Scoop meets MIZZOU SNOW!

Tipping the scales at around 32 lbs.  Scoop seems oblivious to the snow we are having...

Christmas Trimmings....

Thanksgiving weekend is coming to a close, the kids are back in Florida preparing for finals and Christmas is just around the corner.  While T cooked a pizza on the Big Green Egg I put up our tree and started decorating the house. 

Can't wait for the kids to return in a few weeks for Christmas.

First TDay in Mizzou...

Happy Turkey Day !

Deceptive demeanor...

This weekend’s weather was exceptional for November and the animals all enjoyed a few hours in the yard and the sun.


This is Jordon; referred to by the Humane Society as a 'miniature German Shepherd' he is a mixed breed rescued from Dead Dog Beach in Puerto Rico a couple of years back.

He hates the camera so this shot was taken with a 600MM lens from about 50 feet away...he's also protecting a rib eye bone (his second of the day).

Wildlife up close...

Wildlife abounds at our house as evidenced by the finch feeding just a few feet from Mr. Squirrel finishing off his corn cob on the tree in the background.  75 degrees today, great day for the Mizzouri vs. Baylor game, just about time to leave for the tailgating...

Bluebird in training...

We built this Bluebird feeder a few days ago and it is designed to allow only bluebirds to enter to get the special worms we put inside it. To get them to use it they have to become familiar with the device. It has two holes in the sides for them to enter when the lid is closed and the glass is placed in the front.


However, initially you put the worms in the feeder with the glass and lid removed (or proped open) so they "discover" the worms. Over a couple of weeks, you replace the glass and then eventually close the lid. A couple of days ago the bluebirds discovered the feeder and now we have moved to replacing the glass and next week the lid will close. These birds are known to stay in the area during the winter so when the lid is closed they will be able to enter and exit the box from either side and have worms all winter long.

Bluebird in Training...

We built this Bluebird feeder a few days ago and it is designed to allow only bluebirds to enter to get the special worms we put inside it.  To get them to use it they have to become familiar with the device.  It has two holes in the sides for them to enter when the lid is closed and the glass is placed in the front. 

However, initially you put the worms in the feeder with the glass and lid removed (or proped open) so they "discover" the worms.  Over a couple of weeks, you replace the glass and then eventually close the lid.  A couple of days ago the bluebirds discovered the feeder and now we have moved to replacing the glass and next week the lid will close.  These birds are known to stay in the area during the winter so when the lid is closed they will be able to enter and exit the box from either side and have worms all winter long. 

Last Great Day of the Year (Weather wise)?

Some of you may think I am crazy, but I love fall...however being back in the Midwest brings with it the fall chores.  Raking leaves for instance.  Okay, so SOME of fall isn't all it's cracked up to be but today was a fantastic shirt sleeve day so into the yard I ventured to rake some leaves. 

Carolina Wren Invades our Topsy Tervy Planter

So much for the tomato plants my husband started in this topsy-turvy...it has been taken over by a family of wrens...babies and all.

Going Away is Bittersweet!

Jenny, Kym, Leslie, and Kim (and a cast of thousands not in this picture) at last nights Going Away Party...about 3 martinis into the night.

Frankly my dear we DO have Widow's Lace

Frankly My Dear...we DO have Widow's Lace! A weed too beautiful to weed wack away...brings back memories of the midwest.

Rock Bridge

Rock Bridge just off the Devil's Ice Box trail in Columbia, MO...amazing.

My Husband Planted a Pole...

I guess this was my fathers day gift from my husband...a clothesline pole.

It is becoming abundantly clear that he is anxious for me to arrive in Columbia so his 'house-chores' can subside. He must be getting tired of the washer and dryer routine if he is this motivated...on a Sunday, in 95 degree heat, on Fathers Day...digging a hole, mixing cement, a real man-job. Wow!

All for little ole' me...I can't wait to arrive and hang his underwear on it week after week...Happy Fathers Day to All!

End of Year Performance

A picture of the kids, Megan (Maggie) and Derek (D) all grown up, ages 18 and 22. Taken Thursday eve. after Megan's senior ballet performance.

There was no lack of tears when she danced solo and then with her male partner to end the evening. This was her 12th year performing with Florida Arts and Dance Company and we will really miss seeing all these wonderful performances.

When we get the pictures from the photographer I'll post some of them here for everyone to enjoy.

Sunfest 2009

What a weekend. Our Son's band Wait For Green was featured on the Coors Light Stage Saturday night at Sunfest in West Palm Beach. It was almost sureal to see him on stage playing drums at such a huge venue.

Of course it's their dream to hit the big times and who knows. It was a huge moment for them and a real rush to some really proud parents here. Look them up on myspace/waitforgreen or on youtube.com search wait for green for some videos.

Sunfest

It's late, I'm tired, but what a day!
Wait for Green, the band in which my son plays drums, played at Sunfest in West Palm Beach today.
It was so cool!
More to follow...

Missin' Hubby's BGE cooking

That's my hubby, in Columbia, MO using our Big Green Egg for the first time since it was delivered last week during the move. I can't wait to get there so we can enjoy those weekend cookouts and I can take the weekends off from cooking, Ha.

Blogging With The Wind...

Okay, I just set this site up for my wife who has been asking me for months to teach her how to blog...so tonight is the night. Happy Bloggin' Dear.