Gramma Says.....

She has had a busy day with Munchie. They went to the grocery store and a wagon ride and had a wonderful day together. Uncle Craig showed Munchie how to use the music equipment too! Gramma says he was soooo tired that he went to bed happily at 7 o'clock. She had heard from Mumma and Dadda. They were enjoying the food and the chance to have some special time together.

I haven't taken the time to download any pictures yet....seemed that we were busy all day today too. And.............the new season of House started tonight and I just had to see it! Hopefully tomorrow morning I will wake up bright and early and find some spare time! Until then...sweet dreams all!

We're Home - They're Married!

We arrived home earlier this evening...kinda worn out from all the excitement and the travelling. Everything turned out fine and everyone had a good time. Mamma called me from their secret honeymoon place tonight - they were tired and hadn't explored at all...the new bride and groom had arrived safely at their destination and had called Gramma to confirm that Munchie had settled down for the night. I didn't take the time to download any pictures off the camera. I didn't get a lot of them, because my role for the day was keeping an eye on Munchie - which didn't lend itself to picture taking. But, the good news is that, as usual, Granny Maureen was madly snapping away...so I'm hoping she will send me some to share with you. Also, Auntie Melissa was doing the official photography, so I'm hoping I will get some from her as well.... but they will probably take quite a while. Right now, I'm off to bed - in my very own, comfortable bed with my very own poofy pillows - Yes! Good Night All!

What's Up?

Well...there is actually a lot happening these days. I have been busy at work, since there has been some staff away for one reason or another, and some in training - leaving a larger work load than normal. It has been a busy time - but rather fun, since I get the chance to do some things that I don't normally do any more. It keep life interesting and provides a bit more challenge than the usual stuff that I do all the time. Munchie wondered why I hadn't been down to visit the last two time that Poppa went, and decided he would hone up his computer skills to see if he could come to give me a hand. It looks like he is getting quite good at it, and Mamma was telling me that he has the knack of turning his computer off and on again fine-tuned - as well as the ability to turn up the volume. That sounds like a good start and I'm sure he will be helping me in no time! Maybe, he will be able to post some blogs for me, since I seem to be hopelessly lax lately.

We went wild last weekend and actually made it to the flower shop and bought a couple of plants for our front patio - you know the one that Poppa worked so hard on - and then we ran out of time to make it beautiful. The end result isn't exactly perfect, but at least it cheers it up and gives us an idea of what we want to do for next year. I am especially fond of the little red flowers on the table - I have no idea what kind of plant it is, and it was ridiculously expensive, but it looks just like I wanted it to. The large pot of mums was just an easy fall choice and provides lot of colour.

Here are the bears, first thing in the morning - getting ready to start their day. We had a hard time getting them rousted out - they were snuggled up together and were nice and warm. Squeegie complained bitterly that it was chilly in the bedroom and he didn't want to get out from under the covers. They look kinda cute, but it was time to get going, so we had to haul them out and convince them to get dressed.

Auntie Colleen has been really busy lately, making cards for a big event that is coming up, so I haven't gotten as many pictures as I'm used to. So I looked through the file folder with all her pictures in it, and decided to share this one with you. Auntie Colleen and Uncle Shaun like to collect quirky and unusual birdhouses. They have a local artist's shop that they visit in the spring, where they usually discover a new, wonderful addition. I'm not sure when they got this specimen - but I love it for its uniqueness. According to the dialogue that came with the photo, it is empty and available for an equally unique bird family to move into.

Regarding that important event that is looming on the horizon..... on Saturday, September 19th, 2009 ...... Mamma and Daddad are taking the plunge and getting married! Gramma is being more than generous and providing her own beach for the ceremony........and allowing all the guests to converge on her backyard. The dress had been bought and altered. Arrangements have been made for suitable attire for Daddad and Munchie. Now - we are all awaiting the big day. I will be sure to get lots of pictures - although I may have to ask Granny Maureen to help me with that, since I have been assigned the task of keeping an eye on Munchie while Mamma and Daddad are otherwise occupied. Since Granny Maureen is great with both the camera and the kids - I am thinking I will ask for her assistance that day. Now we are all praying for good weather and sunny skies for the bride-to-be and her special fiance! And here is our little family - all together in Gramma's pool.

We finally got the bears dressed and into the car for a trip

into town for breakfast. Of course, we got them all settled into the car and then Poppa thought of a thousand little things he had to do, just before we left. Squeegie and Taffy sat in the car -

Squeegie quite impatiently - and little Taffy quite patiently - and waited until Poppa was ready and then we headed into town. Of course, by then, Squeegie was starving and wanted a hungry-man breakfast.

Finally, here is a picture of Poppa with his much-loved and prized 2001 Lincoln Continental. For those of you who are not car-buffs - Ford no longer makes Continentals. They have introduced several new models - which of course, are smaller and more fuel-efficient - in keeping with today's trends. After much thought and consideration, Poppa decided that since we could no longer get parts for his Continental, and having them specially fabricated is costly, that it was time to deal the car for a new vehicle. He went and picked up his new vehicle today. He stopped in to show Mamma and Munchkin before he brought it home. I took it for a little spin. And, then Poppa, Squeegie and Taffy all climbed in and went into town to show Kev-Inn. Due to all this activity, I didn't have time to get any pictures of the new one for you - but I will do that - probably after the wedding.

Growing Season

It appears that the growing season is coming to an end. The flowers are beginning to fade and the leaves are just starting to turn colour. The trees will soon look beautiful, but I always wish summer wouldn't end. It was a good summer for the growing thing, lots of rain and not a lot of sweltering weather to dry out their soil. Right now, one of the rose bushes is still absolutely gorgeous, but the rest of the flowers are not looking so vibrant. Poppa's little tree farm seems to be preparing for the cold winter - they are not growing any more and the little leaves are beginning to dry - they did quite well over the summer though.

The one growing thing remaining is our little Munchkin - who appears to be thriving. He loves the flowers - I wonder what he will think of the snow. He probably won't be able to get down and crawl around in the snow, like he was in the grass. He came for a visit recently and while crawling over to examine a flower bed found the biggest, hairiest caterpillar I had ever seen - so I had to bring that adventure to an end ever so quickly - before he picked it up and squeezed! Since I was in charge at that moment I didn't catch it on film. This is a shot from his last visit to Poppa's house, before the infamous hair-cut. You can see how he is growing. It is amazing how much he has changed in his 10 months of the life experience. It is hard to imagine that just that short time ago he was a warm, little bundle who ate and slept - and stayed in one place when you put him down!

I haven't gotten much knitting done. The cover-up is still growing slowly, but very slowly it seems. One of the girls at work is off on sick leave for another week, so I've been filling in. Kev-Inn was also off. He spent his time off helping Poppa put a new roof on the tool shed. I was at work doing Kev-Inn's stuff, so I didn't get a picture, but here they are throwing out the old shingles at a local disposal site. I thought they looked really cute with their hard hats on!

Another of the girls at work is leaving to pursue another opportunity. She was looking pensive in this shot I took. I can't imagine what she was thinking! We're going to miss her a lot - she always kept us laughing with her tales of wedding showers, family get-togethers and ex-wives. She is one of those people who always adds some sunshine to the day - even when she's having a bad day, she makes others smile. Good Luck! Oh yes, and just before she left I did catch her smiling! She's pretty too!

Here is another shot from one of our Sunday drives. I love this part of the country. It is north of where we live in a large expanse of crown land that runs along a fast-flowing river. The greenery grows with wild abandon for humanity. There is a good chance of espying all sorts of wild life and in the fall the area resounds with the crack of gun shots while hunters seek trophies and food. But, at this time of year it is peaceful and alluring. One of my favourite spots at any time of the year. Wouldn't this make an amazing, challenging jigsaw puzzle?!?

A New Look

Here is Daddad and Munchie - what are they doing?? Look at that blond, curly hair - what is Daddad doing? What is that thing in Daddad's hand?



How do I look Mummum? Do you recognize me? Didn't Daddad do a great job? Whaddya think?

Honest Mummum - it's still me - I just look like a grown-up little boy now, that's all.

Here is the new Munchie - minus the golden curls - our little boy.

Take A Good Look

Okay everyone - I want you to take a really good look at this picture of our little Munchie with his golden curls. More to follow......

The same day that Poppa & I stopped in the Memorial Garden at the park, we veered off the marked trail, and followed the old rail bed until we arrived at the rear of the old train station, which has lots of character and is currently used as the bus station for buses to and from out-of-town places. I had never seen the back of the building and so couldn't resist snapping a couple of shots. Even from the back I thought the character of the old building shone through.

Last time Munchie came for a visit, Mummum and Poppa took some time to wash and wax Mummum's car. They spent quite a while working on it and when they were done it looked just like brand new. They were both kinda tired and hot when they were done, but both of them declared that it was worth the effort to see the car looking so spiffy.

While Mummum was occupied with the car, little Munchkin decided it was a good time to go exploring in Poppa's grass. It was longer than usual because Poppa had been so busy and if he had any spare time, then it was raining. But, although Poppa thought it was terrible to have such an unmanicured lawn, Munchie thought it made absolutely wonderful territory for exploring. Daddad had gone fishing someplace or other, so Munchie was being supervised by Nanna and he found that she was quite lenient with the rules and regulations - that's what grandmothers are for - right?

Once Daddad returned from a successful fishing expedition (well, he said he caught a few fish, but he didn't bring home any proof of his fish stories), he and Mummum decided a few moments of rest and relaxation were in order and went outside for a dip in the hot tub. This left little Munchkin unattended while Nanna made supper, so Poppa crawled into the void and entertained (translate - played with) our little guy.

I'm still working on that cotton blend cover-up, but haven't made much progress - so no new pictures for you yet. Maybe I'll get more time this week.

First Pizza

Here is Munchie's first taste of pizza - looks like he quite enjoyed it! And..... if you click on the picture and look closely - you can see some teeth!!!