Played Out?

LaDonna, I haven't seen any comments from you since Sunday, we didn't wear you out that much did we? I'm beginning to get worried....
Patsu

Week-end Fun

And a good time was had by all..The weather didn't damper our good times..We all got soaked at one time or another but it was soooo good to be with everyone. I always feel at home at Kenny and LaDonna's, (maybe I should move to Greensburg) Only kidding Kenny....
Joe is officially a member of the family now because he likes the potato sandwiches...Emily on the other hand may have to be put up for adoption because she thinks they need peanut butter on them......omg.
It was so much fun watching the two little boys together. Wish Owen had been there too. Missed them.
Next year maybe we can get everyone there....
Patsy

Indoor Picnic

Well mother nature tried to ruin our little family gathering but we fooled her. It rained pretty much all day yesterday so we set up tables and chairs inside of Justin's garage, put up two Easy Ups at the garage entrance, moved the grill under one of the Easy Ups and partied on. Some of the pictures that Doris posted from yesterday are a little dark but then it was a little dark outside. The little boys had a great time and played well together. What darling little humans these two are. They entertained us old folks all day with their antics. The last picture that Doris posted is Dalton pretending to cry as Uncle Wade also pretended to cry. They both had us in stitches. The pictures of Aunt P are of her making an old family favorite "fried potato sandwiches". We actually have some relatives that had never had them. It was a first for Joe and also Emily. Joe likes them, Emily not so much. The pictures of the sleeping family members are the guys that thought staying up until 3:30 A.M. the night before was a good idea. Doris, Emily and I took umbrellas and headed to the lake for a picture taking session. Perhaps Doris will post some of her photos from our rainy walk. It was fun and very peaceful as we were the only ones crazy enough to walk in the rain. Wish you all could have been along and enjoyed our fun indoor party. LaDonna

Hard Day

Frying Potatoes

Family Picnic 2009

Entertaining The Boys

Aunt P helps Aidan set up the train track.

LaDonna and Dalton reading together.

Holly and Dalton

Aidan at Justin and Holly's Home

The Picture IS Worth A thousand Words

Checking In

Hi,
I love the pictures, can't wait to see this little guy next week...Don't they make the world such a better place. Julie was just here with Aidan, I got him some cookies today from the store, and he had to eat 2, one for each hand.. Then he raided my fridge and found some grapes. Julie said "are you raiding her fridge," and Aidan said "YES". He's fasinated by all the rooster I have for decorations. He was telling Mommy "look "and pointing to all of them.
We will see you on Friday sometime...
Love, Patsy

Through A Childs Eyes

One of my favorite things to do is to sit and watch as Dalton discovers the world around him. Things that we have long taken for granted are all brand new and fascinating to him. Come join us as we travel around my back yard to discover bugs, flowers, sticks, my air conditioner, airplanes and all things wonderful. LaDonna

Just checking in . . .

Geez, has everyone moved onto Facebook? :)

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday LaDonna . . . hope you have a grand day!

Norman is getting ready to head out in the truck so guess we'll have to celebrate when he comes home again. This is a big one for him . . . 60! He reminded me that I am not far behind. LOL

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

HAPPY TO YOU LADONNA
HAPPY BIRTHDAY NORMAN

Aidan and Mo Take A Ride

Travis and Aidan playing.

Mike

Mo (Michael Owen)
Norman

Stefani and Kaitlyn enjoying dessert.

Travis waits to catch the football.

Football

Aidan tossed and dad caught it!
Aidan tackles mommy.

Joe throws and Aidan catches!

Pictures From Sunday's Picnic

Julie and Joe
Norman and Kathy

Tommy (Doris would not let me take her picture)

Happy Birthday Doris!

Doris, hope you enjoy every minute of your special day. And thanks again for hosting the get-together on Sunday. The food was great and we so enjoyed getting to spend time with the family and it was so nice to finally meet Joe and Aidan. We stopped by Kenny Moore's yesterday morning when the kids were there and got to visit with them a little more. You certainly have been blessed with two terrific kids and their spouses and one sweet little grandson . . . so far. :)

We are on our way back to MO. Sure wish we would have had more time but hopefully we will be able to get back again next year and have a few more days. There just wasn't enough time to see everyone we wanted to but we are glad we were able to visit with many of you and I was really glad to spend some time with Billy.

I will post some pictures from the cook out after I get home.

Everyone enjoy their week!

Love,
Kathy

Happy to YOU

When Dalton sees decorated cakes he starts singing "Happy to You, Happy to You" so Doris, "Happy To You, Happy To You". I hope you have a wonderful day and celebrate life. I know this past January you weren't sure that you would even be around to celebrate. I often remember the verse that we so often said in church. This is the day that the Lord has made, rejoice and be glad in it. LaDonna
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DORIS----AND MANY MANY MORE...

This and That

I just came inside from working in my yard. There never seems to be an end to the trimming, weeding and mowing. I AM NOT complaining though because after being confined to the house for 6 months it feels great to be outside.

Kathy and Norman - safe travel to you and we look forward to seeing you very soon. Please give me a call so I know you have arrived safe and sound. It's a mom thing...LOL...I rest better knowing everyone has gone from point A to B without incident.

Safe travel for LaDonna too as you travel to the dog show. Your lake pictures are what I call "frameable Kodak moments". Thanks for sharing.

Taking a walk in my mind is about the only walk I can take these days. I still am dealing with an inflamed bursa. I go tomorrow morning to have it injected again. Hopefully, the second time will be the charm.Other than that and being tired I am feeling pretty darn good considering what I have been through.

I LOVED the picture of Dalton in the cowboy hat. Too cute.

I haven't had a chance to check out the cancer website but I will soon.

I hope everyone has a great Labor Day weekend.

Doris

On Our Way!

Left the house about 6 and are on our way! I have my coffee mug full . . . going to need it today cause I only had about 4 1/2 hours sleep. Typical for every time we go away -- I always have good intentions but end up doing too much the night before. Going to stop this morning in Cuba, MO and get the trailer acid washed. We never have a chance to do it when we are hauling the mules.

Patsy, you know Norman keeps telling everyone he bought me a chain saw! LOL We just don't have time to be cutting wood, although we have plenty of dead trees on our property due to the mules eating the bark!

Well, Nicole just called so I'm going to sign off . . . will be seeing some of you soon!

Kathy

Pictures

Oops I hit the wrong button...LaDonna, I had forgotten how beautiful it is out at the lake...Looks a little different than when I walked around there last....Can't wait to see it later this month.
Kathy, Norman said he was going to get you some wood to split but I thought he was kidding. lol--have fun...Looking forward to this week-end. its susposed to be beautiful weather here.
Patsy

Pictures

Fall is in the air . . .

LaDonna, your lake pictures are beautiful. We have been having the same kind of weather here; in fact, I think they said we did not make it out of the 60's yesterday and it was probably in the 70's today -- very cool at night too, have to close most of the windows. Even Trapper wants in out of the cold. He is a spoiled pup . . . has to have air conditioning and heat! A far cry from his first six months tied to a box before he came to live with us.

Norman wanted me to post a few pictures of his so you all can see how busy he's been cutting wood in preparation for winter.

OK, now none of you were fooled into thinking that he really cut all that wood, were you? LOL $120 for all that wood and we are thinking it might take us through the winter. Let Obama tax the utilities, we'll at least be able to stay warm, providing they don't ban wood burning!

Lot's going on around here . . . we poured concrete in about half the barn and it's wonderful to work on. Now when they paw I'm not in a cloud of dust! We also added a shed roof on the other side of the barn, which you can see in the one picture. We needed more storage for the tractor and bush hog, etc. Too much "stuff" around here. We also got our small, day ride trailer painted, which it needed badly. It was starting to look like a rust mobile and was almost embarrassing to pull! Then Sunday when we were on our way riding, we lost a wheel bearing so it now has all new brakes and wheel bearings. Lesson learned: repack the wheel bearings more than once every six years!

I'm trying to get ready for our trip and as usual, the countdown has started and I'm nowhere near ready. I've been very busy with work, which is a good thing, but it seems like there just isn't enough time in the day. Looks like I'll be working while we travel, although I expect Friday to be a slow day.

Well, my ham and green beans are almost done - finally at 8:30. Either the days are getting shorter or I'm getting older! LOL

Looking forward to seeing everyone this weekend and sorry that we won't get to see others. Would be nice to have the entire family together like old times.

Kathy

Take A Walk With Me

It is one of those most perfect days today here in Western Pennsylvania. After running the dogs at the fairgrounds I headed to the lake as I often do to walk. Being that it was so beautiful I decided to take my camera along so you all could come along with me. Now picture that the temperature is around 70 degrees, the humidity is low and the skies are a bright blue. I have some beautiful music playing on my IPod. Let's go.

Now wasn't that fun? Don't you feel refreshed? For those that have not been to Justin and Holly's place, this lake sits directly behind their house. If you are coming to the family gathering and like to fish, bring your license and fishing gear. LaDonna