Honoring A Friend

My daughter and I met up with many other PGR friends to honor and lay to rest a fellow PGR member/brother, in Sept. Fred had served in the Navy and he was such a wonderful person to be with at the missions. He died Sept. 10th, enroute to a mission for another veteran, when he was hit by a car. He died at the scene. He was retired and made it a point to be at as many missions as possible to honor fallen heroes and veterans as well as welcome home to our soldier coming from afar off. This photo shows a good portion of motorcycles that were present on the cloudy with a smidgen of rain.

Meeting with Ride Captain telling us about the mission and reading of Fred's obituary written by one of his daughters. It was sad with men choking back tears, which is hard for me to bear. It was hard enough for me!


Missing man formation. They met up with the family and escorted the family to the cemetary.

The cemetery goes through a farm. I love this barn. The parking lot is part of their pasture. The owners were out there directing where we were to park. (We were in Megan's car). There were cows pies too! Watch your step!

Becky and Megan in the flag line.

Pipey after he practiced/warmed up his pipes.

Honor guard.

Honor Guard and the Navy Bugler, who played taps.

Family vehicles. Hearse before the stretch limo.

Army National Guard Military Police Armored vehicle that closed the ranks. It was an honor to have them there. The PGR have been to so many funerals for the military that there was an actual presence that we felt honored to have. We thanked them on our way out.


When we were back at our vehicles, I heard someone saying goodbye to Becky and Megan. I turned to see who was talking to us. Well, low and behold there was another Becky and Megan~mother/daughter duo there as well! So I had to get a photo! How often does that happen?

The burial was on a Thursday and then on the following Sunday afternoon, we met at a church for Fred's memorial service. It was a time of release and my week was a bit better after that. It took me a couple weeks to really feel better and less sad about losing a friend who met alot to me. He always took time out to make you feel special and we'd shared some good times as well as sad times, honoring our fallen soldiers. Fred will be missed but will always remember his bravery to serve his country in the US Navy. Rest in peace and thank you for caring about your friends in so many ways. We felt blessed by knowing you.

Look What I Won!

This summer I entered a contest on BlogHer. I was notified mid July that I'd won a $100 gift card from Macy's! No Way! The email showed the exact spot where I'd entered and then I knew it was for real! I was elated! I faxed the necessary paper work then waited. I had the day planned when I was going to go spend my time shopping. It was over a month later when the card came. It was the day we got back from our Crater Lake trip. Needless to say, I wasn't about to go shopping then but was excited to finally get the card! It wasn't til 3 weeks later that I was able to shop til I dropped. What would I buy? Clothes, of course, although there was a pan in the kitchen section that I had my eye on.

I scanned items with my eyes, passing enticing purses and expensive clothing. I had a scheme that held a shopping pass to help me save even more money. Every Day Values section is where I stopped. I found these tops that fit and loved the colors. 3/4 length sleeves. 2 pair of jeans.



This sweater dress is so fun! I am looking forward to wearing it with a red shirt for the company Christmas party, black nylons and shoes. Or maybe black leggings or my black nylons and black boots? Can't decided cuz I don't have leggings~can I afford leggings to with this? Would I wear them any other time? Am I a legging's wearer since I've not worn them before? Anyway, I had an absolute blast trying on clothes and loved my assistant at the store. I wound up spending $16 over the $100 and was able to use my shopping pass on a pr of jeans. The Every Day Value clothes are low enough in price that there's no further discount. So you can shop smart at Macy's. I felt almost guilty walking away with a sack of clothes I spent little on. I felt blessed.

I plan on going back sometime, since there is a great towel section as well. I only hit the surface and had to be good! I did downsize my wardrobe some more to make room for my new clothes. I just got tired of the old stuff and love the updated look. Too many tshirts but then I wear some of those to work! It's hard to get rid of the favorites. I took the clothes over to a thrift store in town. I know they can use them to fund their mission of helping those with head injuries. Thanks for letting my share my excitement in winning.