early at First Watch where we were served delicious food by a very handsome young man. She gave me a lovely card with beautiful words etched inside it.
My last day of work was August 2nd. From 11am-1pm the clubhouse was open to staff and residents who stopped in for Mexican food, mariachi music and a hug. Once again I was showered with words that touched my soul and gifts that caused tears to flow. Even as I tried to leave the oncoming staff chased me down to give some love and Joanne caught me just in time with a gift of powerful prayer. The send off was beautifully overwhelming.
Our final sleepover was with Yvette. She came over and helped clean the kitchen, picked up sushi for dinner, chose photos from our collection and girl talk kept us up late.
On moving eve we dashed over to Shammah's to deliver all the goods from my fridge and freezer, hug on her, Martin and all my beautiful nieces. We then went over to see Grandma and Papa Jones. That night Naysia stayed with Grandma Peewee and I passed out on Patty's couch.
There were so many people we didn't get to see. I view it as a great opportunity for them to come out for a visit. *hinthint*
Each encounter lifted my spirits higher and higher.
I am blessed and highly favored.
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