Gamma Sharon's Life

Six Word Saturday

2011-12-31T16:40:00.000-07:00

Hope EVERYONE has a great Year!

This Six Word Saturday is a creation by Cate at Show my Face.
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Six Word Saturday

2011-12-10T08:47:00.000-07:00

A Whole Three Days Off! YEAH!

This Six Word Saturday is a creation by Cate at Show my Face.
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Six Word Saturday

2011-12-03T07:15:00.000-07:00

I Love Love Love Christmas Music!!!!!

This Six Word Saturday is a creation by Cate at Show my Face.
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Cancer: A Horrible Word, A Horrible Disease

2011-11-30T20:31:00.001-07:00

Wow, what an awful topic... but so much in my life right now!

My wonderful Hubby had some skin cancer removed late Oct (first time for him) my brothers have had to take care of that many times but it was a first for him and the word is just an awful thing to hear!

My beautiful cousin and my partner in crime was diagnosed with Breast cancer in mid November. She had surgery and has more treatment to come.

And last My Wonderful Uncle Chuck was diagnosed with a fast growing aggressive brain tumor a week before Thanksgiving. He is 85 years old and has driven up until a month ago. He is my God Father (the Cert above) and is a WWII Veteran. He is a Christian and he knows where he is going. He is the last of four brothers to go home. He has so many there that will welcome him with open arms. I can just see those four brothers sitting in there lawn chairs out in the front yard having a beer. They will be together again.

I will miss him with all my heart!

Six Word Saturday

2011-11-26T08:35:00.000-07:00

Bittersweet Thanksgiving, love you Uncle Chuck!!!

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About My Last Post

2011-11-16T09:29:00.001-07:00

A lot has been happening this year!
In April I decided to go into business for myself... I needed to be able to make my own work schedule with both of my daughters getting married sooooo......
I went full circle... In 1984 a friend and I opened a nail salon in Barstow, CA, called Fancy Fingers. I was pregnant with my first child, went to Barstow Beauty Academy, was state licensed as a manicurist and had my daughter all in the first 6 months of that year. A year later I gave up that salon and started working for a salon closer to where my hubby and I lived and about 8 months later started working in my home as a manicurist. At that time I was pregnant with my second child. I worked from my home for most of my girls upbringing. Sooo...

All these years later, never thinking that I would work as a manicurist again, I decided, with the encouragement of a friend, To Come full Circle....
I opened: FANCY FINGERS PLUS!
This salon has a little more to it than the first salon... of course I do nails (manicures, pedicures, acrylics, wraps, nail art, etc) there is a tanning room and that friend who encouraged me... she is a Certified Massage Therapist, so she has her own room that she works out of... BODY THERAPY BY ANGIE!

Without My HUBBY and that wonderful FRIEND, FANCY FINGERS PLUS would not exist!

A BIG THANK YOU TO BOTH OF YOU!!!!

SIX WORD SATURDAY

2011-05-14T09:27:00.000-06:00

NEW ADVENTURE!
I'm coming full circle!

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Six Word Saturday

2011-03-05T12:10:00.000-07:00

Non-smoker, Here I come!

March 12!

This Six Word Saturday is a creation by Cate at Show my Face.

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My Boo Turned 3 on the 10th

2010-12-14T11:13:00.000-07:00

Two weeks old... Baptized on Christmas Eve 2007!

Gamma and Her Boo!!!

Two Traveling Angels....... Another Email worth blogging about!

2010-12-02T00:02:00.000-07:00

I read my nieces blog and was inspired to use this email as a post. She works so hard and feels it gets her nowhere. I just want her to know that life is worth all the hardships as well as the wonders!

I love the tapestry analogy: when we look at our lives we see the back of the tapestry with all its knots and string hanging (because we just don't know everything and the whys that make up our life) but when God or our loved ones look down on us they see a Beautiful finished tapestry (because they see all the reasons and answers that make up our lives). That is what we have to look forward to when we get done with what God put us here to do.

So here is the email...

Two traveling angels stopped to spend the night in the home of a wealthy family.

The family was rude and refused to let the angels stay in the mansion's guest room.

Instead the angels were given a small space in the cold basement.

As they made their bed on the hard floor, the older angel saw a hole in the wall and repaired it.

When the younger angel asked why, the older angel replied, "Things aren't always what they seem"

The next night the pair came to rest at the house of a very poor, but very hospitable farmer and his wife.

After sharing what little food they had the couple let the angels sleep in their bed where they could have a good night's rest.

When the sun came up the next morning the angels found the farmer and his wife in tears.

Their only cow, whose milk had been their sole income, lay dead in the field.

The younger angel was infuriated and asked the older angel how could you have let this happen?

The first man had everything, yet you helped him, she accused.

The second family had little but was willing to share everything, and you let the cow die...

"Things aren't always what they seem," the older angel replied.

"When we stayed in the basement of the mansion, I noticed there was gold stored in that hole in the wall.

Since the owner was so obsessed with greed and unwilling to share his good fortune, I sealed the wall so he wouldn't find it."

"Then last night as we slept in the farmers bed, the angel of death came for his wife I gave him the cow instead.

Things aren't always what they seem."

Sometimes that is exactly what happens when things don't turn out the way they should. If you have faith, you just need to trust that every out come is always to your advantage. You just might not know it until some time later...

God's Blessings,
Sharon

Thankful Thursday

2010-10-07T10:06:00.001-06:00

Thankful Thursdays are all about taking the time to appreciate all the little things or big things that actually went right during the week and not focus on what went wrong!

This theme is possible because of the inspiration of another blogger, Pam at http://pamperspective.blogspot.com/

1. I'm so thankful... that both my girls are doing well in their new ventures. I am a worrier, and I will always worry about them, but I know God is looking out for them. Thank you Lord!
2. I'm so thankful... that I have had wonderful visits with my family this summer and I am getting more starting this Sat. through the hunting season!

3. I'm so thankful... that my Boo is having such a great time at daycare/pre-school! He came home the other day with a leaf man that he made and a painting of Fall trees. He is getting so big and I am so proud of him and his Mom... he can count to 5 now!

4. And of course... I'm so thankful... for my hubby who forever puts up with me and vice-versa.

5. I'm so thankful... for all of you who read my blog and leave comments... Thank you so much!

I know there is so much more to be thankful for, but I am going to leave it for now and get my house ready for more company!! WooHoo!!!

I think I am BACK! Lol

2010-09-30T10:26:00.000-06:00

Well, I am going to try.... I soooo miss blogging! I miss reading everyones blog and getting all that comment love!!

So, here is a wink from the Boo... and here's to keeping up on my Blogging.

Hope your week is going great!

SIX WORD SATURDAY

2010-08-14T10:11:00.000-06:00

All about Hubby, Turns 58 Sunday!

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What I've been up to... this summer

2010-08-09T08:21:00.001-06:00

Playing and going for walks with my Boo!

Yellowstone Park!

Family and Dane's smoked ribs, Mmmmm!

Gunnar loves riding in the back... and Mom is small enough to drive!

Quading in the Big Horn Mountains (the most beautiful place on earth).

And then of coarse, Taking care of my Boo! He is becoming such a Big Boy! Talking up a storm, putting words together, trying real hard to make full sentences. And best of all, he finally is calling me by name and he says his name... no more confusion between Gamma and Gunnar. Phonetically he pronounces his name: Gungar, just sooooo cute! He has my heart tightly clinched in his little fist and that is OK by me!

SIX WORD SATURDAY

2010-07-03T20:20:00.001-06:00

Great week... wishing it hadn't ended!

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SIX WORD SATURDAY

2010-06-12T02:03:00.002-06:00

Days of 49... fun, fun, fun.

And I am babysitting my Boo! Oh well, maybe next year my hubby and I can take in some of the festivities.
Hope everyone has a great weekend!

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IN MEMORY OF...

2010-05-29T22:27:00.000-06:00

Achaela, my granddaughter, my Mom and Dad and My Father-n-law.

You are missed, Little Girl!

I love you, Mom and Dad's!

There are so many more who have made my life worth living.

And last, but not least...

On this Memorial Day, to all those men and women who serve our country and to their families. Especially the families who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. You are loved and appreciated!

SIX WORD SATURDAY

2010-05-21T23:04:00.000-06:00

Sun, my garden, my family... Woohoo!!!

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Donkey, The Boo, and My Beautiful Daughters

2010-05-17T21:14:00.001-06:00

This sweet donkey was in my yard last week. Her name is Coca burr(not sure if I spelled that right), she is my neighbors and she decided she wanted to visit. I gave her celery and baby carrots and anything else that I could find ... Lol

Here, of course is my little Bug-a-Boo... he is getting really good driving his tractor. I am so very happy that the weather is getting warmer and he can get outside and play!

And my oldest entered the the first annual Artini Festival in Cody AND WON! She won the judges choice (the biggest prize). Her martini was called the Tikki-tini. It was good and I am not much of a drinker... Lol She won that huge shaker that is engraved 2010 Artini Festival, The Best Mixologist and $150 dollars. She entered on a whim but I guess it paid off. Lol

And then of course, my baby, she went back to Ca for a month and is back but will be moving back permanently to Ca in about a month. She is now engaged.

I haven't blogged for a while so I thought I would tell you a few things that have been happening around me. And there was more that was going to be said in this post but the words are just not coming right now. Lol

Six Word Saturday

2010-04-10T09:22:00.000-06:00

I am so ready for spring!!!

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Thankful Thursday #10

2010-04-08T10:38:00.001-06:00

Thankful Thursdays are all about taking the time to appreciate all the little things or big things that actually went right during the week and not focus on what went wrong!

This theme is possible because of the inspiration of another blogger, Pam at http://pamperspective.blogspot.com/

1. I am thankful... that my baby girl made it to CA okay. Also that she is on this wonderful new adventure... even though her Mamma misses her.

2. I am thankful... that my oldest baby girl misses her sister... there were times in their lives I didn't think they would ever love each other. I am blessed!

3. I am thankful... that my job is going well.

4. I am thankful... for the time with my Boo (Gunnar). Now that I am working, I don't get to see him as much. He still loves his Gamma though!

5. I am thankful... of course, for the wonderful man at my side and that his hand is healing nicely!

6.I am thankful... for all of my bloggy friends who stick with me at this time of absences in my blogging. Your comments are wonderful and the highlight of my day!

Happy Easter to all!

2010-04-04T11:28:00.001-06:00

A Letter from my Mom / Mama Kat's Writers Workshop

2010-03-10T21:18:00.001-07:00

1.) Write a letter to yourself from someone who has passed on. (ie: parent, grandparent, famous person, friend, pet, etc)

(inspired by Untypically Jia)

This is the prompt I chose... It was 11 years in Feb. since my Mom passed away, it will be 6 years in Sept. for my Dad and 5 years in Aug. for my granddaughter Achaela. All mentioned in the letter.

I know this sounds like a really sad prompt to pick, but it isn't. I love talking about what a wonderful Mom I had and I love when she visits me in my dreams!

Hi Sweetie,

Just thought I would jot down a note for you while I was thinking about it. First I want to tell you how wonderful it is here... you can't describe in words all the love you feel!

How are you? It has been a while since I have visited you in your dreams and wanted to tell you that I am keeping an eye on you from up here in heaven. BTW, you are doing a wonderful job with your kids and your grandson and of course, your hubby! Achaela is doing great up here with Grandpa and I. She wishes she could give you a big hug and a kiss... and she does on those occasions when you are feeling down, and so am I, so remember that! She does miss her Mommy so and her little brother. Make sure you tell Candace that and tell her that her Grandma comes down and gives her hugs often. She is doing such a wonderful job with that great-grandson of mine!

I so love what your hubby is doing with your kitchen and I really love that office/library with all the built in shelving and your desk that he created for you. You are blessed with such a wonderful man! So remember that too!

Tell Dana to be careful on her new venture and that I hope she is happy moving back to California. She has a really nice young man who truly cares about her. I am so happy for that!

Oh Sharon, I miss getting to talk to you everyday, but know that prayers of love are falling down on you from all who love you up here!!

Have fun with that new job of yours and MAKE sure you take care of YOU. I know how you put everything before YOU and stop taking care of what YOU need, so your Momma is telling you (in no uncertain terms) Take Care of You!

I love you and will visit you soon in those dreams of yours. Have the coffee ready so we can sit down and have a nice long chat!

Love, Mom

P.S. Give Candace and Dana a BIG hug and kiss from their Grandma!

Six Word Saturday

2010-03-06T21:18:00.000-07:00

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Just started my new job today!

My Baby is Moving Back to California (sigh)

2010-03-02T22:32:00.003-07:00

Here is my Baby!

Here she is at work and this is her last month.

She is my June baby... a true Gemini. Very loving and forgiving but with that wild side. She has givin me a lot of ~~wrinkles~~ ups and downs and sleepless nights but she is a love and I wish her all of God's blessings on her new venture. She is leaving at the end of this month and will be back in May to get all of her ~~shit~~ stuff... Lol, and then she will be a Cali girl again. I will miss my little girl, but this is where she wants to be! She just has to come and see her Momma often and of course, I will be knocking on her door a few times a year!

Here she is with Auntie Gla... both their shirts say La De Fricken Da.

They are both very bad girls! Lol

Perfect Little Snow Flakes

2010-02-17T16:21:00.000-07:00

It is the small things that just amaze me!

These first two pictures were on my back deck. We only got a small dusting last night but what fell were perfect little snow flakes.

And this last picture was in my front yard. You can see even the really small ones were star shaped.

"The Forgotten Garden" and "The House at Riverton"... Two Book Reviews

2010-02-04T13:09:00.002-07:00

The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton
"A foundling, an old book of dark fairy tales, a secret garden, an aristocratic family, a love denied, a mystery The Forgotten Garden is a captivating, atmospheric and compulsively readable story of the past, secrets, family and memory from the international best-selling author Kate Morton."

Such a good book! I would recommend this to everyone. The author weaves you through, back and forth from the early 1900's to 2005. I really like the way this author writes, she kept me enthralled in the book.
A mystery that makes you want to know the ending and yet you don't want it to end!

The House at Riverton by Kate Morton
"On the eve of a glittering society party, by the lake of a grand English country house, a young poet takes his life. The only witnesses, sisters Hannah and Emmeline Hartford, will never speak to each other again."

To me, another great read by Kate Morton! And again I would recommend this book of hers as I did "The Forgotten Garden". Her trademark seems to be the weaving back and forth through time. Another mystery to keep you enthralled and entertained. Read it, you wont be disappointed.

Six Word Saturday

2010-01-30T13:13:00.000-07:00

MY GRANDSON HAS GOTTEN ME SICK!

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Thankful Thursday #9

2010-01-28T11:31:00.000-07:00

2. I am thankful: that my daughter is finally going into a new phase of her life as a single Mom. She is so strong and courageous. She has single-handedly (without any help from the deadbeat ex) taken care of her house and home all by herself. I am proud of her and her ability. She is the Apple of her sons life!

3. I am thankful: that my husband still has the ability to make me laugh until I cry! And that will be a post.

4. I am thankful: for my youngest daughter who has such a BIG heart and gives support to all around her.

Six Word Saturday

2010-01-23T00:07:00.002-07:00

Divorce is here for my daughter!!!!

Sorry, the guy is really a Deadbeat and this has been in the works for 2 years, really longer (her whole marriage) and I have to add one more word!

YEAH!!!!!!

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CIRCLE OF FRIENDS AWARD

2010-01-22T22:05:00.003-07:00

I got this award from a Wonderful blogger at http://theredheadriter.blogspot.com/.

This is what she has written above her comment bar and I love this quote as well.

♥ "How rare and wonderful is that flash of a moment when we realize we have discovered a friend." ♥

~William E. Rothschild~

This is what this bloggy world is all about... making friends!

Thank you so very much for this wonderful AWARD!

Now here are the rules for this award:

Grab the award
Post it on your blog along with 5 things you love to do
And 5 other bloggers you want to recognize

Here's my list of the 5 things I love to do:

I love to have dinner (at my house or elsewhere) with all my family.
I adore camping and all that goes with it
Love love love to go 4-wheeling with my hubby
I love to get down on the floor and play with my grandson
Love love love dancing with my husband

Here's my list of recipients for this award:

To my lovely daughter Candace at: http://drinksanddiapers.blogspot.com/
To my niece Krystal at: http://efolieangel4.blogspot.com/
To a wonderful blogger Pam who does not participate in awards but I want her to have this one anyway at: http://pamperspective.blogspot.com/
To my cousin Jennifer who was my inspiration to blog at: http://lipstickandlaundry.blogspot.com/

Knitting By Anne Bartlett / A Book Review

2010-01-04T10:12:00.003-07:00

Knitting by Anne Bartlett

A very good book. It is a sad story that turns out to be a very good read and happy. Anne Bartlett weaves a story that is seamless in its exploration of healing, grace, and the search for meaning, both within oneself and in the larger community.

"Spinning, weaving, knitting, all part of the long tradition of women's work, skills that had survived even the efficiency of the industrial revolution. Why did people still do it?"

"Knitting" marks the debut of a writer whose work puts her in the company of writers such as Carol Shields, Barbara Kingsolver, and Louise Erdrich.

A Prayer Shawl

2009-12-14T13:22:00.019-07:00

I got this book last year with the intention of making a prayer shawl for my Mother-n-law last Christmas. It never happened, but it did this year!!!! YEAH!!! This is the end result.

I really like it!

I am in the process of making two more of them for a couple of special people... They are a different pattern... we will see if I get them done! Lol

A little side note: Now that hunting season is over I have the deer back in my yard... They are so beautiful with their winter fur.

GRANDMA'S HANDS (From an email)

2009-11-30T16:04:00.003-07:00

This moved me and I thought it worthy of a post!

Grandma, some ninety plus years, sat feebly on the patio bench. She didn't move, just sat with her head down staring at her hands.

When I sat down beside her she didn't acknowledge my presence and the longer I sat I wondered if she was OK.

Finally, not really wanting to disturb her but wanting to check on her at the same time, I asked her if she was OK. She raised her head and looked at me and smiled. 'Yes, I'm fine, thank you for asking,' she said in a clear strong voice.

'I didn't mean to disturb you, grandma, but you were just sitting here staring at your hands and I wanted to make sure you were OK,' I explained to her.

'Have you ever looked at your hands,' she asked. 'I mean really looked at your hands?'

I slowly opened my hands and stared down at them. I turned them over, palms up and then palms down. No, I guess I had never really looked at my hands as I tried to figure out the point she was making.

Grandma smiled and related this story:

Stop and think for a moment about the hands you have, how they have served you well throughout your years. These hands, though wrinkled shriveled and weak have been the tools I have used all my life to reach out and grab and embrace life.

They braced and caught my fall when as a toddler I crashed upon the floor.

They put food in my mouth and clothes on my back. As a child, my mother taught me to fold them in prayer. They tied my shoes and pulled on my boots. They held my husband and wiped my tears when he went off to war.

They have been dirty, scraped and raw, swollen and bent. They were uneasy and clumsy when I tried to hold my newborn son. Decorated with my wedding band they showed the world that I was married and loved someone special.

They wrote my letters to him and trembled and shook when I buried my parents and spouse.

They have held my children and grandchildren, consoled neighbors, and shook in fists of anger when I didn't understand.

They have covered my face, combed my hair, and washed and cleansed the rest of my body. They have been sticky and wet, bent and broken, dried and raw. And to this day when not much of anything else of me works real well these hands hold me up, lay me down, and again continue to fold in prayer.

These hands are the mark of where I've been and the ruggedness of life.

But more importantly it will be these hands that God will reach out and take when he leads me home. And with my hands He will lift me to His side and there I will use these hands to touch the face of God.'

I will never look at my hands the same again. But I remember God reached out and took my grandma's hands and led her home. When my hands are hurt or sore or when I stroke the face of my children and husband I think of grandma. I know she has been stroked and caressed and held by the hands of God.

I, too, want to touch the face of God and feel His hands upon my face.

Six Word Saturday

2009-11-21T08:19:00.000-07:00

House and home busy busy busy!

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2010 Support Your Local Library Reading Challenge

2009-11-20T15:02:00.004-07:00

I am going for "Just My Size" I will attempt to check out 50 books and read them. Wish me good luck! Lol

If you would like to participate you can get all the information from J. Kaye's Book Blog at http://j-kaye-book-blog.blogspot.com/2009/11/2010-support-your-local-library-reading.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+JKayesBookBlog+%28J.+Kaye%27s+Book+Blog%29 Sounds like fun and it is for a good cause!

WooHoo Another Award

2009-11-09T22:24:00.015-07:00

This award was given to me by a wonderful writer and bloggy friend at http://theredheadriter.blogspot.com/

She is writing about a very sensitive subject right now that we all should pay attention too... Abusive spouses.
"This award is bestowed on to blogs that are exceedingly charming. These kind bloggers aim to find and be friends. They are not interested in self-aggrandizement. Our hope is that when the ribbons of these prizes are cut, even more friendships are propagated. Please give more attention to these writers. Deliver this award to six bloggers who must choose six more and include this cleverly-written text into the body of their award." I'm going to give this award to:

1. Candace at: http://drinksanddiapers.blogspot.com/

2. Rocksee at: http://620to907.blogspot.com/

3. Krystal at: http://efolieangel4.blogspot.com/

4. Jennifer at: http://lipstickandlaundry.blogspot.com/

5. Crystal at: http://travelswithwolf.livejournal.com/

6. Tammy at http://tammysprinkle.blogspot.com/

Lots of Family

2009-10-29T15:32:00.008-06:00

Well they all got their deer and we had lots of family time!

We even got to go and have an old west picture done... Candace and Kyle (the only guy in the picture) had already gotten their deer so they got to be in the picture too... or it sort of happened that way! Lol

Gladeen was the tough Annie Oakley type, my daughter was the bottom of the barrel bar maid, I guess I was the floozy that was taking her booze for myself, Christy(the newest to the family)was the besotted bar maid for the only guy in the group and Roxanne was the prissy one in her uptown long dress and hat...Lol It was a lot of fun.

Candace and her deer... the biggest body and most meat out of all of them.

We got to go to Shell Falls a couple of times with different family members. Gladeen (my sister-n-law) took them about 3 times... I ended up being sick the whole time :( but I did make it with them one time. We also tried to go to Yellowstone but the roads were to icy and I am a chicken on bad roads.

Here is my great niece Jaelyn and my grandson watching Baby Einstein. Jaelyn could watch that whole show with out getting up once and she is just 14 months old... not my Boo though.

Jaelyn and Uncle Chuck. I love the way she is looking at him... she was very curious about his oxygen hose.

We had a full rainbow the last day... hard to see in this picture but it was beautiful!

A partial pile of the bedding that needed washed after they all went home... My cat Misty was in heaven!

And JoJo trying to keep me from doing all that wash... she lives to play!
Except for being sick, I had a wonderful two weeks catching up with family!
And now, hopefully, I can get back into my blogging... I miss it and the comments!

Catching up and feeling bad that it has taken me so long!

2009-10-08T21:51:00.006-06:00

The Redhead Riter is a wonderful blogger and writer... And this Award was given to me back in August by this wonderful writer... I know I know... I am an awful person but I am trying to make it right. Lol Truly, this just got by me without me knowing it! Thank you Thank you Thank you... I love getting awards! Go check out this wonderful blogger that leaves the sweetest comment love! http://theredheadriter.blogspot.com/

*The rules:
"The Humane Award" honors certain bloggers that I feel are kindhearted individuals. They regularly take part in my blog and always leave the sweetest comments. I love love love them!!!!!!

Their blogs are also amazing and are tastefully done. I thank them and look forward to our growing friendships through the blog world.

Link back to the person who gifted you with the award and share the love with other bloggers."

Now that I received the award, I am going to pass it along to 4 other bloggers who are deserving of the Humane Award - they stop by my blog often and leave such nice comments - thanks!! Please go check out their blogs as well.

1. Jen Sue Wild at http://lipstickandlaundry.blogspot.com/

2. My beautiful daughter Candace at http://drinksanddiapers.blogspot.com/

3. Pam at http://pamperspective.blogspot.com/ ... I know you don't do awards but I wanted to give this to you anyways... thanks for all the wonderful comments!

4. Crystal at http://travelswithwolf.livejournal.com/

Thankful Thursday #8

2009-10-08T00:59:00.000-06:00

Thankful Thursdays are all about taking the time to appreciate all the little things or big things that actually went right during the week and not focus on what went wrong!

This theme is possible because of the inspiration of another blogger, Pam at http://pamperspective.blogspot.com/

1. I am thankful ... that I was able to go to AZ for my nephews wedding. It was a double blessing because I got to visit with lots of family!

2. I am thankful ... that I just about have my house in order for all the company I will be getting starting on Fri. I will be picking up my beautiful niece and her boyfriend and my beautiful great-niece from the airport.Then her Mom and Dad (my brother Ted and sister-n-law Gladeen) will drive in from CA late Sat. afternoon. The next Sat. will bring another brother and his wife (Vern and Roxanne) with their son and his new wife (the wedding I just went too). Most of the work is done and it is almost time to just play and enjoy family!

3. I am thankful ... that my daughter went to the Doctor. I hope the med's make her feel better.

4. I am thankful ... that hunting season is here because it just makes my hubby so happy.

5. And as always, I am so thankful for my grandson Gunnar who makes my life full and tiring... Lol

First Snow of Fall

2009-10-05T11:16:00.003-06:00

Here it is on Saturday... sunny, temperatures in the late 60's early 70's, and of course my Boo waving to the camera... Then this morning we woke up to a beautiful white world, you can't see it in the pictures but it is still snowing. Smells so fresh, I love the first snow of the season... makes me want to curl up next to the fire and read a good book (which I haven't had time to do in a long while) with hot cocoa or something hot to drink in hand.

Back yard. There was quite a bit more snow when I woke up but of course I didn't get the picture taken until a few minutes ago.

Looking out from my front door, the mountains look really pretty in the back ground and by the tree the grass is still green. Just pretty!

The Secret Revealed

2009-10-01T16:30:00.009-06:00

I was so blessed that my sister-n-law (Roxanne) had a voucher for airline tickets that enabled me to go to my nephew, Kyle's, wedding! Roxanne wanted to keep it a secret from my brother and my niece and nephew, hence the secret, and it was fun to surprise them!

This is my brother Vern and his wife with their son in the background.
Here is the whole family at he rehearsal dinner.
Roxanne immediately put me to work helping with the last minute details and the wedding was a great success. Here is a picture of the newlyweds and the new addition to our family. I think my nephew Kyle made a wonderful choice in Christy!This was at the reception.

Here is the new Mr. and Mrs. Peterson

This is Jaelyn (the flower girl and my great niece, 13 months old) and Tristan (ring bearer 18 months old).
I really enjoyed getting to help and then I had some relaxing days that I didn't have to do anything but sit out by their pool. Here are some pictures of their backyard. It was very hot and I enjoyed every minute of it (hot flashes and all)!
The best part of all was getting to spend time with all the family.

The three sister-n-laws!

My brothers and I! We have to claim each other... Lol

Thankful Thursday #7

2009-09-03T22:17:00.003-06:00

Thankful Thursdays are all about taking the time to appreciate all the little things or big things that actually went right during the week and not focus on what went wrong!

This theme is possible because of the inspiration of another blogger, Pam at http://pamperspective.blogspot.com/

1. I am so thankful... that we almost have my daughters remodelling (this phase anyway) done! My hubby refurbished a head and foot board for her, we painted it and her dressers, we are trying to finish her living room that was actually started last year... it is really looking good.

2. I am so thankful... that my Boo is really starting to do a lot of talking... repeating words and putting them together. His face lights up when he realizes you understand him.

3. I am so thankful... that my hubby is going to see his Mom... she is getting really frail.

4. I am so thankful... that I have a secret that I can't disclose at this time. It is a surprise!

5. I am so thankful... that I was able to see the house my Dad was born in... here is a picture of it at about the time my Dad was born. That is my Uncle Leo standing in front of the porch.
Just look at the date written on the back of the picture. Probably in my Grandpa's writing.

Thankful Thursdays #6

2009-08-20T10:10:00.011-06:00

Thankful Thursdays are all about taking the time to appreciate all the little things or big things that actually went right during the week and not focus on what went wrong!

This theme is possible because of the inspiration of another blogger, Pam at http://pamperspective.blogspot.com/

1. I am so thankful... that we got my daughters yard all weeded and cleaned up! I helped her as part of her Birthday present.

2. I am so thankful... that my wonderful Husband reached his 57th Birthday on the 15th!

3. I am so thankful... that my Great Niece, Jaelyn reached her 1st Birthday on the 18th! She is precious, precious precious! And Beautiful!
4. I am so thankful... God and my Mom are up in heaven taking care of my beautiful baby granddaughter Achaela! I so miss being a part of that little girls life! She would have been 4 tomorrow.

5. And of course, I am so thankful for... My Boo! My Sweet grandson Gunnar. He is trying to kiss a butterfly in the picture! He is so loved by his Gamma!

Warnig, Hail the Size of Golf Balls

2009-08-08T22:37:00.008-06:00

Well, we had lots of fun yesterday... hail the size of golf balls and bigger!! Here is a picture of one of the smaller ones. I wished I would have gotten more pictures.

It blew a couple of holes in my daughters porch awning but no other real damage. Sure was strange watching it come down... looked like someone was up there throwing them down as hard as they could throw them.

I remember as a kid, we were camping in the Big Horns and it hailed. It dented our moter home all up on one side. What we had yesterday didn't last as long but it sure was bigger.

I Got Another Award... WooHoo

2009-08-03T13:14:00.014-06:00

All bloggers love comments. An award that recognizes great commenters is a brilliant idea. And that's the idea behind the You Don't Say Award. Pam at Pam's Perspective was kind enough to pass this award on to me.

Getting awards is always an honor but an award that recognizes those bloggers who consistently comment is a high honor indeed. The You Don't Say Award "... is for beautiful people who practice blogging etiquette by visiting or visiting back, and leaving comments. Their observations are apt and helpful and it's a pleasure to have them comment on your posts..."
Usually, I have a hard time deciding who to pass awards on to. It was a bit easier this time since the "rules" are so specific. I looked back on all my posts and tallied up all my comments. I am going to give this award to my top 4 commenters after my top commenter... Thank You Pam @ http://pamperspective.blogspot.com/

1. Rocksee at http://620to907.blogspot.com/

2.Rachel at http://alittlebitofkooky.blogspot.com/

3.The Redhead Riter at http://theredheadriter.blogspot.com/

4.Candace at http://drinksanddiapers.blogspot.com/ (my daughter)

Congradualations ladies. Thanks for always taking the time to visit. I enjoy reading and commenting on your blogs as well.

Just want to say Hi!

2009-07-31T10:05:00.004-06:00

I have been so busy, I haven't been able to get on here and spend the time like I want to...
First, we (my hubby and I) have gone up to the Big Horns quite a bit... it is so beautiful up there!
Second, the last two weeks I have been helping my daughter with all her yard work as part of her Birthday present. BTW, I got her a tea set from Naja Tea... you should check it out at http://www.najatea.com/. It was a beautiful set.
Hopefully, I will be back in the swing of things before to long!

I Thought This Worthy of Posting

2009-07-22T15:01:00.002-06:00

I received this as an email... thought I would post it!

"An Iowa boy

.... John Gebhardt works at the Cargill plant in Eddyville, Iowa.

Wouldn't it be fitting if this went completely around the world!.....

This needs to make headline news ... not some of the other junk that makes the news these days! Like the Rosie O'Donell war of words ... celeb weddings .... who's not wearing undies ... etc.

It's a tough, but heartwarming story ..... with a picture of John Gebhardt in Iraq.

John Gebhardt's wife, Mindy, said that this little girl's entire family was executed. The insurgents intended to execute the little girl also, and shot her in the head ... but they failed to kill her. She was cared for in John's hospital and is healing up, but continues to cry and moan. The nurses said John is the only one who seems to calm her down, so John has spent the last four nights holding her while they both slept in that chair. The girl is coming along with her healing. He is a real Star of the war, and represents what America is trying to do.

This, my friends, is worth sharing. Go for it!! You'll never see things like this in the news. Please keep this going. Nothing will happen if you don't, but the American public needs to see pictures like this and needs to realize that what we're doing over there is making a difference. Even if it is just one little girl at a time.

James Gates
U.. S. Navy"

Just Me and My Husband!

2009-07-20T09:24:00.005-06:00

The last two Thursdays, my hubby and I have taken our quads up to the Big Horn Mtn's. He took me places I have never been (and I have loved the Big Horns for as long as I can remember). Here is some pictures...

The smell of the Pine trees... wonderful!

This is my hubby... that snow was so deep. The next week when we went up, a lot more had melted. We were over 9000 ft. in the area below where he is standing.

It is time to do some camping... I am so ready to get up there and stay at least a week!

The Boo and 4th of July

2009-07-14T12:02:00.005-06:00

On the 4th the town had a community picnic with games and such... Gunnar was to young or to little but no matter... he LOVED the slide.

He wouldn't let go of Papa during the fireworks! No way!

Happy Birthday To My Daughter

2009-07-12T09:40:00.007-06:00

At 12:34am, 25 years ago, God blessed my husband and I with a beautiful baby girl.
We named her Candace Erika!

http://drinksanddiapers.blogspot.com/

Happy Birthday Beautiful Baby Girl!

Your Mom and Dad Loves you very much!!!

A Mom's Breaking Heart

2009-07-10T07:42:00.004-06:00

When I was growing up my little brother and I fought like cats and dogs. I remember I was a Senior in HS and we had a doesy of a fight and I am talking physical... A SENIOR IN HIGH SCHOOL! I think that was the last major fight. As you get older, you just learn your siblings and act accordingly. There has been words, but no real harm... just getting things straight!

My little brother is on the left and I am next to him.

Now my girls are 25 and 23 and I am wondering when they are going to realise this... they each have their own idiosyncrasies and they need to learn them and go on knowing that they still love each other (a mothers hope) no matter the conflict!Now my youngest was a challenge, but I do see her trying very hard to make the wrongs in the past right... but sometimes her temper truly does get the best of her... and it doesn't help that they work together. And my oldest, is having a very hard time letting go of the past.

This Mom's hope is that one day they can truly go forward... and be sisters who can know how the other is and go forward knowing there is always the love that surrounded them when they were growing up!

All you Mom's out there, know that this is the most important prayer you can ask God... that your children get along and love each other when they grow up!

Independence Day

2009-07-04T08:22:00.003-06:00

Thank You to all of our military and their families that has brought us freedom! You are awesome!!!

One Tired Gamma

2009-06-30T13:33:00.005-06:00

Been taking care of the Boo for 4 days and nights... wiping sweat off with back of hand across forehead ... swooshhhhh

Here is a picture that Uncle Ted and Aunt Gla will love... they got Gunnar a stuffed deer head when he was born and my Husband mounted it. It has yet to be hung on the wall but he just loves this deer! He hugs it and kisses it right on the end of its nose!
He is getting so grown up! Here he is helping Papa water the trees (he is lounging on the back of the quad while Papa does all the work) Lol.
Don't you just love our make shift watering tank. Lol

I GOT IT!!!

2009-06-27T13:42:00.004-06:00

I am so excited... still. I don't usually win things so excuse me for all my exuberance... Yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhh

I got the giveaway from Rocksee @ At the Porch Swing ... http://620to907.blogspot.com/

Here is a picture of it with all my junk in it!

Thank you Again Rocksee!

Déjà vu / Writer's Workshop

2009-06-22T15:15:00.008-06:00

I decided to link this post to http://mamakatslosinit.blogspot.com/2009/07/writers-workshop-parfait-with-no-nuts.html
It goes with her #1 prompt.

So, I am taking care of the Boo and it was nap time! He had his lunch, his bottom was changed (mind you, he already pooped) and I put him in bed! He always plays for a little bit before he goes to sleep. About 20 minutes later he still hasn't fallen to sleep so I figure he just isn't ready quite yet so I open the door to his room... and stop dead in my tracks, my hands fly to my face and I make a huge suck in your breath kind of noise and just stand there for at least ten seconds...

In my mind I fly back about 24 years in time... walking into my daughters room to lay her back down and tell her to go to sleep (I had already been in there several times and got after her for taking her diaper off)... stopping dead in my tracks, seeing red oh so much red... next thing I know my kid is in the bath, I am scrubbing her from head to toe because there isn't one place on her that doesn't have poop. It was all over the wall next to her crib, all over her crib and bedding, up and down each spoke of the crib... when it was all cleaned up and she was put back in her bed to take a nap (mind you I was big fat pregnant with my next child) I start crying and call my Mom to tell her what a horrible Mom I am because I don't remember everything that happened when I was seeing red and her asking me if she was alright and me saying yes and so on and so on...
[In the Picture is Candace and I... oh, a couple months after this event.]

Fast forward back 24 years ahead to the same scene only its my grandson and thinking, this is not how it is suppose to happen... my daughter is suppose to be calling me and telling me that there was sh*t all over.

I come to my senses and my hands are still on my face only this time my sweet Boo is looking up at me (with poop all over him) and has a smile on his face and is waving at me. (my heart melted)

I want you to know that at the age of 47 and with grandchildren I have so much more patience.

I turned around and went into the bathroom and started warming the water(I have a sprayer) in the tub... went into the Boos room and very carefully picked him up and put him in the tub, sprayed all the major pieces from him scrubbed him from head to toe, cleaned out the tub while he stood at the end of the tub, refilled the tub and cleaned him again from head to toe... all the while he is not saying or smiling or waving or anything because he knew Gamma was mad, got him lotioned and dressed, we went back into his room and I set him down on the bed in that room and told him not to move and he watched while I tore all the bedding off the crib, scrubbed all the poop off all the spokes of the crib, threw the pacifier away because it had poop all over it and got him a new one (I so wanted to clean his mouth with peroxide or something because I knew he had to of put it in his mouth with poop on it... Yuck), remade the crib put him in it and told him to go to sleep. I walked out and I never heard a peep.

I want you to know he was so good through all that, if he started to grab something or move, I would tell him not to move and he would stand there or sit up and put both hands in his lap. My poor Boo, Gamma was mad at him and he wasn't quite sure what to do.

When my daughter came to pick him up, she got quite a tongue lashing that turned into laughter. I told her it wasn't fair... it was her turn to clean up all that poop. Lol

I never saw red though, so I think I am a better Granma than I was a Mom!

HAPPY HAPPY FATHER'S DAY

2009-06-21T13:20:00.003-06:00

To all those Dads out there... hope your day is great!

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Summer Reading Challenge 2009

2009-06-19T14:24:00.010-06:00

I heard about this Challenge from J.Kayes Book Blog, here is her post about it... http://j-kaye-book-blog.blogspot.com/2009/06/new-book-challenge.html

Challenge: Summer Reading Challenge 2009

Start date: June 21, 2009

Finish date: September 21, 2009

Hosted By: A Southern Daydreamer Reads at http://asoutherndaydreamerreads.blogspot.com/2009/06/summer-reading-challenge-2009.html

Go on over to her blog to read the rules and take the challenge.

Here is my unfinished list:

The Gargole by Andrew Davidson
Enchantments by Linda Ferri
Mudbound by Hillary Jordon
R is for Ricochet by Sue Grafton
Two for the Dough by Janet Evanovich
The Wednesday Letters by Jason F. Wright
Stolen Innocence by Elissa Wall
Handle With Care by Jodi Picoult

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Thankful Thursday #5

2009-06-17T14:43:00.006-06:00

This theme is possible because of the inspiration of another blogger, Pam at http://pamperspective.blogspot.com/

I am having such a tough time thinking of things this last couple weeks. My mind needs to slow down and smell the roses. So here goes...

1. I am so thankful for... My Aunt Vaunnie who had a horrible fall and is doing very well now.

2. I am so thankful for... Rocksee and her blog, At the Porch Swing at http://620to907.blogspot.com/. She has made me laugh and cry. She seems to me, a pretty strong young lady... she has to be to be a dispatcher. Thanks again Rocksee, for the wonderful giveaway on your 100th blog. Hope all your dreams come true in Alaska!

3. I am so thankful for... God and all the things He does in my life!

4. I am so thankful for... My Girls, they are wonderful to their Mother.

5. And of course, I am so thankful for... My Boo! My Sweet Baby Boy would not take a nap and then fell asleep in his high chair.

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A Blast from the Past

2009-06-12T13:24:00.031-06:00

It all started 27 years ago today!

Rehearsal Dinner... really we were happy!

And "THE DAY" in 1982...

And then came the girls, in 1984 and 1986...

Some New Years Eve... look at that hair!!!

The late 1990's...

And 2007, at our Grandson's Baptism

And of course, our Anniversary dinner 6-12-09

(well it isn't the dinner but the kids rodeo... I was an idiot and forgot to take a picture at our dinner last night)

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Stinky Dog = Stinky House!

2009-06-09T20:40:00.006-06:00

Oh my poor nose... Lol

The new dog (Ruger) gets my hubby up every morning at 5:30 to take him outside... when you gotta go, you gotta go! Anyways, Sat morning was no exception. But.......... Ruger decided to play with a skunk... Lol

Splat... spray... etc! Very stinky dog!!! Very stinky BIG dog!!! So... the online search genius (my hubby) reads everything he can about how to get this stuff off an animal along with the stink. This is what he came up with...

Here is a picture of Dane washing him with a gallon of peroxide, 1/2 cup of baking soda and dish soap all mixed together. After you get it on the dog and scrub him really good it is suppose to sit on him for ten minutes. Dane had to scrub him down with this mixture twice. and it worked for the most part but he was also splat... sprayed on the face and ear.

Couldn't really scrub his face with that mixture so he tried to at least get it on there so it could sit for the ten minutes, but it didn't work as well. Lol

When that was all done he was rinsed off and brought into the house where we proceeded to give him a bath as well hoping that would help around the face... maybe it helped a little... maybe. The hubby couldn't handle it so when that was done he sprayed him with some of his cologne (mind you it was the kind I can't stand). Of course, he didn't want to waste his good stuff on a dog. Lol

Three days later, I think the smell is almost gone... I had to throw away the flea coller (it was so bad, I guess that plastic or whatever it is made out of soaks it in) And I think his regular coller is also going in the garbage. I can't get the smell out of it!

Anyway, hope everyone had a great weekend!

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Thankful Thursday #4

2009-06-04T21:59:00.003-06:00

This theme is possible because of the inspiration of another blogger, Pam at http://pamperspective.blogspot.com/

1. I am so Thankful... that my Locker (a Jack Russell Terrier) is feeling better even though we wont have her for much longer. She has a rare form of bladder cancer.

2. I am so Thankful... that I am finally sitting down and writing this post. Like Pam, I think it is good to think back over your week (this is 2 for me) and appreciate the big and little things that happen in your life.
3. I am so Thankful... that my baby (Dana, my youngest) has turned 23 today.

4. I am so Thankful... that my oldest has found a friend (maybe a boyfriend) that is responsible and seems like an upstanding young man. He is in the Army and has been in Iraq where he got hurt serving our country and is now home.

5. I am so Thankful... that my hubby is almost done with that wonderful pantry he is building me.

6. I am so Thankful... that I found the material to finish the skylights in my new L/O. I am going to re-upholster my desk chair and make a message board with it as well.

7. I am so Thankful... that my middle toe is feeling better since I wasn't watching where I was going and broke it while stubbing it. I don't really know if it is broke but if it isn't, it was the worst pain I felt in a long time.

8. And of course... I am so Thankful... for my sweet, starting his terrible 2's early, beautiful grandson. He is way fun now learning all there is and especially the things he isn't suppose to do. I have so much more patience with him than I did my own.

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CHAOS

2009-05-27T21:22:00.006-06:00

OH MY GOSH!!! What a mess!!!

On the left will be my new built-in pantry, woohoo... on the right is what my kitchen looks like since I have no place to put all my food! There isn't a counter empty or my table for that matter... we ate left overs last night and ate take out grinders tonight. No way am I trying to cook without any counter space. Ugh!!! I am just about done with the primer coat and the hubby has to put up a few more shelves and then at least I can get the food off my counters. Yeah! It is so close to being done... thank goodness, or I might just go crazy... really crazy! Can't wait until he has the doors done etc.

And in the midst of it all I have a sick little girl (Locker, my Jack Russel). Doctors are not sure what is wrong with her.... In this picture she just got a bath and is snuggling up with Daddy. I just love my little fat girl. She has had pancreatitis off and on almost from day one, that is why she is considered obese. She has always been a sickly dog. Truly, she doesn't get any junk food and she can only eat the chicken jerky treats (the only thing that won't make her sick) and get only two half pieces a day.

Anyways, I have two more dogs to give a bath. Oh boy, lucky me!!! Lol

Hope everyone had a great day,

In Memory of...

2009-05-24T11:30:00.014-06:00

Achaela, my granddaughter, my Mom and Dad and My Father-n-law.

There are so many more who have made my life worth living.

I also want to give a BIG Thank You, on this Memorial Day, to all those men and women who serve our country and their families. Especially the families who have paid the ultimate sacrifice.

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All about the Boo!

2009-05-19T13:00:00.009-06:00

Me and my Boo (Gunnar). Being a Gamma is the best. He is doing so many things, sometimes very frustrating but never boring!
And sometimes pretty hard on this 47 year old Gamma's bones.

This was so funny... he had me rolling on the floor. He loves the spray bottle... he just doesn't realize he needs to point it away from his face.

In this picture you can see the bottle spraying and his eyes are closed... he would jump every time. Way to funny... what a nice Gamma to just sit there laughing. Lol

Here he is relaxing with Mom and hamming it up for Gamma.

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Thankful Thursday #3

2009-05-14T09:10:00.006-06:00

This theme is possible because of the inspiration of another blogger, Pam at http://pamperspective.blogspot.com/
I am having such a hard time thinking. Here goes...

1. I am so thankful... that I had my mom as a Mom.
Since it has been Mom's week, I thought I would mention her... she was a big impact in my life!
2. I am so thankful... that I have a wonderful Aunt who can take care of my grandson when I have to go someplace.
3. I am so thankful... that I have two wonderful strong daughters who stand up for what is right in this world even if it means harm can come to them.
4. I am so thankful... that I have a roof over my head and a hubby who knows when I need a break.
5. I am so thankful... that I have some wonderful bloggers that leave such wonderful comments.
6. I am so thankful... for everything, period.

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My Mom

2009-05-12T10:22:00.008-06:00

Today is my Mom's Birthday...
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY MOM!!

This is her wedding day, she was 18 years old and her and my Dad eloped on that August day at the disapproval of both my Grandmas... Moms Mom didn't speak to my Dad for months.
To the right, quite a few years down the road, I was in High school when this picture was taken.

Mom died in 1999 on February 13 at the age of 59 from complications of cancer. I miss her everyday, even 10 years later. We always celebrated her Birthday and Mothers day at the same time.
She was my best friend and I still catch myself thinking "I need to call Mom and tell her ...." Then I remember. My favorite thing to do is dream of her... it is like we are getting to visit.
Anyways, this post is dedicated to her... I love you Mom!

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HAPPY HAPPY MOTHERS DAY!!!

2009-05-09T21:23:00.002-06:00

Here's hoping every Mom out there has a very special day!

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What I've been up to...

2009-05-08T21:17:00.014-06:00

Remember this...

Now it looks like this...

That wall will have built in cupboards and a pantry and that drywall on the ceiling well.. it is very heavy! But we finally got it up there and my Hubby filled in the screws and seams like a professional... I think he is a professional! He got all the electrical done as well.

In the midst of all this he has done a CAD job for his business and he built me a garden box. I am truly spoiled!

We have also planted some pine trees and have about 35 Evergreens we want to plant on the other side of the house as a wind break. Woo... still lots to do!

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THANKFUL THURSDAY

2009-05-01T13:02:00.002-06:00

Boy, am I late for Thursday, but at least I am getting it done! :0)
This theme is possible because of the inspiration of another blogger http://pamperspective.blogspot.com/

1. I am so thankful that my youngest (Dana) got home from CA safely.

2. I am so thankful that she also took her dog home. (we are down to 3 dogs now)

3. I am so thankful that I got my taxes paid and have a plan in place to make it easier next year.

4. I am so thankful that my Boo is feeling better. (those darn teeth)

5. I am so thankful that we have started the second phase of our remodeling. I can't wait until I have my kitchen back in order.

6. I am so thankful that my oldest is doing something about her doldrums.

I know there is so much more to be thankful for... but... the brain is just not working properly!

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I HAVE BEEN AWARDED! WOOHOO

2009-04-29T09:34:00.017-06:00

Wow, I am so blessed. This blog world is just too fun! I have received two awards... woohoo... from a wonderful blogger... Pam at
http://pamperspective.blogspot.com/. I love this part-time librarians blog and I think you will to... so go and visit her, you wont be disappointed.

Here's the first award. The Lemonade Award:

The lemonade award is for showing great attitude and/or gratitude. Each award has a pay it forward concept...

The Rules:
1. Put the logo on your blog, nominate at least 10 blogs, which show great attitude and/or gratitude.
2. Be sure to link to your nominees within your post.
3. Let them know that they have received this award by commenting on their blog.
4. Share the love and link to this post, and/or to the person from whom you received your award.
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Here's the second award. Kreativ Blogger Award:

The Rules:
1. List 7 things that you love.
2. Link to the person who has tagged you
3. Choose 7 more bloggers to receive the Kreativ Award.

OK, here goes. 7 things I love:
Some of Pam's answers were right up my alley, so I used a couple of them...
1. Dark Chocolate... Mmmmm
2. Sleeping in
3. My New Library/Office that my Hubby built from the floor up.
4. My daughters and grandson
5. This bloggy world
6. My hubby's cooking... Mmmmm
7. The Big Horn Mountains in WY... so beautiful and peaceful

Now its time to pay it forward. I'm passing these amazing awards along to the following wonderful bloggers:

Candace at: http://drinksanddiapers.blogspot.com/
Jen at: http://lipstickandlaundry.blogspot.com/
Crystal at: http://travelswithwolf.livejournal.com/
Robin (one of my first followers) at: http://robinlynnethesecond.blogspot.com/
Cindy at (also one of my first followers): http://artspectrum.blogspot.com/
Rachel at: http://alittlebitofkooky.blogspot.com/
Brenda at: http://inthetreetop.blogspot.com/
Chris at: http://j-a-girl.blogspot.com/

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THANKFUL THURSDAY

2009-04-23T19:42:00.010-06:00

This post is possible because of the inspiration of another blogger. She has kindly let me use her Thankful Thursday theme. Go visit her at http://pamperspective.blogspot.com/

1. I am so thankful for a husband that is so talented. He is a fantastic woodworker.

2. I am so thankful that my youngest (Dana) made it to CA, driving by herself, in one piece.

3. I am so thankful that my oldest (Candace) http://drinksanddiapers.blogspot.com/ through all her hardships is doing good. She is a trooper and is doing a wonderful job with her son as a single Mom.

4. I am so thankful that my fibro flare-up seems to be calming down.

5. I am so thankful that I have wonderful people in my life that truly care about me.

6. I am so thankful that I have a most wonderful sister-n-law (Gladeen) and cousin (Tracey) that lets me spew all my frustrations and get them off my chest. And without judging me.

7. And of course, I am so thankful for my beautiful grandson Gunnar.

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This and That

2009-04-22T09:52:00.006-06:00

I keep thinking to myself... I am going to get a post done, but it hasn't happened so I am just going to write about a little that has been going on!
The L/O is coming along, quite a mess right now but it will get there. I got my computer set up in there and am trying to get all my books in some semblance of order and on the shelves.
My Fibro has kicked in this last week and a half making it hard to think much less get any work done... but I keep plugging along.

I had a nice visit with a wonderful lady on Sunday. She is one of those people that would just do anything for you. I helped her get her computer set up in her office (she also is in the middle of remodeling her home).

I know that I have been busy but the words just wont come right now. So when this flair up calms down I will be back at it.

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Over the Weekend

2009-04-14T09:47:00.005-06:00

Well, the last few days have been interesting. Not only do we have my youngest staying at home for a few weeks, we have her dog (Dot to the right) as well.

Then on Sat. a stray showed up, very very skinny and in need of TLC. My hubby just fell for this dog... I have never seen him do this before! Normally it is me that thinks we need to save every stray etc. that needs our help. Not this time... IT'S THE HUBBY! I think his name will be Ruger! So now we have 4 dogs 5 when my oldest brings her dog over (I babysit my grandson and Candace's dog Juno) a cat (Misty) and a bird (Sinbad).

On top of that, we are still in a construction zone. But my L/O is almost finished. We got the floor in and my roll top in but Hubby is still putting shelves in on the left under the workspace toward the back.

And of course, here is my Boo with his Easter Basket!

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2009-04-12T10:47:00.001-06:00

HAPPY EASTER TO ALL!!!!

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It is so close!

2009-04-10T10:06:00.010-06:00

As you can see the other side is almost done. I am so excited for it to be done!!! In more ways than one! hehe haha

Happy Good Friday to all!

It has been a pretty busy week and a little sad... went to a funeral on Tues. of a dear friend who was 95 years old and he was married for 68 years! They are the most precious couple. I was ok until I saw Lovina (his wife) get out of the car for the service and then it took all I had to not just break down and cry in front of all. He had a wonderful long life that was full of family and serving God with his wife next to him. I know God welcomed him with open arms! I am going over to visit Lovina today before she leaves to go back to CA.

Oh and if you have some time go and visit my daughters site at http://drinksanddiapers.blogspot.com/

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More Construction!

2009-04-03T12:25:00.016-06:00

One side is done and he has started working on the other.

See those handles on the drawers, my hubby made them to match my desk! He is so talented!
He has had several jobs that he had to get done for his business, but he is back in full swing on my L/O. Yeah... Yeah... Yeah...

Here is some before pictures...

God's Blessings, Sharon

What gadget is at the top of your wish list? And a little on my Boo!

2009-04-02T10:49:00.007-06:00

I do love gadgets! Right now the one I want the most is a way to plug in my MP3 into the speakers of my truck. I have bought the one that you plug into your lighter but it uses a static channel on your radio in able to hear it through your car speakers. I live in a rural area and so this does not work real well... or I don't know what I am doing! Anyway, I love to listen to books when I am in my car going some place and I love my MP3 but I want it to work in my truck.

And of course I cant quit this post without a picture of my Bug-a-Boo. His first ever... Cinnamon roll.

And then his Mom teaching him a very bad thing. Sticking his tongue out with food on it! Just because Mom didn't want her picture taken.

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From Mamma Kats prompts:

2009-03-26T11:36:00.004-06:00

I am praying for... My Beautiful Daughter!She is the child that did everything right... with a few mishaps but nothing to really speak of... well, she snuck(is that a word... oh well, I'm using it) out of the house one night, but then she couldn't handle it and told on herself. That is my girl in a nutshell.

Anyway, she has had nothing but heartache since her first year of college. She ended up getting married (shes the girl that wants the big happy family, a wonderful devoted husband, lots of kids and the white picket fence) instead she got the opposite. An alcoholic husband that did nothing unless she got mad, drank himself to oblivion everyday, couldn't really keep a job for any amount of time, he had a daughter that was 7 when they got married and used her to drink because he couldn't have her full time... in reality he could have (the mother was out of the picture) but then he wouldn't be able to party. As it was, he only got her on some weekends because the grandparents trusted my daughter. In 2005 she got pregnant and in her 9th month lost the baby (Achaela was her name) when she had a total eruption of the placenta. Achaela bleed to death and Candace was doing the same. Very hard, Very painful physically and emotionally!!! She was a beautiful baby girl who looked like Candace and her sister, my youngest, when she was a baby. I just threw up my hands and told God that I wasn't going to ask questions on this one. It just didn't make sense, especially when you see women out there getting abortions, or not taking care of there babies. That is just the kind of stuff that goes through your head. The hardest thing about it besides the mourning of that beautiful grandchild was watching my daughter go through something so horrific, it still brings me to my knees just thinking about it. Mom's are suppose to be able to make things better, but this was in God's hands not mine. While she was still in the hospital, her husband was drunk, just another excuse for him to drink. I know, that is horrible of me to say but that is how I feel! My nephew happened to be at there house and was able to drive Candace to the hospital because the deadbeat husband couldn't, he was drunk. I lived about 40 minutes away and Candace could have died along with her baby that night. I thank God that my nephew was there. Losing a child, it is something that you do not get over, you learn to live with it but you don't get over it! For months, I was still in fear that I would lose my daughter. Everyone goes through grief differently, but I just couldn't imagine what my daughter was going through and her depression was almost more than I could handle. Anyway there marriage was so dysfunctional, he would drink, she would get mad and he would stop for a few days and then back at it again. She left him twice before she really left him. Before that happened she had a miscarriage and a month later got pregnant again with her oh so beautiful son, my little Bug-a Boo. 3 weeks after Gunnar was born her husband ended up yet again, in rehab. He left to early and Candace gave him one more chance, needless to say she is now a single Mom and is doing a wonderful job. She just didn't want her son around a dad like that! All this heartache has taken its toll on her and sometimes she is just so bitter it scares me. I love her so much and I just want her to get her dream of that wonderful hubby and more children. I pray daily that she will have that dream.

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My Hubby and I

2009-03-24T09:36:00.005-06:00

What are your middle names? Ellsworth and Lorraine... mmmm sounds like a match.
How long have you been together? 28 years as of Feb. 2. Married 27 years in June.
How long did you know each other before you started dating? Zip, nada, none... it was a blind date. It was arranged by a mutual friend.
Who asked whom out? Again, it was a blind date.
How old are each of you? 56 and 47 ... we are 9 years and 5 months apart.
Whose siblings do you see the most? Mine, my hubby likes to hunt and so do my brothers.
Which situation is the hardest on you as a couple? Money money and money, of course you could throw a kid or two in there every once in a while.
Did you go to the same school? Nope, he was a Fontana High boy and I was an Eagle Mtn. Eagle.
Who is smarter? My hubby, but I run a very close second. He is a math wiz, not my best subject. Don't tell him I said so Candace, I will never hear the end of it.
Where do you eat out most as a couple? Don't do a lot of eating out but when we go it would be Lisa's or The Irma. My husband is a awesome cook!
Where is the furthest you two have traveled together as a couple? Wyoming from California and vice versa.
Who has the craziest exes? Since he is the only one with an ex he wins the pie.
Who has the worst temper? Probably me, but watch out when his finally flies.
Who does the cooking? I do on a regular basis, but he is the better cook.
Who is the neat-freak? Well... I have never been the best housekeeper and believe me he isn't either. Don't get me wrong, I like a clean house but there are other things that can distract me pretty easily. Like playing on the computer... I have a load of laundry that needs folding as we speak!
Who is more stubborn? The mans name is Dane Ellsworth Larson... of Swedish decent... he is!
Who hogs the bed? The dogs... Locker, a Jack Russel Terrier and JoJo, a Corgi. Sometimes the cat gets in there too!
Who wakes up earlier? Most the time he does but I babysit the Bug-a-Boo and his Mom doesn't get home until late.
Where was your first date? Again it was a blind date and we went with another couple to a Pizza place... this is really bad but I don't remember the name.
Who is more jealous? After 27 years, I think that has passed But it use to be me (I think).
How long did it take to get serious? About a month and a half. He asked me to marry him at 10 months.
Who eats more? He does, he is one of those people who really enjoys his food (but then he is the better cook). He eats better than I do too (as in good for you).
Who's better with the computer? I think we both have our strong points. He is a CAD operator and is very good at it. Mine is more in word processing, I was a large print formatter.
Who drives when you are together? He does for a very good reason, I don't like him telling me how to drive.

Sorry if I was a little repetitive!

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Getting Older and Not So Gracfully

2009-03-24T08:24:00.009-06:00

Well, yesterday I turned 33 hehe haha, of course I started going backwards at 40 so you can do the math, and it was a great day. My daughters came over with a gift, one of the items was Jason Mraz's new CD. I don't know why but I love this guys music, it is happy and makes you want to dance, so me and the Bug did some dancing after the girls left. Dane is working hard on a job and still building my L/O. Today though, he is taking some time off to take his wonderful wife to dinner for her B-day.

The Bug loves Papas boots. In the second pic it looks like he is saying "Put that camera down" of course that's not going to happen. Lol

As you can see we are still in construction mode... big sigh... but it will be wonderful when it is all done!

Just want to say thanks to everyone who has commented, I am so new to this I feel I need to take a writing course so I don't bore you to death or embarrass myself. I truly love the comments, they make my day.

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All is Well in my World

2009-03-19T19:32:00.011-06:00

I am so excited about this Library/Office!
Here is the side that will have my computer station. I am now really liking the color I chose, it goes perfectly with the dark stain my hubby used on the wood.

What is really great is I got all my tax paperwork done, what is not so great is that now I will find out how much I will owe. :o( I am very afraid!!!

On to better things... My little Bug-a-Boo is soooo enjoying being outside in that big ole world. It is so fun to watch him just walk around and see things he has never seen before. I told my husband that I would love to know what is going on in that little brain of his, it makes you see things in a different light (all brand new again). He is so precious... it is amazing (as a Granma)what I am seeing with him that I don't remember seeing with my girls. I guess when my girls were little I was also trying to keep up with the bills, housework, husband and all the other 250 thousand things that a Mom has to do in one day that I missed or don't remember all those amazing things these little guys do while learning this world. That is what makes being a Granma so special... at this time (for me) I have so much more patience and it is wonderful!!!

All things Wonderful to you, Sharon

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Quick Post

2009-03-16T09:44:00.009-06:00

Well, here is the color I chose, it scarred me at first, but with the darker wood I think it will work out real well.

I am still working on my taxes and my hubby is working on the built in shelves. Every year I say I will do a monthly report that will make this easier but... alas here I am doing paperwork! :(

I get my little Bug-a-Boo this afternoon and then all work stops. I am a Grandma and we have to play.

Still Remodeling

2009-03-13T12:13:00.003-06:00

As you can see the drywall is up, texture coat was sprayed and I am priming the walls getting them ready for paint. I just can't wait until it is done!

The entry will be oak framed and my built in book shelves will go on top of those soffets and will also be oak. The desk will be built in on the opposite side corner of where I am knealing. Then I have a beautiful oak rolltop desk that will sit in the middle of that back wall. I have always dreamed of having a library and now it is coming true.

I am so spoiled and I have a wonderful hubby. I thank God for all that he has done in my life.

I know I am getting all mushy, hope everyone has a wonderful day.

God's Blessings, Sharon

Spring is in the Air

2009-03-11T10:45:00.003-06:00

I can't wait to open my windows and let all the germs and what not blow out of my house. Since Nov. , everyone in the family has been sick with a cold or flu. The last few days it has been snowing and overcast. But... this morning we woke up to that wonderful thing called sun! It is still cold out there but the sun feels wonderful streaming in through my windows. I am always ready for that next season. Soon I will be able to sit on my back deck and have my morning coffee and read my devotional.

Now, it is time to get back to that wonderful thing called housework.

Hope everyone has a wonderful day, Sharon

Constuction, Accidents, Gunnar and Taxes

2009-03-09T11:40:00.010-06:00

Where to begin...

I guess in the middle of all this my daughter had to work a double so Gramma had the Boo for 2 days and 1 night. He loves Papa's power tools(at least the one we let him play with without the bit in it). In this picture Papa helps him climb the ladder. Just so you know, the wire he is grabbing for is not hot.

Dane's putting more power plugs in the L/O so I can plug all my gadgets in without an extension cord. (he knows me well! Lol)

So in between construction we (Me and the Boo) decide to make brownies and the Gunnar Boo got to lick out the bowl. It was a first for him. As you can see, he loved it, but I don't know anyone who doesn't like brownie dough. He is so precious, sometimes I think my heart will explode from so much love! This boy thing is a first for me, I had girls.
While my husband worked so hard up on my L/O, Gunnar, the dogs (Locker-the Jack Russel, JoJo-the Corgi and Juno-Candace's sweet little mut) and I played down in the living room.

Gunnar is showing Gramma what a big boy he is by standing on his car, he actually stayed there while I grabbed the camera off the table. That is my little Gunnar Boo hamming it up.

So to sum it up, in the middle of all this I did get some work done on my taxes...yuck! And just this morning, my husband was cutting some drywall and just about cut the end of his finger off.

That has been the last few days in Gamma Sharon's Life.

Remodeling

2009-03-05T13:31:00.008-07:00

No matter how much you clean up after each portion of remodeling, there is still a mess everywhere you look... but the result will be worth it!

Here are the before and what comes next pictures...

There are my beautiful daughters.

This will be my new Library/Office, all built by my wonderful husband!

WooHoo... I can't wait.