Here's two pages I done this week end.  This is from Dec  when the kids were home for Christmas.here's 4 more....  I've got 10 done... with only 40 more to do!!!
Ron on the roof cleaning out the chimney...

Week end has Come and GONE.....  We spent the day just working around the place.  Ron took the time to Clean out our Chimney.  Its been a while,  BUT  didn't clean out the chimney box.  It's behind our stove.  While talking to Bob,  Ron was looking outside and saw a reflection......  Flames.....  We had a Chimney fire.  SO  It was exciting for awhile.  Ron got back up on the roof to pour water down the Chimney..  After closing down the Stove.  SO we had to left our fire go out....  This evening he pulled the stove out to clean out the box...  We had about half a bucket full of STUFF.....What a mess,  but we are back to a Warm house....   Y E S

I'm just glad we didn't have to call the Fire department out.... or that our Neighbor's had CallED....  

So That was our excitement for the week end.

I did work on some scrap book pages. I've enclosed a few pictures.   Enjoy

Ron in his Dress Uniform.  Looking Sharp...  and Yes that's his 30 year of Service Ring....

YES,  another pack meeting behind me..  This was a Fun one.  Pine wood Derby.  Only 4 cars to race.  So it was over with in 15 min's  If that.  But the boys had FUN.... and the parents Cheering on the Cars.

I find it interesting,  How many times you have to tell the kids NOT to jump over the track....Turn your back... and poof .... over the track they go.

I also wanted to share my pictures of our Winter Wonderland.  Winter is still with us.  Ron is the cause for the snow.  He took the snow pile off the 4 wheeler... Thanks Honey....

Here's a picture of Ron's 30 Years of Service.... Ring....I put Ron in Charge of Keeping track of the Winners... and losers..  Only 4 boys..... So it was over in a FLASH!

The winning boys at our Pine wood Derby.... Ron made the plaques.  Thanks RON!Winter is still here in North IDAHO!!!
We got 4 inches of the WHITE STUFF!!!

I'M  HOME...

Had a Wonderful Vacation visiting my daughter and family in Pocatello Idaho.  Val Pearson called to see if I'd like to drive down with her....  YOU BET...  Would had like to stayed longer.  BUT I'll take what ever I guess.  I miss my Grandkids.

I came down with a cold so thought I better not take it too them.  But Jen said they All had it so don't let that stop you...  I didn't.  We went thru boxes of tissues that's for sure.  Poor baby Jay...He just wanted to be held.... so that was my job.

Did enjoy Mady and Brooklyn , we played games and watched movies.  Saturday I took them out for a movie and lunch at Subway.  I enjoy our time alone.

Gave Mom and Dad a Break.... they spent their time shopping for a big girl's bed for Brooklyn.  She was SO Excited...  

When I left Ron was Feeling Fine.... but he came down with my cold... I was just Glad I wasn't here...   But he's doing a little better today.

Ron did get his 30 year Ring.  Its Very nice..... and big.....Blue stone  and it read's Kootenai fire and Rescue  30 years of service  With Chief on one side   and Sampert on the other.. and heavy.  Looks like a Class ring!...

Ron also finished 3 more Cabinets for downstairs.  I've got one shelf left to fill.  Won't take long.  So just one more set to make.  Then he'll be done..  I can only Keep what will fix in them... So I need to have another Garage sale.  

Ron and I are Trying to Get ruin of stuff but very hard to do.  When Jared was here, he said the only fight over our stuff will be the Fabric......

Who will get Stuck with it... Thanks Jared.....I'm sure Some body would Love my Fabric as much as I do....BUT I DO need to get ruin of some of it....WAY TO MUCH......And my Batting.....OH MY...I'm Sure Ron was just rolling his eyes over it all... He had to empty a Cabinet to move it..  FULL of FABRIC... and That's just One Cabinet.....SO I better start Sewing, and giving away.  Any Taker?

I WONDER Where Mady and Brooklyn get their BIG Smiles....??
Jay loved it when Grandma fed him!Mady doing her home work Before we can play a game.  Hurry up Mady.

Brooklyn  made a Fire Hat.  Now she looks like Grandpa.!

I Just had to eat ate Texas Road House.  I got a Steak and Jen got Ribs.  I asked to try one... and This is What she Gave Me...... Thanks JEN......We had a good laugh!Baby Jay is learning to Crawl......  I talked to Jenny this morning... and He's got it all figured out.... SURE  one day after I LEAVE... No Problem..  Going back in MAY

Don't you think Jay looks like his Daddy??//  or is it the Shirt?

Saturday was Grandma's day with the Girls... We had Subway for Lunch!
And Took in a movie.  Course You have to have Pop corn!

Cute girls.  Mady is 6 going on 7 this month  and Brooklyn a 5 years old  What big smiles!My Grandkids  3 of them any way.  Mady Brooklyn and Baby Jay  Jeppsen.
I enjoyed my time with my Grandkids!

Baby Jay.... He loved having Grandma hold him......  He's 6 and half months old!I LOVE this picture.... Jay isn't to be sucking his fingers  This is a NO  NO.. But so CUTE
Brooklyn on her New Bike!

Brooklyn got a Big girl Bed..... She was SO EXCITED!  She will be Sharing a Bed Room with her Big Sister Mady.Jay is going to be a Pool Shark!
Our Trip Home.  Clear roads.  But this is the view on the Look out pass.  A Very welcoming sign!

This was So Funny.  They did a skit.  This is Ron's Shoe...  He's can tell the future   Told us Ron would be going on a Cold Trip very SOON.... and threw his Shoe out the Window.  TOO FUNNY

It's Feb. 19th.  The month is over half way.... Can you believe it.  I'm Trying to stay busy, But sometime I just wonder When Spring is going to GET HERE...  So tired of this White STUFF... Need Sunshine.

I did get a ticket to fly out to see Ronny and Monika.... and Kai and Jaiden.  But don't leave until April 15th.  2 months away.

I'm also going down to see Jen and Family... Next Wednesday... I hope.  Val Pearson wanted to see Julie Ann ... and asked if I'd like to go along for the ride.  BUT IF it snows.. she won't go...  So PRAY for SUNSHINE

Ron is Busy with Scouts.  Took them to the Fire Station... OH MY.. They were like little monkey's.  Climbing on EVERYTHING.... and Course you have to try things on... Pretty Crazy.!

  And that only 2 boys to look after...I was wore out....

They LOVED sitting in the fire trucks!

We had a going away luncheon for Lisa Peterson,  She moving to the Coast.  Leaving Friday.  SAD to see her go..  Only been a member for about one year... and half..   Just a Very Happy person...  She'll be missed.

I'm busy quilting...  Working on a baby quilt.  Its for the FAIR... YES you heard me.  I'm doing things for the fair..  I know this is shocking for Most...  I also have a jumper about done.  Just need to do Button's.  SO I have One tied quilt,  Done... and jumper and baby quilt Almost done...  3 things for the fair.

I best get down stairs and work on them.. Later

Blue and Gold night.   Ron handed out Doug Fir's to everyone..... Don't you just love a man in Uniform!For Their pack meeting, Ron took them to the Fire station..  They had to try everything on...

We had a Good bye luncheon for Lisa  in the middle..... She moving out of our WARD...

She's going to be missed.  We ate at the Olive Garden... SO GOOD!

We had a busy week end..  Two dinner's, Friday night was the Northwest Fire Chief Banquet.  Held out at the Coeur d'Alene Casino.  I had a Great time.  

Saturday evening was Ron's Fire Department Award Banquet.  Great food and Ron won a basket of goodies.  Ron also is receiving a 30 year ring.  But its in the mail.....

Afterward we made a stop at the Hamner's.  Bruce's kids were up for the week end.  It was so good seeing them...  And Chris has Lost... alot of weight.  Staying busy with outdoor sport's.  He looks GREAT   Way to go Chris.

It's been a year since Sandy my  BEST Friend passed away.  I miss her, I find myself reaching for the phone to just call her to say Hello.  Take time to keep in touch with your Friends and Family.  You just never know....

Life is short.... so enjoy.....and stay safe....

I finished my quilt..... tied and hemmed.  Looks Great on our bed.  PLUS feels good on these Cold Winter Nights!

Chief Sampert.... with the Deputy Chiefs behind him....

Ron received an award for 30 years of service.    BUT  its in the mail!Commissioner Keith Hutcheson , with Ron and Len Border's 
Jessie and Owen up from Portland    It was great seeing them for a short visit.  

Had a wonderful visit with the Hamner's....  Jessie, owen, Becky and ChrisBruce was kind enough not to dress up for our visit!  Looking Comfortable!

Here's the  cards I got from card club.  Mine is the right top,  Using my New Ribbon threading punch.  The plaque is the gift I got from our Christmas exchange..
Here's our little card club group.  Berta,  Lisa, Margaret, and course ME.  With our gifts.
Here's another picture with Karla.. Lisa , Margaret, and again... ME....Karla Took my gift.....But I'm happy with my plaque...I'm Going to Michael's to get the paper organizer... 

Working on our king size quilt...  I'm half way there.  how exciting.
Our New cabinet Ron just finished.  Just need door knob's.   This will have two tables you pull out .  Tried to tell him this would be Great for my Card making...  This cabinet is for RON....  Hunting and fishing....He might have to share !

Jared Left Yesterday.......:(

So I'm trying to stay busy and Not miss my kids.  At these times I wish I had more kids.....

Ron has meetings all week... so I'll be spending time in front of the tv...   

I'm finishing up my quilt.... So need to watch something as I sew.  I have one side about 3/4 done.... Only 3 1/4 to go..

I'm excited to get it done and add some color to our room.  Ron thinks I need to make curtains to go with.  I like it just the way it is..  Less work for ME!!!

I find it hard to believe we are in Feb.  Where are the months going??

As I look ahead, I see the time going faster...... or I'm moving slower.

I feel very blessed.  Ron and I are planning ahead for when Ron Retiree's.  Which could be in one year.  We are trying to get out of debt, and put money into saving.  Never thought we would reach this goal.  But its getting closer.  It's exciting to think about.  We want to travel the USA in our trailer.  ALso go back to Alaska for a month... or more.  I want to take another Cruise..   ( Ron Doesn't)  So We'll see who win's.  I might just surprise him with a trip..

But fun to make plans.  We will be stopping in Pocatello, Webster Texas,  Provo, and Lacey Washington to name a few places.  

We have talked about taking Everyone of our kids on a Vacation....  Brooklyn wants Hawaii....  No one else had said where they want to go.  I vote for a Warm place... Cruise would be nice.

Need to put your votes in to where we will..  (Or Ron will pick Alaska.)

So take the time to put your ideals in....Only a year to plan our trip..

  

Jared is HOME..  We are enjoying our visit... and help with the Computer....I Have a    NEW STOVE......  TWO OVEN'S  AND NO BURNERS TO CLEAN.  I LOVE IT!

Out with the old!Nothing like moving a stove down the street.... into the renter house
Ron got another cabinet done....  Glad Jared was here to move it in!

Heavy work...  Time for a BREAK!