Paint the sky

Here are a couple more sunsets from work. The sky was painted all sorts of colors.

Out!

Been a while

Hi all,

Life has been too busy to talk on my blog so I need to set time aside and join in on life outside my realm.

We bought a dog. He is a Maltese and we have named him Franco after Franco Harris (football player). His registered name will be Franco Oliver Harris. He is only 6 weeks in the photo so he is not ready to leave him Mom yet. Can't wait to bring him home on November 15th.

Rodney is holding him so you can see how tiny he is. He is the runt of the litter so he may get to 5 lbs.

Take care and Peace Out!

Sunset Rainbow

We had an ongoing day of rain and thunderstorms today, June 22, 2008.


At sunset (9:00pm) we were blessed with the most beautiful rainbow.


The small portions you see are just a glimpse of the wonder I was privileged to witness. It was a complete double rainbow that filled the sky with a pinkish orange glow.

IT JUST FILLS ME WITH JOY.

How ironic, through the criss-cross of wires and technology one can still find beauty.

Peace Out!

Sunset

Taken June 12th Lake Erie sunset reflection.

On the brighter side

Hi All,

As some may know my favorite flower is the daisy.

My daisy garden doubled this year and gets fuller every year.

Don't they just make you want to smile.

I am gathering information on a butterfly garden next year.

Peace Out!

Sunbeams

Hi All,

We had tornado warnings to the west of us this evening and I caught the sun trying to keep her rays out as long a she could, just squeezing through the clouds.

Our skies got very black but we never got the nasty stuff. Thank God.

Peace Out!

Red sky at night, sailors delight

Hi All,
Thought I would share a couple photos of our sunset last evening, June 4th.
These pictures were taken from work; Strongsville, Ohio.
What a sight!
Peace Out!

Crochet project

Hi All,

I counted my unfinished quilting projects today and I came up with four. I did finish an afghan I started last year. Here is a photo of it.

I have set a goal to finish these quilts in two months and post photos of my accomplishments.

We do have a grand baby coming in January so I will need to focus on getting these things done.

We are painting the living room this weekend. We find as we age, this task that was so easy to do just 10 years prior, it is not so easy. Crawling around on the floor and climbing ladders has become more of a challenge.

Take care everyone and Peace Out!

My newest creation.

Hello All,

Here is the newest creation I made for a Chinese raffle we had at our church. I got the idea from a book titled, Fantasies & Flowers (origami in fabric for quilters), by Kumiko Sudo.

Do not be intimidated by the details of any quilt or wall hanging you might attempt. It is your creation and you can change images to your likings. Give it a try sometime it can be very rewarding.

Peace Out!

Rainbows make me smile.

Hi All,

Well, here is my first rainbow for this year. It was taken at work and the photo does not give the rainbow true justice. Although you can't see it, there was a faint image of a second rainbow just to the left.

I love the sky, except for the sunny hot days over 75 because I hate heat and lightning scares the s#@t out of me, but the moon, clouds, and the stars are what I love. Each night after work when I am walking down the drive my eyes are pierced to the sky. Yes, the big dipper is still there. Yes, the little dipper is still there. Then a big sigh, yes, all is well.

Take care and Peace Out!

Growing Up

Hi All,
I grew up in the best times, the 60's and 70's. I could have gotten basically any drug I wanted. Janis, Jimmy, the Doors and rushing home from school to watch Dark Shadows was at the top of my list.
I wish I had been born a few years earlier and old enough to experience Woodstock. I know it was very traumatic for many people. But it was an experience that is unforgotten. Just to see Janis, or Jimmy live and experience all the different bands, god, I hate to admit I am a little envious of those who did.
The moral to the story is I did not do any drugs! Hard to believe huh? Just to see my friends and co-workers stoned to the hilt and non-functional, peeing, and puking was enough for me. Why would you want to do that to yourself?
Now I am not saying I was perfect I do have some drinking stories to tell, but not many.
It would be nice to hear some of those Woodstock stories. If anyone has some please pass them along.
Love and Peace Out!

The big dig out

Hi All,

Well we got through that one. Last one like that one was 1978 when Eric was born.

There are still streets in Cleveland and the surrounding area that are not plowed.

Bring it on Mr. Snow God we can handle what ever you deliver.

Yeeha, OUT

Juju

New snow storm on 3-8-08

Hi all,

We had another blustery system come through our area dropping 18 inches of the pearly white fluff on us.

It took two shovelings to claim our cars in the back yard. After the first shoveling there was no evidence we had been out there at all with the snow and drifting.

Today is sunny and the temp is 23 going all the way up to 28. Yeeha!

Stay warm! Love, Judy

Comfort meatloaf

Photo A

Photo B

Photo C

Photo D

Hi all,

One thing I love is meatloaf. Here is a recipe I came up with. I usually like to include the brand names. Enjoy!

1 T (Mazola corn oil)

1/4 cup (vadalia onion) coarse chopped

1/4 cup carrots coarse chopped

1 lb. ground chuck

1/2 cup plus 1/4 cup (Heinz ketchup)

1/4 cup (Progresso) garlic and herb bread crumbs

1/4 cup water

1 large egg

1/2 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. pepper

Pam non-stick spray.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a small skillet heat 1 T oil. Brown onions and carrots till light golden brown (approx. 10 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool (approx. 5 minutes) Photo A

In a medium bowl combine onion and carrot mix, ground chuck, 1/2 cup ketchup, bread crumbs, water, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Spray the bottom of your favorite casserole with a non-stick spray. Form meat into a loaf.

Top the meatloaf with remaining 1/4 cup ketchup also covering the sides. Photo B

Bake uncovered for 50 minutes. Remove and let stand 5 minutes before serving. Photo C

Serve with your favorite sides. Photo D

The Broken Chain

We little knew that morning, that God was going to call your name.

In life we loved you dearly; in death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, that day God called you home.

You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken, and nothing seams the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

In photo: Dad - Butchie - Rodney

Let It Snow!

Hi All,

Merry Christmas in February! We got quite a bit of snow the past two days. A good 8 inches. As everyone knows I love the snow. I will even drive in a blizzard. But lightening will stop me cold.

The trek home from work last night was a slow one, about 15 to 20 mph. I got home about 1am. I spun-out once close to work at a stop sign. The rest of the way home I just glided through them. One thing nice about driving late at night is the roads are empty.

I cross three railroad crossings. One of them is kind of on a hill, as I approached that one I took off my seat belt in case the car would not stop so I could bail.

Here are some pic's of our snow. Hope you are all staying warm.

Happy Anniversary dinner

Tonight we celebrated my younger son's 1 year Wedding Anniversary. Last year we were in Jamaica for their wedding instead of at home in the snow and cold. Happy Anniversary to Nick and Jenni.