Early Snowfall

Boise Beauty

We had a little visit with baby M this past weekend. She produced her first giggle with Grandpa.

Jordan and Rachael gave wonderful talks in church that we were pleased to be able to hear and see. Baby M is an armful of love and can she ever go a long time in between feedings. (7 hrs) Whew! I was even hungry.

Jury Duty

On November 2, 2009 I had to go to jury duty for the very first time in my life. The hardest part was finding a parking place. My old next door neighbor was the judge that day which made it more interesting.

He assured all the potential jurors that he would accommodate their concerns. One woman had anxiety attacks, another was nauseated, another had job concerns, another felt she was too prejudiced. In the end the prosecuting attorney kept all of the original 16 chosen and the rest of us were sent home and told we would not have to return for two years. The chosen 16 had to stay for two days to serve on a grand jury. This means they had to determine if there was enough evidence to actually go forward with a trial.

I learned a great deal and would gladly return to serve again. This time I will leave in plenty of time to get a good parking space!!!!

81 Good Years

Today my mother-in-law turned 81. She is amazing and I can only say that I have been blessed with the best ever M I L. She is industrious, generous, determined, fair, intelligent, loving, caring, self sacrificing, athletic, funny, a great cook, superb grandma, great housekeeper, old fashioned in the technology scene, self reliant and young at heart. She is also reliable and politically active.

She has raised 6 wonderful children that have been a great addition to the world.

I feel blessed to have been included in this wonderful family for the past 33 years. Thanks Jerry for showing me how to be a good grandma and for leading such a good life. Our whole family thinks you are the best.

The Horse Whisperer

Did you know that Tom has a love for horses? This is his new friend. Lucky is his name. He lives across the street at the Wormuth's house and Tom is his new trainer.

Swine Flu Joke

I was talking to my 9 year old nephew the other day that was recovering from his swine flu symptoms. I said to him, "I heard you were feeling under the weather Evan. He quickly replied. " Oh, yes, we've had lots of rain and wind lately."

Michael Buble'-Catchy Tune

I was on my way to an appointment this am and heard this tune on the radio. Wouldn't you know it was Michael Buble'. America needs a lively upbeat song these days. Thanks for adding a bit of sunshine to my life today Michael. Check it out. I Haven't Met You Yet.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1AJmKkU5POA&feature=player_embedded#