Well here we are three days from the graduation open house. Concrete work, done. Landscaping, I think needs more annuals for color...but at this point, done. Railing, done. Am I still feeling overwhelmed, done! :) There is just shopping to be done and food to be cooked...but it will happen, it always does. But to potentially have nearly 200 people and making sure they get plenty to eat is just frazzling my nerves just a tinge.
Katie left this morning for an event with our youth group. She is doing "Survivor." Yes, she and about 12 other kids and a few adult leaders have taken to the backwoods and roughing it till Saturday morning. Funny thing is...they are roughing it in our woods about 1/2 mile from the house. So, about 9 am the day of the big event, I will be getting back a child who potentially will be cranky, smelly, mosquito bitten and probably pretty whiny. She has already been warned where to deposit her goods, and to shower and vegetate for a while by herself, until she gets herself pulled together. So I guess wish me luck with that one.
A sad note...my brother and sister-in-law Don and Sue will be unable to be here for the open house, because of some jobs he is finishing up. Good news is they will be here the early part of August and we can sit and catch up then.
Ok...enough from me...after being away for so long...I should keep this short so I can keep plugging away. I would post some pictures of the changes...but I think most of those who read my blog will be here. Also, I am not sure how to do it because I haven't been to the picture posting blog class with "B" yet. Maybe we will post party pictures here?!?! :)
Have an awesome day all...and as always...be blessed! :)
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Home Again...
Since my last post...we have been to St. Louis, Missouri and back. We took Erik down to Auction school in St. Louis, MO...got him settled in, stayed a few days and then headed back home. Katie stayed home with a family friend and survived everything...even tornado warnings. The two girls actually went to 5 open houses on behalf of our family. So they kept themselves VERY busy.
We hit the ground running when we returned. Katie has successfully completed her segment II with drivers education...her hope is to get the road test over with before she turns 16. She had an end of school party with her youth group, visited with an Amish family that just had a new baby, washed and readied a white horse for a show (a member of her 4-H group horse), attended a golf outing, assisted at a open house, and left for Washington DC. So what we may have missed while we were away...we made up for when we returned to ready her for the Washington Leadership Conference. From texts I have been receiving from her...she is really having a good time, but it is hot down there, especially when she has to have on her official wear. For those who don't realize she is down with the FFA. The official wear is a corduroy jacket, nylons, skirt, long sleeve white shirt and tie, so you can see where she is coming from.
For a piece of good news...drum roll please...Erik has returned from Auction School as a graduate. He attended Missouri Auction School, deemed the "Harvard" of auction schools. He is proud as a peacock of his accomplishments, and now is working to get the soil sampling done for this year before the soybeans get to big. Because you know...2nd cutting hay will be upon us before too long.
Oh...one more thing...as of yesterday, our flat work, or concrete project is done!! :0) Yeah!! But there is still readying the yard with all that was torn up in the process...but with help with the Mushroom House...it can be done. After all, we still have a month from today.
Take care all...to those who are travelling, be safe...and be blessed!!~
We hit the ground running when we returned. Katie has successfully completed her segment II with drivers education...her hope is to get the road test over with before she turns 16. She had an end of school party with her youth group, visited with an Amish family that just had a new baby, washed and readied a white horse for a show (a member of her 4-H group horse), attended a golf outing, assisted at a open house, and left for Washington DC. So what we may have missed while we were away...we made up for when we returned to ready her for the Washington Leadership Conference. From texts I have been receiving from her...she is really having a good time, but it is hot down there, especially when she has to have on her official wear. For those who don't realize she is down with the FFA. The official wear is a corduroy jacket, nylons, skirt, long sleeve white shirt and tie, so you can see where she is coming from.
For a piece of good news...drum roll please...Erik has returned from Auction School as a graduate. He attended Missouri Auction School, deemed the "Harvard" of auction schools. He is proud as a peacock of his accomplishments, and now is working to get the soil sampling done for this year before the soybeans get to big. Because you know...2nd cutting hay will be upon us before too long.
Oh...one more thing...as of yesterday, our flat work, or concrete project is done!! :0) Yeah!! But there is still readying the yard with all that was torn up in the process...but with help with the Mushroom House...it can be done. After all, we still have a month from today.
Take care all...to those who are travelling, be safe...and be blessed!!~
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Construction...
Hi all...we are changing things around our house a little bit. You know we wouldn't want to go into a plan to have a large open house for a graduate this summer without changing things up a bit, right?!?
Well...we are changing all of our decking and walkways around our house from wood to cement. Of course they were going to start the end of April first of May. They had a delay with one job and the rains came in...so they are still here and will be here at least mid-way through next week. Yeah! (little sarcasm) Actually they (the workers) are a great bunch of people and the end result will be awesome. But, I have so much ahead of me in the way of landscaping when they are finished. Katie is already declaring that there will be absolutely no changes to happen around the house when it comes time for her graduation. I love my left brained child! :) She is already planning now for her open house.
Erik is heading out soon to St. Louis to Auction school, open house invitations are in the mail, house is pulled together. See this mom can pull it all together! :)
Next week Katie takes segment II for her drivers license. Then in a few short weeks, she will be in possession of her official drivers license. That is if she gets that parallel parking down for her test.
Well I gotta run...have a great week all...and be blessed!
Well...we are changing all of our decking and walkways around our house from wood to cement. Of course they were going to start the end of April first of May. They had a delay with one job and the rains came in...so they are still here and will be here at least mid-way through next week. Yeah! (little sarcasm) Actually they (the workers) are a great bunch of people and the end result will be awesome. But, I have so much ahead of me in the way of landscaping when they are finished. Katie is already declaring that there will be absolutely no changes to happen around the house when it comes time for her graduation. I love my left brained child! :) She is already planning now for her open house.
Erik is heading out soon to St. Louis to Auction school, open house invitations are in the mail, house is pulled together. See this mom can pull it all together! :)
Next week Katie takes segment II for her drivers license. Then in a few short weeks, she will be in possession of her official drivers license. That is if she gets that parallel parking down for her test.
Well I gotta run...have a great week all...and be blessed!
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Seasons...
Ecc: 3:1 There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven.
After my last post you know we were very busy, last week. We made it to all the events and even got a field of hay mowed before the weekend was through. Today has not been the best one for drying so we will see how things come out.
I enjoyed an awesome end of Bible Study Brunch this morning with lots of fellowship and food! :) Later this week, we will attend our local Homeschool follies performance. (we are only going to watch, and Erik will get a gift as a graduate)
Later this weekend and into Memorial day we have open houses to attend and birthday's to celebrate.
We do hope you all have a fantastic Memorial Day weekend. Stay cool on these hot days and enjoy your family.
Oh...and a belated anniversary wish to Gary & Leslie yesterday.
Have a great week all and be blessed!~
Friday, May 14, 2010
Mid-May
Hi all...wow, where does the time go between postings? We have been so very busy in so many areas. Planting is on a stand still. With only 38 acres of corn left to put in the field and 3 days left of soybeans we are not too worried, because it is still so early.
Don surprised us all with a quick visit over Mother's Day. Always good to see him...sad that Sue couldn't steal away any time though...but, they are for sure coming sometime this summer for a high school reunion in August, and maybe an open house in July...please, please, please!!! Ok...enough begging for now! :)
Katie has begun her time with the Minnie she will be working with at the fair. Sally is so sweet. Katie has been learning and teaching all at the same time. Showmanship, jumping, and tomorrow, she will learn how to drive...which we heard Miss Sally is quite good at. We thank Miss Lori so much for the opportunity to work with Sweet Sally.
Late last week we had the awesome opportunity to watch a homeschool production of the Titanic. This presentation was as professional as any community theatre I have seen and I've seen quite a lot. Great job to the Hetke Family...your dedication payed off.
Mother's day was a lazy day with G & G Geese, Don, Gary, Leslie, Mackenzie and the twins Rylee and Alexis here for dinner. It was extra special because it was the twins' birthday as well. They stayed quite a while and we got out Dexter and gave him some loving before he went away for a while. It was a great day...we missed those who couldn't be here. Later we visited Doug's parents.
So as for Dexter...he went to the Amish family to get broke to a cart. He was good on the ride down. As soon as we unloaded him one of the little boys said...can I sit on him...I said sure...then one at a time a few of them where on and off of him. I think they like him. I sure hope he gets along ok. Mr. Mikey is a bit lonely...but the steers are keeping him company. We are too!
We all have been busy this week with the norm. Next week we have to hit the ground running with all the events that we have coming up. We will go to Lansing and Erik will get his diploma. Later that day we will go to Jackson and Katie will be part of the Pioneer's Spring Celebration. Her sign language group are signing to the song "Praise you in the Storm" by Casting Crown...should be a good evening.
I will go down and check up on Mr. Dexter next Friday...Saturday Katie has a mini whinnie show and Erik has prom. Sunday, the boys are doing the Richard Petty driving experience at M.I.S. I'd better start taking my vitamins now to prepare for next week.
Oh...one more thing...I want to wish Ken & Brenda a Happy 25th Anniversary, May 18.
Keep your head up, keep smiling and be blessed all...take care!~
Don surprised us all with a quick visit over Mother's Day. Always good to see him...sad that Sue couldn't steal away any time though...but, they are for sure coming sometime this summer for a high school reunion in August, and maybe an open house in July...please, please, please!!! Ok...enough begging for now! :)
Katie has begun her time with the Minnie she will be working with at the fair. Sally is so sweet. Katie has been learning and teaching all at the same time. Showmanship, jumping, and tomorrow, she will learn how to drive...which we heard Miss Sally is quite good at. We thank Miss Lori so much for the opportunity to work with Sweet Sally.
Late last week we had the awesome opportunity to watch a homeschool production of the Titanic. This presentation was as professional as any community theatre I have seen and I've seen quite a lot. Great job to the Hetke Family...your dedication payed off.
Mother's day was a lazy day with G & G Geese, Don, Gary, Leslie, Mackenzie and the twins Rylee and Alexis here for dinner. It was extra special because it was the twins' birthday as well. They stayed quite a while and we got out Dexter and gave him some loving before he went away for a while. It was a great day...we missed those who couldn't be here. Later we visited Doug's parents.
So as for Dexter...he went to the Amish family to get broke to a cart. He was good on the ride down. As soon as we unloaded him one of the little boys said...can I sit on him...I said sure...then one at a time a few of them where on and off of him. I think they like him. I sure hope he gets along ok. Mr. Mikey is a bit lonely...but the steers are keeping him company. We are too!
We all have been busy this week with the norm. Next week we have to hit the ground running with all the events that we have coming up. We will go to Lansing and Erik will get his diploma. Later that day we will go to Jackson and Katie will be part of the Pioneer's Spring Celebration. Her sign language group are signing to the song "Praise you in the Storm" by Casting Crown...should be a good evening.
I will go down and check up on Mr. Dexter next Friday...Saturday Katie has a mini whinnie show and Erik has prom. Sunday, the boys are doing the Richard Petty driving experience at M.I.S. I'd better start taking my vitamins now to prepare for next week.
Oh...one more thing...I want to wish Ken & Brenda a Happy 25th Anniversary, May 18.
Keep your head up, keep smiling and be blessed all...take care!~
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Spring has sprung!
Hi all...sorry I can't believe it has been nearly a month since my last post. Many things have been going on since that time. I will try to fill you in on them, as brief as possible.
Of course the normal meetings, appointments, working at my favorite green house, school, time with horses, birthday's...YIKES :), and planting season has begun. As of today we are down to only 400 acres remaining of planting corn...which is so unusual. Beans are being planted too, but of course we started later with them, so we have less in at this time.
We also have had hospital visits...G'ma. Geese... one at Battle Creek heath systems one Monday and Borgess the following. I guess we are going on the evaluation system. : ) Still not sure what is to come of this. G & G Geese are going to Mayo again soon to hopefully get some clear answers. Please keep them in your prayers as symptoms continue since the last stay.
I went to the most awesome simulcast of Beth Moore. Anyone who has a chance of seeing her in one of these, or doing one her studies, truly will be blessed. I came away from this changed! Awesome woman.
Katie has had ups and downs since I wrote last. We made a really hard decision to alter her summer plans...forever! But since that decision she has been blessed with incredible things. She has gotten a scholarship to attend Washington DC with the FFA Organization. She was chosen because of her participation with their program through the Branch Area Career Center. I believe she will be attending there next year, 4 days a week, just in the afternoons. She will still attend her classes on Wednesday in Jackson. So she will be a very busy girl. Hopefully she can complete her Geometry class this summer to help with her workload. Another thing she is doing, is taking a miniature horse to the fair this year. She is doing it to help a clover bud (someone younger than 9) so they can show in classes as well. This will be an exciting time for her.
Erik is officially signed up for Auctioneer school in St. Louis, Missouri in June. He is super excited, but also a little nervous. I figure he might as well put his love of Auctions to good use.
Oh...one more thing...we are taking Dexter, our miniature donkey to a Amish gentleman in Topeka, IN to be cart broken. I am so super excited to do this. I hope Mikey can be content with the steers while he is gone.
Ok...that is enough for one update. I promise, I will not let so much time go by before I update again.
Take care all...and be blessed!!!~
Of course the normal meetings, appointments, working at my favorite green house, school, time with horses, birthday's...YIKES :), and planting season has begun. As of today we are down to only 400 acres remaining of planting corn...which is so unusual. Beans are being planted too, but of course we started later with them, so we have less in at this time.
We also have had hospital visits...G'ma. Geese... one at Battle Creek heath systems one Monday and Borgess the following. I guess we are going on the evaluation system. : ) Still not sure what is to come of this. G & G Geese are going to Mayo again soon to hopefully get some clear answers. Please keep them in your prayers as symptoms continue since the last stay.
I went to the most awesome simulcast of Beth Moore. Anyone who has a chance of seeing her in one of these, or doing one her studies, truly will be blessed. I came away from this changed! Awesome woman.
Katie has had ups and downs since I wrote last. We made a really hard decision to alter her summer plans...forever! But since that decision she has been blessed with incredible things. She has gotten a scholarship to attend Washington DC with the FFA Organization. She was chosen because of her participation with their program through the Branch Area Career Center. I believe she will be attending there next year, 4 days a week, just in the afternoons. She will still attend her classes on Wednesday in Jackson. So she will be a very busy girl. Hopefully she can complete her Geometry class this summer to help with her workload. Another thing she is doing, is taking a miniature horse to the fair this year. She is doing it to help a clover bud (someone younger than 9) so they can show in classes as well. This will be an exciting time for her.
Erik is officially signed up for Auctioneer school in St. Louis, Missouri in June. He is super excited, but also a little nervous. I figure he might as well put his love of Auctions to good use.
Oh...one more thing...we are taking Dexter, our miniature donkey to a Amish gentleman in Topeka, IN to be cart broken. I am so super excited to do this. I hope Mikey can be content with the steers while he is gone.
Ok...that is enough for one update. I promise, I will not let so much time go by before I update again.
Take care all...and be blessed!!!~
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Good Day...
Hi all...we have great news. Myers Farms offically has two who are licensed to purchase chemicals. Yes...Erik has successfully obtained his private core license, which was a requirement in his ag class he is taking. To say he was excited yesterday afternoon, was an understatement!
Busy day ahead...Katie is babysitting a set of twin seven year olds, then going up and riding Mr. Chip.
Have a good day all...be blessed!
Busy day ahead...Katie is babysitting a set of twin seven year olds, then going up and riding Mr. Chip.
Have a good day all...be blessed!
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