Hope everyone had a Happy Memorial Day and a great weekend with friends and family.
We sure did...
The highlight for me was a cookout today at my house. Gorgeous weather, yummy food, lots of laughs, couldn't ask for more.
Dad you missed the great food: burgers, brats, dogs, and the fixin's-you probably would just have had some burgers, and dews.
Dad you missed the kids craziness-playing outside, Alex hitting some baseballs, the kids taking turns on Alex's new min motorcycle, sliding down the blow up waterslide, which you loved seeing at Alex's birthday party-except we didn't have water on it-the wind would have been too cold for the kiddos.
AND MORE!
I am glad I spent a ton of quality family time this weekend-also did a ton of yardwork too. Speaking of which, I seem to be putzing around in the yard more so now than I ever have before. I remember how much you enjoyed yardwork. You took so much pride in the yard growing up. I like it too. It's kind of theraputic to me. When I am out there working-mowing, planiting, mulching, weed wacking, etc...I think of you.
I miss you. Mom misses you. Kate and Sam miss you. We all do! Man, it's hard to believe it will be 1 year in Aug.
Well...off to bed for me. Love you, Dad.
Monday, May 25, 2009
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Thank you for watching over me
I had a scary experience last night on the road in the pouring rain. Luckily no one got hurt. It could have been a ton worse. I am so thankful I was being watched over! Going around a curve, in the pouring rain...I fishtailed, slid off the rode, going around a curve, into a ditch, and side swiped a pole. Nothing major, just a big dent in my vehicle. Alex and I are fine. I was following my friend-and she saw the whole thing-thank God she was there! I just feel bad, embarrassed, and still upset, hence the short and sweetness of this post.
Thank you God, and thank you Dad!
Thank you God, and thank you Dad!
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Alex's first game!
Dad,
I really missed you yesterday on the way to Alex's softball game. We were heading to the game and I thought of you.
How proud you would have been to see him play his first game. How happy he would have been to see you there. Even though I take some peace in knowing that you were there in spirit, it's not the same as having you physically there. I was overcome with sadness and completely lost it on the way to game. If you could have seen him in his uniform, right down to the socks and cleats, I know you would have cried. He's the littlest guy on the team, and the youngest, for that matter, but don't let his size fool you. He's a hustler!
Well, I am happy to report that Alex's first softball game was a success. We won! He was 2 for 2 and played great! The score was 4 to 1 It was so exciting to watch him play. Seeing Steve out there too-as the coach, made me smile more! I remember when you coached us, great times!
The kids played a second game right away because it was opening day, and unfortunately we lost that game 3-10. The kids were just happy they won their first game!
Dad, missed you at the game yesterday. I know you were watching from above! Thanks for the win!
I really missed you yesterday on the way to Alex's softball game. We were heading to the game and I thought of you.
How proud you would have been to see him play his first game. How happy he would have been to see you there. Even though I take some peace in knowing that you were there in spirit, it's not the same as having you physically there. I was overcome with sadness and completely lost it on the way to game. If you could have seen him in his uniform, right down to the socks and cleats, I know you would have cried. He's the littlest guy on the team, and the youngest, for that matter, but don't let his size fool you. He's a hustler!
Well, I am happy to report that Alex's first softball game was a success. We won! He was 2 for 2 and played great! The score was 4 to 1 It was so exciting to watch him play. Seeing Steve out there too-as the coach, made me smile more! I remember when you coached us, great times!
The kids played a second game right away because it was opening day, and unfortunately we lost that game 3-10. The kids were just happy they won their first game!
Dad, missed you at the game yesterday. I know you were watching from above! Thanks for the win!
Monday, April 27, 2009
Turkey sandwiches don't taste the same
Dad
I am having lunch-thinking of you.
Turkey sandwiches have never tasted the same since you have passed away. Things haven't been the same...everything has been different.
Each day, I think of you-time and time again. I had a garage sale this weekend and attempted to sell a few of your shirts and pants. I know you probably laughed thinking I was trying to capitalize on your stuff. Well, I needed some dough. :)
It was hard watching people sift though your things, but I thought at least I wouldn't get too emotional at my garage sale. I was right...I kept my emotions intact until mom cam over. She picked out a few things that she wanted for Sam...after she left to spend the afternoon at school with Alex-I cried. I miss you so much! I wish there was a way to have more time with you. I need a few more minutes...even though I know that would probably not be enough either.
GRRRRRRRRRRRRR!
I am cooking dinner for my father in law tonight because my mother in law is out of town for a few more days. We are having brats on the grill. I know not a fav of yours, but it would have been nice to cook you dinner sometime.
I never did that for you. I wish I would have. Well, just thinking of you a whole lot today.
I miss you and love you Dad. I am sorry that you left this world so early and under such crazy circumstances.
Have a good day!
I am having lunch-thinking of you.
Turkey sandwiches have never tasted the same since you have passed away. Things haven't been the same...everything has been different.
Each day, I think of you-time and time again. I had a garage sale this weekend and attempted to sell a few of your shirts and pants. I know you probably laughed thinking I was trying to capitalize on your stuff. Well, I needed some dough. :)
It was hard watching people sift though your things, but I thought at least I wouldn't get too emotional at my garage sale. I was right...I kept my emotions intact until mom cam over. She picked out a few things that she wanted for Sam...after she left to spend the afternoon at school with Alex-I cried. I miss you so much! I wish there was a way to have more time with you. I need a few more minutes...even though I know that would probably not be enough either.
GRRRRRRRRRRRRR!
I am cooking dinner for my father in law tonight because my mother in law is out of town for a few more days. We are having brats on the grill. I know not a fav of yours, but it would have been nice to cook you dinner sometime.
I never did that for you. I wish I would have. Well, just thinking of you a whole lot today.
I miss you and love you Dad. I am sorry that you left this world so early and under such crazy circumstances.
Have a good day!
Monday, April 20, 2009
Happy Birthday and Easter too!
Long time since an update...
We had a nice Easter.
Easter was a beautiful time filled with lots of fun family activities. Easter egg hunts with the boys, lots of good food, family gathering, and of course lots of candy.
We went to lunch with Grandpa and Pat during Easter week. As always, we had a nice visit and good food.
And...we went to go see you at the cemetery. Not much has changed there-snow has melted, and that's about it. Our hopes are to get you a headstone soon. Although peaceful and quiet at the cemetery...still not a comfortable place to be. I can't help but to remember the moment that I saw you take your last breath. I said some prayers, and quietly shed some tears. I take comfort in knowing that Grandma is there with you. Going to the cemetery kind of reminds me of this.
Happy birthday Dad-hope you had a great birthday! On April 11th...I thought of you-All day long! We had a special day that day. Your birthday was the day we brought our puppy home. Frank, loves his new home! We are so gladl that we got him on your birthday too! I will always remember that day for two reasons now!
You are probably laughing about it...the idea of us having a pet. Remember Penny and Geezer??? I know-a lot of work. This will be too. What a scene though. Lots of laughs!
Miss you Dad, and love you too!
We had a nice Easter.
Easter was a beautiful time filled with lots of fun family activities. Easter egg hunts with the boys, lots of good food, family gathering, and of course lots of candy.
We went to lunch with Grandpa and Pat during Easter week. As always, we had a nice visit and good food.
And...we went to go see you at the cemetery. Not much has changed there-snow has melted, and that's about it. Our hopes are to get you a headstone soon. Although peaceful and quiet at the cemetery...still not a comfortable place to be. I can't help but to remember the moment that I saw you take your last breath. I said some prayers, and quietly shed some tears. I take comfort in knowing that Grandma is there with you. Going to the cemetery kind of reminds me of this.
Happy birthday Dad-hope you had a great birthday! On April 11th...I thought of you-All day long! We had a special day that day. Your birthday was the day we brought our puppy home. Frank, loves his new home! We are so gladl that we got him on your birthday too! I will always remember that day for two reasons now!
You are probably laughing about it...the idea of us having a pet. Remember Penny and Geezer??? I know-a lot of work. This will be too. What a scene though. Lots of laughs!
Miss you Dad, and love you too!
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Put me in coach, I am ready to play!
I could have written about this in my other post, but I thought this news was so exciting that it deserved its own post!
I have been pushing so hard for Alex to get on a baseball team. The problem is...Ripon does not have a league for 4/5 year olds! He has to wait one more summer until he is old enough. 6! Can you believe that???
Well, I couldn't wait another summer----so, I found a league in Oshkosh he can join! I even got a friend of mine...a lady from church who's husband owns a business to sponsor the team. They have a daughter the same age as Alex and she's going to be on the team too.
I actually got enough people so we can have basically and all Ripon team. Lots of Alex's classmates were eager to join this great co-ed team!
I am so pumped for him!
Plus, a huge bonus...Steve is going to be the coach! I know he's not the most outgoing person, but with a tad bit of convincing, he agreed! I really didn't have to push-I told him a bunch of parents usually help out at these things anyway!
I know you will be looking down on us with a smile! Thanks for helping me do this too! I know you will be proud.
I'll miss you in the stands physically, but I know you will be there!
I have been pushing so hard for Alex to get on a baseball team. The problem is...Ripon does not have a league for 4/5 year olds! He has to wait one more summer until he is old enough. 6! Can you believe that???
Well, I couldn't wait another summer----so, I found a league in Oshkosh he can join! I even got a friend of mine...a lady from church who's husband owns a business to sponsor the team. They have a daughter the same age as Alex and she's going to be on the team too.
I actually got enough people so we can have basically and all Ripon team. Lots of Alex's classmates were eager to join this great co-ed team!
I am so pumped for him!
Plus, a huge bonus...Steve is going to be the coach! I know he's not the most outgoing person, but with a tad bit of convincing, he agreed! I really didn't have to push-I told him a bunch of parents usually help out at these things anyway!
I know you will be looking down on us with a smile! Thanks for helping me do this too! I know you will be proud.
I'll miss you in the stands physically, but I know you will be there!
Busy Week
Hi Dad
I had an eventful week and thought of you a lot.
1. Ken's Dad passed away on Tuesday-Steve and I went to the wake on Thursday-kind of weird being the first funeral since yours...
Obviously, still sad and uncomfortable...Mom was very sad too-which made it even harder. Plus, I couldn't help to think about losing my Dad.
2. I worked a lot this week-I love teaching kids. I love being a sub-teaching without all the hassle! No lesson plans, teacher/staff drama, no contract, no crabby parents-can't beat it!
3. I went to my first wine tasting-very fun! Learned a lot about wine and had fun with lots of my Mommy friends too. I know you weren't a wine drinker....but I had to laugh about learning the techniques of tasting wine.
4. Took the boys to an open gym at the gymnastics center in Oshkosh-which they loved! I know you would have enjoyed watching the boys jump, tumble, and run around. Even Alex, with all his energy...fell asleep on the way back to Ripon-I had to wake him in the school parking lot for preschool in the afternoon!
5. And last, but not least-all the March Madness...kind of following this, but not really...mainly just thinking of you.
6. One of your old players from the Chaps-found me on faceboook! We chatted about you, and that was nice. I love when people tell me such great stories, and the impact you had on their lives!
Busy week, with lots to do, but still everyday, I think of you!
I had an eventful week and thought of you a lot.
1. Ken's Dad passed away on Tuesday-Steve and I went to the wake on Thursday-kind of weird being the first funeral since yours...
Obviously, still sad and uncomfortable...Mom was very sad too-which made it even harder. Plus, I couldn't help to think about losing my Dad.
2. I worked a lot this week-I love teaching kids. I love being a sub-teaching without all the hassle! No lesson plans, teacher/staff drama, no contract, no crabby parents-can't beat it!
3. I went to my first wine tasting-very fun! Learned a lot about wine and had fun with lots of my Mommy friends too. I know you weren't a wine drinker....but I had to laugh about learning the techniques of tasting wine.
4. Took the boys to an open gym at the gymnastics center in Oshkosh-which they loved! I know you would have enjoyed watching the boys jump, tumble, and run around. Even Alex, with all his energy...fell asleep on the way back to Ripon-I had to wake him in the school parking lot for preschool in the afternoon!
5. And last, but not least-all the March Madness...kind of following this, but not really...mainly just thinking of you.
6. One of your old players from the Chaps-found me on faceboook! We chatted about you, and that was nice. I love when people tell me such great stories, and the impact you had on their lives!
Busy week, with lots to do, but still everyday, I think of you!
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