The next big idea....

The girls and I have been talking about making some sock puppets. Never did this before, but like I tell them -"How hard can it be, Let's do it" Hayli and Kylie are both very artistic. We will show pics of our final creations. Any comments or suggestions would be welcomed.

Kelli

Our family gathered today at Acention Cemetery for an interment service for Kelli.

I still miss her deeply, and sometimes the feelings overwhelm me. My only consulation is Hope. Hope that someday I will be reunited with her and all my loved ones.

Kelli - I miss laughing with you and our daily calls.

Cup of Friendship

Joan came yesterday and we drank coffee. What a wonderful visit filled with sharing and insights. We did not solve any problems of this world, but the sharing was great. It helped me out of the pig funk I was going through (see previous blog). Thanks Joan!

Kylie will be here soon. I'm not sure what we will do today around the house, but with Ms Kylie it will be an adventure.

Hhmm Good Day - Bad Day

....depends on whether you are the dinasaur or the pig. And some days you get to experience it all. Today I want to be the pig Hehe!

Click to see http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lleQl8Qm2bo&feature=related

Sense of Fall

The sense of fall is creeping in all around us. I look forward to seeing the brilliance of fall. Smelling the wood burning. Drinking coffee on the patio in my old snuggly pink holey sweatshirt. Although I will miss the passing of summer and all it brought to life, I will welcome the coming fall with anticipation of life's circle.

My Brother, Kurt

I am so proud of my brother Kurt. Not only a wonderful brother, attentive Husband and father, but is now Senior Director. Kurt - Congratulations on your new job. We are so proud of you. Below is his pic and bio. Kurt Ashpole Senior Director, Training Kurt Ashpole manages the training programs at all Paragon Systems locations. He also oversees the training cadre of over 20 instructors who conduct training at Paragon's various locations.Mr. Ashpole is a retired United States Marine, where he served in the Infantry, Security Forces, and numerous Instructor billets. He brings over 25 years of experience leading and managing training programs and instructor development.

First Day of School

Hayli attened her first day in the 1st grade. I asked what her favorite part of the day was, and she said the red popsickle she had as a treat. She is our little social butterfly, and was thrilled to see all her old friends. We received a detailed report on the bus driver. He is old and wears a hearing aid. He is bald but shaves his head. When we asked her why she thought he was old, she said he has pimples all over his face. I told her he was probably a teenager who listens to his car radio too loud and cannot hear anymore. And the lesson I was teaching - 1 Do not listen to loud music 2 Wah your face 3 If you do not want to wash your hair -shave it off. 4 Finish school or you could end up driving a school bus as the kids discuss your lot in life.

Olivia Breig

Olivia Breig always brings wonderful loving feelings to my heart. She was the most Christ-like person I ever met. I miss her calls and letters. Like most grandmas, she was a grand cook. We still remember her fondly when we make "Chicken Popikash" or "Snickerdoodles" Today, in memory of her, we are making Snickerdoodles with the girls. If you decide to make some Snickerdoodles, raise a glass of milk to this wonderful German Grandma.

Good Morning.

Early to bed (8:35pm) and had dreams of little visitors during the night.

Jason lost power last night and they came over about 10:15pm to spend the night. I woke up just in time to get lots of hugs and kisses before going back to bed.

Joe took the above pic one evening on his way home from fishing. He stood on the bridge by the "Keeper of the Plains". The white dots below the horizon are not UFO's just car lights.

I love Kansas. I will put up with the Kansas winds. The rest is awesome.

Hey Good Lookin - What's Cookin!

Our morning started off with "Party Princess Kylie" feasting on Pawpaw's famous Pumpkin Waffles and sausage. (double click to see this party hat close up)

Kylie has a new Webkinz Jr buddy to help with potty training. Her monkey's name is Frosa. If Kylie does not make it to the potty - Frosa goes up on a shelf. We finally found Kylie's button. Thanks Webkinz Jr.

The girls made a chocolate cake today. Can you guess who licked the bowl and spoon?

We had a big laugh over the following video of a dog and his bone.

Contagious X2

Joe took these pics of blooms from our mint plant. (Mom's flower pics are contagious) Hayli was up close with this plant. (Hayli is not contagiuos, just the plant that got her)

Lisa 26

Happy 26th Birthday Lisa

26th Lisa Hayli and Kylie made their Mom a Rice Krispie Pie this morning all by themselves. They test tasted to make sure it was perfect. They bought her an electric mixer. The idea behind this gift is to make lots and lots of cookies. Dear Mommy, You are the bestest Mommy ever in the whole world. Love, Hayli & Kylie