Hunker Down, and WRITE IT OUT
16 hours ago
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Hunter's graduation
The newest member of our household - for the next 6 weeks anyway!
Graduation weekend
Friday afternoon we drove through major thunderstorms to Beresford, SD for Hunter's high school graduation. We stayed at the Super 8 in Beresford. We used to always stay there when we were in Beresford - but haven't stayed there for awhile. We probably won't stay there again. It was ok - but not that great anymore. Alec and Jason were very disappointed that the pool was closed. It would have been nice if they had told us when we made the reservation - but they didn't. Poor Alec had on his trunks and goggles and was all ready to jump in, when he opened the door and found nothing but a dry, empty hole in the ground. He was very disappointed. So anyway - we didn't do much Friday night. Just ate at Subway and hung around the motel. Hunter, Taryn and Brady came by for awhile and visited.
Saturday at 2:00 was the graduation. After that there was a party at the Orr's house. (The Orr's are the family that Hunter has been living with for his senior year.) The party was for both Zach Orr and Hunter and was very nice.
After that party we drove to Sioux Falls to look for a bicycle rack. We determined they were much to expensive and that we could tie Autumn's bike on the roof rack. Once we were done there it was time to head to Barb's house for a BBQ and graduation celebration. The honoree was too busy with his friends to make to the party - but we still had a nice time. They served burgers and brats and had a fire in the outdoor fire pit. All the kids (young and old) had a lot of fun playing in the backyard. We headed back to our motel around 10:30. It had been a long day. Brad, Michael and Autumn dropped off me and boys and then went to gather Autumn's things from her mom's house.
We all got some sleep and then packed up everything to head back to KC. We were going to leave at 9:00 but were slow moving and did not get gone until 10:00. Hunter came over at 8:30 to visit a little and say goodbye. He stayed until we left. We made good time and were home by 3:30. Good thing - because Michael had to be at work at 4:30. It was a tiring but nice weekend. It went fast!
The graduate
with 2 of his brothers
with his big sis and bro
with his 'adopted' family, the Orrs
Graduation weekend
Friday afternoon we drove through major thunderstorms to Beresford, SD for Hunter's high school graduation. We stayed at the Super 8 in Beresford. We used to always stay there when we were in Beresford - but haven't stayed there for awhile. We probably won't stay there again. It was ok - but not that great anymore. Alec and Jason were very disappointed that the pool was closed. It would have been nice if they had told us when we made the reservation - but they didn't. Poor Alec had on his trunks and goggles and was all ready to jump in, when he opened the door and found nothing but a dry, empty hole in the ground. He was very disappointed. So anyway - we didn't do much Friday night. Just ate at Subway and hung around the motel. Hunter, Taryn and Brady came by for awhile and visited.
Saturday at 2:00 was the graduation. After that there was a party at the Orr's house. (The Orr's are the family that Hunter has been living with for his senior year.) The party was for both Zach Orr and Hunter and was very nice.
After that party we drove to Sioux Falls to look for a bicycle rack. We determined they were much to expensive and that we could tie Autumn's bike on the roof rack. Once we were done there it was time to head to Barb's house for a BBQ and graduation celebration. The honoree was too busy with his friends to make to the party - but we still had a nice time. They served burgers and brats and had a fire in the outdoor fire pit. All the kids (young and old) had a lot of fun playing in the backyard. We headed back to our motel around 10:30. It had been a long day. Brad, Michael and Autumn dropped off me and boys and then went to gather Autumn's things from her mom's house.
We all got some sleep and then packed up everything to head back to KC. We were going to leave at 9:00 but were slow moving and did not get gone until 10:00. Hunter came over at 8:30 to visit a little and say goodbye. He stayed until we left. We made good time and were home by 3:30. Good thing - because Michael had to be at work at 4:30. It was a tiring but nice weekend. It went fast!
The graduate
with 2 of his brothers
with his big sis and bro
with his 'adopted' family, the Orrs
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Sunday, May 03, 2009
Happy May!
It looks like today is turning out to be a beautiful spring day. Everything is nice a green due to the recent deluge of rain. But today the sun is shining. I should be probably be out enjoying it instead of sitting at the computer :)
Taryn left this morning after spending a few days with us. It was really nice to see her. I wish she lived closer. I guess we will see her and everyone else in just two weeks when we go up for Hunter's graduation.
My school got out Friday. I don't go back until my summer class starts in 6 weeks. Jason and Alec do not get out until May 29.
Autumn is coming back with us from Hunter's Graduation and staying until July 2. That will be fun. I know she will enjoy spending time with her daddy. Michael is doing pretty good. He's working a lot at Applebee's. I know he wants to go back to SD to be closer to his band. Maybe he can soon.
We had a Cub Scout cookout at Lake Jacomo last night. It was supposed to be a campout but it ended up being to muddy and wet. The cookout was nice though and it turned out to be a really nice evening.
That's about it for now - I think.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Monday, April 20, 2009
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Thursday, April 09, 2009
Tuesday, April 07, 2009
update - sort of
I haven't actually 'written' anything for awhile - just posted pictures. So, I thought I would write something today......
March was busy with activities and spring break.
Alec has now switched from piano to drum lessons. His teacher kept cancelling on us and I figured why waste money on piano when what he really wants is to play the drums. I guess he takes after his big brother Michael, in that way. Alec also graduated to his orange belt in TaeKwonDo in March.
There have been lots of birthdays. Outside of our family - Alec had two birthday party/sleepovers that he went to this last weekend. Needless to say, on Sunday he was a tired little boy. Inside our family - we had Taryn, Charles and my birthdays in March. And in April we have Jason's, Ryne's and Tami's.
Brad and I normally go on a trip for our anniversary each year - but so far we have nothing planned for this year. And it's a big one too! 15 years. Maybe later in the year we can go somewhere. He did take our anniversary day off and we spent the day together - for the most part. That's about it.
Jason is going to be 14 in a couple of days. Wow! Where does the time go? My cute, little baby boy is getting to be all grown up. He probably would not appreciate being called that :)
I have been enjoying catching up with a lot of family and friends on Facebook. I think I am addicted to it. I check in several times a day. But I enjoy it - so why not?
School is going good. I am learning a lot in my class and really enjoy the assignments. We only have a couple left! I think May 8 is my last day. I signed up for a 6 week summer class - but currently there are only 2 people in it - so it may get cancelled. - Which actually stinks because it is a pre-req for one of my fall classes - so it will screw everything up.
I guess I have rambled enough for today. I need to get moving and go birthday shopping for Jay!
Until next time..............
March was busy with activities and spring break.
Alec has now switched from piano to drum lessons. His teacher kept cancelling on us and I figured why waste money on piano when what he really wants is to play the drums. I guess he takes after his big brother Michael, in that way. Alec also graduated to his orange belt in TaeKwonDo in March.
There have been lots of birthdays. Outside of our family - Alec had two birthday party/sleepovers that he went to this last weekend. Needless to say, on Sunday he was a tired little boy. Inside our family - we had Taryn, Charles and my birthdays in March. And in April we have Jason's, Ryne's and Tami's.
Brad and I normally go on a trip for our anniversary each year - but so far we have nothing planned for this year. And it's a big one too! 15 years. Maybe later in the year we can go somewhere. He did take our anniversary day off and we spent the day together - for the most part. That's about it.
Jason is going to be 14 in a couple of days. Wow! Where does the time go? My cute, little baby boy is getting to be all grown up. He probably would not appreciate being called that :)
I have been enjoying catching up with a lot of family and friends on Facebook. I think I am addicted to it. I check in several times a day. But I enjoy it - so why not?
School is going good. I am learning a lot in my class and really enjoy the assignments. We only have a couple left! I think May 8 is my last day. I signed up for a 6 week summer class - but currently there are only 2 people in it - so it may get cancelled. - Which actually stinks because it is a pre-req for one of my fall classes - so it will screw everything up.
I guess I have rambled enough for today. I need to get moving and go birthday shopping for Jay!
Until next time..............
Sunday, April 05, 2009
Thursday, April 02, 2009
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Brrrrr...
It rained, then iced, then snowed. I had to cancel my birthday lunch with friends. :( I hope this is all the ice and snow until fall.
Friday, March 27, 2009
Spring was here - what happened?
It is 32 degrees this morning and is supposed to snow 5 - 8 inches tomorrow. What the heck? Everything had started turning green and looked beautiful. I know I wanted it to snow last time - but this time I am so over it. No more white stuff!
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Alec's 'surprise me' homework
Alec's home work for his STRETCH (STudents Reaching Excellence Through CHallenge)class over Spring Break was "surprise me". They could do anything they wanted.
This is a link to Alec's blog and what his surprise was for his teacher.
Alec's (and Brad's) Spring break project - watch the videos
:0) Have a great day!
Leisha
This is a link to Alec's blog and what his surprise was for his teacher.
Alec's (and Brad's) Spring break project - watch the videos
:0) Have a great day!
Leisha
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Rest In Peace Aunt Evelyn
My grandfather's sister Evelyn passed away Saturday at the age of 97. Her twin sister Charlotte is still living. As you can see from the obit below - she had a large family that will miss her - children, grand children, great grandchildren and even great great grandchildren. And that does not even count all the nieces, nephews, and greats of all of those. Rest in peace Aunt Evelyn. You can finally be with Uncle Bob and Forrest again.
Mary Evelyn (Douthat) Young, 97, of Belton, MO, passed away March 14, 2009. Visitation will be held from 4-6 p.m., Sunday, March 15, 2009, at the Park Lawn Chapel, Hillcrest Road at 83rd Street, Kansas City. Private entombment will be Monday in Memorial Park Cemetery. Evelyn was born August 22, 1911 in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Claud and Maggie Douthat. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert H. Young in 1986, a son, Forrest "Bubbie" Young in 1951, and a great grandson, Jacob Parrish Trussell, in 1986. Survivors include her daughters, Judy Rader (Richard) of Peculiar, MO, and Barbara Yu of Laramie, WY; her twin sister, Charlotte Marietta of Belton, MO; five grandchildren, Scott Tafel (Ruth), Dennis Rader (Lisa), Kim Standley (Mike), Cindi Trussell, and Kristy Jones (Mark); twelve great grandchildren, and three great- great grandchildren.
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Sunday, March 08, 2009
Friday, March 06, 2009
Winter or Spring?
Saturday we had the lovely snow fall. Yesterday it was 81!!
Today it was in the seventies and a gorgeous day.
I am glad we had one last snowfall but am loving this spring weather.
Today it was in the seventies and a gorgeous day.
I am glad we had one last snowfall but am loving this spring weather.
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