Just before we left Minnesota five pheasant emerged from out pine trees . . . Arriving in Crystal Lake, IL preparations continue Cousins arrive to help set up tables to seat 33 people Living room furniture removed to the garage Tables set, placecards placed.
May 12, 2008 – November 24, 2008. Six months and twelve days. That’s how long I was at my last place of employment I mean job. “Job” because it was a “job” to be there. I didn’t belong. I didn’t fit. It wasn’t me. A little over a month ago a friend told me about a job she … Read More
The “Garage-Ma-Hall”, “Taj ma garage”, “ballroom” is coming along quickly….thanks to some hired workers! (Thanks Kraig & Joel) Insulation is in, drywall is up. Yet to do: Taping & sanding, install heater, install utility sink. I’m also going to stain the concrete and paint the walls something other than “builder white” –something in a tan … Read More
Kirk & I have come to the conclusion that there are two kinds of people . . . Outside people . . . and inside people Outside people love being in the great outdoors Inside people might be ok with being outdoors – if it’s not too cold or hot (this picture brings thoughts of … Read More
Do we even think about this anymore?I’m in on this one….(be sure to watch for the “outtake” at the end)
What is your Turkey day like? Do you travel? Are you the cook? The host/hostess? The dishwasher? The pot scrubber? Is your gathering smaller and more intimate? Or larger — yet still intimate . . . Do you leisurely play games? Or get a little rowdie? Do you take care of the kids . . … Read More
I like to think that our family is “close knit” as the saying goes…. as in we like to spend time with each other. and dance, and laugh, and play . . . We dont’ ALWAYS get along. We are “normal” after all — whatever THAT is. You know, we get on each other’s nerves, embarrass each … Read More
Matt comes into our office every Tuesday. He is never late, and if for some reason he is, he feels terrible about it and apologizes profusely. He takes his job VERY seriously. Matt loves the Twins and Vikings and reports the scores when he arrives on Tuesday morning. He also loves to celebrate birthdays. When one … Read More