I told you that I had a
WONDERFUL SURPRISE
sitting outside my door.
Here it is!
Stock picture
but at least you can see it
and at the bottom of the post
is a picture of ME in it!
I have wanted a VW
convertible beetle for years.
Not just ANY VW though.
Nope! I was specific in my desire.
I wanted a white convertible
with a tan top and
tan leather interior,
turbo engine and
all the bells and whistles.
Of course- that is the hardest one
to find...of course it is!
Now, I know there are a lot more
expensive cars I could have wished for,
but this one has stuck in my mind
since I rode around with my old roommate,
Dona, Bless her heavenly soul,
in her VW bug.
I retired from the business
my son and I started,
the first of February.
My son, Ryan, had this delivered
to my door early last week.
A "see ya, Mom' sort of good-bye. lol
I am beyond thrilled, blessed,
grateful, surprised, overwhelmed..
name anything and that is how
I am feeling.
Yep! Dreams-even crazy ones-
do come true.
I hope all your dreams come true
and that you all stay safe and well
to enjoy them.
See you soon with some pictures
of the condo.
Finishing up the outside areas
today (I hope)...,
That car suits you to a "T"! Congratulations! -Jenn
ReplyDeleteThat is a great car! Hope you have a lot of fun in it.
ReplyDeleteWhat? You are officially retired? That is one sweet retirement gift!
ReplyDeleteDiana, that is wonderful!! What a wonderful surprise!! :) Enjoy.
ReplyDeleteit is YOU and i can't decide who is cuter, you are the car.
ReplyDeleteThat is adorable...esp since it was from your Son! Sweet! You look cute in it too....
ReplyDeleteNancy
Oh how cute is that! I approve of your color choice too! You look cute in it and I’m sure you’ll have fun driving to get your cup of coffee each morning!
ReplyDeleteSaw you in your fun new ride yesterday on Instagram! I love it, and how awesome is Ryan!?! What a fabulous way to show appreciation for his momma. I hope you enjoy it and drive it every day!! And ps- white with tan leather is my favorite car combo. Good taste, lady!
ReplyDeleteAWESOME! Now THAT'S a retirement gift! Have fun in your new fab set of wheels!
ReplyDeleteYou look as happy as a can be tooling around in that. Great surprise gift.
ReplyDeleteSna-zy girlfriend and cool beans too!!! You look good in that little Beatle!!!
ReplyDeleteNothing could be more perfect for you ... SO CUTE! Congratulations in every way!!!
ReplyDeleteWOWWWWWWWWW!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteAnd you MORE than deserve it!!!!!!
I am so happy for you!!!!!!
Open up, USA!
With safety measures!
Compromised people
Stay home!
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...it looks like you, sweet!!!
ReplyDeleteWow!! How awesome of him!!!! It is so cute too! But what do you mean about good-bye? Probably something I forgot.
ReplyDeleteWow! You have a wonderful son. Congratulations Diana. It’s a beautiful car.
ReplyDeleteHubba-Hubba Diana, You looked awesome in your new car. I absolutely love it. Makes me think of Suzanne Sommers in American Graffiti...of course she had a T-bird. Hey, is that Ryan kid up for adoption?? LOL Wish I could see you do the drive thru at Starbucks. :) I think all the grandgirls are going to want to ride around with you. Blessings, stay safe. xoxo,love, Susie
ReplyDeleteOh Diana, you look so dang cute in that car. It's you to the tea. I have always wanted a little Mercedes coupe convertible...HaHa. I will never have it...but I love the look!!! What a drive is a 2000 Nissan Sentra. You can see my taste and my reality differ a little. HaHaHa
ReplyDeleteWow, cute car!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful son you have. Enjoy every minute of your surprise. xo Laura
ReplyDeleteYou look fab in your vow convertible. Such a perfect retiring gift from Ryan. So glad you are retired. Enjoy your time at home and enjoy the fun car. Xo
ReplyDeleteDear Diana, I love that your son blessed you with this cute beetle. I had a brand new one in 1972 and loved it-of course I was young and carefree then. LOL. So you aren't the only one to get a new ride-we traded in my highlander of 7 years and got a 2015 Tahoe-why that big of a car~well because we never found a Class C so ended up getting a trailer. In many ways it will work so much better for us, we can unhitch my Tahoe and take off. So excited for you dear one and all your new adventures.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Noreen
One Hot Nana Diana! LOVE IT GIRL! What a SWEET retirement gift! But I am not believing you are retiring....LOL! Very thoughtful and precious gift from your son. Congratulations! Hugs and blessings, Cindy
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful gift! Have fun!
ReplyDeleteHow sweet. It is a beauty. We owned one VW a long time ago. BUT you and my granddaughter are the only ones I knew of that really wanted a VW. HOWEVER they have a proud and proven record. GD got hers new on graduation. She kept it until Her daughter was born and she need a back door. LOL
ReplyDeleteI love the color combo, and hope you have thousands of miles of pleasure in that sweet thing.
Sherry & jack
How exciting! It really is the perfect car for you! Wish you were down here in FL with the top down. You could take me for a ride! heehee! ENJOY!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a guy that son of yours is! No stopping you now. Have fun!
ReplyDeleteYou are one lucky gal! That car looks good on you. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteLisa
That car is YOU! Am I a teeny tiny jealous? ummm yep. But I am so happy for you!!! And I know my dreams might not all come true (as none have as of yet, and I'm almost 63 so doubt that streak of non-luck will change now) but I still live in hope...
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the topless club! I got my convertible VW for my 65th birthday and I love it. My rule is that it's above 60 and not raining, the top goes down. I've been known to put on my (synthetic) fur coat and ride in the middle of winter.
ReplyDeleteIncidentally, this is my 9th VW, my first convertible!
Enjoy!
Beats the he** out of a gold watch!! Sweet, safe driving!
ReplyDeleteHugs ~
I'm so excited for you I can't stand it! Now that is excited! Your dream come true! It is beautiful and you are so beautiful in it! Enjoy it! I know you will! How sweet and such a surprise!
ReplyDeletexoxo Dolly
Oh my gosh! That is THE CUTEST little bug everrrr, Diana! I love it! You have the best son! I have always loved VWs, too - and yes, those VW buses are awesome! You look adorable in it, girl! Have fun bopping around town in that cutie!
ReplyDeletexo Laurie
How fun! I am envious. I have wanted a yellow VW Beetle with a black top since I saw some teenagers having fun in one when I was 13!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on getting your dream car. She's a beauty. Happy for you.
ReplyDeleteI know the feeling, when I was 50 I got my dream car (red corvette) and had it for a good many years. Sold it last year because it just was not practical for the weather here.
Yeehaw! Congrats! I have the same car only it's pink with a black top and pink, black and grey plaid cloth seats! Isn't it just the most fun to drive? Turbo! I'd wanted one forever too! What a sweet gift! Have fun going topless! Lol!
ReplyDeleteOh Diana what a great car and you look great in it too!! Best of luck with it!🥰❤
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful surprise, Diana! Enjoy every minute! Your son sounds like a gem!
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful!! That car looks gorgeous on you!!
ReplyDeleteNice set of wheels. What a sweet surprise
ReplyDeleteCool car! You raised that son of your right! Look how he takes such good care of his mom. xoxo
ReplyDeleteI LOVE that ride :)
ReplyDeleteYou and your husband look great in your new convertible. Have fun and congrats.
ReplyDeleteYou know how much I love it and love you in it. I am going to live vicariously through you. It is gorgeous and I know you will have lots of fun driving it. What a sweet gift from Ryan. Have a great time riding around in your new car.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Kris
S-W-E-E-T!! What a nice retirement gift from a sweet son. You're going to have so much fun zipping around in your bug. You look good in it! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteLOVE it!!! Congratulations!!!!
ReplyDeleteWowza! Is that ever cute - especially with you in the driver's seat. Perfect car for the Summer. Enjoy and be safe, dear Diana!
ReplyDeleteI love it!!!! And don't you look cute sitting in it??? Sorry though...I'm envious!!!! I have always said when I got "older" I wanted a little convertible of some type:) Guess I'll keep on wishing! What a wonderful son to make your wish come true. ENJOY ENJOY ENJOY!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove it and LOVE your smiling face in it! That's the most important thing!
ReplyDeleteBe happy, my friend! xxx
Oh! And get in that and drive to Georgia, you know you want to!
ReplyDeleteHappy retirement! Have fun with the car!
ReplyDeleteHappy retirement to you Diana!
ReplyDeleteThat is just the sweetest gift; what a good boy you raised.
Coach purchased an older Mercedes Benz convertible for his mom about 8 years ago; it was something that she'd always wanted when she was younger. But as a single working Mom was never feasible; she loves it so much.
Enjoy your cute car.
I love your new bug! I had a navy blue one (not a convertible) and I loved it. I gave it to our daughter and she traded it for a Honda. I still miss it! You look lovely, Queenie!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful, Diana! That's an awesome son you have. :)
ReplyDeleteYou look beautiful!
xoxo
I was just laughing as saw a VW with license plate EW A BUG. Enjoy your new toy!
ReplyDeleteSO cute!! Perfect for you...That was my first car..1963!! Had my initials on it with pin striping..You should do that!! Usually the dealers do it for nothing..Enjoy
ReplyDeleteWhat a great surprise for a retirement gift. Business must be doing well.I've never had a favorite kind of care, but I would say this could be mine too. You have a wonderful son!
ReplyDeleteSuch a wonderful surprise! Ryan is awesome. You're a great mom and caregiver to all.
ReplyDeleteYou're styling and enjoy every se5!
Cindy
Great looking car … and you look so good in it!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy :)
All the best Jan
Happy retirement and happy joy riding! It's just adorable and what a wonderful surprise! LOVE it to the max! Well deserved, too!
ReplyDeleteHow exciting - a dream come true. It is very cute and you look just right in it.
ReplyDeleteWoohoo such an awesome surprise!! You look so good in it. Enjoy it!
ReplyDeleteWOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOO girlfriend, I am so thrilled for you! So glad you got that. It's so pretty!!! Now.....what time are you coming to get me?! LOL
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on getting your dream car. Cool car of your choice. Prayed by your prayers, hopefully someday it will also happen to me to be able to get a favorite car.
ReplyDeleteGreetings from Indonesia.
Oh, Diana!!!! YIPPPPEEEEE!
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable car - you will enjoy it so muhc! Love it!
I had that same feeling when I ordered specially for me my candy apple red Mini Cooper when they first came out here to the states. I never ever loved a car quite like that one. I gave it up for an SUV when my grand daughter was born - much more practical, sensible, cushy comfort - but nothing at all fun. Not like my little red Mini. I bawled when we gave it up. I know. I get attached sometimes.
Love your car and loving how adorable you look behind that wheel, gf. ♥
Congratulations! What a lovely retirement present! Much better than a watch! :D Enjoy driving it!
ReplyDeleteFUN FUN!! I will let you drive when we go visit Kris together.. with the top down. ;-)
ReplyDeleteHow fun! Would you believe I have never ridden in a convertible? Sooo, if you want to take a trip to PA, wink, wink ☺
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet son you have, Dianna, congratulations enjoy,I too have always wanted a convertible VW Beetle, the color is perfect!
ReplyDeleteSue
WOW that is gorgeous! I know you are SO happy and thankful! What a wonderful gift from your SON! Enjoy your weekend and if you run short on someone to ride with you, pick me up:) HUGS!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful surprise, it looks perfect on you :)
ReplyDeleteHugs,
~Jo
Woo hoo! This is awesome. Enjoy!!
ReplyDeleteLook at you!!! Congratulations!!! :) That car suits you my friend! :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, dreams do come true. I am holding on to that thought!
ReplyDeleteNonie
I have always loved bugs! You look SO cute sitting in the driver's seat. Have fun and stay safe!
ReplyDeleteDiana, just love that little car. Our daughter's first car was a VW bug and they have only gotten better over the years. Obviously, you have too! Not that your weren't always, but I didn't know you then. You look like it was made for you. Congrats, what a wonderful gift..xxoJudy
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ReplyDeleteOh that reminds me of all the VW's we had and brought back with us. Each time we did, there was a dock strike. We were starting to take it personally. :-)
ReplyDeleteCute as can be! Congratulations! xoxo
ReplyDeleteAw! Such a nice gift! And don't you just look cute as a bug in it! :) xx
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