Hi Terri, I too haven't been posting for a long time. So sorry to hear about Dewayne. These things seem to start happening all the time when we get older. People you have known a long time dying, people facing real problems in retirement or approaching retirement. The problems in the economy are affecting everyone and many students can no longer continue their education. So sad. Have you considered on line courses? Cancer has a way putting life into focus. My own mother was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. We thought it was the end. We didn't even think she would survive the surgery because she is 94. She survived and she is going to be OK. I'm glad your roses are nice. They certainly help us get through times like these. Henry

Oh my look at all the lovely Birthday Greetings to make my day so special!! Y'll are so great!! I'm so blessed here with all your warm wishes here on the forum. Thank you also to those that have sent them by email! Wow!! As I told Kristy, the gifts keep coming!! LOL I'm dancing to the newest CD this am and so sorry if your weather gets nasty! rosepedal, no promises as Trace Adkins makes a person want to dance on the table with some of his songs! LOL Again thank you all for making my day so special!! (((( GW garden friends )))))

A belated, but heartfelt Happy Birthday to you, Anna! That Jewel is stunning! I understand they're fragrant, too! I'm not a huge fan of doubles, but there are a few that really send me... Jewel is one! My next milestone Birthday isn't for a couple of years, and I can surely wait! LOL! Chaz, I can't decide which I like more... the flower arrangement, or the vase candelabra or chandelier the arrangement is displayed in! It's a gorgeous combination that says Happy Autumn! Arif... what a colorful view! I'm with Chaz... I'd love to have your climate, or at least your gardens! They're always so lovely and inviting! I can't wait to see new photos of your Hippi patch! I just adore the ones you've posted in the past! 'Tis the Season once again! Soon, everyone will be showing off their wonderful blooms, and the rest of us will be drooling on our keyboards while viewing! I do hope the Birthday girls had fabulous days! And a Happy Birthday to anyone else who was born in Autumn!

Marlene...Magpie....Luvs... Thank you too for the lovely Birthday Wishes!! It's nice reading them a day later, because it made that 'Special Day' feeling continue a little longer! Magpie...you are so always so sweet with your 'blushing' compliments...keep em coming !!!! LOL I can relate to being left behind on the computer tech...at least YOU KNOW what you're doing! lol As far as my Birthday Wishes coming true..from your mouth to 'God's Ears'.. Luvs..DD took a pic for me of the chalk card. The Gkids were so excited to surprise me with it..they stood at the top of the driveway and had me walk blindfolded down for the 'Reveal'!! Oh to be a kid again and have such simple pleasures! Thanks again all. jane