December 31, 2009

Mandi, Paula and I visited the Union Country Club in Dover the last night Mandi was in town....Tuesday. It was very nice. Unfortunately the girl who could anwser all our questions was not able to attend our meeting. We did get a few questions answered and got to see the facility. It is bigger than Lakeside and we all agreed it had its pluses. Yesterday, Paula called to report that when comparing the two places, the club was quite a bit cheaper with more to offer. Soooo....it is now up to Mandi and Jeremy to decide. The girl said that the ceremony could take place on their patio or they could use the gazebo in the garden at Warther's. I called Linderlou to ask about it since she was a Warther. Nice to have friends in the right places...lol. The only problem with the club is that the date they had chosen 7/9/11 is the day of the clubs biggest golf outing...wouldn't you know it! So if they choose to go with the club, it will have to be the weekend before or after this date. We pretty much decided that this summer is not a good idea since Jeremy may be getting a head pro position somewhere which would require them to move. I also think Mandi will feel that she has more time to plan details if she has this summer to do that.
Pat and I will spend a quiet New Year's Eve. Oh, the first of the three litters of puppies have been born. Shingleoak.com is the web site if you care to check them out. Of the 5 pups born, 4 were boys and only 1 girl.We will be getting a girl this time. Anxiously awaiting the arrival of the other litters. One of the dogs due yet is Brody's mom and I would love to have another one of her pups since I love his disposition and personality.
Happy New Year to all

UPDATE:the official date has been set. July 16, 2011 reception at Dover County Club. Not sure of the time yet or place for ceremony. More to come :)

December 27, 2009

Things are really starting to come together for Mandi and her wedding planning. Her mom and I are wondering what the Dover Country Club will have to offer as a venue. It has to be pretty special to outrank Lakeside.

December 26, 2009

Well Christmas was wonderful except that Jeremy wasn't here! GRRRRRRR I got lovely presents from my hubby. Love you Patrick!
Today I went to Unusual Junction again to meet Mandi and her mom to see dresses. She tried on the three top vote getters from the other day. The first one was the one she and I really liked best. Her mom cried when she was her in it. Just beautiful! The other two she likes as well but agreed that the first one was "the" one. Funny since in the pictures I took that was the one she thought she would like the least but in person it was definitely the one. So the dress is checked off the to do list. We are all in agreement that the Lakeside venue is probably going to be the place. We all loved it. Going Tuesday to see Union Country Club in Dover. Mandi was able to match the color swatches for the bridesmaids dresses with the red trim in her dress and it was perfect. So she is going to let the girls see her choice of designs and make their choices. We had lunch at the winery and chatted about invites etc. It is so wonderful to have Mandi and her mom be just like us...easy going common folks. I just love Mandi and her family. It is going to be a GREAT marriage. Made some decisions on the save the date cards and invitations. I need to make some mock ups for her to see. She and Jeremy are going to have an engagement picture taken so we will use that as needed. Things are rolling right along. We talked about maybe having the wedding this summer instead of next. Paula was going to check on available dates at Lakeside.
More to come......

December 24, 2009

Had a wonderful day yesterday with Mandi as she tried on wedding gowns. She is such a beautiful girl anyways all the dresses looked terrific but she finally settled on one that just could be THE one. Just beautiful. We may go back on Saturday to try it on again for her mom. (she had to work so I was pinch hitting)
Roast is in the oven and beans are cooking. Have to make the potatoes, pudding and gravy before brother and sister arrive for Christmas Eve dinner. They both have to work tomorrow so we are having annual dinner tonight.
Merry Christmas to All!

December 23, 2009 Wedding Plans begin!

Spent last night with Mandi, her mom and cousins looking at Lakeside Conference Center.It is just beautiful and definitly a strong possibility for the wedding. Pretty much decided it will be July 2011 to give Mandi time to plan next summer. Seems like a long way off but I am sure it will be here before we know it. Checking another venue next week.

December 19, 2009

Happy Birthday to my sister Joanie!









Jeremy was surprised at the Colonial Country Club Christmas party when he was awarded the 2009 golf operations employee of the year award. We are so proud of you!!
He was so sick that night he wasn't going to go to the dinner. By the picture, I think he was happy he went if only for a little while. Thanks Brian and others for selecting Jeremy for this honor. By the way, note the Ohio State tie! LOL



We had a little snow last night. Nothing like what the east coast is getting. Mandi is flying home for Christmas today but I think her airports are open. Brody is not sure he likes the cold and snow this year as he is hesitant to go out and do his business. No puppies born yet but it is coming soon. Have to spend the day making buckeyes and carmel corn. Pat is going into work for awhile and then he can help. All my shopping, wrapping and mailing is complete so bring it on!

December 16, 2009

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PAT! I hope you have a wonderful day. The big 50 but you are still a kid at heart. Brody and I love you !

December 14, 2009

This is not one of our dogs but I thought it was a cute pic.

Very quite weekend here. Pat watched football and I watched movies or crafted. Made a turkey dinner yesterday. Made the turkey by soaking in a brine like my brother did for Thanksgiving and I swear it makes the best turkey ever! I also made noodles but they werent' as good as Mandi's homemade ones.
Finished up most of the Christmas crafts and presents. Have one ready to mail and one yet to purchase to send to Mert and Bill.
Only 2 more days and Pat turns the big 50! I love him more every day.

December 7, 2009

UPDATE: Got a text from Linda C. about quarter of 8 this morning. They were on their way to the hospital to have a baby. Kelly had trouble as the baby would not turn so they did surgery a little before 2. Well it is now almost 5 and Linda just sent me pics of the new little boy. Paxton Bradly Bratton, 6 lbs. 10 oz and 19 1/2 inches long. Both mom and little guy are doing great! I guess Grandma is too...lol. They let the family know Kelly and baby were fine after C section but won't tell them the sex until Kel was out of recovery. Talk about suspense!
So between texts from Linda I did some crafting this afternoon. Tomorrow going to dr. in Z'ville for results of tests. Maybe get final shopping done while I am there. Not much more to pick up.:)

December 7, 2009

With only a few weeks left until Christmas things are moving right along. Most of the shopping is finished. Have baking to do. Pat wants to make buckeyes and I have a couple of cookie recipes to make. Of course there is the annual carmel corn which everyone wants. At least this year I have my silicone gloves so I won't burn my hands.
No baby yet for Kelly Clark. Linda and I are having lunch today (Mon) and Kel is supposed to join us. Wonder if she will make it. I told Linda it is for sure a girl...we are always late. Baby was due Saturday.
Pat was pretty sick this weekend. We both slept alot so I suspect we both were coming down with something. Seem to be better today. Let's hope so!
Hope everyone is gearing up for the last minute rush. Merry Merry!!