Friday, April 30, 2010

Friday Update

Happy Friday/Arbor Day. I already have too many trees in my yard. But if you can plant a tree today.

Yesterday was a good day. After work Doug and I went to the Longbranch to check out their facility. They have a lot of good menu options for the rehearsal dinner. After we left there we went to Pizza Ranch with Mark & Wanda for supper. The new manager there is great. She brought us 2 Tuscan Roma pizzas to our table. It was the only type of pizza I ate all night. I also ate from the salad bar and had broasted chicken and potatoes. It was a delicious meal.

I hope to see Bobo later today! Yeah!!

Happy Arbor Day

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Easy DIY: The orange olive oil lamp

Easiest DIY project ever: If you have an orange and a little bit of olive oil, you have the makings for a super simple oil lamp.

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Tree Identification Guide at arborday.org

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Thursday, April 29, 2010

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Wednesaday Update

I finally got the yard mowed last night. Although I was a bit warm when finished, it made me feel good...

Today after work we are going to the Longbranch to see if we will be booking them for the rehearsal dinner. I hope we can work something out.

Chloe will be coming down Friday with some more of her things. This is weirding Mao out a bit. She brings things in and then leaves, but she doesn't take the things back when she leaves. He's not sure what to think of this behavior.
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Wednesday, April 28, 2010

What A Wonderful World It Would Be!
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Wednesday Update

Not much going on here. We had a nice supper of pulled pork sandwiches last night. The pulled pork was resurrected from the freezer. We watched Deadliest Catch and Glee. Both were great, I was a bit worried about what Mr Schu was up to again this week.


I would like to see this movie.

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Tuesday Update

Monday down, five days of work to go. This gloomy weather has got to go.

Doug made a trip to Coralville yesterday to pick up the tux certificate at KCJJ. Next we meet with the sales manager at the Longbranch on Thursday. Isn't wedding planning fun!!

Last night was pretty quiet. Nothing new on TV until 8. We watched Top Gear, then Pawn Stars. On Pawn Stars they had a really nice Juke Box from the 40's, it was in rough shape when they got it. They took it to the guy that fixes old stuff like that and he really did a nice job restoring it.

This is what my Blog sounds like.

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Monday, April 26, 2010

Funny Animal Photos - In Case Of Emergency, Dial A Llama

Monday Update

Yesterday was a very good day. First of all it was an easy day, because Doug had made the pasta salad on Saturday. And we were making brats and dogs, so nothing else had to be done until right before everyone arrived. I had time to go to Menard's and purchase some plants for the garden. So far I have roma and big boy tomatoes, zucchini, green and gold peppers and cucumbers.

Chloe started moving in yesterday with a few boxes of clothes and books. She was here for supper, but unfortunately Ross did not show up. They went to the movie Kick-Ass.
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Sunday, April 25, 2010

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Sunday Update

Yesterday was a good day. Short day at work to start with. Thomas was here when I got home. We had hamburgers for lunch and then we went to register for the tuxes. Thomas and I did a little shopping afterward. I found a nice brooch to wear with my dress for the wedding. I think it is just the right color of purple.

After Thomas and Diedre headed back home, Doug and I went grocery shopping. I finally tried the can/bottle machines at Hy Vee. Not impressed, a couple were already out of order. We also had the usual issues of people blocking the isles.

Chloe gave us good news yesterday, she will be moving here sooner than expected. Sometime the first week of May. A very welcome surprise. I have a feeling the house is going to be crowded for a little while, fitting her bed and other stuff in this house will be a challenge. I love having kids in the house and can't wait!

Saturday, April 24, 2010

I Keep Shaking, But Nothing Comes Out!
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Saturday Update

The food at Deb's is very good! Doug and I are really enjoying our little lunch dates. It's a nice break in the middle of a busy work day.

Doug won the tux coupon at the auction. Now we can order the tuxes knowing we are saving! I'm only working 4 1/2 hours this morning, yeah! I'm happy I get to see Tommy for a little while today. Kind of sad that Chloe won't be here this weekend after all.

Friday, April 23, 2010

Friday Update

I'm happy Friday is finally here! Lunch date with Doug at Deb's!

Chloe should be stopping by for a visit sometime this weekend. And Thomas will be in town Saturday to order tuxes. Hopefully Doug will win the coupon at the radio station for tuxes at Skeffington's today.

I really need to find time to mow the grass this weekend. We are starting to get weeds longer than the grass in the back yard. I am only working a half day on Saturday so I should be able to work it in.

Happy Friday everyone!

Cars of Tomorrow as seen in the 1940's

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Happy Birthday Brother Tim!

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Happy Earth Day!!

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Earth Day 2010

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Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Monday, April 19, 2010


Sometimes you will do anything for a good parking space!


The Blueberry & Strawberry Trifle yesterday was amazing

Another good pic. We also had grilled chicken, fried chicken (in the grill pan), liver, bacon & onions, Ceasar salad, Cobb salad (Wanda) and potato salad. Lots of good leftovers this week.

Saturday, April 17, 2010


Doug asked me to post this picture of the sun's surface. He sees a horse kicking his back legs into the air.

Saturday Update

OT this morning!

We went to the Flamingo last night with Chloe & Ross. I had broasted chicken, it was very good. We were thinking of having the rehearsal dinner there. But now we think the drive there through all the flooded homes is just yucky and depressing. Not what you want for the day before a wedding.

After supper Chloe and Ross went to the Kernels game and later Doug received a text from Chloe, she said they were on the kissing cam! We stopped in at Theisens and picked up some seed potatoes. Don't worry Wanda, we got enough to share with you.

Friday, April 16, 2010

It seems that Ben & Allison left Iceland at the right time.

A giant green fireball assumed to be a meteor hit Wisconsin Wednesday night. Was seen in several states including Iowa.

This guy is Bananas!!

Thursday, April 15, 2010

Thursday Update

Not much for you today. Watched a little TV last night and that's about it. Looking forward to lunch date with Doug tomorrow! We are going to Deb's Deli.
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Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Wednesday Update

This week is going surprisingly quickly. Last night we watched Deadliest Catch and then Glee (thanks to TiVo). I loved the Sue Sylvester -Vogue video at the end of Glee. Can't wait for next weeks episode!

This is the best yet from Sue Sylvester!

Monday, April 12, 2010

Monday Update

I had a good one day off. Back to the grind today!

We were pretty busy with cooking yesterday. We had Chili Dogs, Bean & Ham Soup, Peppers Stuffed with Orzo, Spinach, Zucchini & Mushrooms, Cheesy-Cauliflower Scallop and Hummus with Pita Chips. Wanda brought a home-made chocolate cake for Amber's birthday. And I think Amber liked the hands free phone thing we got her for her birthday, to use in the car while she drives.

I got to hold little Alex for a while during Life. He was snoring and it sounded like Mao when he snores.
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15 Venn Diagrams

15 very funny Venn Diagrams to explain the Internet's fascination with Venn Diagrams, presented by NextRound.

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Sunday, April 11, 2010

Sunday Update

Not sure why I didn't sleep in this morning. Especially since I stayed up until 11. I think I will go back to bed and take a nap. While I was at work yesterday, Doug did most of the house cleaning, except the bathroom. He also washed all of the dishes from the day before and then washed our supper dishes later.

I have not had a chance to say anything about my wonderful lunch on Friday. Doug came downtown and we went to Little Kings. I had a club sandwich and some chips. It was fun and a much needed break from work. I hope we have a chance to have lunch together more often. A gal that works at Little Kings was selling cards that she makes. Doug took some pictures. I actually like Diedre's cards much better. Maybe Diedre could start selling her's at the Ahoy Fountain.



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A group of 150 high school students in Utah have created a 6,400-square-foot replica of Vincent van Gogh’s Starry Night out of two tons of Malt-O-Meal cereal. It took them almost a week to complete the entire thing; a plastic sheet with an outline of the design dictated which colors went where.

Friday, April 09, 2010

Amazing satellite images of Earth‏

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Friday Update

So last Saturday Chloe and I went shoe shopping for the wedding. We found great shoes at Payless, but we said, "Too bad there's no BOGO". Guess what, BOGO started this week! Just our luck!

Overtime today and tomorrow. Sunday will be a day of rest, I hope. Although there will be the usual weekend laundry, cleaning and cooking all rolled up into one day. So, yeah, no rest.

My favorite is the Bacon-Scented Bubbles.




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Thursday, April 08, 2010

Wednesday Update

Not much to say. Yesterday the emails at work were grueling. Another long day. We had Zio Johno's for supper, it made up for the rest of the day. And I have great leftovers for lunch today!

Wow! Not a good place for high voltage.

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Wednesday, April 07, 2010

Wednesday Update

Not much again today. We had some lovely storms yesterday. Luckily only a few sticks down in the yard. And a small branch on the garage. I love watching the blue glow of lightening from the living room window.

I think Chloe was a bit concerned for a while, she was getting some hail stones. No too large though. Thomas said they had pea sized hail in the early morning hours yesterday. Just enough to keep him awake.

Like I said, I don't have much else. We mostly watched weather reports last night. Oh and by the way, it's Prairieburg, not Prairiesburg. Newscasters who mispronounce town names should read a map.
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Monday, April 05, 2010

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Monday Update

We had a nice quiet Easter here. Doug took some jello jigglers and chocolate chip scones to Holland and Mila in the afternoon. For supper we had ham, salad and rolls. With jello jigglers and chocolate chip scones for dessert. Chloe, Ross and the nice friend (sorry Zach) whom I always forget his name (I will update this later once Doug reminds me) came over for supper. They stayed for a little while to chat. The rest of the evening I dozed on the couch while watching Life and HGTV.

Sunday, April 04, 2010

Happy Easter
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Sunday Update

We had a wonderful day with the kids yesterday. The only thing that would have made it better, would have been if Ashley could have been here as well.

Thomas came over around 11, he and I went shopping for tuxedo rentals for the wedding. We were surprisingly disappointed with the quality of service at Irwin's. Next we went to Skeffington's. They had excellent service, great choices and competitive prices. Next we went to Men's Wearhouse, it was super busy and had such a corporate feel. Plus the prices were quite high. I think Skeffington's is going to be the winner.

Thomas had lunch at our house and helped Doug get the battery out of Blue. Then he went back to Diedre's parents house to grade papers. Teachers, always working! After Thomas left, Doug and I went to Sears to purchase a battery for Blue. Doug is very happy that Blue is running again.

Chloe was the next to arrive, with her usual cheer (not the laundry soap) and laundry. I made Chocolate Chip Scones for her, she was very happy. She also tested the Easter Jigglers that I made. We had a nice chat while waiting for Thomas and Diedre to come over for supper.


Doug made the label, now I can market them.


The choice for supper was all over the place, imagine that! We started with Papa Murphy's pizza, or how about Metro Buffet (no too far away), Hamburger Mary's, Yen Ching or how about Jimmy John's and we eat outside somewhere. Eating outside got vetod to Chloe's displeasure. We finally decided on Genghis Grill which ended up being an excellent choice. Everyone got exactly what they wanted and I got to try Green Tea Ice Cream which is very good, although I wouldn't want it all the time.

After supper, we dropped Doug off at home and I went shopping with the kids at the mall. Chloe and I purchased shoes for the wedding and I got fitted at Victoria's Secret for an undergarment to lift "the girls". That however, will be a purchase made at Target or Walmart. We also stopped in at Hot Topic and Chloe purchased a sticker to put on her new pink Mini Netbook she will be recieving sometime this week and she bought a TMNT sticker for Thomas. He was excited.

We got home and Doug was out for a drive in Blue. Thomas and Diedre waited for him to arrive to say good-bye, as they plan to leave for home after they get back with Diedre's family from Easter at Green Valley. Ross came over after work to take Chloe to a movie, 'Clash of the Titans'. Doug made Ross a pizza to eat before the movie and he devoured it.

That was pretty much the end of the Day for me, I was tired and went to bed after Chloe and Ross left.

Saturday, April 03, 2010

Saturday Update

Yesterday was a good day, even though I had to work. It did rain most of the day, but I was at work, so that was only bad for those who didn't work.

Thomas called to say he bought a new car, a 1999 Honda Passport. He came over and took Doug and I for a drive. It is in really nice shape. One owner, a "little old man" who kept it in his garage.
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After Thomas left we had a late supper. Doug made me a delicious Ham & Cheese Omelet, and we watched "Who Do You Think You Are?". It was Brook Shields and she has quite a bit of royalty on her father's side of the family.

Chloe is planning to visit later today and I am getting ready to make more scones for her and Laura.

Where the F*ck is Carmen Sandiego?

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