Deb with Phil VassarOne of my favorite movies this past year was Enchanted. I have seen it three times since it's release around Christmas, and could watch it again and again. If you haven't seen it, Enchanted is a combination of all of the Disney Princess movies, with the "happily ever after" ending.
Well, this summer, my youngest sister, Deb, has been living her version of Enchanted. First of all, she bought a beautiful horse - a Tennessee Walker - named Jasmine. Deb has had ponies and a horse, Princess, throughout her life. She bought Princess in 1975, and had her for around 20 years, until she went to the great stable in the sky.
Raising four children, helping with John's business, going back to college full-time then teaching elementary school, active in Church and community affairs, she hasn't had much time to think or do anything for herself. So when the opportunity arose this spring to purchase another horse, she decided to get "back in the saddle" so to speak. She loves her horse and has enjoyed riding her this summer at the Horse Park outside of Albion.
Secondly, Deb conquered (well, that might be going too far!) her fear of flying and went on a Mission Trip with her church to Costa Rica. Not only were they able to work with children and do some good things for the area, but they were able to do some sight-seeing as well. She said it was an amazing experience and one she will never forget!
Then, a couple of weeks ago, she helped a friend and fellow teacher (also named Deb) provided food for Phil Vassar and his entourage when they were performing at the Noble Co Fair. Deb got not one, but three, hugs from Phil. Don't worry, John, no competition here - however, they do make a cute couple!!!
Last but not least, John and Deb are tearing off the enclosed front porch of their house and have it rebuilt, making it twice as big thus adding an office and additional space to their house.
In between time she has managed to squeeze in some trips to Toldeo, to see family, Greenfield Village in Michigan for their Fourth of July Celebration, and a trip here to Indy with Nancy for our annual sister's get-together.
However, like Cinderella at the Ball, her free and easy summer is coming to an end. School will be starting soon, leading her into new adventures with her students, Grad School to work on her Master's, her oldest two children graduating from college in December, and who knows what else will pop up! One thing for sure, there is never a dull moment at my sister's house!
John and Deb will celebrate 26 years of marriage on August 13th. Congratulations! It is an Enchanted Life!
4 comments:
Yes, Aunt Deb sure is one busy lady! That is cool that she got to meet Phil Vassar. I didn't know she was starting Grad school! Wow! She will continue to be busy, I guess!
Happy Anniversary, John and Deb!
Wow, I didn't realize she was getting her Master's, either! She is so good at multi-tasking...it makes me feel so lazy. I think I'll have to get another p/t job. :-)
Phil is SO handsome! That is so neat that she was able to meet him. And Jasmine is a beauty. What a busy - but wonderful - summer!
Okay, I always knew she was super busy, I just didn't know how many amazing things she was doing! I was so impressed with her mission trip to Costa Rica among many other things. And she's already working on her Master's? Holy cow! I need to get on the ball!!!
Finally, after two days of trying to post a comment, here I am! Because I'm not so enchanted in the memory department, I was unable to remember my blogger user name and password. Anyway, I am so humbled to be the subject of this post. You have really made me feel special, even though I'm just a pretty ordinary country girl. Thanks for being such a great big sister!!
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