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 Good morning, my friends. We're one day closer to D-Day. As I'm writing, the sky is clearing and we're expecting some nice weather ahead for our final packing effort. Today I want to get out and pick a bucket of weeds. We're having a pre-trip war with the weeds, beating them back so the place doesn't disappear in a big tangle while we're gone. Mike will be out doing some spraying of the little "weed lawns" where the little sprouts are too numerous to pull up. As for my bucket, I'll be pulling ...

 Good morning, my friends. We're one day closer to D-Day. As I'm writing, the sky is clearing and we're expecting some nice weather ahead for our final packing effort. Today I want to get out and pick a bucket of weeds. We're having a pre-trip war with the weeds, beating them back so the place doesn't disappear in a big tangle while we're gone. Mike will be out doing some spraying of the little "weed lawns" where the little sprouts are too numerous to pull up. As for my bucket, I'll be pulling ...

Horrible picture I know. I took this late last night with two dogs on my lap and it was more important to “let a sleeping dog lie” than to get a good picture. I still have one brother’s name/DOB and DOD to add, I still have to finish the cartouche around his parents’ dates and...

 Yesterday was six months since I lost my beloved husband Robin, six months of trying to come to terms with my loss, and living my life without him.  Quite honestly, I had a miserable day, tearful and upset, and thinking back to that awful day.  Yes, I have lots of memories, lots of good times to reflect on, but I still look over to his empty chair and empty pillow and wish he was still here with me.  

Friends and family have been kind and supportive, and people often ask, "how are you?"  I wrote a poem recently to express ...

The kids were all home this weekend. Most of the grandkids were home too. We missed Buck’s kids Scotty, Lucy, and Lilly. Lucy had a ball game so they stayed with Lora and she played. So what was the reason everyone was home?? Kalissa had a 30th birthday party!! Can you believe my baby turned …

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On Sunday  I met my daughter Nicky for lunch at Viv's Kitchen at Sanson.  It was a rather cool rainy day, but no wind luckily for the drive up there, a 100km round trip.  Viv's Kitchen is very popular and has a 50's vibe.  The young waitresses are dressed in full skirts, and the cafe looks just like a version of Happy Days.  Where's the Foz?  We ordered lunch, and I couldn't go past a Southland Cheese Roll, delicious.  Viv's Kitchen is famous for their Cream Horns, not that I ordered one.  No, I ...

This morning, Debbie asked if I wanted to go to DB with her and go pick up the quilt from Colleen. I said sure. We got 75 extra points today at DB. So, I needed them. 

She picked me up and we headed out. Stopped at Colleen's (after DB), then to the museum for my check. We had a good chat with Colleen and the quilt was ready to give out. When we got to the museum, brother Chris called and wanted to talk about Lisa's passing. At least he called to tell me. I was being to ...

This morning, we headed to the casino and spend 5 hours there. We only spend $100 the whole time. Almost came home with that, but we were having fun. 

Came home and fixed supper. After the news and while watching TV, mom called. She was checking on us for the day. Then she asked if I knew that Lisa - my nephews wife - passed away today. I told her I didn't know. 

On Tuesday, we had the arrival of my niece's daughter. That was fun and photos were sent. They looked happy. I can't wait to go and ...

Good morning, my friends. Well, the rubber is about to hit the road here, both literally and figuratively. Time grows short. I had a moment of panic last night thinking about all I need to do between now and the day we leave on our trip. Then, as I've told a few of you, I talked myself back from the ledge by reminding myself that the truck can't leave without us. And, if I'm thinking straight, I know I have plenty of time. But the time is now. I need to get moving. 

Just before coming upstairs ...

Good morning, my friends. Well, the rubber is about to hit the road here, both literally and figuratively. Time grows short. I had a moment of panic last night thinking about all I need to do between now and the day we leave on our trip. Then, as I've told a few of you, I talked myself back from the ledge by reminding myself that the truck can't leave without us. And, if I'm thinking straight, I know I have plenty of time. But the time is now. I need to get moving. 

Just before coming upstairs ...

Good morning, my friends, and Happy Mother's Day to all who celebrate. We've had our morning pancakes already, and there are leftovers for dinner. I'm going to enjoy the rest of my day, "rest" being the operative word in that sentence. 

It was a very nice day yesterday. We had dinner with Erik and Mae to celebrate birthdays and mother's day. It was an enjoyable evening. I snapped this picture of a Bristly Locust tree growing in front of their house.

Good morning, my friends, and Happy Mother's Day to all who celebrate. We've had our morning pancakes already, and there are leftovers for dinner. I'm going to enjoy the rest of my day, "rest" being the operative word in that sentence. 

It was a very nice day yesterday. We had dinner with Erik and Mae to celebrate birthdays and mother's day. It was an enjoyable evening. I snapped this picture of a Bristly Locust tree growing in front of their house.

This morning, I tried to sleep in. Just couldn't. So, I was up and ready to play the war game today. It was kingdom against kingdom. Really boring though. That went on for a good 6 or 7 hours. I stopped after 5 hrs. 

Debbie stopped by to pick up the fabric she asked about. I gave it to her. After she left, I worked on getting the information on BE, so I could talk about it on Tuesday. I have a presentation to do for that. It's easy enough, I just need to research information and put ...

Good morning, my friends. It was a pretty easy-going day yesterday. When I started my walk on the treadmill yesterday, I was thinking I had one more walk left to finish off the documentary I was watching, Ken Burns' "The West." When I reached the end of Episode 7, it continued on to Episode 8! What?!? Okay, so I guess I'm not done yet. It'll encourage me to keep walking, I guess. It would be good to finish it before we leave.

So let's talk about what else is going on. I took the first stitches on ...

Good morning, my friends. It was a pretty easy-going day yesterday. When I started my walk on the treadmill yesterday, I was thinking I had one more walk left to finish off the documentary I was watching, Ken Burns' "The West." When I reached the end of Episode 7, it continued on to Episode 8! What?!? Okay, so I guess I'm not done yet. It'll encourage me to keep walking, I guess. It would be good to finish it before we leave.

So let's talk about what else is going on. I took the first stitches on ...

I have not been happy with the text with my dad’s name (nor the color). The color looks good in the basement at night with the lights but it’s way more periwinkle during the day so I’m ripping all that out. This morning when I woke up, the first thought that popped into my head...

Good morning, my friends. First, I must thank the many of you who stopped by to wish me a happy birthday. I don't think the day could have been any more perfect. Maybe if I'd won the lottery or something...but then I'd have to play the lottery. Also, what in the world would I do with all that money? Such a burden. So, yeah...perfect in every way possible. 

Mike made waffles for breakfast. And then I did the only sewing of the day, finishing off the first of three blocks for "S" is for Sew ...

Good morning, my friends. First, I must thank the many of you who stopped by to wish me a happy birthday. I don't think the day could have been any more perfect. Maybe if I'd won the lottery or something...but then I'd have to play the lottery. Also, what in the world would I do with all that money? Such a burden. So, yeah...perfect in every way possible. 

Mike made waffles for breakfast. And then I did the only sewing of the day, finishing off the first of three blocks for "S" is for Sew ...

Good morning, my friends, and happy Cinco de Mayo. Also, Happy Birthday to me. This morning I've been humming the lyrics to "When I was Seventeen..." (and dyslexic). It's going to be a good day. As I think I mentioned in yesterday's post, I'm meeting up with Matthew early this afternoon at the River View Cemetery. At my age, it's never too early to start planning. (Just kidding, of course.) We're actually on the hunt for the grave of Virgil Earp...you know...Wyatt's brother. He's buried near his daughter right here ...

Good morning, my friends, and happy Cinco de Mayo. Also, Happy Birthday to me. This morning I've been humming the lyrics to "When I was Seventeen..." (and dyslexic). It's going to be a good day. As I think I mentioned in yesterday's post, I'm meeting up with Matthew early this afternoon at the River View Cemetery. At my age, it's never too early to start planning. (Just kidding, of course.) We're actually on the hunt for the grave of Virgil Earp...you know...Wyatt's brother. He's buried near his daughter right here ...