Spent 6 wonderful days in the state of Florida last week. Flew into Ft. Lauderdale and got in  some much  needed beach time.  Then drove the  three hour  drive to Orlando,  and visited with my good friend,  Diane  Green  and  checked  out  the  Broadway  Across America's  production  of  "Ghost - the Musical".  The story  was engaging and the  production  was  top notch.  Overnight stay in Orlando,  then northward to Jacksonville. Have to admit J'ville is becoming  a favorite  destination  of mine.  The  city is similar to Columbus  except there's an ocean nearby.  Met up with school friend Donna McRay Whitley  and her  husband Hal.  Wonderful lunch with these two! In the evening, enjoyed the amazing Gladys Knight, whose  voice  and  looks  are  still  on  top  of  the  game. From my second row seat, I enjoyed Ms. Knight's timeless music and warmth and charm. Overnight in J'ville, then drove the 5 hour drive back to Lauderdale. What a blessing this vacay was! 

Last Friday and Saturday evenings  I had back to back,  Mother & Daughter banquets. Friday night, I sang for over 100  ladies at the Village Chapel  UM  Church in Ashville.  I understand,  a one-time appearance  from  Justin  Bieber  Sr.  was  there.  LOL ! Then, on Saturday night,  over 100 women from the First Baptist Church of Ashville  gathered in  Circleville  for their banquet.  Both evenings were a real blessing to me. Got to meet up with some folks I haven't seen in quite a while that were connected to one of the churches. Thank You, Ladies!!