Update on Grandpa Reynolds

My Dad is doing much better. He is now out of the hospital and staying with my Aunt and Uncle (saints of the the most high). The surgery went well according to the doctors. Thankfully, my Dad received a blessing by my uncle and cousin before surgery...I know that is what helped him come out without his mouth wired shut for the next 6 weeks. Instead they put plates in his cheek area. He still has quite a bit of swelling, especially since I understand they went through his nose to perform the surgery. I have included a picture of his 1971 Ranchero (what is left of it) and the pole he hit.

Flowers for my Birthday!

Don't think for a minute that I took out the strawberry plants. They are still producing really well. Read below for the description (can't seem to move it).

Dad loves pansies - cute little faces. Also snapdragons to give some height.

So my birthday is coming up and my Dad asked me what I wanted. This is unusual because he usually just gives me cash and I take 6 months or so to spend it. I told him I wanted him to help me shop for flowers and then help me plant them. I asked for this because I knew he liked to work in the yard; his yard is always immaculate. Lee would like to buy me flowers, but I like the kind that keep blooming...otherwise I feel a bit wasteful. After 2 short hours, everything was done. I hope that they come into full bloom soon! Can't wait to post those pictures :)

Impatiens (not spelling??)

This is the dwarf tangerine tree that Libby asked for as a birthday present. My parents gave it to her. It is thriving and has blossoms on it.