January 29, 2010

It's a whooping 18 outside with a wind chill. Pat has gone to town to check the condo and then will begin the work on the roof for the new gas stove. Wish he would have done this when it was warmer but ..... It is surprising how much heat we got from the pellet stove....hopefully the gas stove will give as much if not more heat. Then we can begin to use the family room again! Just too cold down there now. Hopefully all will go well with the final installing and we will fire it up later today.
Nothing new on the wedding front. Had breakfast with Linda Martin last weekend and discussed her step daughter's upcoming wedding. I am so glad Mandi and Jeremy have so much time to think about and decide what they want for their special day.
Diane posted three new videos on the new puppies on her site. They are all just darling. Such fun watching them grow.
Stay warm!

January 18. 2010

It is MLK day and the weather wasn't half bad. Usually it is a terrible day with snow and cold.
I am teaching myself to use Paint Shop Pro and Photoshop. So far the Photoshop is easier. I am getting pretty good with it even after one day of playing. I have learned that the only way to learn a new program is to play with it. I watched some videos on Utube and that has helped. Amazing what you can do with graphics and pictures.
I am also teaching myself to make monograms for the wedding using publisher. Have made a pattern for a banner and probably an aisle runner if Mandi decides she wants one. Found some cute ideas for the table cameras. Have them saved as well. This summer should be fun deciding with her what she wants to use. Can't wait!!
Was very surprised on facebook today when I found a long lost friend. She did my nails for year and is living in Pa. She happened to reply to another facebook friend of mine and I saw the posting. Nice to connect with old friends.
Only a few more weeks and we will have a new little pup in the house. I hope Brody gets along well with her. I am sure they will do fine together. He is such a loving dog, I think he will protect her. Can't wait for the call from Diane to say she is ready to come home with us. Probably first of March or so.
Back to work for all you school folks.

January 10. 2010

Spent the day with Paula, Mandi's mom at the bridal show in Akron. It was very interesting to see all the "stuff" available. So much to see. Had a great time and got many ideas to share with Mandi and Jeremy.
All the puppies have been born. Today Brody's mom had her litter.....Four pups...ALL BOYS!!! We. as well as the breeder, were hoping for some girls out of her but not to be. Here is Slider, Brody's mom and her pups.


















Here are the girls from the other two litters....hopefully one of these pups will be ours in a couple of months.So exciting!

January 9, 2010

Yep, it IS COLD! Actually it wasn't as cold last night as I expected it to be but still cold. Made out trip to Mt. Vernon....I waved hi to you when we went by Apple Valley Rachel!!! got the pipe and then back home. On the way we stopped for breakfast at Peggy Sues and brought home pie...of course....chocolate peanut butter! YUMMO!
Nothing much else planned for the day just relaxing. Stay warm everyone!

January 8, 2010

All the local schools are out today due to the 6 inches of snow on the ground and the 10 degree temps. With windchill it is much below zero....burrrrr! I even got out Brody's coat to put on him when he goes out. He loves to bark at the shovel when I am shoveling the deck.
The guys were here the past two days to put in and turn on the gas line. After many months of waiting they did get the line out our road. We now have a gas water heater. We have the gas stove to heat the family room and we pick up the pipes etc. tomorrow in Mt. Vernon. Pat can't install it though until it is safe for him to get on the roof. Maybe awhile....sigh! Then eventually we will have a gas furnace put in which should lower the electric bill considerably and the gas should be somewhat cheaper and more efficient. Seems like there is always something that is needed when you own a home.
Sunday I am going to Akron with Mandi's mom Paula to attend a bridal show. Should be fun. Hope to get some more new ideas. Mandi is attending a similar show in Florida with her friend Holly. Between the two shows we are bound to find some good things.
Off to make some veggie soup. Should be great on a cold day like today and the weekend.
Stay warm everyone! It's cold out there!!!

January 2, 2010

Juat love the ribbon on this bouquet!

January 2, 2010

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2010!!!
The end of 2009 was a great intro to the new year. Jeremy and Mandi got engaged. I am sure the new year will bring wonderful things for everyone.
The second litter of puppies has arrived. This time there are 2 boys and 2 girls. Pics again on shingleoak.com. Brody's mom is the last to deliver and I am not sure when she is due. A couple of weeks yet I think. Anyways it will be fun to watch these little guys grown through the pictures.
Very cold out today and it is supposed to stay cold for a week or so. Well it is winter in Ohio..... With wind chills it is below zero. Brody and I do NOT like this cold!!!
Way to go Bucks! The win over the ducks was a great game. See how my son dressed for the game....what can I say....he's a fan and yes, that is his snuggie.