Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Memphis Vacation


SKYLER WITH HIS "FAIRY GODMOTHERS"


Thought I would post some pics from last weeks activities! It was great showing off my new grandson and seeing everyone!!

SO DOES A BIG MARGARITA ON BEALE STREET
MAKE THE CAMERA SEE BLURRY TOO???


MOM'S FAVORITE PART-CHEERING THE
REDBIRDS ON TO VICTORY!!



GRANDMA AND SKYLER
I KNOW THERE HAS TO BE A WAY TO TURN THIS!




FOUR GENERATIONS STRONG!!!






























Thursday, June 11, 2009

From Kansas City to Jonesboro-Memphis

We leave tomorrow with Grandma and Grandpa for Jonesboro where we'll finally get to meet the newest member of the family. It was a very short work week for us since we didn't get back from Kansas City until Monday. However, we did get quite a bit accomplished. The new Smart Board is now up and running in my classroom and Dale and I are having so much fun discovering all the different things that can be done with it!! (For those who don't know what a Smart Board is, it's an interactive board where a person becomes the mouse---anything on the computer can be projected on the board--it also has the capability of giving a 3D affect to items--along with showing movies and TV programs.) I've also finished cleaning two thirds of my classroom now that the teachers have gone. I still have next year's supply order to make up and place, help interview three prospective teachers, and clear a space for our new art teacher. Then, I think I'm done for the summer. Dale is helping me clean when he's not busy with his computer lab, setting up programs for teachers, and assisting in tech ways--another words he's as busy as I am at school!
We had a great time in Kansas City. Chris gave Grandma a perm and pedicure while Grandpa, Dale and I went to some flea markets. Chris had recommended two for us--one was VERY yucky and I won't be going back--too junky for me, but the men thought it was just fine! The other is a terrific place that has over 300 vendors. Grandpa didn't think he'd be able to go through it all, but he did and even went back for a second look later in the day!!! We all found treasures to take home and are looking forward to stopping by next time we get to KC!!
Now we move on to Jonesboro--Grandpa has a special place he wants to take us to--even more treasures to look for. We're looking forward to our visit with Susan in Memphis. Chris and Tony will be joining us for a couple of "extra" days--we have tickets to take Grandma to see the Cardinals play (Farm Team) on Monday night and are going to play "tourist" and visit some of the other sites of the city. We'll travel home on Wednesday--Grandma and Grandpa's 60th wedding anniversary day. There's something for all of us to be proud of!!!!
We're also looking forward to our visit with David, Monte and wife. It'll be nice to see all of them.
Hope everyone else has a great weekend planned! Wish we could all be together. Loves and Kisses.

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Jersey Update

Just heard from Jess, she found Jersey this morning. All is well!

My Turn

Not a whole lot new around here. Busy trying to get a garage sale together and organizing the house. Not so much fun. Went to watch Brady play in his first game under the lights. They did very well before the lights started messing with their fielding. They ended up losing, but was very impressed with them. The zoo is good too. My focus this summer is with the Sea Lion and Penguins. We have 2 baby penguins this year and boy are they CUTE! Although, they are starting to get brave and are out of the box a lot, which is not cool when trying to clean in there. I can't count the number of times I had to pick them up and put them back in their nesting box. Hmm, so summer plans. Don't have many. Heading to Jonesboro this weekend for Skyler's baptism, which I guess will count as a mini-vacation for me. Having a garage sale either next weekend or the following one. Trying to talk my brother in to coming up to visit over the 4th of July (Bry, I'll buy dinner at the BBQ place or Texas Roadhouse). Going to the NASCAR Nationwide race on the first weekend of August and the Truck race in September. No vacations planned otherwise, we took our's early. I probably will spend a long weekend in Quincy sometime and Mom amd Dad will be up sometime too. Anway, gots to get back to work. Love you all!

Monday, June 8, 2009

Hmm...




Ok I know we're all super busy... Ok well I will start the convo's going....
It has been almost a week now that Jessica's dog, Jersey has been missing. She is hanging out between the Blessing Hospital parking lot and McNay near the river. I tried to help out on Friday searching with Jess and Moe, but not much luck. Say your prayers for her safe return.
Memorial day weekend Bryan and I purchased a new set of leather furniture. It's super comfy! Can't wait to host again...
Our pineapple plant is growing larger by the day as well. Skye is doing well in agility training class. The teacher is going to look into having us enter a novice competition in July. She's come a long way!!
Does anyone have plans for the summer? Any family vacations? Special events?
Sherry and Dale, Bryan and I, are all going up to Chicago for the weekend of the 20th for Bryan's 30th birthday. Make sure ot send those pink flamingo cards to him... he loves those! LoL jk
We're taking a family vacation up to my dad's lakehome in August. We'll be staying at the lake, fishing, boating, and just relaxing. Can't wait!!!!
Hope everyone is doing well. And Sorry that we'll be missing the Baptism for little Skyler. I hope all goes well and pictures get posted!! =o)
Nikki