a day of special occasions.....

Yes, it's a big day around our house, in our family and in the state of Tennessee:

1. Today, Meg says goodbye to a close friend - her braces! That's right, just 3 1/2 years after Meg and her braces first met, Dr. Kemp will be severing the relationship.

2. Hattie also says goodbye to a friend of hers today - her cast! At least, she hopes that's what will happen. Best case scenario, she gets a walking boot. She doesn't want to think about any other possibilities. And neither does her butler, Ken.

3. The great state of Tennessee came into existence 210 years ago today. If you've never visited our wonderful state, you need to do so. The scenery is beautiful. It's one of the prettiest places I've ever been, and I'm proud to have called it my home for the past 41+ years.

So Happy Braces Removal Day, Cast Removal Day, and 210th Birthday.....