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!
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!!!
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.
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 :)
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.
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......
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!
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.
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!
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 !
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.
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.:)
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!!
On our last night in Florida, we went to dinner with Jeremy and Mandi and two of their close friends. Right before dinner, Jeremy popped the question and presented the ring. Mandi was so surprised and she said yes.
Pat and I are both SO happy for them!
Well we are enjoying our time in Florida with Jeremy and Mandi. Got in on Monday and had pizza in for dinner as we were all tired. Excellent pizza...in fact Pat and I ate leftovers for lunch on Tuesday. Tuesday both kids had to work so Pat and I just hung out at home with the nuttyman. Went to the Ale House for dinner last night. Very good.
Today we woke up to rain. It has rained all day. Jeremy had to go into work for awhile but he was home about noon to pick up Pat and take him to the club to look around. Mandi and I went to see New Moon and then grocery shopping for dinner tomorrow. Jeremy has to work until one tomorrow so we will have a min afternoon Thanksgiving dinner and then football.
Hope everyone has a great turkey day!!
BEAT MICH-AGAIN!!! GO BUCKEYES!
We are packing today for our trip to Florida to spend Thanksgiving with Jeremy and Mandi. Tomorrow we will have Thanksgiving with my brother and sister and leave Brody to stay with them for the week. He should have fun with Zoe my brother's doberman. They love to run and play in the fenced in yard. We will miss him but will also have fun in the sun with the kids.
Anyone who wants to see my Christmas crafts, I have them on my other blog site and they are at South Lawn.
Yep, we are getting a new puppy. Pat contacted the breeder we got Brody from and she is expecting 3 litters at Christmas time. We are first on the list for a little girl. I couldn't resist taking a picture for our Thanksgiving card. He actually sat there very well while I took the picture. The look on his face says it all....not too enthused are we?? Kinda looks like a mug shot to me. LOL He is such a good boy and I am hoping that his sister will be just as good and loving.
Went to a stampin up card party last night hosted by Judie Snoots. We made three different Christmas cards and an ornament. It was fun. Out at Perry Chapel Church...not Prairie Chapel but Perry Chapel. It was out past Union School. Out in the boonies for sure. I thought surely I must be in Newark by now...LOL. Met some nice ladies and had fun.
Off to get hair done tonight and time with Linda C. We have done this for years and never get tired of eachother's company. I miss her terribly after seeing her everyday for so many years. It's nice to have a girls night out once in a while.
One week and we will be in Florida for our visit with Jeremy and Mandi for Thanksgiving. CAN'T WAIT to see them!! Miss you guys and love you more.
Congratulations are in order to my brother John. It has been one year since he had his heart attack. He is feeling fine and has recovered completely. God is good!
Spent this afternoon at a baby shower for Kelly Clark Bratton. Her mom Linda hosted a wonderful time....it was at Roberta's. She got many nice gifts and everyone had fun.
Brody had me up again last night several times. Again he just stood in the kitchen looking at me. I thought again that he wanted to go out but he didn't. I finally gave up after the third time and just told him to go to bed! Sure enough this morning when Pat checked the mouse traps we had caught another one!! Brody the Mouser! LOL. Again, I guess I should be thankful he doesn't bark incessantly or tear things up trying to get at the mouse. We haven't had mice in several years. I think the outside neighborhood cats are getting lazy....plus there aren't as many of them as there used to be. No fear..Brody is on it :)
Have a few craft things to complete and then take all into South Lawn for the teachers to see. Also see there are seasonal flu shots tomorrow at the health dept. so may try to get in and get one.
