We are thankful for so many things this year. Top of the list is being together with no fear of deployments in our future. We were very happy to have Dusty's boys (Ethan and D.J.) and Dyanne to share our turkey dinner.
Patience is not about how long someone can wait... It's about how well they behave while they wait.
~ unknown
~ unknown
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Happy Thanksgiving
We would like to wish everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving. May you all be blessed with happiness and health.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Under construction
Last summer we asked the kids to pick a "theme" for their rooms. Ben picked "construction". Below are the pictures of what we have done so far. There are still some things I want to do... hang the mirror, put up a new curtain, and there will be a mural on the wall along the bed that I am not going to start until after the holidays.
I learned a lot from this room so far. The biggest lesson is that I have no patience. I would attempt stripes again because I like the result... but I would try better than "the cheapest masking tape we could find", as it took awhile for me going back over the edges with a tiny brush.
The signs were fun to make. I used foam core board and the paint did make them warp slightly. That bothered me a bit, but I think they still look cute. I free handed them after looking up construction signs on the internet.
David thought of and found THE BEST lights. I really think they make the room.
The dresser turned out ok, but was more work than I thought it would be. It is an old cheap one painted black with silver to look like a tool chest. The book case was also a real old cheap one we had and just painted it black.
I learned a lot from this room so far. The biggest lesson is that I have no patience. I would attempt stripes again because I like the result... but I would try better than "the cheapest masking tape we could find", as it took awhile for me going back over the edges with a tiny brush.
The signs were fun to make. I used foam core board and the paint did make them warp slightly. That bothered me a bit, but I think they still look cute. I free handed them after looking up construction signs on the internet.
David thought of and found THE BEST lights. I really think they make the room.
The dresser turned out ok, but was more work than I thought it would be. It is an old cheap one painted black with silver to look like a tool chest. The book case was also a real old cheap one we had and just painted it black.
Monday, November 23, 2009
Burn baby burn
Sunday, November 22, 2009
He went there
We often use car travel time for conversations with our children. We had some things to do in the little towns yesterday so were in the car for a good amount of time.
One particular stop had the kids and I waiting in the truck while David ran into the store. Somehow we ended up discussing U.S. Presidents. I started naming them backwards from our current leader to see if I could remember all the ones that I had been around for. This impressed Myranda greatly... or just surprised her at how old I was. When David got back, I thought I should double check the order I had put them in so got him involved:
Me: "Clinton was between the two Bushes, right?"
Dave: "Of course!" (wicked grin)
Me: "..." OMG, LOL, "that's not what I meant!"
Kids: What, what, what did he say!?
Me: "how about some music?" (turns on the radio)
Sometimes I so feel like Gracie to his George.
One particular stop had the kids and I waiting in the truck while David ran into the store. Somehow we ended up discussing U.S. Presidents. I started naming them backwards from our current leader to see if I could remember all the ones that I had been around for. This impressed Myranda greatly... or just surprised her at how old I was. When David got back, I thought I should double check the order I had put them in so got him involved:
Me: "Clinton was between the two Bushes, right?"
Dave: "Of course!" (wicked grin)
Me: "..." OMG, LOL, "that's not what I meant!"
Kids: What, what, what did he say!?
Me: "how about some music?" (turns on the radio)
Sometimes I so feel like Gracie to his George.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
More of the white stuff.
Friday, November 13, 2009
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Blanket of clouds
This morning while we were enjoying some clear air and a bit of sun, you can see the valley below us is covered with a blanket of clouds. Thirty minutes after I took this photo, the fog had crept up to even obscure that ridge with the trees on the right.
Weatherman is saying we might have snow in the next couple of days.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Remembering our Veterans
"Previously... on Lost..."
Oh man. I can not wait to hear that lovely deep voice saying that again! How come it seems like FOREVER since the last season?!
I need my Lost fix.
I need my Lost fix.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
A room with a view
The room we have designated for computers and crafting is one of my favorite spots. One wall is pretty much all windows.
We think the mountain in the distance on the first photo is called White Mountain. It had indeed been white, before the temps jumped up enough to melt the snow. You can also see one of the shed/coops that are on our land.
In the second photo you can see another one of the old shed/coops. Also our woods there in the back.
David has said he would like to trim up these trees so we can see more of the view past the branches. I am looking forward to that, as the trees have been growing wild for several years and could really do with a pruning.
We think the mountain in the distance on the first photo is called White Mountain. It had indeed been white, before the temps jumped up enough to melt the snow. You can also see one of the shed/coops that are on our land.
In the second photo you can see another one of the old shed/coops. Also our woods there in the back.
David has said he would like to trim up these trees so we can see more of the view past the branches. I am looking forward to that, as the trees have been growing wild for several years and could really do with a pruning.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Monday, November 2, 2009
Cleaning out the camera
So now it's November, and David is officially out of the Army. I thought it was about time I go through the pictures from our trip here. I didn't get as many good shots as I had hoped of our stops, but you can be sure that we enjoyed seeing everyone we were able to meet up with.
We left Kansas as soon as we possibly could. Ready to get started on the new portion of our lives. I had a "Retired Army" hat hidden away for David and gave it to him just before we drove off of Fort Riley.
It took a couple of days to get to Vegas. Once there, we dove right into having some fun with friends and family. We got to visit Rosie and her guy, who is also named David.
...We also got to see Rodney.
...And Cathy.
...And Cathy's daughter Rachel. Myranda, Rachel and Ben had an awsome time "not getting too wet" at the park.
...The three musketeers.
...I think Ben's main goal was to make Rachel laugh as much as possible.
David's Uncle Roy treated us again to a great Barbeque at his place. We looove going over there because it always means we get to hear the VanGees sing again. We were not disapointed and as a bonus also got to play around with the equipment. Kylie and Randa sang several duets. And, though I don't have a picture of him at the mic, our nephew, Doug sang several awsome songs.
After Vegas we headed up to Salt Lake. Scott and Cody convoyed along with us and pulled a trailer full of "stuff". We got to stay with Emily and Jim. They fixed a wonderful meal which we devoured after some fun at the park with Paul and Mira. We had a great time and wish we could have stayed longer.
A day later we were up at the house and happy to see that everything seemed all right. Scott looked over the place with his trained eye and relieved some of our worries. Thanks, Scott! We really appreciate all the help with haulin the trailer and moving it all inside.
After Cody and Scott left for home, it was time to get busy getting some water hooked up to the house. Here are some pics of the yard before the well guys came.
We left Kansas as soon as we possibly could. Ready to get started on the new portion of our lives. I had a "Retired Army" hat hidden away for David and gave it to him just before we drove off of Fort Riley.
It took a couple of days to get to Vegas. Once there, we dove right into having some fun with friends and family. We got to visit Rosie and her guy, who is also named David.
...We also got to see Rodney.
...And Cathy.
...And Cathy's daughter Rachel. Myranda, Rachel and Ben had an awsome time "not getting too wet" at the park.
...The three musketeers.
...I think Ben's main goal was to make Rachel laugh as much as possible.
David's Uncle Roy treated us again to a great Barbeque at his place. We looove going over there because it always means we get to hear the VanGees sing again. We were not disapointed and as a bonus also got to play around with the equipment. Kylie and Randa sang several duets. And, though I don't have a picture of him at the mic, our nephew, Doug sang several awsome songs.
After Vegas we headed up to Salt Lake. Scott and Cody convoyed along with us and pulled a trailer full of "stuff". We got to stay with Emily and Jim. They fixed a wonderful meal which we devoured after some fun at the park with Paul and Mira. We had a great time and wish we could have stayed longer.
A day later we were up at the house and happy to see that everything seemed all right. Scott looked over the place with his trained eye and relieved some of our worries. Thanks, Scott! We really appreciate all the help with haulin the trailer and moving it all inside.
After Cody and Scott left for home, it was time to get busy getting some water hooked up to the house. Here are some pics of the yard before the well guys came.
.....Ahhhh yes, I think this will do. mmmmm
... Now, where was that pesky propane line buried?
...There it is, that yellow tube.... The guy was very careful and detailed with that digger, but I snapped this pic and then just couldn't watch any more. lol
... Here is the magic bullet, err pump.
A couple of weeks after all of that, the test results were back, and now we have the most awsome water for drinking, bathing, and everything else we used to take for granted.
.... ok, or we could use one of these. Not as much fun for me to watch, but faster.
... Now, where was that pesky propane line buried?
...There it is, that yellow tube.... The guy was very careful and detailed with that digger, but I snapped this pic and then just couldn't watch any more. lol
... Laying the pipes.
... Here is the magic bullet, err pump.
... And here is the control panel to make it work. Oh what a beautiful thing that is.
A couple of weeks after all of that, the test results were back, and now we have the most awsome water for drinking, bathing, and everything else we used to take for granted.
Once the water was connected and everyone got showers, it was time for the kids to get back into school. Here are some pics after their first day coming home on the bus. Are they happy because they had a great time, or because they didn't have to walk the half mile plus from the bus stop?
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