2013 in Review - It was a busy year

WOW, times really does fly and I am the first to admit, I am terrible about blogging. After ready some of my other blogging friends 2013 in review, thought I would give it a try.

I was so exhausted after looking at what all we captured in pictures for 2013, I had to take a nap :) Just kidding, hope you enjoy the pictures and here's to a Happy and Healthy 2014 for all.

The 2013 year started with New Year's celebration in Florida with fireworks and fishing for all.
















In February, I missed this young ladies' (aka great friend) 60th birthday celebration bash at home. But I was there is mind and spirit.





I happened to be in Falmouth, Jamaica on my third medical mission trip - this trip always gives me great pleasure and recharges my battery. I am now the proud owner of a permanent RN license in the country of Jamaica.
These are some of the reasons I love getting back to being a RN:









Sherwood, Jamaica is home to Usain Bolt, the world's fastest man. I actually got to meet his Momma.



March found me in Chicago for a conference and the Looperman joined me. We enjoyed Margaritaville on Navy Pier.


Hancock tower for some libations and oysters.





The beautiful Chicago skyline.


It's Spring and Don got the new sign up on the dock from the kids.


May was a very eventful month with two very special graduations. Our grandsons Robert (RJ) graduated 8th grade.



Kort graduated Kindergarten. He is kneeling on the front row to the right of the standing girl.


Finally Summer Lake time -


I think Ashley really wanted in this pic.



Fourth of July.


One of many beautiful Bull Shoals' sunsets


Poppa had a great day of fishing with RJ.


We were fortunate enough to have some more great fun in the Bahamas. Thanks to the Captains - we have enjoyed this aspect of fishing and exploring that would have never happened without them. Yes, those are Cheeseburgers in Paradise :)


Said to be the restaurant that inspired Jimmy's famous song.


It was a big Dolphin fish (Mahi).


Nice catch everyone.


Little snorkeling in Spanish Wells.


Later in the year, we managed some great bicycling. Another trip in the Florida Keys, several times on the Katy Trail and a first for me, the Bass Pro 45 mile ride. All done with great friends and family.





























Another MOTM trip in Key West - with Mac entertaining all of the Parrotheads.





And many thanks to this beautiful lady who stood all day in hopes of JB's arrival. Last time anyone of us waits for him. Who is that handsome man next to her?


The fall brought a lot of great MIZZOU football which led to a 2014 Cotton Bowl victory.


My best deer kill ever.


Our first snow.


Christmas at Mom and Dad's house.


Winner's of the ugly Christmas sweater contest.


And an evening with Thatcher on our deck.


That's it for now folks, Have a great 2014, until then


FINS UP!!!!!!!!!

JML