Too Hot for Horn Hunting!!!

We went out today and walked many miles. The temp was near 100, so the creeks got way full with the snow melt. These overfull creeks caused us some logistical problems. I had to get the truck to go get Darin. This is after I had to drive the 4 wheeler through the creek at another spot to get to the truck. He would have waded, but I told him I would rescue him!!

Scary, but fun!!

Darin found these, and I was showing him how tough I am. We found quite a few, but I developed a mild case of heat exhaustion, which slowed us down for a while. After I cooled off in the creek and got some cold water down me, things improved dramatically.

Music Trivia:

You take the good, you take the bad,

You take them both and there you have..........

Why I Love My Mom

She taught us to laugh and not take ourselves too seriously...

She's a fabulous cook...

She can make ANYTHING crafty or in the wood shop....

She taught us that power tools aren't just for boys... :)

She has a spit-fire spirit, and instilled that in her children...

She stands up for what she believes in...

She REFUSES to be intimidated by anyone or anything... (I like that alot...)

Her love for her kids and grandkids is very apparent in all her actions.

She pours her heart and soul into her family, and taught us kids to do the same...


This is just a sampling of the reasons I love my mom. I had better like her, too, since I am in the process of turning into her...... :)

I LOVE YOU MOM!!!!

I am such a copycatter....

Saturday Music Trivia

She's a really kinky girl,
The kind you don't take home to mother.....

I am in no way suggesting that any of you needs this.....just thought you might know someone who does :)

For Becky....

Dorothy is gone to see the wizard.... Did you watch this week? He was horrible!! I thought you and your D would be as happy as me and my D are. :) Who do you predict as the winner?

Wednesday Nite

Didn't I make you feel like you were the only man?
Didn't I do everything that a woman possibly can?

Music Trivia.....

Standin on the corner, waitin in the rain
I swear I'll never ever wait again
You gave me your word
But words to you are lies

LOVE LOVE LOVE this one....
(Go Becky!!!)

OK Beck, here ya go... :)

Busted flat in Baton Rouge, waiting for a train...
feeling nearly faded as my jeans.

Top Ten Tuesday........Saturday Edition :)

Things I Love About My Home Town

1. Basketball games: The whole town turned out to watch basketball games. It was so fun, and EVERYBODY was there.
2. Bon Fires in the woods: Frequently the teenagers would go to the hills and build big fires, where we would proceed to stand around and drink beer. There were always great stories the next day..... some true, some not so much.
3. Safety: We felt safe to walk wherever we wanted. We knew everyone, so we knew who the wierdos were, and we avoided them.
4. Rednecks: I love the redneck attitude. Most people from home are God fearing people who have a very strong sense of right and wrong. They really try not to overcomplicate things. (of course I am totally generalizing, here....)
5. Rivalry in sports among local schools: Some of the most thrilling times in my growing up live involved intense sports contests between us and our rival schools. Those times were awesome.
6. District and State tournaments in Baker: Our district tournaments were always in Baker, and we had a blast there! I don't even remember if we won, but being there is a great memory.
7. The Booster Club: We helped with many fundraisers over the years, from serving pie and coffee after basketball games to helping with a pit barbecue to concessions. Mom and Dad were really involved, so we ended up helping, too.
8. Lip Syncs: We did these for school fundraisers about twice a year. They were a hoot!
9. Going to Town: When we got old enough to drive, going to John Day to run around was one of the best things to do. We would cruise by baseball practice and pick out our favorite player to drool over. Then we'd go get a pop, drive around some more, and go home.
10. Family atmosphere: If we had any problems, we could find about any adult from MV, and they were always willing to help out. On the same token, they were willing to call our parents if we were seen doing things we had no business. Didn't like it so much then, but as a parent it seems like a great feature.