Yesterday was a very special day! Bestie Samantha was coming to visit!!! We only live about an hour and a half away from each other, but because of busy lives only get together a couple times of year. She also brought her husband Michael and two of her three kids (Ethan and Owen – Lily had to work). The kids are all adults now, which is still wild to me! Time certainly marches on.
We had such a good time, I neglected to take any photos.
I can show you the flowers I cut for the table:
The dessert I made for after dinner (dinner was pork roast with mashed potatoes, carrots, asparagus and apple sauce)
Cherry Cheese pie! Recipe here
And the note Samantha left for me on my menu board on the fridge.
Word is, the boys may be coming back out soon to hang out with Dave and do car stuff. Samantha may even come for the ride!
Wandering Cat Studio 
I’m so glad you had a good visit with Samantha! I am seeing an old school friend I haven’t seen in 55 years tomorrow–I’m so excited!
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Val, When I hit LIKE does it show up? I hit like a lot on your posts. Kathy
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We in Metro Detroit understand the dudes bonding over auto/machine stuff!
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It sounds like it was a wonderful time. Your cherry cheese pie looks amazing.
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Sounds like an amazing visit! The menu certainly sounds amazing and that cherry cheese pie looks delicious.
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It sounds like a VERY good visit. That pie looks so good and the rest of the menu sounds great too. Why weren’t we ALL invited? HA! Love Samantha’s note to you. I think you’re loved by many.
Blessings and hugs,
Betsy
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