OUR CAT GEORGE-6/1992 - 8/2/2009, RECIPES, AND LIFE AS IT HAPPENS

COSUMNES RIVER PRESERVE - 1/7/2012

2012-01-07T21:35:00.001-08:00

A friend told us about a Wildlife Preserve
close to home,
so we took a drive there today.

It was so windy so we stuck close
to the trees and skipped the wetlands
for another time

We took many photos of each other
and the beauty around us

We walked a lot
on
wood, concrete and dirt paths

and
enjoyed everything that we saw
What a world away from everyday life
and a place we will be back to visit

SUNSET - 1/6/2012

2012-01-06T22:41:00.001-08:00

There was such a beautiful sunset tonight
that we had to stop so I could
take a photograph
of it.

PURPLE FLOWER - 1/5/2012

2012-01-05T18:45:00.001-08:00

A photo of the last of my purple flowers
on my favorite shrub in our front yard,
till the Spring.

SUNRISE TODAY - 1/4/2012

2012-01-04T18:33:00.000-08:00

Went out this morning and took
a few sunrise photos
What a Winter we are having,
cold but sunny and beautiful mornings.

SOAKING IN THE SUN WITH OSCAR - 1/3/2012

2012-01-03T16:03:00.001-08:00

To think that 2 years ago
Oscar did not know what grass was
and was hysterical to watch tip-toe on it,
to a Spring like Winter day today
where he plopped for the first time
on the lawn to soak in some sun

We both enjoyed the warmth of the sun so much

He made funny faces as usual,
eating his crunchy treats

Then he saw and heard the little birds
playing in the trees behind our house,
so it was time to go back inside for today.
Since the weather will be like this for
at least a week, we will be enjoying it
while it is here.
After all,
Winter weather has to arrive eventually!

HAPPY NEW YEAR - 2012

2011-12-31T23:22:00.000-08:00

CHRISTMAS DAY - 12/25/2011

2011-12-28T21:07:00.001-08:00

Cards, stockings, decorations and our tree.
Our annual Christmas set up

Family to spend time with on
Christmas Day
December 25, 2011

CHRISTMAS MORNING - 12/25/2011

2011-12-25T22:20:00.001-08:00

We had a little visitor on Christmas morning
a green hummingbird
getting nectar from
my Pineapple Sage plant flowers

OUR ANNUAL FAMILY CHRISTMAS PHOTO

2011-12-25T22:18:00.001-08:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS
FROM OUR HOUSE TO YOURS
Dan, Darlene, Erik and Oscar
December 2011

SHOPPING AT THE ROSEVILLE GALLERIA - 12/15/2011

2011-12-15T23:30:00.000-08:00

Erik and I arrived at the Mall at Noon
We shopped, sat and ate and shopped more
There are over 200 stores/shops

We met a man who was selling CD's
that he and his partner recorded
Al Fabrizio plays the best sounding Italian Mandalin
and his partner plays guitar
I came home with one CD to enjoy
and a photo of me with Al

We left the Mall at 7pm
What a long and fun day with my son

OUR CAT SLEEPS AS MY HUSBAND PLAYS HIS GAME - 12/5/2011

2011-12-10T20:58:00.000-08:00

Our cat Oscar loves to lay next to my husband
like this every evening and any time he can
even while he tries to play this crazy game

CHRISTMAS AT SUNRISE MALL

2011-12-03T19:28:00.001-08:00

We went to the Mall last weekend
their Christmas tree was up
nearby
Santa sat waiting for children to
tell him their wishes for Christmas.

DICKENS STREET FAIRE - 11/26/2011

2011-11-26T17:16:00.001-08:00

Today we went to the Dickens Street Faire
held in Old Town Elk Grove
Snow was brought in from the mountains
for the kids to play

Santa cruised through
in an old fire truck with sirens going

Wonderful holiday music
was a delight to stop and listen to

Lots of food and craft vendors
were enjoyed by many including us

There were rides on a buggy pulled by two horses

My purchase of the day
a
Soy Caramel Macchiato Candle
Wow, does it smell good in here
even without lighting it
which I do not plan to do

THANKSGIVING - 11/24/2011

2011-11-26T17:05:00.001-08:00

Thanksgiving Day - November 24, 2011
Table set for our dinner
turkeys stuffed and on the BBQ's

Pumpkin Cheesecake
for dessert
What a wonderful dinner and a busy day,
so busy I forgot to take photos of our dinner
or the turkeys
one on gas and one on charcoals
delish!!
Hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving

CHRISTMAS LAMP

2011-11-20T23:14:00.001-08:00

Bored?? Me??
Yes, and usually at night.
I am supposed to be asleep, but cannot get tired enough,
so I decided to make a Christmas lamp shade
with some of my old (stored for a long time)
Christmas wrapping paper.
I made it a bit, well a lot too small
and was lucky
to have my small thrift store wine glass
for it to fit perfectly.
Guess I better call it a night.

FALL

2011-11-19T14:12:00.001-08:00

I love the colors of Fall
All the trees are becoming so beautiful

A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS

2011-11-16T19:36:00.001-08:00

I bought this shelf at a craft fair we recently went to
I came home and quickly found a place for it
along with some of my favorite things.
It makes me so very HAPPY,
filled with MEMORIES
and DREAMS

HAPPY HALLOWEEN - 10/31/2011

2011-10-31T11:42:00.001-07:00

Happy Halloween to all.
I finally fixed today's photo problem.
Turned off my computer,
let it sit,
then turned it on and my photo was there.
I made two more Halloween lamps
that I added to one I had made already
and added some of our decorations.
Getting in the spirit of the day.
Thank you to Carol for getting me into making
these fun, cute and festive lamps.

FOLSOM HARVEST FESTIVAL - 10/29/2011

2011-10-29T23:05:00.000-07:00

We went to the Harvest Festival
in Old Town Folsom
It warmed up in the afternoon to the 70's
to make it a wonderful day to walk the street
filled with lots of vendors
including a few we had see at a previous Festival

There was entertainment that drew many
with a great singer that you just had to move to
and a musician playing music

Dancers and what a view beyond

Old shops that we will go back to
but went into one that brought back memories
of our lives years ago
What a fun place to go to
and what a wonderful day we had
Brought lunches, so went back to the car
got our lunches and sat at a bench
where the light rail picks up and drops of people

LOOK WHAT WAS SITTING ON OUR FENCE - 10/27/2011

2011-10-27T22:34:00.000-07:00

Look what was sitting on our fence
when my son and I got home
from shopping tonight.
Thinking it is a white dove,
though we have only had gray doves where we live,
so not sure where it came from,
but it was not too afraid of us
till my husband got really close to it
and it flew on the neighbors lattice overhang.
Will have to see if it is around tomorrow.
Lucky for this bird that all the cats
in the immediate area
are indoor cats wanting to get out and get it.
This bird is not around this morning,
but found out from a friend what it is:
A White Homing Pigeon
"They are specially bred this way;
so it probably escaped from a breeder.
These white pigeons are often released
as "white doves" at weddings.
They call them white doves,
but they're actually pigeons."

ERIK'S JAZZ BAND PERFORMANCE - 10/25/2011

2011-10-25T23:53:00.000-07:00

We love going to see our son perform in
the Jazz Band he is in
at our local Junior College

They sound wonderful this year
with a full band and a wonderful band director

I only wish the photos would come out better
which seems impossible with their lighting

or get it on video to share,
maybe next time

What a wonderful evening
and wonderful memories
as my husband's sister and our nephew
were able to make it
and enjoy it with us

SUNSET - 10/21/2011

2011-10-22T17:40:00.001-07:00

I love a beautiful sunset
and will miss them with the change in time
in 2 weeks
as it will be dark before I can get
out and take photos

OSCAR

2011-10-22T17:36:00.000-07:00

Sometimes I wonder what he is thinking

and sometimes I just look at him
and wonder how we got so lucky
to have our wonderful Oscar in our lives.

HALLOWEEN LAMPS - 10/14/2011

2011-10-14T14:20:00.000-07:00

My friend started crafting once a week at her home
across the states with family and friends.
Since I do not live close,
she mailed a surprise to me,
a wine glass, template,
double sided tape and an LED light,
so I could get started making these cute little lamps
I bought Halloween and a variety of scrapbooking paper.
Another friend gave me more wine glasses
that she was going to give to Goodwill.
Last night I made 2 Halloween lamps
and today I made the pumpkin one.
The sky is the limit on the shades you can make
for holidays, for the time of year,
for baby or bridal showers
or just because you like the paper.
Thank you so much to my wonderful friend.
Now on to the next project soon.

DAVIS RANCH - HARVEST FESTIVAL - SLOUGHHOUSE - 10/8/2011

2011-10-09T00:13:00.001-07:00

On Saturday, we packed up lunches
and drove to Davis Ranch to the
Harvest Festival in Sloughhouse

They had pumpkins and ghords piled up
so colorful and a great place to stop and
take photos

There was a country band that played music
until 3pm

There were lots of vendors

and lots of pumpkins for sale
that brought lots of families with their kids
and a few dogs

There were even some rides and fun
things for the kids to do

We had a lot of fun and it was
a perfect weather day

We will have to make this an annual trip
Not far from home and they have
three Festivals each year
Corn Festival - July
Ghord Festival - September
Harvest Festival - October

OSCAR - 10/4/2011

2011-10-04T09:24:00.000-07:00

Oscar is so playful this morning, as usual,
having a great time in and out of his scratch post
and running around the house like TAZ

OFF TO THE BEACH - 9/21/2011

2011-09-22T20:43:00.000-07:00

We crossed the Bay Bridge to get to the coast
I love the drive in so much

There was sunshine when we drove past Pacifica
and figured we would visit this beach later in the day

We wanted to head further south on the coast
where it was supposed to be warmer.
Much to our surprise there was no sunshine
at San Gregorio Beach, but an interested Seagull
that wanted to share our lunch.
We gave this one and those that
arrived the ends of our sandwiches
This one caught green grapes that we tossed to it.
Soon many Seagulls arrived
and this one screamed at the others
and bit them in the butt to stay away

then black birds arrived
fighting with this Seagull

Hubby said "Do you feel like we are in an
Alfred Hitchcock Movie?"

The view from our picnic table was
really nice even though there was no sun.
Since we left behind a 100 degree day at home,
we really enjoyed our nice cool visit
to San Gregorio Beach

A friend of mine wrote her name in the sand in Hawaii
hence this idea was born
I brought a stick from home
and wrote my name in the sand

Enjoyed the beach/ocean, tremendously

Wrote Dar and Dan in the sand
and Dan suggested to write the date (great idea)

The tripod was in the car so separate photos of us
It was a bit of a walk to get back to the car so did not
as we did not have a lot of time

I can still hear the sound of the ocean
and hope one day to find a seashell
that I can put to my ear to hear it

I took off my sandals before we got to the water
and walked in the warm sand and cold water
LOVED IT!!

Nice to have a husband with a long arm to take a
photo of us

My nice sandy feet
A wave came up behind me and got me wet
Dan laughed at me
as I was in and out of the water

We will go again as soon as we can

We stopped at the Pacifica Beach
on our way back and it was packed with people

It was still sunny there and people were having
a great time

But the fog was rolling in and a beautiful sight to see

We stopped at Costco and got a cooked chicken,
a bag of rolls and a Red Velvet cake
We brought Chinese Chicken Salad and Potato Salad
Mom heated me up her mashed potatoes and gravy (Yum!)
I called Rick P (who I went to Elementary School with)
He only lives one block away and nice to see him
two years after our reunion
Rick met us at my Mom's house where we had dinner,
a nice conversation and Rick took a photo of us all together
on my Mom's deck
What a wonderful day we had

FOLSOM LAKE - 9/20/2011

2011-09-20T19:02:00.000-07:00

We went to Folsom Lake today
for a nice day trip, but HOT one
so I got my feet wet in the nice cool water
then

we ate the lunch we brought from home
and fed the squirrels peanuts

GET TOGETHER - 9/18/2011

2011-09-18T22:29:00.000-07:00

Had a nice get together with friends from High School today.
Jane, Marian, Donna, Sonia, Annette and me
Dan dropped me off and went to an Oakland A's game.

MY BIRTHDAY - 9/17/2011

2011-09-17T21:28:00.001-07:00

I had such a wonderful birthday.
These are the flowers from my husband.
They were one HUGE beautiful bunch
that I divided into 3 vases.
I took my friend shopping with me
via phone to get things for a crafting project.
I got wonderful cards that sit on my mantel
from friends and family.
My husband made me a favorite dinner of mine.
I am so lucky to have such wonderful people
in my life.

SUNSET - 9/10/2011

2011-09-10T19:39:00.001-07:00

Another beautiful sunset tonight
this one across the street from us

SUNSET LAST NIGHT - 9/9/2011

2011-09-10T13:05:00.000-07:00

We were at our last stop grocery shopping last night
I looked outside
and saw such a beautiful
Sunset
I left my husband at the checkout
went outside and snapped a few photos

DEBBIE LOST HER CANCER BATTLE TODAY - 9/7/2011

2011-09-07T17:32:00.000-07:00

Debbie lost her Cancer battle at 2am this morning
She fought her battle for over a year
with so much fight till the end
Rest in Peace, Debbie
Fly with the angels
You will be missed

DAY TRIP - 9/4/2011

2011-09-04T21:22:00.001-07:00

A five hour drive through Placer County
and El Dorado County
Beautiful day!!

SUNSET - 9/2/2011

2011-09-02T22:43:00.001-07:00

What a beautiful sunset over our gate tonight.

HENNINGSEN LOTUS PARK, EL DORADO COUNTY - 8/20/2011 - DAY TRIP

2011-08-21T13:51:00.000-07:00

We decided to take a short day trip to Coloma,
to check it out and see what we could see
of the American River
Just before we got to the town we saw a
park along the American River

There was a $3.00 fee to get in
but that is to be expected
when going to a park

We sat in the shade and listened to
music that Dan brought with us
and enjoyed watching families and
rafters enjoy the American River

We decided to take a walk beside the river
within the park on a concrete walkway
which eventually had a large dirt area to the left
that led us to a dirt path to get closer to the river
and allowed you to climb down at some spots
to get closer to the river if you wanted to.
We opted out of doing this as we were close enough
and not into climbing down these steep areas

So glad we did this, although it was mostly in
the sun and pretty hot unlike sitting in the shade

It was beautiful

We enjoyed our walk and will have to
come back to the area to see more of the river
and check out the bridges that we noticed
as we were leaving and started
driving down the road

Too bad we did not drive in this way
as they had signs on both sides of the road
We passed signs that said:
HUNGRY?
WHOLE PIG
CHICKEN
BURGERS AND HOT DOGS
PIE AND ICE CREAM
MUSIC

We then saw
TURN RIGHT
and drove by where it was held
11am-5pm
August 20-21
We missed it and probably just as well as we were
sure it was crowded, but sure sounded like fun

It was a great afternoon at the park and a fun drive

DEBBIE'S CANCER BATTLE- 8/15/2011

2011-08-15T12:04:00.000-07:00

I had a chance to talk to Debbie briefly this morning as I call her every day, but today is different, she is writing notes and barely able to talk. She does not want to go. She is so aware of what is happening but so weak and whispering and crying, which makes her worse. She is a very strong woman who has fought quite a fight. She said "I Love You" and I said "I Love You". I wrote out a card and mailed it today, hoping it will get to her in time, and in the same respect hoping she gets her wings soon so her suffering will end. Hugs, love and a tight hand hold to you, my friend.

THE WEEKEND

2011-08-15T08:22:00.000-07:00

Our day trip to Calaveras Big Trees took everything out of me for the week, so this past weekend, we did our grocery shopping, watched tv, I hung out some on my computer and took a couple of naps. I look forward to going on another day trip soon.

CALAVERAS BIG TREES STATE PARK - DAY TRIP - 8/6/2011

2011-08-06T23:19:00.001-07:00

On the spur of the moment we decided to drive to
Calaveras Big Trees State Park
Packed the car with chairs, towels,
drinks and food and off we went

I was glad it was considered an easy trail
as it was 1 1/2 miles long and pretty flat.

There were so many beautiful spots
to stop and take photos

What a gorgeous place to spend time

Some of the trees are enormous

Not all of the trail was wood
but most of it was

The color of some of the trees
was so beautiful

So many trees were so tall
that it was impossible to get a photo
of an entire tree

What an awesome mix of plants among the trees

The dirt trails were a bit rocky
but nice to walk on
though next time we will wear old shoes
as our shoes got pretty dirty

I did not know whether to photograph
the bottom or aim for the top

You can tell how large these trees are

with each one of us standing in front of the base
of the trunk

Some trees have fallen over the years

Check out the inside of this tree
You can see all the way through it

This fallen tree is cut in 1/2
The path changed here and in many other places
from wood to dirt

This has got to be my favorite color tree

This was called Father-of-the-past
see all about it below
BEAUTIFUL!!

You could walk inside of it

I took a photo of a couple passing by
and they returned the favor

We both had so much fun

Dan really enjoyed himself

WINDOW ON THE PAST
PIONEER CABIN TREE
see info about it below
Breathtaking!!

Near the end of our walk
was this beautiful place to take photos

I took a photo of a young family with their camera
and they returned the favor

Our last stop along the trail
and now to mark this off on
our Bucket List

Our trip home, peaceful and desolate as we went home
a different way and bypassed the towns we went through
on our way there. What a great day.

Pineapple Sage, Succulent and my sneaky cat, Oscar

2011-08-03T09:58:00.001-07:00

Came outside to water
and
photograph my plants.
This is my 2 year old Pineapple Sage.
Put a leaf between two fingers
and smell fresh Pineapple, YUM!!
You can also bake with the flowers, once
they arrive later in the year
and the red flowers bring hummingbirds.
Cannot wait to get flowers.

My large succulent that my Mom's neighbor
gave to me in February 2010
is doing really well. I love it.

Suddenly appeared Oscar.
I guess I will have to close our sliding screen door
better the next time.

Oscar loves to check out everything from the table
and loves to be outside

Though it was warming up quickly
and very sunny in our backyard
so I grabbed him up and we came back inside.
Nice beginning to a nice day.

VISITING DEBBIE AT THE HOSPITAL - SUNDAY 7/24/2011

2011-07-27T13:43:00.001-07:00

I cannot say enough about Debbie,
such a strong, sweet and caring friend,
battling terminal Cancer.
I was so lucky to see her on Sunday 7/24/2011
as we were in the Bay Area.
I finally got to give her a big hug multiple times,
a kiss on the cheek,
I brought stretch lei's to wear on our heads for photos,
told her I love her,
and held her hand.
Love you girlfriend and thinking about you every day.
Debbie's favorite place to visit is Disneyland:
"Happiness is being with my magical friends
where there is no chemo and everything is beautiful!"

VACATION - JULY 2011

2011-07-11T15:18:00.000-07:00

Our first stop on our first day trip was at
Folsom Lake

It is pretty there and tons of huge homes
already built and more being built

Just a quick stop, then on our way.
Left the tripod in the car.

This was out of the norm for me,
but the restroom in the restaurant
that we ate at had the most beautiful decor

Lunch was fantastic at
Sir Vesa's
Mexican Grill in El Dorado Hills

What a beautiful drive up Hwy 50

A young couple was taking photos and
I offered to take photos of them with
their camera and they returned the favor.
BRIDAL FALLS

Bridal Falls
Highway 50, El Dorado County

Snow on the mountains and clouds in the sky
People actually went skiing on July 4

What a beautiful drive

We tried to get to Bassi Falls in El Dorado County
but our car would not make it over the
last huge hump in the road
so we stopped on our way out
and enjoyed Big Silver Lake

Big Silver Creek

American River Creek

happened to catch this creek as we started heading home

What a beautiful drive home

The end of our first day trip - 7/6/2011

The following day we headed out once again.
We drove into Grass Valley to get directions
to where we were headed in Colfax
to find the waterfall we were looking for
and saw this interesting painting
on this building

We drove to Colfax and asked
and searched for the waterfall,
but we could only find Bear Creek
which was not to much to see,
but a nice end to our waterfall ventures
for this vacation.

MY HUBBY MAKES THE BEST DINNERS - CHICKEN SHISH KABOB'S-6/2011

2011-07-09T22:51:00.000-07:00

Soak 4 skewers for a couple of hours if using wood
Melt 1/3-1/2 cube butter, saute 8 mushrooms,
1 peeled fuji apple cored and cut into 8 pieces,
4 pieces of red onion (optional),
sprinkle over all with garlic powder
and saute for about 5 minutes,
then add
4 raw chicken tenders cut in 1/3's just to white on the outside
(not shown in this photo)

Prepping the Shish kabob's
chicken, mushroom, red onion (optional), fuji apple,
chicken, chunk pineapple from a can, fuji apple,
chicken, mushroom

Grill about 2 minutes each side
Medium/Off/Medium on a gas grill (place on the off burner)
indirect heat on a charcoal BBQ

Oscar loves to have my food
He gets to have a plain BBQ chicken tender on his diet
Yummy, dinner with some couscous

OUR OSCAR FEELING WELL AGAIN

2011-06-12T13:59:00.000-07:00

Munching on his crunchies and watching the birds

Neighbors nice big tree with a variety of birds

Keeping those eyes on the birds

Enjoying our sunshine day with me

Oscar was playfully diving under our blankets one night and the next morning so very sick. This has been a few weeks ago now, 5/22/2011. Throwing up, not eating, not drinking, and not using his cat box. He threw up in the early evening and a few times later that night and got worse so we took him to the vet the next day at lunch time. He had so little life to him and I truly thought we were losing him. An x-ray and exam were done and he was diagnosed with Pancreatitis. He was put on an IV with fluids as he was dehydrated, given antibiotics, a blood test to confirm his diagnosis and to see the level of illness he had, pain meds, anti nausea meds and kept over night. He was only allowed water to let his body/Pancreas settle down. He was given a small amount of bland soft food the next day and wolfed it down, much to the surprise of our Vet as cats with this illness rarely eat at all. We got so lucky and Oscar bounced back well and came home one day after his diagnosis. Now for home feeding. Bland canned food that he was given at our Vet for a few days and introduce him to some of his regular canned food. He tried it and left it. We went back to the bland canned food and then introduced his regular crunchies and he is very happy with them. He is doing well. We have had to lock him in the bedroom as he wants our food and cannot have it any longer. Surprisingly he is begging less and less each day. He is very smart. We give him a few crunchy treats, and use his regular crunchies as his treats and that seems to work well. I am so amazed that such a transition has gone so well.

CRC JAZZ BAND PERFORMANCE - 5/17/2011

2011-05-17T21:53:00.001-07:00

The last performance of this semester
and
the music and singing was great
Erik did an awesome solo, in the last song
"The Phat Pack"
Lorraine came with her husband
and video taped the performance for us,
and Kris (a good friend of Erik's)
also made it to this performance.
What a nice evening we had.

MOTHER'S DAY - May 8, 2011

2011-05-08T10:37:00.000-07:00

I love my flowers from my husband for our
Anniversary/Mother's Day

Oscar loves my flowers too

Remembering my Mother-In-Law today

And thinking about my Mom across the miles
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY 2011!!

OUR 32nd ANNIVERSARY

2011-05-06T09:36:00.000-07:00

TIME SURE DOES FLY
SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY
HAPPY 32 TO MY WONDERFUL HUSBAND

A VISIT FROM THE DUCKS

2011-04-26T20:03:00.001-07:00

Suddenly there was splashing in our backyard
Hubby opened the screen door and
our cat Oscar flew out the door
One male bit the other male duck and

one male flew away and the other stayed
with Oscar watching on.

These two ducks had a great swim
and Oscar did not move

The female showed off

Oscar got a little more comfortable
and watched the two ducks
as did we

Oscar has never seen ducks in our pool
They sure made themselves comfortable

They seemed to be fearless
and just enjoying themselves
with Oscar fixated on them

The male joined the female on our pool deck

They were so beautiful
As fast as they came and we enjoyed them,
they flew away.
Maybe they will visit us again,
as it had been a long time since we had a duck visit

HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE

2011-04-23T21:41:00.000-07:00

EASTER 1963
My Godfather gave me a bunny "Thumper"
and
Me and my sisters dressed for Easter Sunday

All I need to know
I learned from the Easter Bunny!
Don't put all your eggs in one basket.
Everyone needs a friend who is all ears.
There's no such thing as too much candy.
All work and no play can make you a basket case.
A cute tail attracts a lot of attention.
Everyone is entitled to a bad hare day.
Let happy thoughts multiply like rabbits.
Some body parts should be floppy.
Keep your paws off of other people's jelly beans.
Good things come in small, sugar coated packages.
The grass is always greener in someone else's basket.
To show your true colors, you have to come out of the shell.
The best things in life are still sweet and gooey.
May the joy of the season fill your heart.
Happy Easter!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY OSCAR "8"

2011-04-11T16:25:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday to our cat Oscar who is "8" today. Adopted him 1 1/2 years ago. What a wonderful pet and family member he is. On the menu, Tilapia for dinner for him. His favorite. Took him outside and put on his B/D hat that he hated, and then gave him treats, let him take a bath in the sun and roam the yard and eat some grass. He enjoyed his day.

Tracey

2011-04-05T22:53:00.000-07:00

A High School Classmate of mine lost her battle of nearly one year to Pancreatic Cancer this morning. Rest in peace, Tracey.

JAZZ BAND PERFORMANCE - 3/29/2011

2011-03-29T23:06:00.001-07:00

This was one of Erik's solos
The entire band sounded so good
What a fantastic night

SUNSHINE, FLOWERS AND PLANTS

2011-03-29T08:47:00.000-07:00

I love Daffodils, they brighten up our house

My Pineapple Sage is coming back nicely
and
smells like fresh Pineapple when I rub the leaves
between my fingers

My succulent is creating little succulents

After so many days of rain and storms, finally the sun and warming temperatures. I cannot think of anything better than flowers, plants and enjoying the outdoors on days like today. Wishing all a sunshine day.

CRC JAZZ BAND PERFORMANCE - 3/8/2011

2011-03-09T07:31:00.000-08:00

THE CRC JAZZ BAND PERFORMANCE
WAS FANTASTIC LAST NIGHT

WE ENJOY GOING TO ALL OF
ERIK'S JAZZ BAND PERFORMANCES
BUT HAVE DO DEFER TO MY
ONLINE PLAYLIST TO SHARE
THE MUSIC PLAYED.
I HOPE THAT ONE DAY I WILL BE ABLE
TO RECORD THE BAND
AND
SHARE THE ACTUAL PERFORMANCE
ON MY BLOG

THEIR WONDERFUL SINGER,
SANG
"AT LAST"
and
"MY FUNNY VALENTINE"

YOU WOULD HAVE TO BE THERE
TO APPRECIATE THE
WONDERFUL VOICE SHE PROJECTS,
AWESOME!!

MANY SOLOS,
ERIK PLAYING WITH ANOTHER BAND MEMBER

ALL PLAYING BEAUTIFULLY
WITH THE AUDIENCE
TREMENDOUSLY ENTERTAINED
AND PARTICIPATING A BIT
BY CLAPPING TO THE MUSIC
AND APPLAUDING THE SOLO'S

WHAT A WONDERFUL NEW BAND DIRECTOR THIS YEAR
AND
THREE MORE PERFORMANCES TO COME.
I CANNOT WAIT

WELLNESS CATFOOD RECALL

2011-03-02T22:50:00.000-08:00

My Vet called today after my leaving a message for him yesterday and said to stop Oscar's Wellness food today and to get Science Diet today. We were waiting to hear from him and had no idea as to what to give to him, but knew we had to stop his recalled food fast as it can cause death.

Oscar's Vet said never in 10 years has there been a recall on Science Diet. He said he lost one of his cats in 2007 to the Melamine recall but the rest of his cats were fine as they were eating Science Diet. Oscar loves the crunchies we got for him today and tomorrow we start the soft food to see what he likes. Thank goodness that I signed up for e-mails from the Wellness Site or I would not have known about this recall. Also grateful for a wonderful Vet.

WELLNESS CANNED CATFOOD RECALL

2011-03-01T16:42:00.000-08:00

I received an e-mail from Wellness Petfood recalling the canned catfood that our Oscar eats every day, due to low Thiamine in cans with certain expiration dates. Sickens me that we have used this food for a long time to find out that what we bought last weekend has been recalled and not sure if any we had already fed him was recalled. Our cat is part of our family. Weeks of low Thiamine can cause gastrointestinal or neurological problems and death. Returning the cans we have for a full refund and trying to decide what to buy next.

Contacts: Consumer Inquiries: (877) 227-9587
Media Inquiries:
Claire Burke Hunter PR (212) 679-6600
WELLPET LLC VOLUNTARILY RECALLS CERTAIN LOTS OF CANNED CAT FOOD No Other Lots, Products or Dates Affected
Tewksbury, MA (February 28, 2011) - WellPet LLC announced today it has voluntarily recalled certain lots of Wellness® canned cat food.
While recent laboratory testing found that most lots of Wellness canned cat food that were tested contain sufficient amounts of thiamine (also known as Vitamin B1), some of the lots listed below might contain less than adequate levels of thiamine. However, out of an abundance of caution, WellPet has decided to recall all of the lots listed below.
Cats fed only the affected lots for several weeks may be at risk for developing a thiamine deficiency. Thiamine is essential for cats. Symptoms of deficiency displayed by an affected cat can be gastrointestinal or neurological in nature. Early signs of thiamine deficiency may include decreased appetite, salivation, vomiting, and weight loss. In advanced cases, neurologic signs can develop, which may include ventriflexion (bending towards the floor) of the neck, wobbly walking, circling, falling, and seizures. If your cat has consumed the recalled lots and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian. If treated promptly, thiamine deficiency is typically reversible.
The lots involved in this voluntary recall are: Wellness Canned Cat (all flavors and sizes) with best by dates from 14APR 13 through 30SEP13; Wellness Canned Cat Chicken & Herring (all sizes) with 10NOV13 or 17NOV13 best buy dates.
Consumers who still have cans of cat food from these lots should stop feeding them to their cats and call us at (877) 227-9587 Monday through Friday, 9:00 am – 7:00 pm Eastern Time. Consumers with further questions should visit our website at www.wellnesspetfood.com or call us at this same number.
WellPet discovered the lower thiamine levels during independent testing conducted together with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in response to a single, isolated consumer complaint received by the FDA. Although WellPet has received no other reports concerning thiamine in its products, WellPet has taken additional steps with the manufacturer to ensure that this does not happen again.
“As a pet parent myself, I’m concerned for the health and welfare of all pets, and as a company we are committed to delivering the most nutritious natural pet food,” said Tim Callahan, chief executive officer of
WellPet, the maker of Wellness products. “Even though the chance of a cat developing a thiamine deficiency is extremely remote, we are voluntarily recalling all of these lots of our canned cat food as an extra precaution.”

STORMY WEATHER - 2/24-2/25/2011

2011-02-25T13:50:00.000-08:00

I LOOKED OUTSIDE THIS AFTERNOON
AFTER OUR NIGHT AND MORNING
OF
VERY STORMY WEATHER
AND

WONDERED WHAT WAS FLOATING IN OUR POOL

DUH, THE BBQ HAD NO COVER
IT WAS FLOATING IN OUR POOL
WITH LOTS OF OUR NEIGHBORS LEAVES

THAT WAS ONE COLD, RAINY, WINDY
AND GUSTY STORM
THAT LEFT
MANY
OF OUR NEIGHBORS LEAVES
ALL OVER OUR YARD

FLOWERS

2011-02-18T23:56:00.001-08:00

WHAT I LOVE ABOUT FLOWERS
IS THAT EACH DAY
THEY OPEN MORE AND MORE
AND BECOME BEAUTIFUL

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY - 2/14/2011

2011-02-14T09:28:00.000-08:00

A lovely Valentine from my good friend, Carol

AND
Beautiful flower's from my wonderful husband

LET THE SUN SHINE - ANOTHER BEAUTIFUL DAY - 2/7/2011

2011-02-07T23:34:00.000-08:00

Oscar was cruising today

Yep, the birds are way up there

Heading for the shade

Too close to the bushes coming up
so back to the table

We call him squint as he does this a lot

Still watching the birds

What are the neighbors doing?

SUPER BOWL SUNDAY

2011-02-06T10:59:00.000-08:00

It is Super Bowl Sunday. I am not a football fan and have never understood the game, but my husband is and loves it especially if it is a team of ours, but not this year. I have things to do but plan not to miss any of the Super Bowl Commercials and may watch a bit of the game. My hubby is making me chicken shish kabobs and steamed red potatoes. He and my son are having wings, chips, salsa and guacamole and we may make a special horderve or two. It is unusually warm this weekend, in the 70's and Oscar and I are enjoying spending time outside. Wish I was at the beach, but will get there soon, when the weather is as it is today.
To all, have a wonderful Super Bowl Sunday, or just a wonderful Sunday.

SUNNY DAY - 2/2/2011

2011-02-02T23:41:00.000-08:00

SUNNY, BEAUTIFUL, GORGEOUS TODAY

AND AN
AWESOME SUNSET TO TOP IT OFF

FOGGY MORNING - 1/24/2011

2011-01-24T22:53:00.000-08:00

YEP, IT IS STILL WINTER
SO WE HAVE
SOME FOGGY MORNINGS
AND
MAYBE SOME SUN LATER IN THE DAY

ANOTHER BEAUTIFUL DAY - 1/23/2011

2011-01-23T16:14:00.000-08:00

SUCH A BEAUTIFUL DRIVE HOME
FROM OUR SHOPPING TRIP TODAY.
A PLANE FLYING AMIDST THE CLOUDS
LOOKS LOOKED LIKE A BIRD IN THE SKY

A STOP TO SEE HOW THE SHEEP
WERE DOING AT A SIDE STREET
THAT WE
DISCOVERED NOT LONG AGO
LOW AND BEHOLD
THIS ONE HAS HAD TWO BABIES
SO CUTE AND TALKING LOUDLY

AROUND THE CORNER OF THE WIRED FENCE
WERE THE REST OF THE SHEEP
AND THE DONKEY THAT I FELL FOR
AND SEEMED TO FALL FOR US
SEVERAL WEEKS AGO
IT MADE OUR DAY TO SEE ALL DOING GREAT

IT IS SO NICE TO TAKE
THE COUNTRY ROADS HOME

WE WOULD HAVE LOVED TO STAY OUT LONGER
BUT IT WAS GETTING LATE AND GROCERIES
HAD TO BE PUT IN THE FREEZER
SO THE FINAL TURN AND WE WERE HOME.
A NICE ENDING TO OUR WEEKEND

SUNSHINE - 1/21/2011

2011-01-21T15:07:00.000-08:00

ANOTHER WARM SUNSHINE WINTER DAY
WITH LOTS OF BIRDS FLYING AND SINGING

OSCAR ENJOYED IT WITH ME AS

WE BOTH GOT A CHANCE TO WARM UP.

LOOKS LIKE MORE OF THE SAME TOMORROW
LITTLE THINGS MEAN A LOT

LUNCH OUTSIDE WITH OSCAR - 1/18/2011

2011-01-18T15:14:00.000-08:00

FINALLY A SUNNY DAY,
LUNCH IN OUR BACKYARD,

BASKING IN THE SUN

READY,

STRETCH,

ROLL
NOW THAT WAS FUN

LOVE THE SUN AND OUR BACKYARD

2011-01-05T15:21:00.000-08:00

Today the sun appeared and it was warming to
both Oscar and me
He took a bath and I soaked in some sun
I had my camera but quickly had to chase him
and bring him inside as he likes to run very fast
after birds he sees and hears

How I love being in our backyard

My precious plant from my Mom's neighbor has
grown nicely

Oscar was not happy staying in and let
me know by meowing and stretched up with
his clipped claws on our screen door

My beautiful little friend wanting
back outside so I joined him back inside
and now he is curled up on my lap
while I type this post
and listen to some wonderful music
Hope you all had a beautiful day today!!

WHEN IT IS NOT RAINING AND COLD, IT IS FOGGY AND COLD

2011-01-04T10:31:00.000-08:00

Woke up to a foggy and cold morning.
In the distance on the roof there
sits several doves.
You have to look closely to see them.
So glad the sun will be out later
to brighten up our day.
Hope you are all having a great day today.

HAPPY NEW YEAR

2010-12-31T17:01:00.000-08:00

AS 2010 ENDS AND 2011 ARRIVES
HAPPY NEW YEAR
FROM OUR HOUSE TO YOURS
WISHING YOU A WONDERFUL NEW YEAR

SHOPPING AND OUR DRIVE HOME

2010-12-26T22:13:00.000-08:00

I woke up this morning, and told my husband I would like to go shopping for some new jeans. So off to the Mall we went. I had not been to the Mall in about a year and it was a lot of fun shopping but somewhat frustrating. We have 2 Kohl's and 2 Target's here, where we live and a skeleton of a Mall as the economy stopped that from completion.

The thing that is very hard for me to find is jeans long enough for me and not stretch as they do not go back to the size and the way that they fit after washing and drip drying them. I was told by a Manager at Kohl's that my Gloria Vanderbilt's are made all over the place except the USA. Today I was told by a Manager at J C Penney's that all of the jeans are now made in Shri Lanka, Egypt, Mexico, Omad, etc., none in the USA. The quality is terrible and not many brands to choose from. She and my husband found a few pair and I bought one after trying them on, to see how these work out for me. What ever happened to good old USA made denim jeans?? We did a bit more shopping at the Mall and headed home.

My husband decided to take the country roads home. The sky was so beautiful that
we turned right on a road for me to take some photos.

Little did we know that there would be an
extraordinary donkey and sheep,
all obviously well taken care of.

The donkey turned to glance at us

Then it stopped and stared at us
It was so muddy between the road and the fence
that I could not get closer and probably just as well

As we drove away the donkey ran along the fence
at the pace of our car
How I wanted to stop and take it home
Something so special had happened
My husband asked me as we left if I was crying
and I said yes
How I wish my last two photos did not come out so blurry
THIS DONKEY MADE MY DAY!!

CHRISTMAS 2010

2010-12-25T23:35:00.001-08:00

On Christmas Eve, my nephew arrived
and soon after fell fast asleep.
We ate dinner and let him sleep.

My sleepy nephew was woke
to eat dinner and open gifts

Oscar was ready for Christmas

Something nice and warm

Our son put on a few things
he got, right away

Hubby got a very funny hat

My nephew took a big bite out of his
Chocolate Santa
with one front permanent tooth, so cute.
Then they were on their way.

Christmas Day, we exchanged our gifts
and since we were
having no company,
we spent Christmas Day relaxing.

It is hard to believe that Christmas is over
once again
hope you all had a wonderful Christmas 2010

MERRY CHRISTMAS 2010

2010-12-24T13:27:00.001-08:00

MERRY CHRISTMAS
FROM OUR HOUSE TO YOURS

RUDOLPH THE RED NOSED REINDEER

2010-12-22T09:50:00.000-08:00

** True Story of Rudolph**

A man named Robert L. May, depressed and brokenhearted, stared out his drafty apartment window into the chilling December night.

His 4-year-old daughter Barbara sat on his lap quietly sobbing.

Bobs wife, Evelyn, was dying of cancer. Little Barbara couldn't understand why her mommy could never come home. Barbara looked up into her dad's eyes and asked, "Why isn't Mommy just like everybody else's Mommy?" Bob's jaw tightened and his eyes welled with tears.

Her question brought waves of grief, but also of anger. It had been the story of Bob's life. Life always had to be different for Bob.

Small when he was a kid, Bob was often bullied by other boys.

He was too little at the time to compete in sports. He was often called names he'd rather not remember. From childhood, Bob was different and never seemed to fit in. Bob did complete college, married his loving wife and was grateful to get his job as a copywriter at Montgomery Ward during the Great Depression. Then he was blessed with his little girl. But it was all short-lived. Evelyn's bout with cancer stripped them of all their savings and now Bob and his daughter were forced to live in a two-room apartment in the Chicago slums. Evelyn died just days before Christmas in 1938.

Bob struggled to give hope to his child, for whom he couldn't even afford to buy a Christmas gift. But if he couldn't buy a gift, he was determined a make one - a storybook!

Bob had created an animal character in his own mind and told the animal's story to little Barbara to give her comfort and hope.

Again and again, Bob told the story, embellishing it more with each telling.

Who was the character? What was the story all about?

The story Bob May created was his own autobiography in fable form. The character he created was a misfit outcast like he was.

The name of the character? A little reindeer named Rudolph, with a big shiny nose. Bob finished the book just in time to give it to his little girl on Christmas Day.But the story doesn't end there.

The general manager of Montgomery Ward caught wind of the little storybook and offered Bob May a nominal fee to purchase the rights to print the book. Wards went on to print, "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" and distribute it to children visiting Santa Claus in their stores.

By 1946, Wards had printed and distributed more than six million copies of Rudolph.

That same year, a major publisher wanted to purchase the rights from Wards to print an updated version of the book.

In an unprecedented gesture of kindness, the CEO of Wards returned all rights back to Bob May.

The book became a best seller.

Many toy and marketing deals followed and Bob May, now remarried with a growing family, became wealthy from the story he created to comfort his grieving daughter.

But the story doesn't end there either.

Bob's brother-in-law, Johnny Marks, made a song adaptation to Rudolph. Though the song was turned down by such popular vocalists as Bing Crosby and Dinah Shore, it was recorded by the singing cowboy, Gene Autry.

"Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" was released in 1949 and became a phenomenal success, selling more records than any other Christmas song, with the exception of "White Christmas."

The gift of love that Bob May created for his daughter so long ago kept on returning back to bless him again and again.
And Bob May learned the lesson, just like his dear friend Rudolph, that being different isn't so bad.
In fact, being different can be a blessing.

* MERRY CHRISTMAS 2010*

TURKEY SOUP

2010-12-21T18:49:00.000-08:00

We have been enjoying our left over turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy until that is gone in the next day or two. Last night we made a large pot of turkey soup. With the weather gloomy, cold and rainy, it is a wonderful comfort food. I hope you are all enjoying this week of Christmas, staying warm where it is cold and cool where it is warm and looking forward to the festivities.

BUSY DAY TODAY

2010-12-19T20:18:00.000-08:00

Turkeys went on sale during the week, so I picked one up and today hubby and I made a stuffed BBQ'd turkey dinner with all the trimmings. It was so good. Now we have left overs and soup to make in the next day or two. We also made two dozen Oatmeal cookies. It is a busy time of the year yet very festive. Hope you all had a great weekend.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ERIK

2010-12-09T08:09:00.000-08:00

Happy Birthday to my wonderful son, Erik. It is hard to believe that 26 years ago you came into my life and changed it forever. Enjoy your day. Love and hugs, Mom

WHAT A WONDERFUL CONCERT - Tuesday 12/7/2010

2010-12-09T07:59:00.000-08:00

Tonight, our local JC Jazz Band that my son is in performed at the downtown plaza in Sacramento. Wish I had a photo to put up, but they did not come out too good. The memory of a wonderful night remains with me. A variety of Christmas songs and Jazz music filled the air and was enjoyed by many.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

2010-12-07T09:39:00.000-08:00

I bought this little living tree
to enjoy
and plant after Christmas
to have for years to come.
I hope you enjoy it as well.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL

2010-11-25T15:10:00.001-08:00

It is an absolutely beautiful day to celebrate Thanksgiving.
I hope all have had a wonderful day and safe travel
for those traveling.

A WONDERFUL SURPRISE

2010-11-22T08:16:00.000-08:00

My good friend Carol, surprised me with
this beautifully crocheted jacket that she
made and gave to me, this past weekend.
I love it.
She is so talented as she also made for me
the beautiful silver heart shaped necklace
with a paw print that I am wearing,
in memory of my 18 year old cat
that passed away last year.
She can be located at her silver website
which also links you to her Blogs
silver-byfire.com
Thank you so much Carol, for the surprise and
the wonderful Friendship we have.

IT'S RAINING, IT'S POURING AND IT'S COLD

2010-11-19T21:18:00.000-08:00

What a change from the warm weather. Will take some getting used to. Gutters cleaned, (check) shrubs all trimmed back (check), warm meals to eat (check), Winter clothes out (check) and sitting here freezing, definitely. Hoping the weather lady has Thanksgiving correct with no rain and a little warmer.

NOTHING LIKE A BEAUTIFUL SUNSET - 11/13/2010

2010-11-13T23:15:00.000-08:00

Walked out of the last store on our grocery list today
and
this was the view
beyond the field as we turned to drive away.
Pulled over and stopped the car.
Got out
and took several photos.
How I love a beautiful sunset
after a sunny day and beautiful Fall day.

TODAY IS SAXOPHONE DAY - 11/6/2010

2010-11-06T18:50:00.000-07:00

IT IS SAXOPHONE DAY
SUCH GREAT MEMORIES OF HIGH SCHOOL
AND MY SON PLAYING TENOR SAXOPHONE
IN MARCHING AND JAZZ BAND
HE CONTINUES TO PLAY IN A JAZZ BAND TODAY

When : Always November 6th

Saxophone Day is today. The Saxophone is a classical woodwind instrument. It is an essential instrument in jazz bands, symphonic bands, marching bands and more. It's only fitting that this great instrument has a day of recognition all to its own.

The Saxophone was invented around 1840. It was created by Adolphe Sax, a Belgian musical instrument maker. The sax is made of brass.

Adophe Sax invented 8 types of saxophones: Sopranino, Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Baritone, Bass, Contrabass, and Subcontrabass. The first Saxophone ever created was the Bass Saxophone. A 9th type of Saxophone, the Soprillo Saxophone, was invented in 2004. It is the smallest Saxophone.

Some famous Saxophone Players (Alphabetical order):

John Coltrane
Stan Getz
Coleman Randolph Hawkins "Hawk"
James Moody
Charlie "The Bird" Parker
Lester Prez Young

Happy Saxophone Day!!!

INFO FROM:

http://www.holidayinsights.com/moreholidays/November/saxophoneday.htm

SUNRISE - 11/4/2010

2010-11-05T00:03:00.001-07:00

I HAVE BEEN DETERMINED TO CATCH
A
BEAUTIFUL SUNRISE THIS SEASON
TODAY I MISSED THE BEST PART
BY ABOUT 10 MINUTES
BUT HERE IS WHAT I WAS ABLE TO GET
BEFORE THE TIME CHANGES
AND I HAVE TO WAIT TILL NEXT YEAR

HALLOWEEN - OCTOBER 31, 2010

2010-11-02T09:07:00.000-07:00

IN ALL OF THE EXCITEMENT
OF THE SF GIANTS GAMES
I FORGOT TO POST
OUR HALLOWEEN PHOTOS
HOPE YOU ALL HAD A FUN HALLOWEEN

OUR SF GIANTS ARE THE WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONS - MONDAY NOVEMBER 1, 2010

2010-11-01T20:25:00.000-07:00

GAME 5
SF GIANTS WIN THE WORLD SERIES
NOVEMBER 1, 2010
GIANTS 3 - RANGERS 1
PLAYED IN TEXAS

2010-10-31T20:38:00.000-07:00

GAME 4
2010 WORLD SERIES
GIANTS 4 - RANGERS 0
OCTOBER 31, 2010
ONE MORE GAME TO WIN
AND OUR GIANTS
TAKE THE WORLD SERIES

WAYNE AND JOE AT GAME 3 OF THE 2010 WORLD SERIES IN ARLINGTON TEXAS

2010-10-30T23:24:00.000-07:00

Wayne Bascom (left) and Joe Bascom of San Angelo, Texas, show their support for the San Francisco Giants before Game 3 of the World Series at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas, on Saturday.

Note: photo from SF Gate home of The San Francisco Chronicle

2010-10-30T21:27:00.000-07:00

GAME 3
2010 WORLD SERIES
RANGERS 4 - GIANTS 2
OCTOBER 30, 2010
YOU CANNOT WIN THEM ALL
NOW TO WIN GAME 4
TOMORROW
IN TEXAS

MY PINEAPPLE SAGE

2010-10-29T23:18:00.001-07:00

My Pineapple Sage is in bloom already.
We have had hummingbirds coming by
to get some nectar from the flowers.
It was early to see this as
I bought this plant last year and
decided to cut it back late in the season.
Getting the hang of this particular plant
and enjoying it so much as Pineapple
is a favorite of mine.
Rub the leaves between your fingers
and you smell fresh Pineapple.

OSCAR ENJOYING OUR EARLY AFTERNOON SUN

2010-10-29T23:11:00.000-07:00

Oscar was meowing to go out back.
I could not resist and enjoyed watching him roll in the sun
this afternoon,
and took in a few rays myself.
Surprising how the birds come out when he does.
Tonight it is raining and Fall weather is setting in more and more.

2010-10-28T20:23:00.000-07:00

GAME 2
2010 WORLD SERIES
GIANTS 9 - RANGERS 0
OCTOBER 28, 2010
NOW TO WIN GAME 3
SATURDAY
IN TEXAS

2010-10-27T20:45:00.000-07:00

GAME 1
2010 WORLD SERIES
IN SAN FRANCISCO
GIANTS 11 - RANGERS 7
OCTOBER 27, 2010
NOW TO WIN GAME 2
TOMORROW NIGHT

2010-10-23T21:44:00.000-07:00

THEY DID IT,
THE SF GIANTS ARE PLAYING IN
THE WORLD SERIES
FIRST GAME IN SF
WEDNESDAY
10/27/2010
SF GIANTS VS THE TEXAS RANGERS
GO GIANTS!!

2010-10-21T23:36:00.000-07:00

It did not happen for the Giants tonight
off to Philadelphia to play Saturday.
GO GIANTS!!

2010-10-20T21:49:00.000-07:00

THREE GAMES DOWN, ONE TO GO
THEN
OFF TO THE WORLD SERIES!!
GO GIANTS!!

2010-10-19T17:49:00.000-07:00

Nice sunny day today,
perfect for those at the ballpark
and
THE SF GIANTS WON GAME TWO, YES!!
Two more games to win to go to the World Series.
GO GIANTS!!

RAINY DAY

2010-10-17T16:04:00.001-07:00

Strange how it went from the high 90's on Friday
to rain today
then up to the 80's on Wednesday.

FROM CINDERELLA

2010-10-17T13:19:00.000-07:00

"A DREAM IS A WISH YOUR HEART MAKES WHEN YOU'RE FAST ASLEEP. IN DREAMS YOU WILL LOSE YOUR HEARTACHES. WHATEVER YOU WISH FOR, YOU KEEP. HAVE FAITH IN YOUR DREAMS, AND SOMEDAY, YOUR RAINBOW WILL COME SMILING THROUGH. NO MATTER HOW YOUR HEART IS GRIEVING, IF YOU KEEP ON BELIEVING, THE DREAM THAT YOU WISH WILL COME TRUE." - CINDERELLA

A SURPRISE VISIT

2010-10-06T19:15:00.001-07:00

A family friend happened to be in town tonight,
so he called and stopped by for a short visit with us,
before heading home.
It was so good to see him.