Pumpkin carving ......

The girls finished their homework, had a basketball game..... then the fun began.

Grandpa and I let them carve their pumpkins all by themselves. Their creativity was flowing, however time was limited to just an hour. Their mom would be home by then from a photo shoot. Then home they go.

Here they are carving away.... Excuse the red eyes.... They liked them for Halloween.

 

 

Sub.....

I have been so busy subbing. Wow. I can feel the money rolling in. My sister is subbing a long term sub job. Her husband is not real happy with her doing that. She told mom she didn't think she would sub any more.
Subbing makes you respect subs even more.

How time flies....

Here it is the last few days of October. Where or where has 2012 gone?

Parties, parties and more parties.

Rachel and Ashley have been busy going to parties. Kristina has been busy taking pictures at parties for people who have hired her. Wow and in a few days I will be busy planning for Thanksgiving.

HAHAHA....

Five little pumpkins sittin' on a gate.
The first one said oh my it's getting late.
The second on said there's witches in the air.
The third one said but we don't care.
The fourth one said let's run and and run and run.
The fifth one said let's have some Halloween fun.
Then Hooooo went the wind.
And out went the lights.
The five little pumpkins rolled out of site.

My children use to love this little poem. Get one to learn counting to 5.

Just when?

Just when will trick or treat be this week? I guess it will be on Halloween evening.

Here it is the last Saturday....

Here it is the last Saturday of October. Next Sunday time changes again. I thought it was dark early these past couple of weeks, but now it is going to be real early. At least when I get up in the mornings it will be light out.

Where or where?

Where or where are these people buried in the cemetery? I have been on the hunt for some folks at one of our local cemeteries. Winter is quickly approaching, so I won't be doing much more searching until next spring.... So folks I will get to your requests on warmer days.

Wow.... what a .....

Wow what a storm we had. Lighting was going across and down from the sky. Very little thunder. Lots of rain. Just think it could be snow.
The storm brought down a large branch from the neighbor's tree. I will try to get a picture of it.

It's time......

Well it seems that it is time again to be doing our fall clean up. We had a small storm this morning. The neighbor has another large tree branch down.
 We are cleaning out closets. It is amazing how much stuff accumulates in closets.

Can't believe.....

I can't believe how hard it is to make a post every single day. Not many more days left in this year.
In just 10 weeks my husband will be retired... wow... Time is going by quickly. Wonder what he plans to do with his time except ~ eat, sleep, watch TV and poop.

More, and more and more....

I have been scanning more and more and more cookbooks, recipes and magazines. My stack is getting smaller and smaller. Of course Lara's is getting bigger and bigger.
Downsizing since we are both retired. ..... Woohoo!

It seems strange as my husband and I have never in all of our many years together, been not working. Wow. We have had like a week or two vacations, but never unlimited number of days together. It is really going to take some adjustments on both of us.

Busy girls- Ashley chosen as a member of an elite basketball team, Rachel made cheerleader.

The girls are sooo busy.
Ashley is now playing basketball for an elite basketball team. Rachel made cheerleader.
Rachel has a boyfriend and they try to do things together. They want to go to the movies this weekend.
Rachel also has a hit-a-thon this weekend. 50 pitches to raise money for her softball team.
Kristina has been so busy with her photograph.
Life is never dull around here.

I think it's

I think it's about time I go and visit my little buddy. I won't have time for at least another week.... Wow I sure do miss visiting with my boys. I see the girls everyday now. I miss seeing my Miss K also.  I just need to win the lottery.

I have been subbing

I have been subteaching much more this month. I will be very busy next month also. Wow I do like this... Sometimes though it can be very frustrating.

Miss K... shots?

Miss K got some live virus shots. She hasn't been feeling well. So her mom made an appointment for today... well guess what.... that's right she is better today.... ugh... it always happens. lol

Covered Bridge Festival

Went to the Covered Bridge Festival... it was kind of disappointing this year. I didn't think it was as nice. Last year we went to the other places, besides Rockville and I thought it was nothing but junk... Flea market type stuff.
The booths in Rockville has some handmade things, but the MADE IN CHINA bunch seemed to get a few booths.
It was also disappointing because Billie Creek was not open. That was always the highlight of the day.

I am making....

I am making my hats for the bazaar. So little time and so much to do..... I will succeed. I will succeed.
I will win the lottery..... LOL!

Sewing... costumes and crafts

Sewing costumes and crafts.... I love these kinds of days. Helping Lara with Miss K's costume. This will be the first one that Lara has made...

Lara and I sewed a bunch of spots on that costume. By hand.....
So much fun. I miss the days of working on costumes.

Skype with Katelyn

Katelyn and I skyped tonight. Grandpa joined in. She showed us her new laptop. However the laptop wasn't near as much fun as the Ipad.
I know this child will be loving computers, cell phones and anything else she can get her hands on.
This past weekend we spent time with lots of family members. Miss K had her first birthday party... It was so nice to visit with everyone.

basketball.... Ashely's season is over... Rachel's in full swing.

Ashley's season is over. They have their pictures next week. So it has been a long yet short season. I believe they only lost one game all season and finished 2nd in the conference with the only school beating them placing first. Way to go girls.
Just a note... if Ashley were just taller, she would be a beast.....
Rachel's team is just getting started with their season. They are in a tournament this weekend. Tonight's win put them in the championship game tomorrow. Way to go girls. Proud of you both.
Also Rachel's boyfriend came over after school with her. He isn't as tall as her, very quiet and polite. He was a very nice young man.

Wednesday already....

It is Wednesday already. The girls only have 2 more days this week. Wow this school year is flying by. Checked Ashley's grades yesterday... All A's and B's ... spelling is killing her with that B.

planning to hit....

Planning to hit some craft fairs next season. Getting my list ready. Making my plans. My hubby will be retired soon and then we can go together.... Wow... this will be the first time in our life together that we will be free to do what we want, when we want. It will sure be different.
 I found a part for him for the motorcycle that will allow him to record his motorcycle ride. He is excited as he wants to see himself riding and wants to share those rides with others.

Making....

I have begun my things for the church bazaar. I purchased some patterns today also for Lara and I to make. So now I need to get the ole sewing machine out, oil it, clean it and start a sewing.... I love winter.... I have been planning a family history quilt. Maybe I can get some of it done this winter. I know my mother will love seeing it. She always has stories to tell as we look at old pictures.

It that time of the year....

It is that time of the year again. Just doesn't seem possible.... Covered Bridge time.
Rachel wants a new IPhone... 99 cents with an upgrade. ... and then a $36.00 one time activation fee.... I don't think we are suppose to pay any activation fees with our plan so I need to check.
If not, then I will get her a new IPhone.

Project for Miss K's birthday.

I made this for Miss K for her birthday. I think it turned out cute.

Miss K's birthday....

We had such a great time. Lots of stress preparing... but fun in the end.
Family from all over came to Miss K's birthday. Laughter, story telling and just plan ole fun....
Of course, Mom, took charge and bossed all of us "staffers" around. So glad she knows how to do that. Maybe at 94 I will too.
Here are a few pics from yesterday.... enjoy.

J.O.B.

‎Saw this on facebook. Thought it was great.

97% of people work a J.O.B. (Just Over Broke). All of them want a M.B.A. (Massive Bank Account). They are clueless on how to create wealth and be R.I.C.H. (Residual Income Creates Happiness), continuously surrounding themselves with H.A.T.E.R.S. (Having Anger Towards Everyone Reaching Success), and then wonder why they are P.O.O.R. (Passing Over Opportunities Repeatedly)! Open your mind, make a decision, and make a change!!

motivate....

I need some motivation today.... Here it is.... need to get basketball uniforms washed and dried as both have games again tonight, then tomorrow night.... need to finish something for Saturday. I need to make some cookies for the girls.... need to get some thing planned for tonight's meal... oh so much to do and so little motivation today.

Planning for my Katelyn ...

Planning for my Katelyn's first birthday bash. Can't wait to see her. I will also get to see my grandsons Austin and Devon... Wow I sure do miss them all.

Ashley's Diorama

Here is a picture of Ashley's history project. Planned, diagrammed on paper, practice on a spare box and wallah ... the finished project.