Hi Everyone,
Just an update tonight to let you know what's going on here. Dad's knee continued to get a little better each day until Sunday. Monday it was worse so he called the doctor. He will have the meniscus (scoped) repaired next Thursday. He has an appointment with the doctor next Tuesday so he won't know any details until then. So, he's been doing a lot of reading and watching a lot of ballgames! (no problem there, ha) I also try to give him a few easy jobs around the house!!
We have temps in the 60's this week. The kind of days that are great in the sun and chilly in the shade. Sounds like we'll probably have our first frost tomorrow night. Dad's tomato plants in his hot house are doing alright. (not great) He also has lettuce planted in the hot house that is up.
It was nice talking to all of you on Thanksgiving. I was especially happy that Lydia talked to me. Actually, she was pretty chatty. We had a nice dinner on Thanksgiving. There were 6 of us and way too much food, as usual.
I am volunteering for 3 weeks for Assistance Services that does a hugh toy drive for the needy. The first 2 weeks the toys are brought to the drop off place and the last week they are picked up. There are so many needy Mexican families in this area. That reminds me, if you want to see a good movie, see The Blind Side. It is really good.
I've been having fun in my tennis leagues this fall. In one league I played (and won) 1 match before the season ended. In the other league I'm playing my 5th match on Monday. It's a super senior league (over 60) and rated 7.0. I'm a 3.0 and my partner is a 4.0 and VERY good. Our record is 4-1. Monday will be the last match of the season. After the new year a new season will start.
Hope you're all doing well.
Love you and miss you,
Mom (Grandma)
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Monday, October 5, 2009
My parents are so young and hip...they play games in Starbucks with college kids!
Well, this weekend was Taylor University's annual Parent's Weekend, and let me tell you, it was exciting! My mom and dad came down for the weekend so Saturday after we met up for lunch, we went out and let me give you a small mental image: Gary, Paula and Hannah sitting in Starbucks playing cribbage (I've taken to bringing my board and a deck of cards with me wherever I go...I'm trying to teach these hoosiers that euchre isn't the only valid card game around!) This particular game of cribbage may have been the most exciting one I've played. The game was beginning well--I thought for sure I was going to skunk dad...that is until he played a 28 POINT HAND!! yes...that's right. he had 3-fives and a ten. Then the cut card was a five also...so, long story short I lost that game. It was a bummer but I was excited to witness my dad get a 28 point hand!
Following games we went out for dinner...along with everyone who'd just been at the Ball State homecoming game. Then we came back to campus and the choirs put on a concert following which we had the joy of hearing from comedian Ken Davis--I can't remember the last time I've seen mom and dad laugh so hard!
Anyways, life here in Upland is good--I've just recovered from a cold-bug that took me out of comission for a full day and a half and am now back to keeping plenty busy with 17 credits worth of classes and homework, small group leader responsibilities, training for my new job as a peer-tutor, getting to know the girls on my floor, social events on campus, and of course making time to sleep!
So, I hope this blog post finds the rest of you well!
Love and miss you all,
Hannah
Following games we went out for dinner...along with everyone who'd just been at the Ball State homecoming game. Then we came back to campus and the choirs put on a concert following which we had the joy of hearing from comedian Ken Davis--I can't remember the last time I've seen mom and dad laugh so hard!
Anyways, life here in Upland is good--I've just recovered from a cold-bug that took me out of comission for a full day and a half and am now back to keeping plenty busy with 17 credits worth of classes and homework, small group leader responsibilities, training for my new job as a peer-tutor, getting to know the girls on my floor, social events on campus, and of course making time to sleep!
So, I hope this blog post finds the rest of you well!
Love and miss you all,
Hannah
Monday, August 17, 2009
AT LAST........
Hi, Hi:
Well, I hope you all didn't give up on checking the blog. I guess we have all been a little busy this summer!?!?
We had a great weekend with Sue, Rob and Claire. Claire's birthday party was fun. She is such a delight and was VERY entertaining. She certainly is a happy, busy 2 year old. Yesterday after church we went to the Holmen Kornfest and had corn. (imagine that)
This morning I took a long walk, almost 2 hours. I'm getting in shape to walk the half marathon in September with Wendy. This afternoon I went to the chiropractor. I'm getting close to signing off from my accident, last Oct. 1st. I can't believe how long it has taken.
Dad is at Xavier tennis practice. Practice is every day from 5:15 to 6:30. The varsity practice before that so he goes early to watch or help with that. Thursday morning the JV's have a invitational match at Kimberly.
Thursday I'm meeting Sis and Bernie in Oshkosh. We meet at the Outlet Mall and do a little shopping, but it's mostly visiting. Of course we have lunch and ice cream!! We have to do that while we can, none of us are getting any younger.
I hope all of you that going back to school (to study or work) have a great year!
Love and Hugs,
Mom (Grandma)
Well, I hope you all didn't give up on checking the blog. I guess we have all been a little busy this summer!?!?
We had a great weekend with Sue, Rob and Claire. Claire's birthday party was fun. She is such a delight and was VERY entertaining. She certainly is a happy, busy 2 year old. Yesterday after church we went to the Holmen Kornfest and had corn. (imagine that)
This morning I took a long walk, almost 2 hours. I'm getting in shape to walk the half marathon in September with Wendy. This afternoon I went to the chiropractor. I'm getting close to signing off from my accident, last Oct. 1st. I can't believe how long it has taken.
Dad is at Xavier tennis practice. Practice is every day from 5:15 to 6:30. The varsity practice before that so he goes early to watch or help with that. Thursday morning the JV's have a invitational match at Kimberly.
Thursday I'm meeting Sis and Bernie in Oshkosh. We meet at the Outlet Mall and do a little shopping, but it's mostly visiting. Of course we have lunch and ice cream!! We have to do that while we can, none of us are getting any younger.
I hope all of you that going back to school (to study or work) have a great year!
Love and Hugs,
Mom (Grandma)
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Holmen Happenings....
Hi,
Well, today is my first official day of summer - "yippee!"
Claire had her speech eval this a.m. and qualifies for services. A speech/lang. therapist will come to our house once a week to start. They will help us with ideas of how to have her develop her speech. All other areas of her development were on target, with her fine motor being her strength. She will have surgery for tubes 6/22and follow ups for that, including a hearing test by the audiologist.
Rob has some time off this week so we're planning to golf tomorrow; I'm playing in a tourney at the country club Fri. so it will be good practice.
I'm taking two classes (5 credits), doing two curriculum projects for work, hoping to get some scrapbooking done, and we have lots of appts. for Claire so our summer will be busy! We'll also plan to go to the local play group, music and art time at a toy store, and hopefully get to the "big pool" once it feels like summer out! Then there's the weekend plans; Eagle River, camping, coming to Grandma & Grandpa's, etc.
Then, it will be fall and time to go back to work:)
Looking forward to Door Co....
see you all soon!
Love,
Sue, Rob, and Claire:)
Well, today is my first official day of summer - "yippee!"
Claire had her speech eval this a.m. and qualifies for services. A speech/lang. therapist will come to our house once a week to start. They will help us with ideas of how to have her develop her speech. All other areas of her development were on target, with her fine motor being her strength. She will have surgery for tubes 6/22and follow ups for that, including a hearing test by the audiologist.
Rob has some time off this week so we're planning to golf tomorrow; I'm playing in a tourney at the country club Fri. so it will be good practice.
I'm taking two classes (5 credits), doing two curriculum projects for work, hoping to get some scrapbooking done, and we have lots of appts. for Claire so our summer will be busy! We'll also plan to go to the local play group, music and art time at a toy store, and hopefully get to the "big pool" once it feels like summer out! Then there's the weekend plans; Eagle River, camping, coming to Grandma & Grandpa's, etc.
Then, it will be fall and time to go back to work:)
Looking forward to Door Co....
see you all soon!
Love,
Sue, Rob, and Claire:)
Monday, May 18, 2009
JUST ME!!
Hi Hi,
I haven't written for a while, not because I don't think of you all, mostly because I don't have a lot to write. Things have been a little on the s l o w side for me since we got back from AZ. We are sooo busy there, and now back here, it's sort of a shock. It's hard to get involved with a lot of stuff, being here half the year. What I really want is a volunteer job like Grandpa has. He can work whenever it fits his schedule and doesn't have to sign up for a certain day each week.
I did work at the florist the week before Mother's Day and enjoyed that. I rather doubt if I will be called much this summer because like everywhere, they're cutting back on help.
Hannah, I'm thinking and praying for you this week. You're probably having finals. Can you believe your first year of college is almost history?? You certainly must have a lot of great memories, with your first semester in Ireland.
Grandpa's tennis coaching is going good. They had a rain make up invitational on Saturday. I think there were 5 schools and Chilton came in first. Well, it didn't rain on Sat. but it was about 50 with a 30 mph wind. I went over to North to watch a few matches. Burrrr!! He enjoys working with the boys, he said they are all really nice kids.
I have been going to the chiropractor twice a week since I got home, still the results of the car accident in Oct. My neck is worse since we got back. Guess my neck liked the dry heat!
Well, guess I didn't do to bad for not having anyting to say.
Hope you all have a good week.
Love and hugs,
Grandma
I haven't written for a while, not because I don't think of you all, mostly because I don't have a lot to write. Things have been a little on the s l o w side for me since we got back from AZ. We are sooo busy there, and now back here, it's sort of a shock. It's hard to get involved with a lot of stuff, being here half the year. What I really want is a volunteer job like Grandpa has. He can work whenever it fits his schedule and doesn't have to sign up for a certain day each week.
I did work at the florist the week before Mother's Day and enjoyed that. I rather doubt if I will be called much this summer because like everywhere, they're cutting back on help.
Hannah, I'm thinking and praying for you this week. You're probably having finals. Can you believe your first year of college is almost history?? You certainly must have a lot of great memories, with your first semester in Ireland.
Grandpa's tennis coaching is going good. They had a rain make up invitational on Saturday. I think there were 5 schools and Chilton came in first. Well, it didn't rain on Sat. but it was about 50 with a 30 mph wind. I went over to North to watch a few matches. Burrrr!! He enjoys working with the boys, he said they are all really nice kids.
I have been going to the chiropractor twice a week since I got home, still the results of the car accident in Oct. My neck is worse since we got back. Guess my neck liked the dry heat!
Well, guess I didn't do to bad for not having anyting to say.
Hope you all have a good week.
Love and hugs,
Grandma
Michigan updates
Hello everyone!!
The girls had great birthdays, although they haven't had their "friend" parties yet due to scheduling conflicts (Rachel will have her friends over this coming Friday night-9 friends...can you say chaos?!) Nicole wants a beach party, so hers has to wait until late June for warmer weather. Nicole's big gift was a 26" 21-speed Schwinn, so now she can keep up with the rest of us, which we are all enjoying. Rachel is now an official teenager complete with her own snazzy cell phone (most of her friends had phones 2 years ago, so she thinks she's paid her dues..haha)of course this now means she can text and take pictures and video and listen to music...oh yeah, she can also talk on it. To say the least she was very excited about it. Of course, since we were changing our phone plan I also "qualified" to update my phone for all the same "discounts" and rebates that she qualified for, so I now have a new snazzy phone that does all those things too (I have the same phone # 269-598-6139, Rachel's new # is 269-547-7374).
We had a good weekend. On Sunday we were in Janesville for my cousin Nancy's son Aaron's graduation party from the UW. It was very fun seeing family. My Aunt Helen (my mom's youngest sister, now 85) was there and 3 of my siblings came too. Barbara and her daughter Lindsay (Lindsay just finished up her first year at KU) came from KS, Cathy and Russ from IA and Andy and his family from MN. So it was much fun! The girls were thrilled to be able to hang out with their cousins. We got home after 11 p.m. so it was a little tough to get going this morning.
I've got tennis this afternoon, I'm looking forward to it and being able to run off some of the extra calories from the weekend. You should see how slim and trim Dave is, I think he's at his thinnest that I've ever seen him, he's been working out pretty religiously 2-3 times a week, he looks good.
Dave did get good news that he won't be laid off during the 7 weeks that most of the plant workers are being laid off because his project for Mack Truck still needs to continue moving forward. So we are very relieved.
I'm still working 3-5 days/nights a week between Kohls and subbing, so that has remained fairly steady.
Not much else to report. Looking forward to Marv and Kitty coming for the girls' dance recital in June and then seeing all of you in Door County. Take care. Have a great week. Oh yes, I am on facebook now...are you Paula? So if anyone wants to be my "friend" send me a request:-)
Love, Donna
The girls had great birthdays, although they haven't had their "friend" parties yet due to scheduling conflicts (Rachel will have her friends over this coming Friday night-9 friends...can you say chaos?!) Nicole wants a beach party, so hers has to wait until late June for warmer weather. Nicole's big gift was a 26" 21-speed Schwinn, so now she can keep up with the rest of us, which we are all enjoying. Rachel is now an official teenager complete with her own snazzy cell phone (most of her friends had phones 2 years ago, so she thinks she's paid her dues..haha)of course this now means she can text and take pictures and video and listen to music...oh yeah, she can also talk on it. To say the least she was very excited about it. Of course, since we were changing our phone plan I also "qualified" to update my phone for all the same "discounts" and rebates that she qualified for, so I now have a new snazzy phone that does all those things too (I have the same phone # 269-598-6139, Rachel's new # is 269-547-7374).
We had a good weekend. On Sunday we were in Janesville for my cousin Nancy's son Aaron's graduation party from the UW. It was very fun seeing family. My Aunt Helen (my mom's youngest sister, now 85) was there and 3 of my siblings came too. Barbara and her daughter Lindsay (Lindsay just finished up her first year at KU) came from KS, Cathy and Russ from IA and Andy and his family from MN. So it was much fun! The girls were thrilled to be able to hang out with their cousins. We got home after 11 p.m. so it was a little tough to get going this morning.
I've got tennis this afternoon, I'm looking forward to it and being able to run off some of the extra calories from the weekend. You should see how slim and trim Dave is, I think he's at his thinnest that I've ever seen him, he's been working out pretty religiously 2-3 times a week, he looks good.
Dave did get good news that he won't be laid off during the 7 weeks that most of the plant workers are being laid off because his project for Mack Truck still needs to continue moving forward. So we are very relieved.
I'm still working 3-5 days/nights a week between Kohls and subbing, so that has remained fairly steady.
Not much else to report. Looking forward to Marv and Kitty coming for the girls' dance recital in June and then seeing all of you in Door County. Take care. Have a great week. Oh yes, I am on facebook now...are you Paula? So if anyone wants to be my "friend" send me a request:-)
Love, Donna
Friday, May 15, 2009
HAPPY 13TH :-)
Rachel,
Happy Birthday to the newest TEENAGER!!!
Have a great weekend.
Love Ya,
Grandma and Grandpa
Happy Birthday to the newest TEENAGER!!!
Have a great weekend.
Love Ya,
Grandma and Grandpa
Monday, May 4, 2009
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Hi from Paula
Hi Family,
First of all, Sue, we were so sorry to hear about Sami! It is a sad time for sure.
It is hard to believe but it is the home stretch of this school year. I talked to Hannah this morning and she only has three weeks left of her freshman year! Unbeleivable! It is a busy time in preschool and the next two weeks will be a bit crazy. This Friday I am having Muffins for Moms and then next Friday it will be Donuts for Dads. The children are putting on a little program for both. So we have been practicing and making gifts, cards and decorations for that. Yesterday we made May Baskets and we "snuck" around school to hang them on all the teachers doors. Well, let's just say, 15 four and five year olds tried to "sneek". It was fun and many teachers were thrilled with their homemade flowers and candy. When we were young my mom always did May Baskets. Even when we were grown and out of the house she would often hang baskets on our front door, ring the bell and then leave. It is a fond memory of mine. Unfortunately, I only did it with my preschoolers, I didn't hang baskets on my kids doors~~sorry guys! I have absolutely loved my job this year. It is not without challenges and often times it is exhausting but I feel blessed to be there. I am already excited for next year!!
Gary is helping with a Habitat house today. We will know by the end of June if Gary gets to keep his job. There is a lot of tension at work with everyone wondering if they are on the chopping block. I know whatever happens God will take care of us as He always has.
I had a little incentive thing going with Lydia so today Jessica, Lydia and I went to Build a Bear and she got to pick out a bear. It was the first time there for all of us. I don't know about anyone else but I had a great time! Then we went out for lunch together. It was a fun girls day.
There are finally some signs of spring around. My dafodils are beautiful, I love looking out the window and seeing them, now if only we had some leaves on the trees!!
Well, better scoot and start cleaning the house! Hope everyone is well.
Love and Hugs,
Paula
First of all, Sue, we were so sorry to hear about Sami! It is a sad time for sure.
It is hard to believe but it is the home stretch of this school year. I talked to Hannah this morning and she only has three weeks left of her freshman year! Unbeleivable! It is a busy time in preschool and the next two weeks will be a bit crazy. This Friday I am having Muffins for Moms and then next Friday it will be Donuts for Dads. The children are putting on a little program for both. So we have been practicing and making gifts, cards and decorations for that. Yesterday we made May Baskets and we "snuck" around school to hang them on all the teachers doors. Well, let's just say, 15 four and five year olds tried to "sneek". It was fun and many teachers were thrilled with their homemade flowers and candy. When we were young my mom always did May Baskets. Even when we were grown and out of the house she would often hang baskets on our front door, ring the bell and then leave. It is a fond memory of mine. Unfortunately, I only did it with my preschoolers, I didn't hang baskets on my kids doors~~sorry guys! I have absolutely loved my job this year. It is not without challenges and often times it is exhausting but I feel blessed to be there. I am already excited for next year!!
Gary is helping with a Habitat house today. We will know by the end of June if Gary gets to keep his job. There is a lot of tension at work with everyone wondering if they are on the chopping block. I know whatever happens God will take care of us as He always has.
I had a little incentive thing going with Lydia so today Jessica, Lydia and I went to Build a Bear and she got to pick out a bear. It was the first time there for all of us. I don't know about anyone else but I had a great time! Then we went out for lunch together. It was a fun girls day.
There are finally some signs of spring around. My dafodils are beautiful, I love looking out the window and seeing them, now if only we had some leaves on the trees!!
Well, better scoot and start cleaning the house! Hope everyone is well.
Love and Hugs,
Paula
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Hi from Holmen
Hi all,
Many of you probably all know this but over Easter, Rob and I went to Las Vegas - or should I say "lost wages." :) Yes, no luck for lucky Sue. Rob (WE) did have a "BINGO!" for $500 but had to split w/ another person:( We had good travels and lots of fun despite the loses. More than ever, we had enjoyed many comps; 2 nights free at Fitzgeralds downtown, $25 free slot play, 2 free comedy show tickets at our hotel, $20 in the hotel restaraunt, and then about $25 more dollars to spend comped from our "stellar" blackjack playing skills:) We missed Claire, who was w/ Cindy (daycare) and Gpa/ma Mathison, but had a great getaway.
On a sader note, yesterday we had Sami put down. Almost 2 years ago she started shaking in her hind legs. She had slowed down since that time but was still herself. Then,this past Sun., she did not eat or drink and began vomitting. From there, she was lethargic, moved very little, and had lost control of her bowels. She couldn't/didn't want to move Sun. and Mon. I (we) knew it was time. So, we took her to the vet together and I was with her when they gave her the injection. I'm sad but happy it went as fast as it did and that she is no longer in pain. I didn't realize this but she had lost ten pounds since she had her regular checkup in Mar! She was slightly dehydrated, had muscle atrophy, and her shaking had progressed past her hind legs to her whole body. The vet said her abdomen was tender and that many older dogs her size develop masses. Since her quality of life quickly had slipped away, we decided no tests; it was time. She was 13.5 years old and my first "true love" (other than you all of course). :) Samantha Claire Weber-Mathison (AKA: "Pookie") will be missed but never forgoten.
Well, that's about all for now.
Love,
Sue, Rob, and Claire
Many of you probably all know this but over Easter, Rob and I went to Las Vegas - or should I say "lost wages." :) Yes, no luck for lucky Sue. Rob (WE) did have a "BINGO!" for $500 but had to split w/ another person:( We had good travels and lots of fun despite the loses. More than ever, we had enjoyed many comps; 2 nights free at Fitzgeralds downtown, $25 free slot play, 2 free comedy show tickets at our hotel, $20 in the hotel restaraunt, and then about $25 more dollars to spend comped from our "stellar" blackjack playing skills:) We missed Claire, who was w/ Cindy (daycare) and Gpa/ma Mathison, but had a great getaway.
On a sader note, yesterday we had Sami put down. Almost 2 years ago she started shaking in her hind legs. She had slowed down since that time but was still herself. Then,this past Sun., she did not eat or drink and began vomitting. From there, she was lethargic, moved very little, and had lost control of her bowels. She couldn't/didn't want to move Sun. and Mon. I (we) knew it was time. So, we took her to the vet together and I was with her when they gave her the injection. I'm sad but happy it went as fast as it did and that she is no longer in pain. I didn't realize this but she had lost ten pounds since she had her regular checkup in Mar! She was slightly dehydrated, had muscle atrophy, and her shaking had progressed past her hind legs to her whole body. The vet said her abdomen was tender and that many older dogs her size develop masses. Since her quality of life quickly had slipped away, we decided no tests; it was time. She was 13.5 years old and my first "true love" (other than you all of course). :) Samantha Claire Weber-Mathison (AKA: "Pookie") will be missed but never forgoten.
Well, that's about all for now.
Love,
Sue, Rob, and Claire
Monday, March 30, 2009
Back from a week in "the 'burgh"
These were supposed to go at the end, but i don't know how to fix it, so....
Belle Vernon's Youth With A Mission Pittsburgh!
Cathedral of learning--University of PIttsburgh
Sample engine from a steel mill--Station Square, south side
view from above...West end overlook
Belle Vernon's Youth With A Mission Pittsburgh!
Cathedral of learning--University of PIttsburgh
Sample engine from a steel mill--Station Square, south side
view from above...West end overlookWell, it's Monday, and after class from 8-1:30 for the day, I have officially conceded that spring break is, yes, over. However, I think it might be appropriate to remenisce and share a bit with the family about my week in Pittsburgh!
I got to go home with a friend from school that had gone to Ireland with me.
Spent Sunday morning in church...2 churches actually. The first was the church that Christy's dad pastors at. (Christy is the one from school....I stayed with her family). The second church was maybe 20 minutes from there, and the Taylor University Wind Ensemble was performing for service on their spring break tour. Fun stuff.
Monday, Christy and I went down to Oakland, the section of Pittsburgh dowtonwn where Pitt is located. It was fun to be on campus, to try to park, to walk through the Cathedral of Learning. It's really a beautiful campus and really neat that it's right down in the city. Got some coffee and then made our way to a place in Oakland where my YWAM base was having a worship night, so I got to spend the evening with them, even though it was brief.
Tuesday, Christy's mom took us down to the strip district, which is an area of Pittsburgh that used to be right off of the wharf where a lot of goods came in. Now there's lots of shops, mostly food shops--spices and teas and coffee, a meat shop (they sell the whole animal and you can pick your seafood while it is still alive...a very smelly shop), and other little stores. Then we went up to a look out over the city to see the convergence of the 3 Pittsburgh rivers: the Allegheny, the Monongahela, and the Ohio. It's so cool to see the rivers and all of the bridges in the Steel City...it's really a pretty city in some ways.
Wednesday I made my way south to my YWAM base in Belle Vernon and got to stay there for the rest of the week. It was so good to see people. 3 of the other girls from my school made it up, too. It felt almost like I'd never left...we skipped the catching up part and just jumped right back into things being like normal around each other. It was cool. Those people are definitely like family, and I've already been extended the open invitation to come back whenever I want for as long as I want. Which would be fun, especially if we repeat the karaoke from my last night there!! Yes, I sang karaoke...it was a riot.
Well, then Sunday after church--just one service this time--Christy and I made our way back to Upland. We were in for a horrible shock when we crossed the state line into Indiana and saw snow flurries...but today is beautiful and sunny...probably up in the 50s even. But I'm willing to leave it! And I'll get my chance to go home over Easter, so that's exciting.
Well, it's so great to hear how everyone is doing! Congratulations on all your dance, Rachel. And I bet Claire is changing so much since last I saw her!
Well, I'll see if I can't get some pictures up here, otherwise, love you all and cant' wait to see you!
Sunday, March 29, 2009
4 Days Left
Hi- Hi,
Guess it's my turn to write a blog. Some of you heard all of this on the phone already, but, oh well. We really have enjoyed getting blogs from all of you.
We're heading for home early Thursday morning. We have reservations for Friday night in Omaha. We'll be by Sue and Rob on Saturday afternoon.
This month really went fast. The 2nd week we had the tennis events of the Senior Games. That is always a busy and fun week for us. It was especially busy for Grandpa because he was a coordinator for the event. It went well except for rain the first morning. Everything was backed up 1-1/2 hours and it was a job for him to reschedule everything. He wasn't too busy to play though. He did well taking the GOLD in the singles and men's doubles. He and his partner both turned 70 in the past year and I think everyone in that age bracket hated to see them come. Then in the mixed doubles we took silver. The couple that we beat last year, beat us this year. The only good part about that match is that we were down 5-1 in the 2nd set, and ended up winning 7-5. We also watched a lot of good tennis.
Then on the 17th Bernie came for a week. She had never been to Arizona before, so it was really fun showing her all the beautiful places around here. She fell in love with our White Elephant here and ended up buying 28 pieces of clothing!!!! (Also a church patio sale) Much of that we will be taking home with us.
It is really getting pretty here. Everything is starting to green up and many trees and cactus are blooming. Well unfortunately, along with that comes a high pollen count. Also, we've had
some windy, dusty days. My allergies have been bad. Last night I went to bed at 8:30 and got up at 7:15 this morning.
I hope Jessica, Hannah, Rachel, Nicole, Lydia, Paula, and Sue enjoy their spring break. (Maybe Donna too)
Looking forward to seeing most of you soon.
Love and Hugs,
Grandma and Grandpa
Guess it's my turn to write a blog. Some of you heard all of this on the phone already, but, oh well. We really have enjoyed getting blogs from all of you.
We're heading for home early Thursday morning. We have reservations for Friday night in Omaha. We'll be by Sue and Rob on Saturday afternoon.
This month really went fast. The 2nd week we had the tennis events of the Senior Games. That is always a busy and fun week for us. It was especially busy for Grandpa because he was a coordinator for the event. It went well except for rain the first morning. Everything was backed up 1-1/2 hours and it was a job for him to reschedule everything. He wasn't too busy to play though. He did well taking the GOLD in the singles and men's doubles. He and his partner both turned 70 in the past year and I think everyone in that age bracket hated to see them come. Then in the mixed doubles we took silver. The couple that we beat last year, beat us this year. The only good part about that match is that we were down 5-1 in the 2nd set, and ended up winning 7-5. We also watched a lot of good tennis.
Then on the 17th Bernie came for a week. She had never been to Arizona before, so it was really fun showing her all the beautiful places around here. She fell in love with our White Elephant here and ended up buying 28 pieces of clothing!!!! (Also a church patio sale) Much of that we will be taking home with us.
It is really getting pretty here. Everything is starting to green up and many trees and cactus are blooming. Well unfortunately, along with that comes a high pollen count. Also, we've had
some windy, dusty days. My allergies have been bad. Last night I went to bed at 8:30 and got up at 7:15 this morning.
I hope Jessica, Hannah, Rachel, Nicole, Lydia, Paula, and Sue enjoy their spring break. (Maybe Donna too)
Looking forward to seeing most of you soon.
Love and Hugs,
Grandma and Grandpa
Thursday, March 19, 2009
MI Update
Hi everyone!
Rachel had a good competition this past weekend in Grand Rapids. Her solo recieved a "Platinum" rating and 9th overall for ages 12-14 in all dance catagories. Platinum is the best you can get, so we were thrilled...she has been close several times, but this was her 1st Platinum to date. Her group routines did well too with all three receiving "High Golds" (level below Platinum). We are off this weekend and then it will be back to Grand Rapids to compete the 27th & 29th.
Soon it will be Spring Break time (1st full week of April) we had planned to go to my sister's in Vail for some spring skiing, but with Dave having last week off without pay we have altered our plans to just go to visit my sister Barbara in Kansas for a few days (going on the 3rd and returning on the 7th). Marty and John may drive from Colorado to spend the weekend with us in Kansas too. I am looking forward to seeing my siblings.
Sounds like quite the trip for Paula's brothers, how great of them to be able to do that, I'm sure it will be an emotional trek.
Tennis is going well, I'm looking forward to competing next week (our first match ended up with the other team forfeiting, so I'm anxious to play a real match. Practices are going well and I'm enjoying it.
Dave's been treking to Grand Rapids for 2 days this week preparing for a certification exam on Lean Manufacturing. He'll take the certification exam Saturday, I have no doubt that he'll do well. Another thing that'll look good on his resume should it be needed.
We had a few warm day this week and boy was it nice, we're all ready for Spring! Planning our community garden plot again, this year we now have a better idea of what we'll plant for the best results given our space constraints. That time will be here before we know it.
Good to hear from you all. I'm off to work tonight at 10 p.m. at Kohls. I'm working 2-3 nights a week there and occassionally subbing so I'm keeping busy. After I get off work at Kohls at 6 a.m. I'll be subbing at 8:15 a.m. for an elementary school's music teacher for the morning...not my strongest suit, but I can do pretty much anything for 1/2 day. (I'll be sleeping after that).
Dave and I are going out with a group of couples (mostly neighbors) Saturday night to a neat downtown Kalamazoo restaurant called Zazios (we haven't had a nice dinner out in a long time, so we're really looking forward to this outing, especially because this one is a really special dining experience)we'll be doing the "chef's table" which means we sit in a special section where the chef talks about what he's preparing and demonstates as he prepares our 5 course meal right in front of us...takes over 2 hours, a dining "event" rather than just going out for dinner. Should be a really fun evening (we had to book it almost 2 months ago, so we've been looking forward to it for a while). Plus it's nice that the girls can be home on their own without a sitter, the benefits of kids getting older.
Good to hear from you all. Take care. Love, Donna
Rachel had a good competition this past weekend in Grand Rapids. Her solo recieved a "Platinum" rating and 9th overall for ages 12-14 in all dance catagories. Platinum is the best you can get, so we were thrilled...she has been close several times, but this was her 1st Platinum to date. Her group routines did well too with all three receiving "High Golds" (level below Platinum). We are off this weekend and then it will be back to Grand Rapids to compete the 27th & 29th.
Soon it will be Spring Break time (1st full week of April) we had planned to go to my sister's in Vail for some spring skiing, but with Dave having last week off without pay we have altered our plans to just go to visit my sister Barbara in Kansas for a few days (going on the 3rd and returning on the 7th). Marty and John may drive from Colorado to spend the weekend with us in Kansas too. I am looking forward to seeing my siblings.
Sounds like quite the trip for Paula's brothers, how great of them to be able to do that, I'm sure it will be an emotional trek.
Tennis is going well, I'm looking forward to competing next week (our first match ended up with the other team forfeiting, so I'm anxious to play a real match. Practices are going well and I'm enjoying it.
Dave's been treking to Grand Rapids for 2 days this week preparing for a certification exam on Lean Manufacturing. He'll take the certification exam Saturday, I have no doubt that he'll do well. Another thing that'll look good on his resume should it be needed.
We had a few warm day this week and boy was it nice, we're all ready for Spring! Planning our community garden plot again, this year we now have a better idea of what we'll plant for the best results given our space constraints. That time will be here before we know it.
Good to hear from you all. I'm off to work tonight at 10 p.m. at Kohls. I'm working 2-3 nights a week there and occassionally subbing so I'm keeping busy. After I get off work at Kohls at 6 a.m. I'll be subbing at 8:15 a.m. for an elementary school's music teacher for the morning...not my strongest suit, but I can do pretty much anything for 1/2 day. (I'll be sleeping after that).
Dave and I are going out with a group of couples (mostly neighbors) Saturday night to a neat downtown Kalamazoo restaurant called Zazios (we haven't had a nice dinner out in a long time, so we're really looking forward to this outing, especially because this one is a really special dining experience)we'll be doing the "chef's table" which means we sit in a special section where the chef talks about what he's preparing and demonstates as he prepares our 5 course meal right in front of us...takes over 2 hours, a dining "event" rather than just going out for dinner. Should be a really fun evening (we had to book it almost 2 months ago, so we've been looking forward to it for a while). Plus it's nice that the girls can be home on their own without a sitter, the benefits of kids getting older.
Good to hear from you all. Take care. Love, Donna
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
St. Patrick's Day in Appleton
Ahh yes, its Saint Paddy's day and we are hopin' for some of the green where there isn't any concrete! It's been nice to hear cardinals and robins for a few weeks, but seeing grass, even brown grass is a geat start to Spring. The temperature made it to 69 degrees here today, so I have no complaints. We haven't had any precipitation for 10 days, so flooding hasn't been a problem.
Paula and I are starting to get psyched up for our bowling event this weekend. Other than bowling using Duane and Amy's Wii system, its been a few years since I have thrown the rock. And, since Paula consistently beats me in Wii bowling, I am out to prove to her that its a very poor simulation of the real thing. Thanks to those of you who have donated to the event.
All 3 of Paula's brothers are in Viet Nam this week. Among other things, they are visiting the loacation where 40 years ago (to the day) many guys in David's platoon were killed. Its hard to imagine what war is like for young people who go across the world and fight or die in a foreign land.
Daniel was laid off for a week--which was supposedly indefinite, and then got called back last Monday to work by Eagle River again. He was looking for another job and is hoping to see what he can learn about a trade at FVTC, but that will have to be on hold for now. I think he is ready to move on to something different if he can find a job.
Jessica has been fortunate to NOT be one of about 30 teachers in the district to get pink slip notices. She is even hopeful to be at Huntley again.
Work is well for both Paula and me. Everyone I work with is nervous about the Organizaiton Optimization project that is going on at K-C. Announcements are expected in May-July. I expect that gloally it will be about 500-1,000, which isn't that many compared to what many other companies are doing. I am guessing we have about 50,000 employees world wide.
On Saturday, Paula found Lake Leaky Heater in the basement. Her first reaction was to check Hannah's room for a repeat of last summer's Lake Hannah. No damage other than a sore wallet. I hope that this heater will last longer (or not) than the 6.5 years that the last one did since they both have/had 6 year warranties.
Not much else to write about here until my garden seed order arrives!
Paula and I are starting to get psyched up for our bowling event this weekend. Other than bowling using Duane and Amy's Wii system, its been a few years since I have thrown the rock. And, since Paula consistently beats me in Wii bowling, I am out to prove to her that its a very poor simulation of the real thing. Thanks to those of you who have donated to the event.
All 3 of Paula's brothers are in Viet Nam this week. Among other things, they are visiting the loacation where 40 years ago (to the day) many guys in David's platoon were killed. Its hard to imagine what war is like for young people who go across the world and fight or die in a foreign land.
Daniel was laid off for a week--which was supposedly indefinite, and then got called back last Monday to work by Eagle River again. He was looking for another job and is hoping to see what he can learn about a trade at FVTC, but that will have to be on hold for now. I think he is ready to move on to something different if he can find a job.
Jessica has been fortunate to NOT be one of about 30 teachers in the district to get pink slip notices. She is even hopeful to be at Huntley again.
Work is well for both Paula and me. Everyone I work with is nervous about the Organizaiton Optimization project that is going on at K-C. Announcements are expected in May-July. I expect that gloally it will be about 500-1,000, which isn't that many compared to what many other companies are doing. I am guessing we have about 50,000 employees world wide.
On Saturday, Paula found Lake Leaky Heater in the basement. Her first reaction was to check Hannah's room for a repeat of last summer's Lake Hannah. No damage other than a sore wallet. I hope that this heater will last longer (or not) than the 6.5 years that the last one did since they both have/had 6 year warranties.
Not much else to write about here until my garden seed order arrives!
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Life in Holmen
Hi everyone,
well I wrote a long blog last night and lost it so I'll try again...
I can tell spring is approaching; Sami's kennel is under water, Claire is loving playing outside, Rob has started tomatoes under the grow lights, and I need to shop for a new swimming suit - UGH!
My job is going well; no bomb threats this year:) We're hoping the lumber industry picks up with the economy.
Claire had her 18 mo. checkup last week. Didn't even know it but she had an ear infection. The dr. said she must have a high pain tolerance, as she was smiling and happy throughout the visit. She weighed in at a "whopping" 18# 11 oz, which puts her below the 3rd percentile for weight and she continues to be at the 5th for heighth. Because she hasn't been gaining but is dropping on the curve, we were referred to a diatician to see how we might be able to "beef her up." We can't make her eat more (she does eat) but we're supposed to try little weighs to add more fat and calories to what she does eat. So, we've had pudding made w/ whole milk, dipping her apples in caramel, etc. I'm supposed to chart her intake this weekend so they can determine the calories she's taking in. She had been drinking TONS of liquids so they did a blood sugar level to rule out diabetes; we were THRILLED to get back normal results:) So now, it's back to trying to weight on her before being rechecked in 2 months. At that time, we'll also decide whether a speech/language eval is in order. She is delayed in her speech but had made gains since her 15 mo. checkup so we're putting that on hold. Still no "mama" or "dada," although she said that once. She has said a variety of words (moose, boots, horse, kiss, all done) but doesn't say them consistently. She is now signing "more" and we're working on some others. Overall, she is healthy and HAPPY!!!!
Rob and I are going to Vegas over Easter; Cindy (daycare) and Rob's parents will watch her.
Not much else....
Hope all is well w/ everyone,
Love,
Sue, Rob, Claire and Sami
well I wrote a long blog last night and lost it so I'll try again...
I can tell spring is approaching; Sami's kennel is under water, Claire is loving playing outside, Rob has started tomatoes under the grow lights, and I need to shop for a new swimming suit - UGH!
My job is going well; no bomb threats this year:) We're hoping the lumber industry picks up with the economy.
Claire had her 18 mo. checkup last week. Didn't even know it but she had an ear infection. The dr. said she must have a high pain tolerance, as she was smiling and happy throughout the visit. She weighed in at a "whopping" 18# 11 oz, which puts her below the 3rd percentile for weight and she continues to be at the 5th for heighth. Because she hasn't been gaining but is dropping on the curve, we were referred to a diatician to see how we might be able to "beef her up." We can't make her eat more (she does eat) but we're supposed to try little weighs to add more fat and calories to what she does eat. So, we've had pudding made w/ whole milk, dipping her apples in caramel, etc. I'm supposed to chart her intake this weekend so they can determine the calories she's taking in. She had been drinking TONS of liquids so they did a blood sugar level to rule out diabetes; we were THRILLED to get back normal results:) So now, it's back to trying to weight on her before being rechecked in 2 months. At that time, we'll also decide whether a speech/language eval is in order. She is delayed in her speech but had made gains since her 15 mo. checkup so we're putting that on hold. Still no "mama" or "dada," although she said that once. She has said a variety of words (moose, boots, horse, kiss, all done) but doesn't say them consistently. She is now signing "more" and we're working on some others. Overall, she is healthy and HAPPY!!!!
Rob and I are going to Vegas over Easter; Cindy (daycare) and Rob's parents will watch her.
Not much else....
Hope all is well w/ everyone,
Love,
Sue, Rob, Claire and Sami
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Monday, March 9, 2009
Saturday, March 7, 2009
Michigan happenings
Greetings all!
Last night Rachel had her first solo competition. She has a really fun tap routine this year to a cool blues instrumental piece called "Rollaway Jam". She got a "Top First" rating and placed in the "Top 10" (10th) overall for her 11 & 12 year old age category for all dance types, which was a good finish for her first competition of the year. She competes again next weekend with all her routines (1 solo and 3 group routines).
Nicole just wrapped up her Bantam basketball season,she did a good job overall. Dave did a good job coaching. There were many positive comments by parents regarding the improvement of their kids over the season and how much their daughters enjoyed playing this season. So that was nice to hear.
I am playing on a 2.5 tennis team now at the Y. We had our first matches Friday and won decisively (the other team didn't show up...forfeited)we were disappointed to not play, but we played against ourselves and had a good practice. We have 2 doubles teams and 1 singles (I've been selected to be the singles player...guess they think I have the endurance and can hustle good). We'll see... we play our next matches on the 17th.
Dave is officially "off without pay" for the next week as part of his company's plan to cut expenses. Going without a paycheck for a week stinks, but at least he still is employed and will hopefully stay that way. I'm still working at Kohls 2-3 nights a week and subbing occassionally.
A few weeks ago we went to Ohio to visit our old neighbors Don and Abbe Kennis who moved from the neighborhood 2 years ago. It was great to spend sometime with them and catchup.
Last Friday night we had Linus and Kelly VanderWyst spend the night with us. They were heading to a wedding in Ann Arbor on Saturday. It had probably been 10 years since we have seen them, but picked right up where we'd left off. It was really great to see them. Linus entertained the girls with stories of what he and Dave did as kids hanging out during the summers in Appleton.
Don't think there is anything else to report here. Sparky is back to his "sparky" self after being on death's door with pancreanitis 3 weeks ago...no more meat/fatty scraps for him anymore. Both dogs have since gotten their spring clips and look like pups.
Hope all is well with all of you. Enjoy hearing what's going on with you at school Hannah. Best to you all!
Love,
Donna
Last night Rachel had her first solo competition. She has a really fun tap routine this year to a cool blues instrumental piece called "Rollaway Jam". She got a "Top First" rating and placed in the "Top 10" (10th) overall for her 11 & 12 year old age category for all dance types, which was a good finish for her first competition of the year. She competes again next weekend with all her routines (1 solo and 3 group routines).
Nicole just wrapped up her Bantam basketball season,she did a good job overall. Dave did a good job coaching. There were many positive comments by parents regarding the improvement of their kids over the season and how much their daughters enjoyed playing this season. So that was nice to hear.
I am playing on a 2.5 tennis team now at the Y. We had our first matches Friday and won decisively (the other team didn't show up...forfeited)we were disappointed to not play, but we played against ourselves and had a good practice. We have 2 doubles teams and 1 singles (I've been selected to be the singles player...guess they think I have the endurance and can hustle good). We'll see... we play our next matches on the 17th.
Dave is officially "off without pay" for the next week as part of his company's plan to cut expenses. Going without a paycheck for a week stinks, but at least he still is employed and will hopefully stay that way. I'm still working at Kohls 2-3 nights a week and subbing occassionally.
A few weeks ago we went to Ohio to visit our old neighbors Don and Abbe Kennis who moved from the neighborhood 2 years ago. It was great to spend sometime with them and catchup.
Last Friday night we had Linus and Kelly VanderWyst spend the night with us. They were heading to a wedding in Ann Arbor on Saturday. It had probably been 10 years since we have seen them, but picked right up where we'd left off. It was really great to see them. Linus entertained the girls with stories of what he and Dave did as kids hanging out during the summers in Appleton.
Don't think there is anything else to report here. Sparky is back to his "sparky" self after being on death's door with pancreanitis 3 weeks ago...no more meat/fatty scraps for him anymore. Both dogs have since gotten their spring clips and look like pups.
Hope all is well with all of you. Enjoy hearing what's going on with you at school Hannah. Best to you all!
Love,
Donna
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
This and That
Hi Family,
Well, I hope you all still remember to check your blog. Hannah, we really enjoyed reading your blog. Thank you! Your classes sound interesting. Because of all your traveling, I'm sure that your Geography class is interesting to you. Maybe you get your interest of maps from your Dad??
Things have warmed up here. It has been in the high 80's for the last 6 days, with Sundays high of 91 being the high temp in the lower 48. We'll just enjoy it while it lasts.
A week ago Sunday our Tennis Club had a FUN tennis tournament. Grandpa and I were playing mixed doubles when he hurt his knee. It didn't hurt to walk or ride his bike, just the sideways motion. He went to see an orthopedic doctor today, and after an exam and x-rays, there might be a slight tear in the cartilage or meniscus. The doctor thinks it's a sharp edge (like a hang nail) that might wear off. They gave him a cortisone injection and told him to come back in a month. He can go back to tennis on Monday. Hope everything goes well.
Sis and Roy were here from Saturday until Tuesday. They were in Santa Fe to visit Tom and from here they were going to Texas to visit friends and sight see. We had a GREAT visit. Bernie is coming on the 17th for a week. It's great to have visitors!!
Hope to hear from all of you soon.
Love to all,
Grandma and Grandpa
Well, I hope you all still remember to check your blog. Hannah, we really enjoyed reading your blog. Thank you! Your classes sound interesting. Because of all your traveling, I'm sure that your Geography class is interesting to you. Maybe you get your interest of maps from your Dad??
Things have warmed up here. It has been in the high 80's for the last 6 days, with Sundays high of 91 being the high temp in the lower 48. We'll just enjoy it while it lasts.
A week ago Sunday our Tennis Club had a FUN tennis tournament. Grandpa and I were playing mixed doubles when he hurt his knee. It didn't hurt to walk or ride his bike, just the sideways motion. He went to see an orthopedic doctor today, and after an exam and x-rays, there might be a slight tear in the cartilage or meniscus. The doctor thinks it's a sharp edge (like a hang nail) that might wear off. They gave him a cortisone injection and told him to come back in a month. He can go back to tennis on Monday. Hope everything goes well.
Sis and Roy were here from Saturday until Tuesday. They were in Santa Fe to visit Tom and from here they were going to Texas to visit friends and sight see. We had a GREAT visit. Bernie is coming on the 17th for a week. It's great to have visitors!!
Hope to hear from all of you soon.
Love to all,
Grandma and Grandpa
Monday, February 9, 2009
Maps, maps, and more...yeah, you guessed...maps!
Well, I have been kept so busy lately by my geographic studies! I finally finished the intense J-term (read the whole Old Testament) and got back only to realize that the work is just beginning! I'm enjoying my classes. I'm taking 5 this semester. Public Speaking and Fitness for Life are nothing too difficult...I can handle that. Now the other three though...this might be an interesting semester. First there's intro to internat'l studies....lots of fun reading and discussion. Last class consisted of a quick crash course of world history since 1945! Then comes the actual world history class! It's 5 credit hours and already a lot information all at once. At least it's interesting! Then there's my 8:00 class....in the farthest building from my dorm....yay for early morning walks! At least the negative temperatures seem to have ended! But that class is my regional geography and it is probably the class that demands the most effort, but I've also been finding it to be the class I like the best so far. My friend Nicole is in that class with me and we have been living and breathing maps for the past week. Right now the focus is Europe. Guess what lecture included...a crash course in European history from the Greeks to the present. Anyways, I am now up to date on all the European countries and their capitals. Now it's time to work on rivers and cities and mountains and such.
So if anybody has questions about the geographic whereabouts of certain places in Europe. I will soon be the person to ask...hopefully.
Love you all!
So if anybody has questions about the geographic whereabouts of certain places in Europe. I will soon be the person to ask...hopefully.
Love you all!
Monday, January 5, 2009
HAPPY 2009
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL
Can you believe that it's 2009? The years are going way too fast! Hope you all enjoyed the Holidays and your lighter work schedule. Now you're ready to go back to work, full schedule..(??) Hannah, I'll bet you were excited to get back to college. Hope everything goes well for you.
Last week we received an email from Tom Gump saying he would be in this area later in the week and would like to visit us. So, he and his friend Carolyn came on Saturday and stayed overnight. We took a hike in the mountains in the afternoon, then played Mexican Train dominos after dinner. Tom is doing well, getting energy from the steroids he is on. He said that the people who had bone marrow trantsplants at the same time he did, and remained friends with are all dead. (3 or 4) We had a great visit. Also, Bernie is coming March 17-24. It is sooooo nice to have company.
Grandpa is just getting over a bad cold. He's still doing his share of hacking! So far I have been lucky.
I went to see a chiropractor today. My neck isn't too bad, but not good enough to sign off from my accident. Then we went to Best Buy to look at computers. I can't use the LifeCam I got from Sue for Christmas with this computer, so it's time to up grade. Of course we're pretty confused as to what to get. Another learning experience!!
I heard you all had a great time at your Christmas celebration in Appleton. Gary, I'm sorry we were not there to see the talent show!! Sue said she "laughed her head off".
Hope you all have a good week.
Love You and Miss You,
Grandma and Grandpa
Can you believe that it's 2009? The years are going way too fast! Hope you all enjoyed the Holidays and your lighter work schedule. Now you're ready to go back to work, full schedule..(??) Hannah, I'll bet you were excited to get back to college. Hope everything goes well for you.
Last week we received an email from Tom Gump saying he would be in this area later in the week and would like to visit us. So, he and his friend Carolyn came on Saturday and stayed overnight. We took a hike in the mountains in the afternoon, then played Mexican Train dominos after dinner. Tom is doing well, getting energy from the steroids he is on. He said that the people who had bone marrow trantsplants at the same time he did, and remained friends with are all dead. (3 or 4) We had a great visit. Also, Bernie is coming March 17-24. It is sooooo nice to have company.
Grandpa is just getting over a bad cold. He's still doing his share of hacking! So far I have been lucky.
I went to see a chiropractor today. My neck isn't too bad, but not good enough to sign off from my accident. Then we went to Best Buy to look at computers. I can't use the LifeCam I got from Sue for Christmas with this computer, so it's time to up grade. Of course we're pretty confused as to what to get. Another learning experience!!
I heard you all had a great time at your Christmas celebration in Appleton. Gary, I'm sorry we were not there to see the talent show!! Sue said she "laughed her head off".
Hope you all have a good week.
Love You and Miss You,
Grandma and Grandpa
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