Kai LOVE sledding in the white stuff. I think Ronny did too! Where's your sled?
This give's you a ideal how much snow we Got! That's off the roof we shoveled! And how much more fall!
We had a surprise visit from the Ross . That Jeff, Lori, Ron's sister, Jesse, Ben, Jaiden, Ronny, Kai and Monika Ben was up for a visit from Seattle . He looks like his DAD....
Saturday, January 24, 2009
OK Right. Some of these are from Christmas time but I just took them off my camera so I'm sharing. I LOVE the winter picture. It was a beautiful day.. Just VERY COLD Around ...5 degrees ...that day.
YES, I got my quilt Tied. Took it off yesterday Needed to, so Jared can get to his Room.
He WAS to come in Yesterday. But because of fog in Salt Lake his flight got cancel. Ron and I had a wonderful date night... We went to the RV Show at the Spokane Fair grounds. NO, we didn't come home with. Just fun to dream. Nothing to exciting. Mainly Trailers.. and not 5 wheels either.
Some day, down the road, we would like a Motor home... OR a bigger 5 wheel trailer with more slide out. Mainly the bedroom.
But not for a while. Still fun to look.
Way to much Walking and climbing steps. I was Wore out when we walk out. Only 3 hours to look at them all...
Then Had a nice dinner at the BBQ long Horn... We were killing time before we got Jared. ONLY to drive home with out him...
He's to come in this afternoon around 12 30... We'll wait until he calls to make sure he's on the plane. Its clear and cold here.
Ron is working in the shop building more Cabinets. Working on the Back wall now in the basement. Sure cleaning up downstairs. Looking Great. In Time I'll be able to get my pool table.. I have a spot for it now...
Wait.... I need a place to tie quilts... I better forget the pool table ideal.
Life is good. Staying warm, enjoying the beauty around us. We are SO Blessed to Live in North Idaho. Just wish our kids were here with us ! Hard being so far away from them. Just glad they Do come for a visit.!
Happy little Santa Baby Jaiden
Kai didn't want to leave Nana... Or was it cause Ronny went outside to put the luggage in the truck.....
Here's North Idaho at its BEST...... Our back Yard.
How we stay Warm Thanks Ron for getting the wood in... I'm helping by staying out of the way. And Taking pictures.!
Here's my quilt Only taken 2 Plus getting it this far. Those are the cabinets that Ron built. Thanks to Bob , Jappy and Ronny for carrying them in.... Don't they look Great! And Yes they are full of STUFF.
Saturday, January 10, 2009
It's Saturday Morning. Its Been a Very Wet week, and our snow is melty fast. BUT not to worry, its snowing again.....
My kids have been gone now for 10 days. My house is Way to quite.
Just getting over a Cold. They left and I got sick. Great timing. Could also be part depression..... I miss the action.
It was Wonderful having them home. Jared was missed. BUT he called last night and is planning coming home around the 23rd this month... SO we have That to look forward too.
Ron is busy in the Shop. He's building more Cabinet's for down stairs. Things are looking Great. Our JUNK will be behind doors.
I've been told , I can Only keep what will fix in the Cabinets. SO I need to start going thru things. That's the Hard part. I like my junk.
Nothing exciting going on, so nothing to report. Just wanted to share More pictures of our family get together. Enjoy.
We have SNOW lot's of the WHITE STUFF and Know how to have fun in it!
New use of a Tree Skirt......Brooklyn Loved to swirl with it on.... SO CUTE
This was Just a Funny Picture I had to share. The Mighty Tree Cutter's.....That's Jappy and Ronny..
Great Grandma Gordon with Kai and Baby Jaiden.
Trying to learn how to post more pictures..... Now to add words to pictures. Still learning.
Anyway the picture of Ron and Baby Jaiden... That's their birthday..... Ronny and Monika gave Ron a picture of Angel Jaiden..... SO CUTE
Baby Jaiden turned ONE on his Grandpa's Birthday.
As for the bandage..... Ron had a tumor removed from a finger.... He's doing fine..
Sunday, December 28, 2008
I find it hard to believe Christmas is behind us... You plan for months, and its over with in an Hour.... If you're lucky.
We had a Wonderful Christmas.... and its stretch out over a few Days. Jenny and her Family came in on Thursday the 18th. We had a Big snow storm the day before..... So We were Glad when she called to say they were Staying the night in Missoula. They got in around 11 30 that morning. Course the girls got their Snow gear on and Headed out to play in the snow. And Course Jappy got the tractor out and started moving snow.
We woke to 33 inches of Snow That was in One day.... Ronny couldn't get the 4 wheeler out of the barn..... So we plowed the Driveway out by hand.... Just the one side. So they could get the car in....Ron had a tumor removed off his Right hand on the 17th... so He was no Help with the plowing....It was Beautiful out.... but VERY COLD and more snow on the way.....
It took Most of the afternoon to get things plowed out... Then they got the sleds hold to the back of the 4 wheeler and Had a Ball...
I stayed in and kept the Hot chocolate coming... and the fire going.
Our house was Full, but we Loved Every Minute of it.
Friday night Bob and Cathy came in.. Jappy was kind enough to go and pick them up at the airport. We played Hand and foot and ate snacks until they got here....
Saturday was Ron and Jaiden Birthday. We had a BIG Pizza party with Family and Friends. The CdA Press came out and did a story on them. It was in the CDA PRESS on Sunday.
Sunday we were able to attend Church as a Family.... We took up a Whole Row. What a wonderful feeling it was to be surrounded by our Children... and Grand Children. It was a GREAT DAY
Quite a undertaking to Cook for That many..... and the Clean UP...... So much FUN....
It was Hard to say good bye to the Jeppsen's Monday morning... They left around 10 30.... and it turn out to be a Lousy trip home. over 12 hours..... No more driving home in Dec..... I had to keep calling to see how they were doing and Where they were at..
With the amount of snow we got...around 38 inches, we shovel off our place, the shop, and the green house. On Christmas Eve we headed up to Grandma Gordon's and Got her roof done also. So for payment we took everyone to Outback. Course I loved that part...... NO Cooking or CLEAN UP. We had a wonderful time..... Then we drove down to the Resort to walk around and Check out the lights. I Couldn't believe it was the Day before Christmas...
Christmas Morning Everyone helped with Breakfast. We had French toast, pancakes, eggs, sausage, and juice....Then on to the gift opening.
Bob was Kind enough to drive up and Get Grandma Gordon....
Fun seeing the paper fly off the packages. Kai had a Ball opening everyone Gifts... SO CUTE.. and Jaiden he loved the ribbon and boxes.. I enjoyed just taking it all in...
I had made matching PJ's for Everyone so they were looking good for opening gifts.
The BEST gift I got was from my son Bob...and Cathy.
A Garbage disposer, mine broke the day before everyone came in. Ron couldn't fix it... and getting someone to come out... no time.... I had water backing up in the sink... and wasn't draining... Just a Big Mess... So Christmas evening Bob is putting in it... Only to find out we didn't have enough pipes to hook it up.... He was up and out the door at 7 to get the pipe he needed.... It works GREAT Thank's Bob and Cathy.
Course I got another Great Gift from Jared. A Photo book of our family. And a Camera for the computer. So we can see Jared while we are talking on the computer. How cool is that. And Thanks to Ronny for setting it up THANKS RONNY!
And my Next great gift is a Calendar of my Grandkids... So I'll enjoy that gift for the next 12 months. Thanks Ronny and Monika.
Course The BEST BEST Gift... was having All our KIDS and Grandkids HOME for the Holiday... Thank you Jappy.....Ronny.... Bob...Jared wasn't able to be here... But he called every day.... and sometimes twice. He was missed.
Ron was kind enough to fit me with a Fishing vest and fishing gear. So I'm ready to hit the streams.
So as you can see... we had a Wonderful Christmas...
Here's wishing you all a Happy New YEAR!
Ronny's Family, Ronny Monika Kai and Baby Jaiden. In their matching PJ Bottoms... Looking Comfortable.!
Jeppsen family, We had a early Christmas since they were heading home on Dec 22. I made matching PJ Bottoms... Wonderful having a FULL HOUSE.....
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Let's go again.....but faster.... Jappy made a course out in the field..... They didn't want to come in....
Our 3rd roof top, This is Grandma Gordon's, We had alot more snow on top of our house.... close to 34 inches. At mom's Maybe 20 inches...
The shoveling crew.....Cathy Ronny, Monika and Bob.... Ronny and Monika didn't show until we were All most done....
Cathy and Bob helped with the cooking of Breakfast. We had eggs, pancakes, french toast, sausage, and Bacon....... YUM
Christmas Morning.. Kai, got a purple ball from Bob and Cathy....... Jaiden is in the back ground. SO FUN.... and Jaiden in the back ground
Winter has come to Dalton Gardens. We got 33 inches before Christmas.. And 10 more inches today. Ron has been plowing snow for 2 days now....
Saying good bye to Bob and Cathy. Took them to the airport at 7... Their plane was delayed... didn't get home until 1 30 am.... Not GOOD.
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Here's the fire boat we had to haul to Seattle. It was a white knuckle drive. Big load for little truck.....
Sorry I'm trying to down load pictures but its not wanting too. So We'll have to wait a minute.
I'm counting down the days. We are going to have 3 of our 4 kids home for Christmas. And their Families of course. That means our 5 grandkids will be together. We are So excited.
Monika and Ronny are Flying in Dec 16th. and staying until Jan 1st. We can't wait to see Kai and Little Jaiden. Little Jaiden will be turning a Year Old on Dec 20th. So we will be celebrating his birthday. He's come a LONG WAY. Weighing in at birth 1 lb 2 oz. and He's now toping the scales at..... 16 pounds. Can't wait to see him....
Jenny and Jappy are driving up /wednesday or Thursday? and will only be able to stay until Sunday :( Wish they could stay longer but we will take what we can get..
Bob and Cathy and lilo are flying in Dec 19th and staying until Dec 26.
We had Hope that Jared would be able to come home also, but he's not able to get the time off. He'll be missed.
BUT we will have our 5 grandkids together for the FIRST TIME...... Little Jay hasn't meant his Great Grandma or his Aunts and Uncles so it will be a Happy Reunion.
I've been Busy sewing and Hope to be done before they get here.
Life is GOOD!
Who needs to go to Alaska when you have deer in your back yard. We had two bucks. Young bucks at that.
We were able to spend Thanksgiving with Bob and Cathy. OUR plans were to stay home.... But Ron needed to take the Fire boat over to Seattle for some work. Darn.... I'll have to go too. We had a Great Time. Poor Cathy had to work Long Hours. But we did get in a few games of Hand and Foot. Which is Always fun to play.
Bob was Kind enough to take me around to the Sales on Black Friday. They call it black friday because its DARK when we start shopping.... 5 oclock. How crazy... and we weren't along. YES Ron went with complaining the WHOLE time. Until we Got to Cabela's. Then Bob and I were complaining. HOW MUCH LONGER!
So Many people.... it was crazy. Not sure it was worth the wait..... We did get some good buys.
Cathy got home early so we headed back to JoAnn's. I took a cutting number, it was 53 and they were on 75 So yes a long wait. But we killed time looking at scrap booking supplies. Getting our list make for Tomorrow. It went on sale then. YES we went back....
Saturday we were up early and waiting in line at JoAnn's . Course we had to hit a few more stores before heading home.
Then we spent the rest of the afternoon scrapbooking, card making, and Card playing.
At 5 we went and show the new James Bond Movie...... Which was Full of action... but I was lost thru most of it. I'll have to see it again....
Then of course it was time to eat. We went to THE ROCK.... Pizza.. way to much food....
Ron and I headed home at 6 in the morning Wanted to beat the traffic.. and we did. Nice drive and made good time getting home at 11 30.. Only 5 and half hours .. Going.. It took 8 and half hours. No delays or stop and go .
Its always nice to get away.... But it was nice coming home!
I had lots of help in the kitchen. I did the bread and pies, Ron gravy Bob potatoes and corn. Cathy...... she ate.
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Today they honor Ron for 30 years of service. Really it's been 33 and half years. But Who's counting.... Not me....
I Can't believe its been that long. At times it seems longer... and others, Not so long.
It's been a Big part of our lives together. We have been married 34 and half years. So Only one year not with the fire department. And to think Ron wants to retirer in 2 years... or less.
They had a nice luncheon, with Cold cuts, shimp, chicken wings , BBQ of course, meat balls, veggie tray's, and Chocolate cake for dessert. It was very nice.
Very proud of Ron, He's work very hard for the fire department. And has put up with My complaining about the Fire department and All The MEETINGS, he has to go too.!!! I find it hard to believe its been 33 and half years.....Not sure Where the time has gone. May their be a few more years....
The Fire department put on a luncheon to honor Ron and 5 others for their 20 plus years of service. Ron has 30 in with Kootenai County.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
It's Nov 12th. Not sure Where the time is going. Nothing exciting is happening in Dalton.
We have been trying to get things done before the snow falls. Ron and I got the pipes off
the field Saturday. This is when we really miss the kids.
We also worked on leaves. More yet to fall.
I had my second pack meeting last night...... it way smooth.... so 2 down....????to go
Its been wonderful NOT being in the garden, But I do miss the fresh veggies. Still trying
to get ruin of Apples.. we still have LOTS.
I've been working on our Alaska pictures. I've got 8 pages done... Hopefully by the week end I'll be done. So that's exciting.
Only our other 2 cruises to do!!!
and grand babies
and other trips.
OK So I won't be done for awhile. Who was it that got me started doing scrap books anyway...
THANKS A LOT
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Monday, November 3, 2008
I can't believe its Nov....... the 3rd.
Ron got home Sunday morning from Washington DC. He was gone for 3 days. I had Big plans.. Which All fell thru. I did get the apples all picked, and didn't even fall out of the trees....
Plus was Able to sew PJ bottoms for Monika, Kai, and Jaiden. Now to get them in the mail. They have been waiting since last Christmas for them.. Thanks for not giving up on me.
I also got started sewing for the Fair. I know.... shocking. But nothing is done YET.
Today was my weigh in at Curves. I had joined in January of this year. And I reached my goal. I made it to the 2 foot wall.... Plus lost 12 pounds. So I'm excited... I have LOTS more to loose but every little bite help. So total inches lost is 24 3/4 inches..... WAY TO GO!!!
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