Another Christmas becomes a memory....
As the record books go, Christmas 2006 will be remembered as a classic! I don't believe there was one thing I would of changed.
Christmas Eve was spent at the farm with almost all of the Lynch's accounted for. Although there was no actual snowfall, the morning fog and frost show was pretty spectacular. Marsha and her family had the farm all decked out in full spender...it was so cozy and reminiscent of the Christmas's a long time ago. I truly hope Dad was looking down and enjoying the scene of all his kids gathered again for some good food, good conversation and alot of silliness.
Now, as for little Ellie..she's quite a little girl. Monday morning we all gathered at Grandmas house and had Christmas. I can't believe how quickly she took to the tearing of paper and finding of the treasures inside. Boy, by next year she will be a pro....there wont be any stopping her...hang on!!!
Well, its kind of late, and Im pooed out from all the excitement, tomorrow its back to the grind. So, until next time.....Love MOM
Monday, December 25, 2006
Saturday, December 09, 2006
I know just how my father must of felt......
Yep, it wasn't until just the other day when I finally determined my bathroom to be "done" that it dawned on me how my father must of felt on Easter, approximately 1960 or so. That was the day that after totally remodeling the bathroom, he lined up all of us kids and took a beautiful family portrait standing in the "bathroom". Apparently, it was a very proud moment, and I now know just how he felt. Unfortunately, I had no luck at convincing my kids to come home and stand in the bathroom for their portrait....I guess times do change.
Boyd arrived from Hawaii on Wednesday, just in time for the first day of 5 degree weather. He said it was about 85 when he boarded the plane in Honolulu...now, that's a culture shock! We always enjoy having him around, and hope he has a great deer hunting expedition!
Well, its time to direct my attention to the holidays now...I spent about 3 hours in Iowa City today, not really Christmas shopping, but running some errands and I have decided I really dont want to do any shopping...gee I bet I get away with that..ha!
Sorry this is going to be short but sweet, but I have decided to do a nice little Christmas letter this year, and promised myself I would do it today....so I had better get at it.
Until next time....MOM
Yep, it wasn't until just the other day when I finally determined my bathroom to be "done" that it dawned on me how my father must of felt on Easter, approximately 1960 or so. That was the day that after totally remodeling the bathroom, he lined up all of us kids and took a beautiful family portrait standing in the "bathroom". Apparently, it was a very proud moment, and I now know just how he felt. Unfortunately, I had no luck at convincing my kids to come home and stand in the bathroom for their portrait....I guess times do change.
Boyd arrived from Hawaii on Wednesday, just in time for the first day of 5 degree weather. He said it was about 85 when he boarded the plane in Honolulu...now, that's a culture shock! We always enjoy having him around, and hope he has a great deer hunting expedition!
Well, its time to direct my attention to the holidays now...I spent about 3 hours in Iowa City today, not really Christmas shopping, but running some errands and I have decided I really dont want to do any shopping...gee I bet I get away with that..ha!
Sorry this is going to be short but sweet, but I have decided to do a nice little Christmas letter this year, and promised myself I would do it today....so I had better get at it.
Until next time....MOM
Friday, November 24, 2006
Thanksgiving Comes and Goes.....2006
Well another Thanksgiving has been passed to the archives..and it was a good one. The temperature in Des Moines hovered around 60 degrees the whole time. Kurtis and I headed for Des Moines late Wed morning. Our first stop was the Majestic Lion antique shop, the on to the Brass Armadillo. I was looking for a cupboard for my bathroom remodel and finally settled on a nice jelly cupboard, which I think will fill the bill quite nicely.
Of course the star of the event was little Miss Ellie, it is just remarkable how much she had grown. I have no doubt she will be crawling by Christmas. She is just a little bundle of cuteness.. and talks constantly. She and Kurtis have really become buddies.
As usual Larry and Shirley put on a fabulous dinner. Jessica and I took Pumpkin Pie, Cherry pie, a small ham, bean casserole and a vegetable dip. Jessica also whipped up her now famous cranberry relish (see mom, you missed out) Everything was so good.
So it was back home Thursday evening and off to bed. Kurtis had to be to work at 6 a.m. for the beginning of Black Friday....Im glad I dont work in retail, I would maybe have to kill someone.
So, now its back to the bathroom project..I have 4 days before the flooring people come, so best get a move on.
Until next time....MOM
Well another Thanksgiving has been passed to the archives..and it was a good one. The temperature in Des Moines hovered around 60 degrees the whole time. Kurtis and I headed for Des Moines late Wed morning. Our first stop was the Majestic Lion antique shop, the on to the Brass Armadillo. I was looking for a cupboard for my bathroom remodel and finally settled on a nice jelly cupboard, which I think will fill the bill quite nicely.
Of course the star of the event was little Miss Ellie, it is just remarkable how much she had grown. I have no doubt she will be crawling by Christmas. She is just a little bundle of cuteness.. and talks constantly. She and Kurtis have really become buddies.
As usual Larry and Shirley put on a fabulous dinner. Jessica and I took Pumpkin Pie, Cherry pie, a small ham, bean casserole and a vegetable dip. Jessica also whipped up her now famous cranberry relish (see mom, you missed out) Everything was so good.
So it was back home Thursday evening and off to bed. Kurtis had to be to work at 6 a.m. for the beginning of Black Friday....Im glad I dont work in retail, I would maybe have to kill someone.
So, now its back to the bathroom project..I have 4 days before the flooring people come, so best get a move on.
Until next time....MOM
Wednesday, November 08, 2006
Just remember these three words....Quality.....Not Quantity!!
Updating this blog is no small feat, it takes much time and concentration..a blend of just the amount of information and a certain amount of nonsense..so I may not get to it as often as I should, but hopefully it will still contain some essence of entertainment.
I dont even know where to begin with my updates....so much is going on at the Voparil farm it is almost mind boggling...like Dad used to say, "Lets see, now what all did we do this week, Doris"
I have been in a total frenzy trying to get all my outside chores done so winter can settle on the countryside and I will be ready. I did manage to plant somewhere around 5-600 bulbs of some sort.....even after I promised myself I wasnt going to do that again this year. I guess I just really feel guilty if I dont feed the moles every year, and this year was not going to be the exception! I walked out this afternoon to check on the area where I put the bulbs and as usual there was the up-mounded dirt where a mole went through and had his fill! So what!
The boys have been busy picking corn and beans. I don't know where they get the energy to work all day and then spend the weekends and evenings farming. It is really fun to see them all working together though to get it done. Pat, Ryan and Steve all got in on the fun....Dad would of been so proud to see 'em going with the wagons. The weather has been beautiful and just perfect for farming!
The BIG news is.....I have a new bathtub and shower..thanks to Steve and some more long nights (Oh, and the boys too...and Kurtis) This was no small task. The old cast iron tub had to be broken out and hauled off....how awful! I took my first shower tonite,,,and let me tell you, it was a near religious experience! I really felt like gathering the family up and taking a family portrait in there....but then again, it isn't Easter yet. (get it?) I do know now how Dad must of felt getting the job done.
I got a call from Jessica tonite....Ellie has learned to roll all around the living room now. I was on the phone with Jess and I could hear her in the background talking and talking as she rolled back and forth across the floor.....she is so damn cute! Jessica says she rolls up to Buster and the dog gets up and leaves.....poor thing, he hasnt seen anything yet!
Jennifer seems to have settled into married life OK, so far no complaints..which is a good thing. Its so nice to have both daughters settled in and doing their own thing. Im looking forward to Thanksgiving when Kurtis and I will travel to Des Moines for the day. Hard to believe its that time already..especially when it got up to about 72degrees today.
So, I think that is the highlights for now....I'll try to keep this up a little better in the future.....but, no promises....
Until next time.....MOM
Updating this blog is no small feat, it takes much time and concentration..a blend of just the amount of information and a certain amount of nonsense..so I may not get to it as often as I should, but hopefully it will still contain some essence of entertainment.
I dont even know where to begin with my updates....so much is going on at the Voparil farm it is almost mind boggling...like Dad used to say, "Lets see, now what all did we do this week, Doris"
I have been in a total frenzy trying to get all my outside chores done so winter can settle on the countryside and I will be ready. I did manage to plant somewhere around 5-600 bulbs of some sort.....even after I promised myself I wasnt going to do that again this year. I guess I just really feel guilty if I dont feed the moles every year, and this year was not going to be the exception! I walked out this afternoon to check on the area where I put the bulbs and as usual there was the up-mounded dirt where a mole went through and had his fill! So what!
The boys have been busy picking corn and beans. I don't know where they get the energy to work all day and then spend the weekends and evenings farming. It is really fun to see them all working together though to get it done. Pat, Ryan and Steve all got in on the fun....Dad would of been so proud to see 'em going with the wagons. The weather has been beautiful and just perfect for farming!
The BIG news is.....I have a new bathtub and shower..thanks to Steve and some more long nights (Oh, and the boys too...and Kurtis) This was no small task. The old cast iron tub had to be broken out and hauled off....how awful! I took my first shower tonite,,,and let me tell you, it was a near religious experience! I really felt like gathering the family up and taking a family portrait in there....but then again, it isn't Easter yet. (get it?) I do know now how Dad must of felt getting the job done.
I got a call from Jessica tonite....Ellie has learned to roll all around the living room now. I was on the phone with Jess and I could hear her in the background talking and talking as she rolled back and forth across the floor.....she is so damn cute! Jessica says she rolls up to Buster and the dog gets up and leaves.....poor thing, he hasnt seen anything yet!
Jennifer seems to have settled into married life OK, so far no complaints..which is a good thing. Its so nice to have both daughters settled in and doing their own thing. Im looking forward to Thanksgiving when Kurtis and I will travel to Des Moines for the day. Hard to believe its that time already..especially when it got up to about 72degrees today.
So, I think that is the highlights for now....I'll try to keep this up a little better in the future.....but, no promises....
Until next time.....MOM
Here is the brave and daring Aaron Lynch with one of his fine bounties from the cold waters. I believe this is a Beaver...What do you suppose happen to this kid when he was young that he wants to do this? I believe the opening day of trapping season he and his buddy bagged 9 coons, 2 beaver and a mink. I would say the trapping video that his father speaks so highly of was truly worth the investment!
Monday, October 16, 2006
To every thing there is a season....
A time to plant (garlic)..a time to sow (holly hock seeds)
A time to harvest
A time to reap
A time to trap coons
A time to burn barns
A time to go out and buy a Bobcat...........oh, I digress...
Well, its been awhile since I have sat down here and thought about some of the exciting things going on here at the Voparil Farm. Fall has settled in here, and the weather definately screams of winters coming. I went out Sunday to do some picture taking of the pretty leaves and fall scenes only to find....as usual...Im too late. The horrible winds we had last week and freezing weather trashed the leaves and they are well down to Cedar Bluff by now.
I spent all day Saturday cleaning off the garden and getting things ready for winter. I pulled all my garden stuff, flowers and dumped my pots. It always seems so cruel to do, but I look forward to spring again and starting over.
Last Saturday we burned the old barn that I have threated to do for over 10 years now. It didnt take long and it was just a memory. We now have some major clean up to do but things will look much nicer (I hope) when its complete. Of course with the task in front of us....my husband took the opportunity to go buy himself a Bobcat skidsteer....well, he had to, there is clean up work to do!! I kind of wondered about the thing untill he informed me that they have a really nice garden tiller you can rent that goes on the front and can till a 60" swath at a time.....hmmm maybe this is ok. I also notice the bucket looks just the right size for a nice big dump of compost when I need it. Yeah, this is ok.
I'm still hoping we get some nice Indian Summer yet, I have quite a lot of outside chores I want to get done yet....but we will just have to see. I had a landscaper come out and give me a quote on finishing off my sidewalks, but havent decided for sure what to do yet. Nothing is easy, and everthing is sooo expensive.
Fall, is such a pretty time of year, and I really do enjoy the cooler weather, but somedays it makes me feel kind of sad..and old. Jessica and Rob are doing great, and little Ellie gets cuter and bigger everyday. Jennifer and Tom are all married now and settling in very nicely. Kurtis and I plug away each day, and enjoy everyday (despite Scheels) So, life is good.
Until next time......MOM
A time to plant (garlic)..a time to sow (holly hock seeds)
A time to harvest
A time to reap
A time to trap coons
A time to burn barns
A time to go out and buy a Bobcat...........oh, I digress...
Well, its been awhile since I have sat down here and thought about some of the exciting things going on here at the Voparil Farm. Fall has settled in here, and the weather definately screams of winters coming. I went out Sunday to do some picture taking of the pretty leaves and fall scenes only to find....as usual...Im too late. The horrible winds we had last week and freezing weather trashed the leaves and they are well down to Cedar Bluff by now.
I spent all day Saturday cleaning off the garden and getting things ready for winter. I pulled all my garden stuff, flowers and dumped my pots. It always seems so cruel to do, but I look forward to spring again and starting over.
Last Saturday we burned the old barn that I have threated to do for over 10 years now. It didnt take long and it was just a memory. We now have some major clean up to do but things will look much nicer (I hope) when its complete. Of course with the task in front of us....my husband took the opportunity to go buy himself a Bobcat skidsteer....well, he had to, there is clean up work to do!! I kind of wondered about the thing untill he informed me that they have a really nice garden tiller you can rent that goes on the front and can till a 60" swath at a time.....hmmm maybe this is ok. I also notice the bucket looks just the right size for a nice big dump of compost when I need it. Yeah, this is ok.
I'm still hoping we get some nice Indian Summer yet, I have quite a lot of outside chores I want to get done yet....but we will just have to see. I had a landscaper come out and give me a quote on finishing off my sidewalks, but havent decided for sure what to do yet. Nothing is easy, and everthing is sooo expensive.
Fall, is such a pretty time of year, and I really do enjoy the cooler weather, but somedays it makes me feel kind of sad..and old. Jessica and Rob are doing great, and little Ellie gets cuter and bigger everyday. Jennifer and Tom are all married now and settling in very nicely. Kurtis and I plug away each day, and enjoy everyday (despite Scheels) So, life is good.
Until next time......MOM
Wednesday, September 27, 2006
I really have tried several times......
I really isnt entirely my fault that I havent updated this blog for .....weeks. I tried on several occasions, but the site was down.....or at least you couldnt load pictures, and what is a blog without pictures!! So the good news is, that I do have some good material coming up, with pictures, that I will do as soon as I get some free time....
Well, the big weekend has come and is now shall we say.....history. Jennifer and Tom were married this past weekend and it was a very beautiful ceremony....I need to talk to my daughter however about the slight conversion of the vows "For richer or for poorer...when she modified it to be "For richer or for richer". But, other than that small ad-lib, things went picture perfect!
Hats off to Jennifer and Tom for all the time consuming planning and creativity...it certainly paid off!! I didnt know my daughter was so crafty...from designing her invitations, programs, etc to making the table runners and guests treats...I am truly impressed!!!
I am so happy to have both of my daughters married off. It is so rewarding to watch them building their lives and being so happy. Jess and Rob and little Ellie are doing so well and now Jennifer and Tom are beginning their journey. I wish them all the best.
So, now except for my feeling even older, now having two daughters married and a grandchild which earns me the title of Grandma.....life is good.
Truly, I will try to update more often......until next time....MOM
I really isnt entirely my fault that I havent updated this blog for .....weeks. I tried on several occasions, but the site was down.....or at least you couldnt load pictures, and what is a blog without pictures!! So the good news is, that I do have some good material coming up, with pictures, that I will do as soon as I get some free time....
Well, the big weekend has come and is now shall we say.....history. Jennifer and Tom were married this past weekend and it was a very beautiful ceremony....I need to talk to my daughter however about the slight conversion of the vows "For richer or for poorer...when she modified it to be "For richer or for richer". But, other than that small ad-lib, things went picture perfect!
Hats off to Jennifer and Tom for all the time consuming planning and creativity...it certainly paid off!! I didnt know my daughter was so crafty...from designing her invitations, programs, etc to making the table runners and guests treats...I am truly impressed!!!
I am so happy to have both of my daughters married off. It is so rewarding to watch them building their lives and being so happy. Jess and Rob and little Ellie are doing so well and now Jennifer and Tom are beginning their journey. I wish them all the best.
So, now except for my feeling even older, now having two daughters married and a grandchild which earns me the title of Grandma.....life is good.
Truly, I will try to update more often......until next time....MOM
Wednesday, September 06, 2006
P.M.V. - Personal Mobility Vehicle.
Let me first say that I had a wonderful time on vacation last week. Kurtis and I spent 5 days camping down at Mt. Pleasant at the Old Threshers Reunion...and it was just great!!
I have but one complaint.....and that is about the damn P.M.V's....which stands for Personal Mobility Vehicle for those of you who havent confronted this issue yet. I would assume if you havent, its because you have not gone to the Iowa State Fair or any other event which involves lots of people and a large area that needs to be traversed! I was a little put out when I booked our camping site a few months ago when I asked if it would be ok for us to take our Mule (Kawasaki, not 4 legged) as I have a "foot condition" that tends to get bad if I try to stand and walk all day.....and the answer was a immediate "No, we only allow P.M.V's on the grounds. So, I didn't think too much about it.....untill the show.....and then it came flooding back to me,,,, and the horrible experience I had at the Iowa State Fair last year! Apparently, if you can eat yourself into oblivian, push your weight up to 3-400 lbs and become completely inantimate..you automatically qualify for medicare to buy you a damn P.M.V. Let me tell you, it appears to be al all out epedemic!!! Everywhere you turn, every door you try to go through, every food line (especially) is clogged up with some huge person sitting on a scooter! I especially find it convenient that they all come equipped with a nice large basket on the front to hold all of those essential personal items such as ding dongs, chips, a "Big Gulp Soda" and a fanny pack that just wont quite reach around the fanny anymore! Now, don't get me wrong..I have my work cut out for me in the weight department too.....but come on! The next time I see a commercial for the damn Hover-round...and the famous line they use..."And it didn't cost me a dime!!!", it may be all I can take, and physical harm may come to the TV. And they wouldn't let me take my Mule.....huh! What a rip!
Now, that I got that out of my system..We really did have a great time! I am so heartbroke that I forgot to take a picture of my camper and all the great necessities we had set up at our site. Kurtis bought me a "Jackite" of the Snow Goose that we proudly had out front. For those of you not familiar with "Camping Silliness" the trendy thing to do is put a bird on a 30 foot pole which catches the wind and appear to be flying about your camper.....now just quite smirking...when it comes to camping its all about being an individual, no matter how silly. There was around 1400 campers on 80 acres, so you have to strive to be different! I was also flying our american flag and some lawn ornament flowers made out of plumbing fixtures.......yep, plumbing fixtures! Man, I really blew it not getting a nice picture..you would of all been so impressed!!
So, now its back to work and the routine...until next time....happy camping!
Let me first say that I had a wonderful time on vacation last week. Kurtis and I spent 5 days camping down at Mt. Pleasant at the Old Threshers Reunion...and it was just great!!
I have but one complaint.....and that is about the damn P.M.V's....which stands for Personal Mobility Vehicle for those of you who havent confronted this issue yet. I would assume if you havent, its because you have not gone to the Iowa State Fair or any other event which involves lots of people and a large area that needs to be traversed! I was a little put out when I booked our camping site a few months ago when I asked if it would be ok for us to take our Mule (Kawasaki, not 4 legged) as I have a "foot condition" that tends to get bad if I try to stand and walk all day.....and the answer was a immediate "No, we only allow P.M.V's on the grounds. So, I didn't think too much about it.....untill the show.....and then it came flooding back to me,,,, and the horrible experience I had at the Iowa State Fair last year! Apparently, if you can eat yourself into oblivian, push your weight up to 3-400 lbs and become completely inantimate..you automatically qualify for medicare to buy you a damn P.M.V. Let me tell you, it appears to be al all out epedemic!!! Everywhere you turn, every door you try to go through, every food line (especially) is clogged up with some huge person sitting on a scooter! I especially find it convenient that they all come equipped with a nice large basket on the front to hold all of those essential personal items such as ding dongs, chips, a "Big Gulp Soda" and a fanny pack that just wont quite reach around the fanny anymore! Now, don't get me wrong..I have my work cut out for me in the weight department too.....but come on! The next time I see a commercial for the damn Hover-round...and the famous line they use..."And it didn't cost me a dime!!!", it may be all I can take, and physical harm may come to the TV. And they wouldn't let me take my Mule.....huh! What a rip!
Now, that I got that out of my system..We really did have a great time! I am so heartbroke that I forgot to take a picture of my camper and all the great necessities we had set up at our site. Kurtis bought me a "Jackite" of the Snow Goose that we proudly had out front. For those of you not familiar with "Camping Silliness" the trendy thing to do is put a bird on a 30 foot pole which catches the wind and appear to be flying about your camper.....now just quite smirking...when it comes to camping its all about being an individual, no matter how silly. There was around 1400 campers on 80 acres, so you have to strive to be different! I was also flying our american flag and some lawn ornament flowers made out of plumbing fixtures.......yep, plumbing fixtures! Man, I really blew it not getting a nice picture..you would of all been so impressed!!
So, now its back to work and the routine...until next time....happy camping!
This was a turn of the century restored horse drawn pumper wagon. It was absolutely beautiful and they had the steam engine fired up in it. When the bell rang, the harness fell down on the horses from above, they were quick hitched to it and off to the fire they went.....Here it is hitched to a team of percherons waiting for the parade.
Wednesday, August 30, 2006
It's not entirely all my fault!
I have been trying to update my blog now for about 3-4 days, but the blog site has been down....so even though I know it has been some time....I did at least make an attempt at getting it done!
This has been a summer for the books! Sometimes you feel like you're on a merry go round and can't get off! Kurtis lost his father last Sunday, August 20th. It just seems surreal that both of his parents are gone now and in such a short period of time. I feel so bad for him and can't imagine how rotton the whole situation must feel.
But, on to good things. We are on vacation! We are spending 6 days down at the old Threshers reunion in Mt. Pleasant. I'm hoping for alot of good conversationa and relaxation. This is the first time we have gone that we didn't have horses to wrestle with, so should be less stressful. Hope to get in some good antiquing and BBQ-ing. We have several friends coming down to meet us down there, so should be a good time.
Take care, untill next time....MOM
I have been trying to update my blog now for about 3-4 days, but the blog site has been down....so even though I know it has been some time....I did at least make an attempt at getting it done!
This has been a summer for the books! Sometimes you feel like you're on a merry go round and can't get off! Kurtis lost his father last Sunday, August 20th. It just seems surreal that both of his parents are gone now and in such a short period of time. I feel so bad for him and can't imagine how rotton the whole situation must feel.
But, on to good things. We are on vacation! We are spending 6 days down at the old Threshers reunion in Mt. Pleasant. I'm hoping for alot of good conversationa and relaxation. This is the first time we have gone that we didn't have horses to wrestle with, so should be less stressful. Hope to get in some good antiquing and BBQ-ing. We have several friends coming down to meet us down there, so should be a good time.
Take care, untill next time....MOM
Thursday, August 17, 2006
It's not that I don't have anything to talk about....quite the contrary...
I just dont seem to get any time to sit in front of this computer....I spend almost every evening outside in the garden or flower beds till after dark..
It's pretty much known now that I get my entertainment from gardening instead of sharing time with my husband....I have become a Scheels divorce'. I'm being pretty tolerable about the situation for now, as a matter of fact the reason I am finally updating this blog is because Kurtis finally got home from work about 7:30 and is now down in his chair going over a gun order he has to place tomorrow.....shall I say...."Borrrring"! But, I'm being good and leaving him alone.
Richard is doing really poorly. Kurtis went over about 6 this morning to help move him and give him morphine..the situation seems to be deteriorating quite quickly. I feel so bad for Kurtis, what a raw deal to lose both parents inside of 6 months or so. The hospice nurses dont think he will be able to fight the battle too much longer, he is in such pain with the cancer that morphine seems to be the only thing to relieve the pain. Enjoy every day!!! You never know what is around the corner.
So, on a happy note....my gardens are doing OK, some disapointments and some success's, which I guess gardening is all about. The 70 mph winds the other night smashed my broom corn, twisted my sunflowers and tramped over my Brugmansia....but, oh well, next year is another season...and on it goes.
Hope all is well, now its off to switch the wash, load the dishwasher.....and maybe sit on my a___ a few minutes before heading off to bed. See, isnt my life exciting!
Until next time.....MOM
I just dont seem to get any time to sit in front of this computer....I spend almost every evening outside in the garden or flower beds till after dark..
It's pretty much known now that I get my entertainment from gardening instead of sharing time with my husband....I have become a Scheels divorce'. I'm being pretty tolerable about the situation for now, as a matter of fact the reason I am finally updating this blog is because Kurtis finally got home from work about 7:30 and is now down in his chair going over a gun order he has to place tomorrow.....shall I say...."Borrrring"! But, I'm being good and leaving him alone.
Richard is doing really poorly. Kurtis went over about 6 this morning to help move him and give him morphine..the situation seems to be deteriorating quite quickly. I feel so bad for Kurtis, what a raw deal to lose both parents inside of 6 months or so. The hospice nurses dont think he will be able to fight the battle too much longer, he is in such pain with the cancer that morphine seems to be the only thing to relieve the pain. Enjoy every day!!! You never know what is around the corner.
So, on a happy note....my gardens are doing OK, some disapointments and some success's, which I guess gardening is all about. The 70 mph winds the other night smashed my broom corn, twisted my sunflowers and tramped over my Brugmansia....but, oh well, next year is another season...and on it goes.
Hope all is well, now its off to switch the wash, load the dishwasher.....and maybe sit on my a___ a few minutes before heading off to bed. See, isnt my life exciting!
Until next time.....MOM
Wednesday, July 26, 2006
I truly Apologize.....I know its been awhile...
I know its been awhile since I have updated, you may not realize this but it takes me quite awhile to construct and publish these crazy blogs!! I dont take my jornalistic responsibility lightly, so there is a certain amount of planning and thought that goes into this, even though it doesnt appear to be!!
So much has transpired since my last update. Im truly sorry for leaving you hanging, looking at Steve in his pathetic outfit, but the good news is that he is still speaking to me after the abuse I gave him (actually as part of his illnesss, he enjoyed it!)
Well, Ryan and Lindsey are now husband and wife. The wedding was one of the more beautiful I have seen. Thinking back, I have to admit all the nieces and nephews, Jessica and now Ryan pulled off great gala affairs...Jennifer....the pressure is on..haha. My only wish is that I could figure out a way to put a 30 second video of all the Lynch boys dancing to a good Johnny Cash rendition of "Ring of Fire" on this blog for all to enjoy....it was by far "A Classic!" Ryan and Lindsey are now enjoying a nice honeymoon in Colorado.....hope you are having a great time kids!!
Now, what can I say...Marsha and I spent the past weekend in Decorah Iowa at the Seed Savers Convention...and shall I say, without hesitation that I almost feel "Born Again!" If you are a avid gardener, this is the weekend get-a-way of all times! The gardens were spectacular and the information we learned in-valuable. I came home ready to plant, seed and re-organize almost everything I have.....but the 95 degree heat and thunderstorms have slowed me down. Instead I am making plans for next spring. One of the things I just couldnt wait to embark on was making some raised beds for my garden. I poured out my heart to Kurtis on how I just didnt know how I could garden anymore without them....well, the next day when I came home from work he had gone to Tipton and surprised me with all the materials to make 3 4x10 raised beds!!!!! God, I love that guy!!!!! So, now Im busy planning on where to put them and what to plant!
So, life is good and everyday is another adventure...so, until next time....MOM
I know its been awhile since I have updated, you may not realize this but it takes me quite awhile to construct and publish these crazy blogs!! I dont take my jornalistic responsibility lightly, so there is a certain amount of planning and thought that goes into this, even though it doesnt appear to be!!
So much has transpired since my last update. Im truly sorry for leaving you hanging, looking at Steve in his pathetic outfit, but the good news is that he is still speaking to me after the abuse I gave him (actually as part of his illnesss, he enjoyed it!)
Well, Ryan and Lindsey are now husband and wife. The wedding was one of the more beautiful I have seen. Thinking back, I have to admit all the nieces and nephews, Jessica and now Ryan pulled off great gala affairs...Jennifer....the pressure is on..haha. My only wish is that I could figure out a way to put a 30 second video of all the Lynch boys dancing to a good Johnny Cash rendition of "Ring of Fire" on this blog for all to enjoy....it was by far "A Classic!" Ryan and Lindsey are now enjoying a nice honeymoon in Colorado.....hope you are having a great time kids!!
Now, what can I say...Marsha and I spent the past weekend in Decorah Iowa at the Seed Savers Convention...and shall I say, without hesitation that I almost feel "Born Again!" If you are a avid gardener, this is the weekend get-a-way of all times! The gardens were spectacular and the information we learned in-valuable. I came home ready to plant, seed and re-organize almost everything I have.....but the 95 degree heat and thunderstorms have slowed me down. Instead I am making plans for next spring. One of the things I just couldnt wait to embark on was making some raised beds for my garden. I poured out my heart to Kurtis on how I just didnt know how I could garden anymore without them....well, the next day when I came home from work he had gone to Tipton and surprised me with all the materials to make 3 4x10 raised beds!!!!! God, I love that guy!!!!! So, now Im busy planning on where to put them and what to plant!
So, life is good and everyday is another adventure...so, until next time....MOM
Sunday, July 23, 2006
A personal promise from me to you!!
Im so sorry I have left you hanging on this blog, looking each day at those extremely painful pictures of Steven,,,,but I have just not had the time it takes to do a good quality update to this blog page. But, here is my promise! Within the next 24 hours I have many nice things to share with you.....so hang in there, relief is coming soon.....
MOM
Im so sorry I have left you hanging on this blog, looking each day at those extremely painful pictures of Steven,,,,but I have just not had the time it takes to do a good quality update to this blog page. But, here is my promise! Within the next 24 hours I have many nice things to share with you.....so hang in there, relief is coming soon.....
MOM
Saturday, July 01, 2006
Humiliatus Oneself 'N Publicum............................. (H.O.M.P.)
No, it doesn't sound pretty does it? Well, the reality is...it isn't pretty! Humiliatus Oneself 'N Publicum (also known as HOMP) is an almost un-heard of disease that has stuck in the Lynch family. It's sad..it's painful and well, it's just plain embarassing! We have known for some time that there was just something different about Steve, but just wasn't sure what it was......But now, after his last humiliating public display, it is obvious he has a full blown case of HOMP. It's the only answer....otherwise why would a full grown adult male choose to do the following.....
1.) Dress himself in rare mid 60's motorcycle garb, complete with a leather jacket that spells the words "DURANGO" on the back.
2.) Adorn himself with colored Mardi-Gras beads.
3.) Pack strange and disqusting (yes, the loaf of bread was reported to contain large quantities of mold) items on the motorcycle to take with him.
4.) Ride "in public" a Honda 50 motorcycle out to meet several "friends" who were gathering to take a "Harley" ride for the weekend. This caused an almost instantaneous riot of laughter!! Did that bother Steve??? Nope, as a matter of fact he was reported to have almost "enjoyed" it....now isn't that peculiar behavior?
I would also like to just say a couple of words on behalf of Steve's family. Cindy in paticular was observed to have been such a good sport......she managed to convince Steve that maybe it wouldn't be such a great idea if she was strapped on the back of the motorcycle for this ride...instead she stood by his side and laughed along with everyone else...Good job Cindy, it's important to not call too much attention to the disease. And for Steve's children....they are such troopers, Aaron even helped his Dad get the bike ready.....and Pat, what a caring son, supplied the leather vest. It's so encouraging to see a family that can bond together at a time of crisis.
So, we all continue to humor and care for our brother and family member Steve, and know there will be more times in the future when this rare and unusual disease rears its head...but we stay united and will make it through.
Until next time......MOM
No, it doesn't sound pretty does it? Well, the reality is...it isn't pretty! Humiliatus Oneself 'N Publicum (also known as HOMP) is an almost un-heard of disease that has stuck in the Lynch family. It's sad..it's painful and well, it's just plain embarassing! We have known for some time that there was just something different about Steve, but just wasn't sure what it was......But now, after his last humiliating public display, it is obvious he has a full blown case of HOMP. It's the only answer....otherwise why would a full grown adult male choose to do the following.....
1.) Dress himself in rare mid 60's motorcycle garb, complete with a leather jacket that spells the words "DURANGO" on the back.
2.) Adorn himself with colored Mardi-Gras beads.
3.) Pack strange and disqusting (yes, the loaf of bread was reported to contain large quantities of mold) items on the motorcycle to take with him.
4.) Ride "in public" a Honda 50 motorcycle out to meet several "friends" who were gathering to take a "Harley" ride for the weekend. This caused an almost instantaneous riot of laughter!! Did that bother Steve??? Nope, as a matter of fact he was reported to have almost "enjoyed" it....now isn't that peculiar behavior?
I would also like to just say a couple of words on behalf of Steve's family. Cindy in paticular was observed to have been such a good sport......she managed to convince Steve that maybe it wouldn't be such a great idea if she was strapped on the back of the motorcycle for this ride...instead she stood by his side and laughed along with everyone else...Good job Cindy, it's important to not call too much attention to the disease. And for Steve's children....they are such troopers, Aaron even helped his Dad get the bike ready.....and Pat, what a caring son, supplied the leather vest. It's so encouraging to see a family that can bond together at a time of crisis.
So, we all continue to humor and care for our brother and family member Steve, and know there will be more times in the future when this rare and unusual disease rears its head...but we stay united and will make it through.
Until next time......MOM
Note the tell-tale signs of the progressive disease: An ill fitting helmet.. the desire to be safe, but not recognizing how totally foolish it looks. The black leather jacket: Wants to look like a hell-raiser, but how tuff can you be when you wear Mardi-Gras beads with it?? The over supply of home furnishings: 5 Buckle Boots, a loaf of bread, golf clubs......now really!!!
Friday, June 23, 2006
"Like sands through the hour glass.....so are the days of our Lives..................
Well, it works for the opening line of a soap opera, just thought it might be appropriate for my blog.... The only problem is, that times isn't flowing like sand through a hour glass.....its more like running water over a rock.....faster and faster everyday!!
It seems I was just talking about little Ellie being born...and now she is already over two weeks old! It won't be long and I will be telling her how little she used to be while I place my teeth in a glass on the bed-stand!! She will look up at her mommy Jessica and say....."MOM, that is so gross how grandma does that with her teeth"!!!! Jessie will reply back to her....I know dear, that's nothing, you should see what she does when she tries to eat spaghetti!!!" Enough on that subject...
Time has been just flying by, I haven't been doing a very good job with my blog...seems by the time I get in the house in the evening, its so late, I don't feel like messing with a computer for a half hour....and so I don't.
But, tonite you got lucky! I took a few pictures of my garden a couple of days ago before the torrential rains came down and smashed everything..My lillies still look pretty good and everyday a few more open. If you didn't notice, I really have a lilly theme going in the garden....I guess when you buy a gross or more of bulbs they will dominate the landscape. I dont mind though, they really are pretty and will get more so each year.
I finally have absolutely everything out of the greenhouse and out living on its own in the landscape. My list of jobs for the weekend is getting mind-boggling...could it be I have bit off more than I can handle? Well too late for concern!! So, this weekend it is 1) Put together my lawnsweeper..I am in desperate need for mulch! 2.) Hang my bird feeders and fill the ones already up 3.) Weed Weed Weed 4.) Mow the entire yard....again! 5.) Wash 6.) Clean house.....oh that is entirely enough..Im getting depressed!!
Hope you all have a great weekend......if you're bored come on over...there is plenty of jobs for everyone!
until next time.....MOM
Well, it works for the opening line of a soap opera, just thought it might be appropriate for my blog.... The only problem is, that times isn't flowing like sand through a hour glass.....its more like running water over a rock.....faster and faster everyday!!
It seems I was just talking about little Ellie being born...and now she is already over two weeks old! It won't be long and I will be telling her how little she used to be while I place my teeth in a glass on the bed-stand!! She will look up at her mommy Jessica and say....."MOM, that is so gross how grandma does that with her teeth"!!!! Jessie will reply back to her....I know dear, that's nothing, you should see what she does when she tries to eat spaghetti!!!" Enough on that subject...
Time has been just flying by, I haven't been doing a very good job with my blog...seems by the time I get in the house in the evening, its so late, I don't feel like messing with a computer for a half hour....and so I don't.
But, tonite you got lucky! I took a few pictures of my garden a couple of days ago before the torrential rains came down and smashed everything..My lillies still look pretty good and everyday a few more open. If you didn't notice, I really have a lilly theme going in the garden....I guess when you buy a gross or more of bulbs they will dominate the landscape. I dont mind though, they really are pretty and will get more so each year.
I finally have absolutely everything out of the greenhouse and out living on its own in the landscape. My list of jobs for the weekend is getting mind-boggling...could it be I have bit off more than I can handle? Well too late for concern!! So, this weekend it is 1) Put together my lawnsweeper..I am in desperate need for mulch! 2.) Hang my bird feeders and fill the ones already up 3.) Weed Weed Weed 4.) Mow the entire yard....again! 5.) Wash 6.) Clean house.....oh that is entirely enough..Im getting depressed!!
Hope you all have a great weekend......if you're bored come on over...there is plenty of jobs for everyone!
until next time.....MOM
Thursday, June 08, 2006
I thought, I thought and then I thought some more......
I tried and tried to come up with just that something special that would just kind of sum up the thoughts that Kurtis and I had regarding the last two weeks activity in our lives. We lost Kurtis's mother to cancer, we adopted a nice new little puppy and Jessica and Rob have given us a beautiful new grand-daughter.....then it came to me.....I really don't need to say anything......I'm just going to post the pictures I took of Kurtis out on the back porch this evening. I think they speak for themselves quite well. He informed me that he never had the occasion to smoke a good cigar after the birth of a baby before...and by god is was just now the right time to do it. I guess I couldn't argue too much, even though I find it disqusting..maybe he has been through just about enough that he can do as he pleases. I did however, have to remove the small little dog from his arms before she was asphixiated......
Until next time......MOM (Grandma)
I tried and tried to come up with just that something special that would just kind of sum up the thoughts that Kurtis and I had regarding the last two weeks activity in our lives. We lost Kurtis's mother to cancer, we adopted a nice new little puppy and Jessica and Rob have given us a beautiful new grand-daughter.....then it came to me.....I really don't need to say anything......I'm just going to post the pictures I took of Kurtis out on the back porch this evening. I think they speak for themselves quite well. He informed me that he never had the occasion to smoke a good cigar after the birth of a baby before...and by god is was just now the right time to do it. I guess I couldn't argue too much, even though I find it disqusting..maybe he has been through just about enough that he can do as he pleases. I did however, have to remove the small little dog from his arms before she was asphixiated......
Until next time......MOM (Grandma)
Wednesday, June 07, 2006
ELISABETH ANNE YOUNG..(ELLIE) .....7LBS 4.8 OZ ..20 INCHES BORN 6:28P.M. 6.06.06
It is official..I am a grandma! I have to tell ya, as nervous as I was about getting that title....I'm standing proud today! We have set a new record at the Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines! I spent some time this morning interviewing several nurses and staff that work there, and the concensus from the information I gathered there is that Ellie is by far the cutest baby they have ever delivered there!! It's true! I really did ask...I just said "Isn't this by far the cutest baby you have seen here...and each and every one answered "Yep, she sure is!" So there you have it.
I would also like to put in a good word for my brave little girl Jessica..through all of this she held right in there and didn't lose her composure, and she did much better than I did when the doctor announced he was taking the baby by C-section. I wasn't prepared for that and felt an overwhelming desire to tell the doctor "No, you just can't do that" Also, Kudo's for Rob, you were a trooper and what every pregnant wife hopes their husband will be...thanks for taking care of my Jess...through thick and thin!
Now, from a proud grandma to her loyal Blog audience...here are some Ellie and family pictures!
It is official..I am a grandma! I have to tell ya, as nervous as I was about getting that title....I'm standing proud today! We have set a new record at the Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines! I spent some time this morning interviewing several nurses and staff that work there, and the concensus from the information I gathered there is that Ellie is by far the cutest baby they have ever delivered there!! It's true! I really did ask...I just said "Isn't this by far the cutest baby you have seen here...and each and every one answered "Yep, she sure is!" So there you have it.
I would also like to put in a good word for my brave little girl Jessica..through all of this she held right in there and didn't lose her composure, and she did much better than I did when the doctor announced he was taking the baby by C-section. I wasn't prepared for that and felt an overwhelming desire to tell the doctor "No, you just can't do that" Also, Kudo's for Rob, you were a trooper and what every pregnant wife hopes their husband will be...thanks for taking care of my Jess...through thick and thin!
Now, from a proud grandma to her loyal Blog audience...here are some Ellie and family pictures!
Sunday, June 04, 2006
On to happier times.........a new puppy..a new grand-daughter and images of summer!
It's always hard to lose a loved one, but I do feel that their passing is a reminder of just how precious life really is. Life is meant to be lived and enjoyed every minute, and you can't take one moment for granted. So, my blog to today is a celebration of good things, summer and great times to come!
I really don't know how I could be any more lucky than I am these days (sorry guys out there but this could get a bit mushy for a moment) Except for a few aches and pains (well maybe a little more than a few) I really do have the world to my advantage. I love where I live, who I'm married to and the life style I'm living! It's summer-time and the freshly mowed hay is intoxicating! You have to be a farm girl to appreciate it!
I have most all of my spring planting done, and will be finishing up today, I will have some pictures soon of my projects.
Tuesday we travel to Des Moines to assist in the project of brining our first grand-daughter into the world. I am both nervous, excited and concerned all rolled into one. It's a delicate balance between wanting to be there for every moment.....and yet making sure we don't in any way interfere with the private moments Rob and Jessica need to have and experience. I also want to make sure I'm out of throwing distance when Jessica decides she has had enough and begins to fling inantimate objects across the room.....she does have a bit of her mother's temperment..and childbirth can bring out the worst at times...haha! But, I'm very anxious to meet Ellie and can't wait.
So, in the meantime, before Ellie makes her appearance, Kurtis and I have adopted out own new little one......yes, I know I'm crazy, but, we did. Her name is Millie and she's a 9 wk old Corgi. She came from Riverdale which is by Bettendorf..and we just love her already. She came from a litter of 7 brothers and sisters so we did have a little crying last night, but it only lasted about 10 minutes and was over. I have already made arrangements with Grandma Lynch to baby sit Tuesday night when we are in Des Moines.....I hope Lucy doesn't take it too badly.
So, as you can see we have a busy week ahead of us....but full of excitement and fun...and afterall that is what life is all about!!
Until next time.......MOM
It's always hard to lose a loved one, but I do feel that their passing is a reminder of just how precious life really is. Life is meant to be lived and enjoyed every minute, and you can't take one moment for granted. So, my blog to today is a celebration of good things, summer and great times to come!
I really don't know how I could be any more lucky than I am these days (sorry guys out there but this could get a bit mushy for a moment) Except for a few aches and pains (well maybe a little more than a few) I really do have the world to my advantage. I love where I live, who I'm married to and the life style I'm living! It's summer-time and the freshly mowed hay is intoxicating! You have to be a farm girl to appreciate it!
I have most all of my spring planting done, and will be finishing up today, I will have some pictures soon of my projects.
Tuesday we travel to Des Moines to assist in the project of brining our first grand-daughter into the world. I am both nervous, excited and concerned all rolled into one. It's a delicate balance between wanting to be there for every moment.....and yet making sure we don't in any way interfere with the private moments Rob and Jessica need to have and experience. I also want to make sure I'm out of throwing distance when Jessica decides she has had enough and begins to fling inantimate objects across the room.....she does have a bit of her mother's temperment..and childbirth can bring out the worst at times...haha! But, I'm very anxious to meet Ellie and can't wait.
So, in the meantime, before Ellie makes her appearance, Kurtis and I have adopted out own new little one......yes, I know I'm crazy, but, we did. Her name is Millie and she's a 9 wk old Corgi. She came from Riverdale which is by Bettendorf..and we just love her already. She came from a litter of 7 brothers and sisters so we did have a little crying last night, but it only lasted about 10 minutes and was over. I have already made arrangements with Grandma Lynch to baby sit Tuesday night when we are in Des Moines.....I hope Lucy doesn't take it too badly.
So, as you can see we have a busy week ahead of us....but full of excitement and fun...and afterall that is what life is all about!!
Until next time.......MOM
Monday, May 29, 2006
It's 11:00 p.m. and I can't sleep...
I'm having one of those evenings when I can't seem to shut off the thought process and go to sleep so I'm doing the next best thing....1.) I paid my bills (that just may lead to nightmares! and 2) I decided to update my much neglected blog.
Life around here has been in a bit of turmoil. Since returning from Des Moines last weekend from our great camping trip...things have deteriorated. Dorothy Voparil passed away on Saturday, May 27th at 1:30 in the afternoon. The whole situation seems kind of surreal. We all suspected Richard to continue to have health problems and that we would be dealing with his situation in the near future, but Dorothy since receiving the news that she had 3 months to live, took an immediate dive and only made about one month, advanced melanoma is a wicked and quick acting cancer and it proved its power with Dorothy. I took lunch over on Saturday for Kurtis sisters and the hospice volunteer about 11:30 and she passed away two hours later. The good news is that with this cancer which is very painful at least she did not have to suffer long. Kurtis and his sisters made the final arrangements today with Brosh Funeral home in Solon. Her visitation is from 5-8 Tuesday afternoon and a funeral at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday.
So far Kurtis has coped with the situation quite well, but the next hurdle will be trying to figure out the best course of action for Richard who at this time is determined to stay home. Not a good decision, but I guess you resolve one problem at a time.
For a bright spot..I have been trying to keep busy with my planting despite the horrific hot weather!! Where the heck did spring go?? Last week I needed a sweatshirt when we were camping, now I can't stand being outside for a extended amount of time for the heat! Iowa definately has a mind of its own. I waited till almost dark tonight to get some more things in the ground, but then it was a survival battle with the mosquitos! I can't win!
Hopefully my next blog will be a little more light-hearted....AFter all we are all holding our breath waiting for the arrival of little Ellie also, we definately need a bright happy occasion around here......just hold on a few more days Jess!!
until next time....MOM
I'm having one of those evenings when I can't seem to shut off the thought process and go to sleep so I'm doing the next best thing....1.) I paid my bills (that just may lead to nightmares! and 2) I decided to update my much neglected blog.
Life around here has been in a bit of turmoil. Since returning from Des Moines last weekend from our great camping trip...things have deteriorated. Dorothy Voparil passed away on Saturday, May 27th at 1:30 in the afternoon. The whole situation seems kind of surreal. We all suspected Richard to continue to have health problems and that we would be dealing with his situation in the near future, but Dorothy since receiving the news that she had 3 months to live, took an immediate dive and only made about one month, advanced melanoma is a wicked and quick acting cancer and it proved its power with Dorothy. I took lunch over on Saturday for Kurtis sisters and the hospice volunteer about 11:30 and she passed away two hours later. The good news is that with this cancer which is very painful at least she did not have to suffer long. Kurtis and his sisters made the final arrangements today with Brosh Funeral home in Solon. Her visitation is from 5-8 Tuesday afternoon and a funeral at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday.
So far Kurtis has coped with the situation quite well, but the next hurdle will be trying to figure out the best course of action for Richard who at this time is determined to stay home. Not a good decision, but I guess you resolve one problem at a time.
For a bright spot..I have been trying to keep busy with my planting despite the horrific hot weather!! Where the heck did spring go?? Last week I needed a sweatshirt when we were camping, now I can't stand being outside for a extended amount of time for the heat! Iowa definately has a mind of its own. I waited till almost dark tonight to get some more things in the ground, but then it was a survival battle with the mosquitos! I can't win!
Hopefully my next blog will be a little more light-hearted....AFter all we are all holding our breath waiting for the arrival of little Ellie also, we definately need a bright happy occasion around here......just hold on a few more days Jess!!
until next time....MOM
Sunday, May 21, 2006
There's no place like home.....
We are back home after our wild camping adventure in Des Moines. We had a wonderful time and everything worked great in the new camper.
We had lot of cook-put and good food. The youngs joined us on Thursday night and provided good camp fire wood. I guess we are lucky Larry took on trimming his neighbors trees, their loss is our gain.
Saturday night everyone came out including Uncle Dave and Aunt Linda from Carroll. We had a realy feast including BBQ Pork Chops, Brats and Weiners. Everyone chipped in on food and needless to say, there was no shortage.
Its Sunday evening and I am very ready to head off to bed, will try to post some camping pictures later.
Until next time....MOM
We are back home after our wild camping adventure in Des Moines. We had a wonderful time and everything worked great in the new camper.
We had lot of cook-put and good food. The youngs joined us on Thursday night and provided good camp fire wood. I guess we are lucky Larry took on trimming his neighbors trees, their loss is our gain.
Saturday night everyone came out including Uncle Dave and Aunt Linda from Carroll. We had a realy feast including BBQ Pork Chops, Brats and Weiners. Everyone chipped in on food and needless to say, there was no shortage.
Its Sunday evening and I am very ready to head off to bed, will try to post some camping pictures later.
Until next time....MOM
Sunday, May 14, 2006
It's MOTHERS day and I'm one lucky Mother......
That really didnt quite sound right did it?? Well, you know what I mean. Today is Mothers day and again its raining, cold and dark outside...seems to be a pattern now, and is very depressing....but no concern..I have a beautiful bouquet of roses and a beautiful card from my little girls...and that is all the cheer I need to get me through. I really am a very lucky mom, I can't imagine life without keeping up on my two girls on a daily basis...I'm always glad to hear from them and anxiously awaiting to hear what news they have. Now, with Jessica about to deliver her own little girl......the pay back time has arrived.......just kidding!!! It will be a blessing beyond compare!
Well, I made it through my conference yesterday..After 6 months in the planning, things came off with a bang!! We had about 40 attendees from all over Iowa...the speakers were great, and even the wildflower walk was ok despite the rain and cold. It's so depressing to watch 30 men and ladies with at least 20 years age beyond mine out walking me with such enthusiam.....oh well, who cares! Maybe when I get that age I'll get a new lease on life too....yeah right!
So now its on to "Camping preparedness!!!". I had planned to spend much of today loading and organizing my camper for the big trip Thursday to Des Moines......but it just doesnt seem as much fun to work in a camper with the furnace running! So, instead its to the laundry and cleaning house instead...bummer!
Until next time......Thank you little girls and Happy Mothers Day!!!
That really didnt quite sound right did it?? Well, you know what I mean. Today is Mothers day and again its raining, cold and dark outside...seems to be a pattern now, and is very depressing....but no concern..I have a beautiful bouquet of roses and a beautiful card from my little girls...and that is all the cheer I need to get me through. I really am a very lucky mom, I can't imagine life without keeping up on my two girls on a daily basis...I'm always glad to hear from them and anxiously awaiting to hear what news they have. Now, with Jessica about to deliver her own little girl......the pay back time has arrived.......just kidding!!! It will be a blessing beyond compare!
Well, I made it through my conference yesterday..After 6 months in the planning, things came off with a bang!! We had about 40 attendees from all over Iowa...the speakers were great, and even the wildflower walk was ok despite the rain and cold. It's so depressing to watch 30 men and ladies with at least 20 years age beyond mine out walking me with such enthusiam.....oh well, who cares! Maybe when I get that age I'll get a new lease on life too....yeah right!
So now its on to "Camping preparedness!!!". I had planned to spend much of today loading and organizing my camper for the big trip Thursday to Des Moines......but it just doesnt seem as much fun to work in a camper with the furnace running! So, instead its to the laundry and cleaning house instead...bummer!
Until next time......Thank you little girls and Happy Mothers Day!!!
Friday, May 12, 2006
The "Call of the Wild" has been answered! We won't stave this winter.....
I guess I should show more respect to my "provider" in this sacred farm family unit. My gallant husband went out this evening and shot a huge big Tom turkey that he has been keeping an eye on for the past month....the ole boy finally made a bad judgement mistake and fell to the shot of Kurts shotgun.... I know if I was a pioneer women, I would be so proud that we would be eating so well for days to come, there would be beautiful feathers for home decorating....but all I could do was shout out the kitchen window "Don't you dare get any of that turkey blood on my new patio!!!!!" I had to shout from the window because I didn't want to see the gruesome undertaking Kurtis had already started! I'm sorry, I'm afraid I fail Pioneer lifestyle miserably.
Until next time.....MOM
I guess I should show more respect to my "provider" in this sacred farm family unit. My gallant husband went out this evening and shot a huge big Tom turkey that he has been keeping an eye on for the past month....the ole boy finally made a bad judgement mistake and fell to the shot of Kurts shotgun.... I know if I was a pioneer women, I would be so proud that we would be eating so well for days to come, there would be beautiful feathers for home decorating....but all I could do was shout out the kitchen window "Don't you dare get any of that turkey blood on my new patio!!!!!" I had to shout from the window because I didn't want to see the gruesome undertaking Kurtis had already started! I'm sorry, I'm afraid I fail Pioneer lifestyle miserably.
Until next time.....MOM
Tuesday, May 09, 2006
Thank you Lord for sparing me this time and allowing me one more day on this precious planet earth......
Hmmm...sounds a bit "Born again" huh? Well, I had one of those "wake up moments" on my way home from Iowa City tonight....try not to laugh, but it was actually quite tramatic. So, I decide to stop in at Hy Vee on Dodge street on my way home from having a rather delightful meal with my Kurtis at HuHot. I just needed a couple of common staples at the local grocer...you know, the standards, like milk, butter.....and Blue Bunny Homestyle Ice Cream (get off my back, it's for Kurtis) I come out the door clutching my re-cyclable Hy Vee plastic bags laden with my purchases and notice about 4 cars, a couple of vans and a Iowa City police car in the middle of the parking lot and they are all stareing skyward and pointing. I really don't pay much attention thinking maybe a rare rapture hawk has made a nest in the big "V" of HyVee or something and I load my groceries and head off.
My phone goes off and I answer it...it is Kurtis. He tells me a tornado warning has just been issued for Newton road towards Solon and a funnel cloud is reported headed towards Morse. Oh, I said, maybe that explains the strange gawking at the clouds in the parking lot....after all, I really didnt think the damn rare hawk nested around here anyway. So, I thank him for his concern, and head out.
I cant help but notice there are also police officers pulled over at several spots on Dodge street, and there seems to be a rather large, ugly black cloud over towards the Morse area. So, I keep driving, and it gets darker and darker and darker......as I head into Morse the rains start, then the hail...and finally the winds. Cars are pulling over....but me??? Nope, just keep on trucking. As I begin the turn towards Father Benda's log home and the Voparil residence things start to get really nasty!! It is now raining so hard and blowing I can barely see.....so what do I do..pull over? Nope, may as well head for home......don't mind the fact that you just sighted Bobby Ratliff flying his helicopter over head......obviously searching desperately for that famous "Rotation" that no doubt gives Denny Frary an erection when it is reported!!! I have never seen more dedicated weather newsmen than the channel 9 guys....bless their hearts and that famous "TV9 Triple Doplar Radar with Future Cast!"
The good news is that I did make it home, I took on a few nasty hail stones and some high winds, but made it none the less. Oh, and by the way...what happen to my concerned husband????? I tried calling him back several times on my cell phone....no answer!! Well, I guess he took refuge somewhere around the St. Bridgets church....hunkered down and forget all about me!!!! Says he had no signal....his phone never rang. I could be hanging by my fat ass in some twisted oak tree for all he knew!!! But, it all turned out ok, and I'm glad. The milk is in the refrigerator and the ice cream in the freezer!
So, until next time....MOM
Hmmm...sounds a bit "Born again" huh? Well, I had one of those "wake up moments" on my way home from Iowa City tonight....try not to laugh, but it was actually quite tramatic. So, I decide to stop in at Hy Vee on Dodge street on my way home from having a rather delightful meal with my Kurtis at HuHot. I just needed a couple of common staples at the local grocer...you know, the standards, like milk, butter.....and Blue Bunny Homestyle Ice Cream (get off my back, it's for Kurtis) I come out the door clutching my re-cyclable Hy Vee plastic bags laden with my purchases and notice about 4 cars, a couple of vans and a Iowa City police car in the middle of the parking lot and they are all stareing skyward and pointing. I really don't pay much attention thinking maybe a rare rapture hawk has made a nest in the big "V" of HyVee or something and I load my groceries and head off.
My phone goes off and I answer it...it is Kurtis. He tells me a tornado warning has just been issued for Newton road towards Solon and a funnel cloud is reported headed towards Morse. Oh, I said, maybe that explains the strange gawking at the clouds in the parking lot....after all, I really didnt think the damn rare hawk nested around here anyway. So, I thank him for his concern, and head out.
I cant help but notice there are also police officers pulled over at several spots on Dodge street, and there seems to be a rather large, ugly black cloud over towards the Morse area. So, I keep driving, and it gets darker and darker and darker......as I head into Morse the rains start, then the hail...and finally the winds. Cars are pulling over....but me??? Nope, just keep on trucking. As I begin the turn towards Father Benda's log home and the Voparil residence things start to get really nasty!! It is now raining so hard and blowing I can barely see.....so what do I do..pull over? Nope, may as well head for home......don't mind the fact that you just sighted Bobby Ratliff flying his helicopter over head......obviously searching desperately for that famous "Rotation" that no doubt gives Denny Frary an erection when it is reported!!! I have never seen more dedicated weather newsmen than the channel 9 guys....bless their hearts and that famous "TV9 Triple Doplar Radar with Future Cast!"
The good news is that I did make it home, I took on a few nasty hail stones and some high winds, but made it none the less. Oh, and by the way...what happen to my concerned husband????? I tried calling him back several times on my cell phone....no answer!! Well, I guess he took refuge somewhere around the St. Bridgets church....hunkered down and forget all about me!!!! Says he had no signal....his phone never rang. I could be hanging by my fat ass in some twisted oak tree for all he knew!!! But, it all turned out ok, and I'm glad. The milk is in the refrigerator and the ice cream in the freezer!
So, until next time....MOM
Thursday, May 04, 2006
Time for the much awaited blog update.....
I have been so re-miss regarding my blog update duty.....and I'm afraid It may not get much better for awhile...you see I have been a very bad girl!! Its spring, the evenings are so beautiful and I'm just plain buried over my head with planting all the mass quantities of plants I have purchased! As usual.....way carried away!! I did a little quick calculating last night and figure I have approximately 240 holes to dig!!!! Thats more than any damn gopher would tackle!!!
Yesterday was supposed to be a VERY big day in my life....I was supposed to get my new patio and sidewalks poured! Yes, folks, that is a big deal to me! But, no..it threatened rain in the morning so my man said he can't pour cement in the rain.......yes, I understand, but by 10 it was clear as a bell and a nice day. I guess that's the way it goes in Iowa.
I spent most of the day attempting to get some things planted, but Kurtis tells me there is a forecast for possible frost Saturday morning again, so I'll hold back the more tender stuff...as if I would of gotten it all done anyway.
Kurtis and I took some time yesterday and went mushroom hunting...and with great success! We found several large batch's and have gone from mushroom poor to mushroom rich. I also have a slight belly ache today which I contribute to feasting on my first big helping! As with everything else, I over ate on them!
I also managed to go over to Father Benda's and take some pictures for him of his pond, he has some friends he wants to send pictures to and asked me if I would take some.....because I'm such a nice person, of course, I did. His pond really is spectacular! It has so much wildlife living there already, the frogs are deafening and the geese are so cute.
Well, not much more here, kind of tired and ready to head off to bed....I believe Kurtis is already there..I can tell by the sudden quietness downstairs and tell-tale flushing of the toilet......I'm sorry that is probably more than you cared to know.
Until next time.......MOM
I have been so re-miss regarding my blog update duty.....and I'm afraid It may not get much better for awhile...you see I have been a very bad girl!! Its spring, the evenings are so beautiful and I'm just plain buried over my head with planting all the mass quantities of plants I have purchased! As usual.....way carried away!! I did a little quick calculating last night and figure I have approximately 240 holes to dig!!!! Thats more than any damn gopher would tackle!!!
Yesterday was supposed to be a VERY big day in my life....I was supposed to get my new patio and sidewalks poured! Yes, folks, that is a big deal to me! But, no..it threatened rain in the morning so my man said he can't pour cement in the rain.......yes, I understand, but by 10 it was clear as a bell and a nice day. I guess that's the way it goes in Iowa.
I spent most of the day attempting to get some things planted, but Kurtis tells me there is a forecast for possible frost Saturday morning again, so I'll hold back the more tender stuff...as if I would of gotten it all done anyway.
Kurtis and I took some time yesterday and went mushroom hunting...and with great success! We found several large batch's and have gone from mushroom poor to mushroom rich. I also have a slight belly ache today which I contribute to feasting on my first big helping! As with everything else, I over ate on them!
I also managed to go over to Father Benda's and take some pictures for him of his pond, he has some friends he wants to send pictures to and asked me if I would take some.....because I'm such a nice person, of course, I did. His pond really is spectacular! It has so much wildlife living there already, the frogs are deafening and the geese are so cute.
Well, not much more here, kind of tired and ready to head off to bed....I believe Kurtis is already there..I can tell by the sudden quietness downstairs and tell-tale flushing of the toilet......I'm sorry that is probably more than you cared to know.
Until next time.......MOM
Sunday, April 30, 2006
Rain Rain Rain.....Rain Rain Rain.........wind, cold, and more Rain!!!!
We made plans all week for a very special greenhouse shopping weekend! We anxiously awaited the work week to end, and to finally head to the big city for our traditional special day out......and then, the rains came, and they came and they came and they stayed all frickin' weekend long! We got soaked! Did we use any common sense and maybe post-pone our adventures for another weekend??? NO! We forged ahead. I have never gotten so wet and so wind blown while grabbing for another pot of 4" perennials!! But, all in all it was fun! We tried our best to visit all known locations in the greater eastern Iowa area.
Now, here I sit on the couch, with the rain hitting against the window again, but quite snug and dry...just thinking "Where in the hell am I going to put all that stuff!!!" I think, the way I have it calculated, I have about 167 holes to dig!!!
So, I dont have much else to report.....but will keep you updated as I plant .. and plant....and plant.....and plant!!!
Until next time....MOM
We made plans all week for a very special greenhouse shopping weekend! We anxiously awaited the work week to end, and to finally head to the big city for our traditional special day out......and then, the rains came, and they came and they came and they stayed all frickin' weekend long! We got soaked! Did we use any common sense and maybe post-pone our adventures for another weekend??? NO! We forged ahead. I have never gotten so wet and so wind blown while grabbing for another pot of 4" perennials!! But, all in all it was fun! We tried our best to visit all known locations in the greater eastern Iowa area.
Now, here I sit on the couch, with the rain hitting against the window again, but quite snug and dry...just thinking "Where in the hell am I going to put all that stuff!!!" I think, the way I have it calculated, I have about 167 holes to dig!!!
So, I dont have much else to report.....but will keep you updated as I plant .. and plant....and plant.....and plant!!!
Until next time....MOM
Wednesday, April 26, 2006
I know, I know, I know...I have been a very bad Blogger....
The problem is, that when I do an update, I think I have to do pictures and stuff and it can be very time consuming..especially if the uploads take forever, so I tend to not get to it until I think I have some free time, and that is a challenge in itself.
So, all has been well. I had a wonderful weekend in Des Moines at Jessica's baby shower. We had somewhere around 26 ladies there, lots of good food and all the cute baby stuff you could stand!! Jennifer did a fabulous job on the name tags and games, and I think everyone had a really nice time! Jessica is so lucky to have so many friends and relatives interested in bringing that little baby into the world! Rob's grandma made a beautiful quilt and is in the process of hand crocheting a outfit! I'm always a bit jealous of grandparents, as I never had that pleasure when I was a kid. I remember there was one kid in school (I wont mention any names) that I really dis-liked because every monday here she would come with all the neat "grandma" gifts to rub in my nose.....apparently I could be a snotty in my younger days too...haha!!
So, Sunday was just beautiful outside and I spent the day working around the yard and mowing. I got brave and started putting out things that I probably shouldn't have since we did get a frost last night. Mom came out with Lucy and we took a mule ride back to see the ponds. I think Lucy enjoyed the ride more than mom...I noticed her clutching for the dashboard periodically (kind of reminded me of when I used to drive with her on Interstate 80 when I was in high school), but we had fun. The bachelor britches are all in bloom in the timber.
Things are really in high gear in the greenhouse. The bulbs Marsha and I brought back from Chicago are up almost a foot or more now, Marsha even has a peony with buds on it already.
Well, it is finally warming up nicely outside, so think I will put my house work on hold again and go do some digging in the dirt!! Surely, there will be no more cold weather,,,right??
Until next time....MOM
The problem is, that when I do an update, I think I have to do pictures and stuff and it can be very time consuming..especially if the uploads take forever, so I tend to not get to it until I think I have some free time, and that is a challenge in itself.
So, all has been well. I had a wonderful weekend in Des Moines at Jessica's baby shower. We had somewhere around 26 ladies there, lots of good food and all the cute baby stuff you could stand!! Jennifer did a fabulous job on the name tags and games, and I think everyone had a really nice time! Jessica is so lucky to have so many friends and relatives interested in bringing that little baby into the world! Rob's grandma made a beautiful quilt and is in the process of hand crocheting a outfit! I'm always a bit jealous of grandparents, as I never had that pleasure when I was a kid. I remember there was one kid in school (I wont mention any names) that I really dis-liked because every monday here she would come with all the neat "grandma" gifts to rub in my nose.....apparently I could be a snotty in my younger days too...haha!!
So, Sunday was just beautiful outside and I spent the day working around the yard and mowing. I got brave and started putting out things that I probably shouldn't have since we did get a frost last night. Mom came out with Lucy and we took a mule ride back to see the ponds. I think Lucy enjoyed the ride more than mom...I noticed her clutching for the dashboard periodically (kind of reminded me of when I used to drive with her on Interstate 80 when I was in high school), but we had fun. The bachelor britches are all in bloom in the timber.
Things are really in high gear in the greenhouse. The bulbs Marsha and I brought back from Chicago are up almost a foot or more now, Marsha even has a peony with buds on it already.
Well, it is finally warming up nicely outside, so think I will put my house work on hold again and go do some digging in the dirt!! Surely, there will be no more cold weather,,,right??
Until next time....MOM
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