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

Gardens, Gardens, Gardens as far as the eye could see.....

Isnt this the most fabulous color for a holly hock. The gardens were full of them.

Here they are.....Mr and Mrs Ryan Lynch...note the two proud parents in the background!

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

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

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!!!

Here is Steve with one of his many friends, please note how the friend seems to be going along...not to call attention to the severity of this paticular on-set of in-appropriate public behavior. As a matter of fact, this friend, known as G-Brick seems to be enjoying himself!