Hello Doris, I live in New Jersey it took us 3 hours to get to Longwood Gardens. The trip was well worth the ride for us Red Hatters. And what was really nice and beautiful that day, they also have motorized wheelchairs for those that had trouble walking around because of it's size it came in really handy for them. Hugs and Smiles

People come into your life for a reason, a season or a lifetime. When you know which one it is, you will know what to do for that person. When someone is in your life for a REASON, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have come to assist you through a difficulty, to provide you with guidance and support, to aid you physically, emotionally or spiritually. They may seem like a godsend and they are. They are there for the reason you need them to be. Then, without any wrongdoing on your part or at an inconvenient time, this person will say or do something to bring the relationship to an end. Sometimes they die. Sometimes they walk away. Sometimes they act up and force you to take a stand. What we must realize is that our need has been met, our desire fulfilled, their work is done. The prayer you sent up has been answered and now it is time to move on. Some people come into your life for a SEASON, because your turn has come to share, grow or learn. They bring you an experience of peace or make you laugh. They may teach you something you have never done. They usually give you an unbelievable amount of joy. Be lieve it, it is real. But only for a season. LIFETIME relationships teach you lifetime lessons, things you must build upon in order to have a solid emotional foundation. Your job is to accept the lesson, love the person and put what you have learned to use in all other relationships and areas of your life. It is said that love is blind but friendship is clairvoyant. Thank you for being a part of my life, whether you were a reason, a season or a lifetime.

You commented regarding my photo..I am assuming you are speaking of this one, here...that I am using for my Avatar...nope..not professional at all. Actually, this photo is one that is cropped...as I was standing with a group of ladies and it turned out so well that I decided to crop it. I was standing on the end of the group so was able to crop it just right. This was taken during a luncheon engagement with another chapter and I was their guest. I have received many a compliment on that photo..but I think it is the boa..not me...that causes the glances. Fact is, I know it is the boa. [grin] Duchess Saundra

Hi Doris I'm from Adelaide, South Australia. Check out my photo gallery. Hatter Hugs