I just found out that I am going to be a great aunt again and that my brother is going to be a grandpa of seven. Will wonders never cease. Bringing new life into the world is one of the greatest accomplishments there is and for this new life to be welcomed into such a loving family is truly wonderful. My prayers are out there for the mama to be - hope that all goes well during the remaining 169 days. I look forward to getting the news regarding his/her arrival.
It is a cool breezy sunshiny day in my neighborhood. It has been very pleasant sitting at my computer (which is located in front of my bedroom window) feeling the breezes and listening to the sounds of nature. I forwarded one of those e-mails that promised good news earlier this morning and I got it when I read Erin's blog later in the day. I got my good news.....
Sounds of nature have included a chattering pair of red birds (cardinals) that sounded like a little old couple bickering back and forth; a squirrel chattering at the birds and several different types of bugs making their presence known. It is nice to see and hear what can happen whey you take the time to pay attention. I guess Daddy was right - take the time to listen to the small things and put your faith in the good Lord and all is well with your world - that is certainly the case today.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Sunday Routine
I have just finished my Sunday routine - emails, facebook, "El Tigre" and viewing the blogs of family and friends. My particular favorite today was Lifespetals Photography by Bob Kaufman (www.lifespetalsphoto.blogspot.com). When it comes to talented photographers in my book this guy is right up at the top of my list. He does a lot of portrait work and weddings, but the final results are gorgeous. He must have a camera with him at all time because he takes a lot of pics when he travels as well. He is also a major contributor to "El Tigre", which goes a long way to making that site and huge success. Kudos to him.
It is a gorgeous Sunday afternoon, which is a pleasant change from all the rain that we had this week. Don't get me wrong, needed the rain to water the new grass that I have growing in my back yard - see back yard ballet. The sky is blue, the sun is shining and there is a really nice breeze blowing, which is making my wind chimes sing to me. I especially like my Mozart and Bach chimes - make me happy.
It is now time to start the rest of my day. I am getting hungry, I have to make my bed and I have laundry to finish - exciting stuff huh? Such is a day in my life. I also hear a football game playing in the living room. My son is once again involved in Fantasy football so watching games will be a regular activity from now until Super Bowl Sunday.....more later.
It is a gorgeous Sunday afternoon, which is a pleasant change from all the rain that we had this week. Don't get me wrong, needed the rain to water the new grass that I have growing in my back yard - see back yard ballet. The sky is blue, the sun is shining and there is a really nice breeze blowing, which is making my wind chimes sing to me. I especially like my Mozart and Bach chimes - make me happy.
It is now time to start the rest of my day. I am getting hungry, I have to make my bed and I have laundry to finish - exciting stuff huh? Such is a day in my life. I also hear a football game playing in the living room. My son is once again involved in Fantasy football so watching games will be a regular activity from now until Super Bowl Sunday.....more later.
Monday, September 7, 2009
Backyard Ballet
No one appreciates watching an artist at work more than I. This artist, however, was not using a brush or a pen, he was using his backhoe. That's right - he is what I am calling a blue collar artist. He is one with his machine and watching him work was a joy. He takes pride in his work and he had the trust of his young helper (Dan). They worked together well as a team and proved to me that there is "beauty" in the simplest of things.
Then came the "mack daddy" of the crew. He has accomplished something that no other driver would attempt. He backed his single axle dump truck into my backyard. The overhang from my roof did not bother him at all - along with the guidance from the others he backed in, dumped his load (right in front of my small shed) and drove out without scratching the house. Left ruts, however, because the ground was wet. Another "artist" displaying his talents.
Shed survived each time (six in all) stone was dumped - a total of 55 tons of them and they all disappeared into the trench that they dug in my back yard - nine foot deep and 55 feet long. The stone filled up 6 foot of the trench by the time they were done.
They collapsed my dry well and filled it in (using the dirt they dug out from the trench) and then they smoothed everything out - making sure that all the rocks were picked up and the ruts from the dump truck were filled up. They planted grass and covered it with hay. Most of my back yard and a small portion of my front yard is now hay covered, but that is okay. It is going to be in much better shape than before this job was started. No more uneven ground or small dips to trip in. An expensive way to get landscaping done, but will be worth it in the long run.
My thanks and appreciation go out to these "true blue collar artists" - without whom I would be in deep *&%$ as the saying goes.
The only mishap during this whole procedure was when they picked up a piece of cast iron pipe laying in the backyard (they are going to recycle it). They found out the hard way that bees had claimed it as a home and were not too happy with the fact that their home was suddenly mobile. They were not happy campers. The pipe was dropped when Dan realized what was happening (by this time he was almost out of the backyard) and my "backhoe artist" promptly covered it with a big load of dirt. It was later recovered and taken away without any further incident.
Then came the "mack daddy" of the crew. He has accomplished something that no other driver would attempt. He backed his single axle dump truck into my backyard. The overhang from my roof did not bother him at all - along with the guidance from the others he backed in, dumped his load (right in front of my small shed) and drove out without scratching the house. Left ruts, however, because the ground was wet. Another "artist" displaying his talents.
Shed survived each time (six in all) stone was dumped - a total of 55 tons of them and they all disappeared into the trench that they dug in my back yard - nine foot deep and 55 feet long. The stone filled up 6 foot of the trench by the time they were done.
They collapsed my dry well and filled it in (using the dirt they dug out from the trench) and then they smoothed everything out - making sure that all the rocks were picked up and the ruts from the dump truck were filled up. They planted grass and covered it with hay. Most of my back yard and a small portion of my front yard is now hay covered, but that is okay. It is going to be in much better shape than before this job was started. No more uneven ground or small dips to trip in. An expensive way to get landscaping done, but will be worth it in the long run.
My thanks and appreciation go out to these "true blue collar artists" - without whom I would be in deep *&%$ as the saying goes.
The only mishap during this whole procedure was when they picked up a piece of cast iron pipe laying in the backyard (they are going to recycle it). They found out the hard way that bees had claimed it as a home and were not too happy with the fact that their home was suddenly mobile. They were not happy campers. The pipe was dropped when Dan realized what was happening (by this time he was almost out of the backyard) and my "backhoe artist" promptly covered it with a big load of dirt. It was later recovered and taken away without any further incident.
Sunday, August 30, 2009
One Day Left
It is Sunday August 30, 2009 and there is only one more day left in August. Where has the year gone? I have done very little constructive this month - other than running errands, going out to lunch with friends several times and sitting at my computer keeping in touch with family and friends. I have even managed to dream up a couple of projects to do, but I am not quite sure how I am going to accomplish them - I want to start journalizing (I don't think that is a word, but will use it anyway) the past of my family, starting with my parents and moving forward. I haven't decided if I want to start another blog or do something on my family.com I am going to have to think about this some more.
I have been laying awake every morning this week with family memories and family trees running through my head faster than what my fingers would be able to keep up. I have to find a way to slow the brain down so that I can do their story justice. My mind racing has kept me from sleeping. Hopefully I will be able to slow things down if I start writing.
There is also another website called TogetherWeServed that is devoted to individuals who served in the military - past and present. I have already started a page on this site for my husband, he was in the Navy and served during the Vietnam War. Maybe this is the place to put my dad's military history. Will have to think on that one as well. Whatever I decide I will let the family know so that they can keep track of my progress etc. I have a few questions that I want to ask my one remaining uncle - maybe my brother will be able to help me with that........
Time to move on - it is noon and I have been sitting at this machine for a couple of hours already, catching up with the news, old schoolmates and family. Besides my stomach is reminding me big time that it is time to eat. Have a good week (or whatever) and take care of your world and the world around you....................
I have been laying awake every morning this week with family memories and family trees running through my head faster than what my fingers would be able to keep up. I have to find a way to slow the brain down so that I can do their story justice. My mind racing has kept me from sleeping. Hopefully I will be able to slow things down if I start writing.
There is also another website called TogetherWeServed that is devoted to individuals who served in the military - past and present. I have already started a page on this site for my husband, he was in the Navy and served during the Vietnam War. Maybe this is the place to put my dad's military history. Will have to think on that one as well. Whatever I decide I will let the family know so that they can keep track of my progress etc. I have a few questions that I want to ask my one remaining uncle - maybe my brother will be able to help me with that........
Time to move on - it is noon and I have been sitting at this machine for a couple of hours already, catching up with the news, old schoolmates and family. Besides my stomach is reminding me big time that it is time to eat. Have a good week (or whatever) and take care of your world and the world around you....................
Monday, August 24, 2009
Another Weekend Comes and Goes
Spent Saturday watching the weather thru my window - had all sorts of things to watch out for - rain, spectacular lightening shows and tornadoes (which did not come our way thankfully). The lightening meant that it was a noisy day as well. We survived tho - thought that we would wash away a couple of times it rained so hard, but we survived that as well.
Spent Sunday on a shopping spree - the whole gang went to Hanover and Gettysburg, PA to hit the Shoe Store (only place where Terry can find shoes and new school shoes for Eddie) and The Outlets (school clothes for Eddie and some odds and ends for the rest of us). We had a nice meal at a place called Damons. I had a soup and salad combo - the soup (Tomato Florentine) out of this world and because it was on the menu as Endless Soup and Salad I took advantage and had two bowls of soup. It can be an expensive day if you arn't careful, but the ride is nice - just long enough to keep you interested, but not bored.
School starts tomorrow - hip hip hooray. It is not going to be a fun day for Eddie. First day in 6th grade in a brand new school and he has no idea who his teachers are, where his room is or what his schedule is going to be. He knows that his bus stop is just up the road, but as to when the bus comes ??????? His mom let orientation day come and go - such is life in the fast lane in this household. I do not envy the boy at all. Good thing that he is a fast learner and can think "on his feet" if he wants to. He is going to have a hard time adjusting as well - his schedule for the past few weeks has been up till all hours of the night playing games on the computer and sleeping all day. It is almost noon and he just got up and he is grumpy as all get out. I think that I will close my bedroom door and cover up my head in the a.m. - it is not going to be a pretty sight. So much for the immediate future in our household.
Well, I have a project to do on the computer. I have to attempt to locate some info for Terry, so I will get to it so that I can then eat and move on to other things. Take care everyone.....
Spent Sunday on a shopping spree - the whole gang went to Hanover and Gettysburg, PA to hit the Shoe Store (only place where Terry can find shoes and new school shoes for Eddie) and The Outlets (school clothes for Eddie and some odds and ends for the rest of us). We had a nice meal at a place called Damons. I had a soup and salad combo - the soup (Tomato Florentine) out of this world and because it was on the menu as Endless Soup and Salad I took advantage and had two bowls of soup. It can be an expensive day if you arn't careful, but the ride is nice - just long enough to keep you interested, but not bored.
School starts tomorrow - hip hip hooray. It is not going to be a fun day for Eddie. First day in 6th grade in a brand new school and he has no idea who his teachers are, where his room is or what his schedule is going to be. He knows that his bus stop is just up the road, but as to when the bus comes ??????? His mom let orientation day come and go - such is life in the fast lane in this household. I do not envy the boy at all. Good thing that he is a fast learner and can think "on his feet" if he wants to. He is going to have a hard time adjusting as well - his schedule for the past few weeks has been up till all hours of the night playing games on the computer and sleeping all day. It is almost noon and he just got up and he is grumpy as all get out. I think that I will close my bedroom door and cover up my head in the a.m. - it is not going to be a pretty sight. So much for the immediate future in our household.
Well, I have a project to do on the computer. I have to attempt to locate some info for Terry, so I will get to it so that I can then eat and move on to other things. Take care everyone.....
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