Today we went to my aunt and uncle's farm to celebrate my cousin's 16th birthday. It's amazing how peaceful it is there, how you can forget all about any problems or concerns you are having. They have a new ATV - I forget the name of it, starts with a K, but it's like a golf cart on steroids. I think it is this one. My aunt Maggie took me for a ride back in the fields, and we had so much fun. She is fearless! We made our own paths in some spots, going over bumps so fast we both were bounced off the seat. We also ran into a lot of tree branches that were smacking us in the face a bit. It was so much fun.
When we returned to the house, I took Jeff on a ride to show him the pumpkin field they had going. Jeff was having major garden envy over there since they have a HUGE garden in addition to their 250 acres of crops. Their tomato plants were about as tall as we are. Sadly, they didn't plant any corn this year. All soybeans. :(
It was a beautiful August day, a little cool for swimming in the lake, but when did that ever stop little boys? Conor, Shane, and Grant all got in. They didn't stay in too long and ended up playing in the sand because they got cold.
Sundays with my family are always great, and this one was no exception. :) Of course I didn't take my camera, but I will next time.
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Catching Up: The Baby Shower
Debbie (Jon's mom, my co-grandma) and I decided to throw one big baby shower for Allie and Jon. Cheryl (Jon's aunt) secured the location for us - her church party room. I made this punch but used strawberry drink mix to have pink for the whole "it's a girl" theme. :) It was really good!
We had a great turn out, too. It was co-ed, but only 3 adult males came. Jon's dad, Jon, and Jeff. Conor was there too, of course.
Everything went very smoothly - we had way too much food (after not thinking we'd have enough!), we played a few games, and Lily got a lot of cute stuff. The collective "awwww" after each gift was opened became a source of amusement for some. There are some very talented people in our families as well, she received several hand made items - which I absolutely love. Blankets, afghans... even some clothes! Which, of course, I don't have pictures of yet. Waiting months to do posts leaves you with the "where did I put those pictures?!" syndrome. Also, don't want to overload the posts with too many pictures. I'll have to upload them to my flickr account for your viewing pleasure at some point. I will surely let you know when I do!
Sunday, August 07, 2011
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Duke
It has taken me a while to be able to write this post. I've added to it over the past month and I guess I'm ready to publish it.
Duke was a perfect addition to our house. His personality fit right in.
He forced Teddy to like him. He jumped on his head, bit his ears, tackled him at every opportunity.
He laid down next to him whenever he had the chance.
He followed him EVERYwhere, Teddy never had a moment's peace. He played soccer with us in the yard. No matter that the ball was bigger than his head, he still managed to control the ball.
On Wednesday, June 29th, Duke somehow got out of our gated back yard and got in the road.
He was hit by a car, and passed away.
It's still hard for me to write about it. I miss him. Badly.
Jeff was in Columbus, Conor was at Jon and Allie's house, so that left me to handle it.
Thank God for my mom. And my uncle Don. My mom helped me do things I don't want to talk about and would never have been able to do by myself. Well, maybe I would have, but I'm so thankful I didn't.
Our yard has a lot of clay in it - and cement since it used to be a huge hill and was filled in with dirt and cement pieces. So digging in it... almost impossible.
That's where my uncle comes in. I called him, crying, and asked him to dig a hole. It was around 8:30 PM and getting dark. He asked when, I said now, he came right over with his back hoe. Or whatever it is. It digs holes, that's about all I know.
It was dark by the time we finished, and I was in shock knowing I wouldn't see Duke anymore.
And I was the one who had to tell everyone.
He was the best dog and taken from us way too soon. I miss him so much. He did have a very happy life, even though it was short.
Duke was a perfect addition to our house. His personality fit right in.
He laid down next to him whenever he had the chance.
He followed him EVERYwhere, Teddy never had a moment's peace. He played soccer with us in the yard. No matter that the ball was bigger than his head, he still managed to control the ball.
On Wednesday, June 29th, Duke somehow got out of our gated back yard and got in the road.
He was hit by a car, and passed away.
It's still hard for me to write about it. I miss him. Badly.
Jeff was in Columbus, Conor was at Jon and Allie's house, so that left me to handle it.
Thank God for my mom. And my uncle Don. My mom helped me do things I don't want to talk about and would never have been able to do by myself. Well, maybe I would have, but I'm so thankful I didn't.
Our yard has a lot of clay in it - and cement since it used to be a huge hill and was filled in with dirt and cement pieces. So digging in it... almost impossible.
That's where my uncle comes in. I called him, crying, and asked him to dig a hole. It was around 8:30 PM and getting dark. He asked when, I said now, he came right over with his back hoe. Or whatever it is. It digs holes, that's about all I know.
It was dark by the time we finished, and I was in shock knowing I wouldn't see Duke anymore.
And I was the one who had to tell everyone.
He was the best dog and taken from us way too soon. I miss him so much. He did have a very happy life, even though it was short.
Duke 12/8/10 - 6/29/11
Rest in peace, sweet puppy
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Round To It
I remember when I was a kid and we went to Gatlinburg, TN for vacation, they sold a round wooden coin that said, "Round To It" - for things that you didn't quite get to, you would get around to them someday. I need several of those.
Someday I'll get "round to" posting more on my blog. It's not like I don't have material. I do. Lots of it. And I'm going to regret not doing it in a few years when I can't look back and see what we were doing at this time in our lives.
Nail polish - I like nail polish, but I paint my nails, they look good for about 2 days, then dishes and other activities start making the polish chip off. I keep meaning to get around to finding the remover and taking it off, but never quite have. I have, however, gotten all of it but my thumb nails off by scraping it off when I'm bored. That's one way to get rid of it I guess.
Eye brows... I wax them with the intention of keeping up with plucking, but when I see that it is needed I don't quite have time to find the tweezers (they disappear often) and work in them. Until they are bad enough to just wax them again. :)
So many other things... I should just get a new attitude to do it when I think of it! Anything you are putting off until you get a "round to it"?
Someday I'll get "round to" posting more on my blog. It's not like I don't have material. I do. Lots of it. And I'm going to regret not doing it in a few years when I can't look back and see what we were doing at this time in our lives.
Nail polish - I like nail polish, but I paint my nails, they look good for about 2 days, then dishes and other activities start making the polish chip off. I keep meaning to get around to finding the remover and taking it off, but never quite have. I have, however, gotten all of it but my thumb nails off by scraping it off when I'm bored. That's one way to get rid of it I guess.
Eye brows... I wax them with the intention of keeping up with plucking, but when I see that it is needed I don't quite have time to find the tweezers (they disappear often) and work in them. Until they are bad enough to just wax them again. :)
So many other things... I should just get a new attitude to do it when I think of it! Anything you are putting off until you get a "round to it"?
Tuesday, June 07, 2011
Lily Mae
OK, so all of the pictures are not perfect - some are blurry, some have strange angles, but I just put them all on there! :) I could have probably done a better job editing, but you try sitting at a computer forever with no air conditioning in what feels like a sauna room!
Anyway, there are 5 songs playing in the video:
Creed - With Arms Wide Open
Lee Ann Womack - I Hope You Dance
Taylor Swift - Never Grow Up
Pretenders - I'll Stand By You
Rascal Flatts - My Wish
Wow
It is June already! Hard to believe, time is flying by so fast! Lily is almost a month old, and I have TONS of pictures, but who has time to sit at a computer and post anything?
Oh, yeah.. I do sometimes at work, but all the pictures are at home!
Also, our air conditioner quit working and it's a little stuffy in the house.
I have lots of things to post, it's just finding the time and energy! Sorry for the neglect, it is not actually intentional! I will try to get some posts up this week. And lots of pictures of Lily! She has changed so much already!
Oh, yeah.. I do sometimes at work, but all the pictures are at home!
Also, our air conditioner quit working and it's a little stuffy in the house.
I have lots of things to post, it's just finding the time and energy! Sorry for the neglect, it is not actually intentional! I will try to get some posts up this week. And lots of pictures of Lily! She has changed so much already!
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Monday, May 16, 2011
3 days old
This little girl has taken over our house.
She is quite alert for being 3 days old.
Her eyes try to focus on the person talking to her.
I could watch her for hours - I have, actually.
Her expressions are so cute.
And there are so many of them!
I managed to catch her dimple with this one:
I will definitely take a lot of pictures as she is sure to change daily!
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