4th of July

This year we did something out of the ordinary for 

🧨 the 4th of July 🧨

We went to a Demolition Derby!

I knew we were into something exciting when there were

a lot of young men wearing these brightly colored shirts!

The idea in a demolition derby is to hit 

and wreck, smash, crush

 and disable your competitor.

It was very hot, extremly loud (ear plugs are a-must)

and very dusty but FUN!

We were out in ALL the elements!

We went with our friends,

 who make this a family tradtion

every 4th of July.

 

As the sun was setting, 

this Red White and Blue stripped car was the winner! How appropriate that he was the last car standing!

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“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances;

for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.”

1 Thessalonians 5: 16-18

 

Update:

It's been a long streach between posts!

(prepare for lots of pictures)

We said good-bye to Banjo at the first of this year.

We re-homed him.

Long story but he is better off with another loving family!

Tom and I took a trip to the ocean for a reprieve.

Cannon Beach is our  "Go To The Sea To Breath", retreat.

Tillamook Cheese Factory is a must.

 

They have the biggesst ice cones in

the world! (wink)

Another favorite place in McCall Idaho.

If we drive the VW and the sun is out, 

the top goes down.

A Bon Fire is a must when we have overnight guests.

Our Washington State family has been busy with all sorts of fun things.

Trey (10 yrs), was Shrek in his school play. He sang, danced and

said his lines perfectly for the family.

While we were back "home', we visited with my brother.

Our gardens are ripening and growing fast. 

Almost as fast as our grandkids.

I'm trying to keep up with new ideas and recipes with things from the garden.

Here I made Rose Water, out of our roses.

There were moments of refined culture.

We took the family to see 

Riverdance.

EVERYONE loved it.

For Mother's Day I recieved a Chicken Coop and two chicks.

What a surprise!

Introducing Henrirtta and Dixi Chick.

No eggs yet but soon.

We find  "Love Notes" all over our home.

Ila May put on a One Man Show for our family.

We all signed in, recieved a Program and some Red Licorice. 

Then found a perfect seat.

 Her Mom even had a Reserved Seat.

Ila May danced, sang, read poetry, did magic tricks, and entertained us

with her spunk!

Volunteers were asked to join her on stage.

Tom is always the first to raise his hand.

everyone.

Boys will be boys!!!

Tom has the younger boys waving to passing cars!

And yes, some honked back.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT !!!!!

Kimmy is pregnant with  #7 

and it's a 

GIRL!

Due date: early December

Her name has already been revealed...

Pearl Christine!

I couldn't be more honored!

 

End of November

 The end of November was full of giggles and love.

The "Three Little Guys",

had an overnight with us, while the rest of the family were

at home, in bed with illnesses. 

 We treated them to lunch at Costco.

Boys this age (9, 6, 4), are not finicky about where,

 as much as what is for lunch.

So it was Hotdogs and Pizza!

To cold to go outside, so we had "table time", 

coloring!

Nathan found Papa's funny glasses.

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Thanksgiving in Tacoma, Washington!

Tom and I went back "home" to see our other grand kids and family.

It has been a few years since we traveled back to the Seattle area.

Sure have missed the sights!

Mt. Rainier greeted us with all  it's splender.

And the kids greeted us with splender, too!

Upon arrival, we were welcomed with a demonstration 

of  LOVE at the door!

Huxley is now 3 years old and just like his dad,

loves being in the kitchen, helping to cook up something.

Christmas presents were opened early and enjoyed for hours.

Turkey is ready!

Look who is back at the stove!

Group picture!

My older brother, Steve and his wife Jeanne were invited.

Trey was on his tip toes (haha), sweet Scarlett was still

enjoying her new nightgown and Tom was trying to make Steve laugh.

Brother Steve and Tom acted like little kids.

They really have missed each other!

Our last night together we went out for a seafood dinner.

You just can't get fresh seafood in Idaho like you can in Seattle.

Ahhhh.... home again, after a wonderful and

happy time with family.

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"In the same way, let your light shine before others that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."

Matthew 5:16