Grace Girls

The first Friday night in May was perfect weather for gathering at Karen's beautiful barn in the country.  Although Deb and Sheryl couldn't make it, the rest of us enjoyed time on the porch visiting and taking in the scenic view.  Plus eating - there is always eating with Grace Girls.  :)

You can't really tell it, but Brenda is in this picture.
She is roasting a marshmallow on the fire for a s'more!  :) 

Susie holding Chris's new puppy.  :)

Chris

Karen enjoying a s'more  :)

Karen and Jr. J  (this is HIS farm!)  

Thank you Jr. J for letting us come and visit your lovely farm!

Then mid-May we had our last meeting of the year and went out with a celebration of birthdays - Brenda and Chris.  My friend, Donna, was visiting and got to join in on the fun, as well.  Fun night with dear friends.

Laura, Chris, Donna, and Susie - waiting for the others to arrive.

Too funny... dear Deb brought awards for Sheryl, Chris, Karen and me for our participation in the murder mystery dinner several weeks ago.  She presented us with little 'Oscars'.  :D  ha!

Sheryl got the 'best actress' award.

Karen got the award for best props (for all the great stuff she loaned to Deb)

Chris's look when she received the award for best comedic performance.  :D  :D  :D

Brenda and Susie were good 'onlookers'  :)

With our 'Oscars'  :)  Sheryl, Laura, Chris, and Karen

Then it was time to celebrate TWO birthdays in the group - Brenda and Chris.  We enjoyed Bellacinos sandwiches, several sides, and a yummy ice cream cake.  It was a great way to end the year together.  

Grace Girls (plus Donna)
Donna, Susie, Deb, Chris, Laura, Brenda, Sheryl, Karen