There's NOTHING more important than loved ones!

Megs and I went to Buffalo, Wyoming today to attend a funeral of a lifelong friend of my folks. Yes, it was sad, but "Tex" had a wonderful life with lots of kids and grandkids who loved her dearly. It was also good to see her family and other family friends. And even though our time was short, I had some real quality time with my family.

Here's Megs...it's ALWAYS good to spend some time with your daughter! I love and appreciate her so much.
After the service, my sister, Jolene and her BF Gary, Megs and I went for pie and coffee. This was before I dumped the whole cup of coffee on Gary's lap. (I was just reaching for the check!)
After the visit, we stopped at my cousin Bonnie's house. Here's a great shot of her and my VERY precious Aunt Lenora whom I love dearly!
It was a day to celebrate a wonderful woman's life who is not at rest. And it was a day to be with my family.

And tomorrow is FRIDAY! WOOHOO!

Taco Tuesday

but I think I'll make meatloaf, mashed tators and steamed broccoli tonight.

What are you cookin'?

Happy 27th Birthday, Ed!

I have loved watching you grow and turn into such a nice young man. I adore your sense of humor, love for the outdoors and your lifestyle! Have a wonderful day!










So dang cute!

Life Is Good

So why am I up at 5 on Saturday morning? It's an hour earlier then when I have to drag myself up during the week. But the coffee is brewing and the dishwasher is humming and I'm wide awake.

Today, despite the snow/roads/traffic, Michelle, Megs and I are going shopping for a special day, June 12th! Michelle is looking for a Tierra, shoes and earrings, Megs is looking for a Maid of Honor dress and I'll be looking for a MOTHER OF THE BRIDE dress :o) Oh yeah, and Michelle will be ordering her WEDDING dress, as well!

And IF I would have gotten my butt in gear and got a Christmas letter out, here's our most recent family picture!

As I said, LIFE IS GOOD!

Chewed UP and SPit OUT!

Yesterday was a difficult one. But today I am looking forward to the challenge!

Make it a good day! :o)

Why Do You Blog?

Originally, the blog was the first internet interaction I had with others...with the potential of meeting new and exciting friends. 5 years later, it seems like I'm not putting quite as much heart and soul into it because I'm often visiting with my family and friends on FaceBook. So I posed the question about whether or not I should continue blogging and a very wise woman asked, "Depends on why you write."

Why do I write? It's an act of allowing my thoughts down on paper. Not much is really intellectual or profound, most is simply from my heart. So why would I quit blogging? It might not be as often, as long or as pictured, but i will always continue to put down my thoughts. It's my journal. And I think it is important for all of us to journal. It is who we are and I think it is pertinent to lay down thoughts and feelings of life's events.

Besides, what would you do if you couldn't see pictures of my kitties and Gus Bob once in a while? Or MORE flower beds or mountain scenes from our float trips. The narration is just as important as the pictures and I think that the blog is a perfect outlet for that, not FB.

I need it. That's why I write, that's why I blog. I need to let out what is on my heart and in my mind. You?

This weekend

we are headed to the Madison river to camp and THIS place to soak in the hot springs. Hopefully we will get to do some snow snowshoeing or hiking, as well!



Since I joined Facebook, the blogging world has faded a bit. Should I continue or just hang it up?

Today...

Your horoscope for January 13, 2010
Find your strength from within, ELLIE. There is a great deal of it tucked down in there, and more than likely, it will be ready to spew up like a volcano. Let your passion drive your engine today and you will be amazed at the incredible places you will go. Don't be afraid to take things to the extremes. More than likely, your fantastic good luck will pull you out of any sticky predicament you might find yourself. (cinnamon rolls?)

TACO TUESDAY!

Actually, the split pea soup is in the crock pot with onions and carrots :o) Swing Choir starts at 7:20, then lessons until 5:30. Hit the gym for a bit then home...Make it a good day, everyone!

Our Animals on a Lazy Sunday Morning!

Hmmm...

Fabulous Friday!

Things I thought this week:

• Oh what a web we weave...
• I love Rubye and AJ and Jolene and Lolly so much, even when they (RJ excluded) play pranks on me! (I know that's how much they love me!)
• Coldness describes more than the weather!
• Some things (people) never change.
  
• Uncle Bill is one of the sweetest people I know!
• I'm looking forward to this weekend...seeing my kids and Lisa!
• My blood sugar is down! WOOHOO!
• There is only one machine not being used at the gym???!!!
• I love giving my students essay exams!
• My kitties LOVE the wood stove.
• Is it 4:00 yet?
  

Whopper Wednesday

Glorious HUMP day! It's cold, I"m not back to the work groove yet, so I'd rather just whine about it and head back under the blankies, this morning. But instead, chin up and make it a good day! :o)

Have a good day back

of this New Year...New Decade!