New Stove and Rug

My room looks ghetto here, but this is the new stove. We need to buy all the crap that goes with it, like tools and an expensive copper bucket to hold wood, but it works well, and is super warm.












Here is a shot of the new rug. I know, I know, it's not the typical "elegant oriental" but it's colorful and fun and 100% wool. And, since Mastercraft had their "going out of business" sale, the cost was dirt cheap (that's the best part).

Sara's birthday Party

We had a nice birthday party at Nan's for Sara. I don't know what Sara is saying, but I'm rapt.















Caught Sean by surprise.













Hilarity ensues. My mother looks to be in pain.















Turning 31 must be funny. I don't know because I can't remember back that far. Sad.

posted by: Amy

New Baby

This is not the baby, it's the bunny. Very cute, his name is Leroy.














Here's the baby, she's very cute as well. Sorry I didn't get you in the picture Carla. (by the way, Mama looks great!)

Incision

Here is my lovely surgical scar. The hand is working great, minimal pain and no suffering. I highly recommend this surgery for anyone battling the carpel tunnel.

posted by: Amy

Poor Tangles

It was a rough morning for Tangles kitty today. She went outside for her usual lap around the house, and the next door neighbor dog ran into our yard, and chased her up a tree. She didn't seem to know how to get down, so she just hung there and cried.











I took this far away shot so you could see how high she was.













She settled her big behind on a small branch, and was okay sitting there for a while. Eventually the branch gave way, and she started sliding down the tree. At the halfway point, I could tell she was going to let go and fall, so I tried to catch her. She landed in my arms then bounced onto the ground. All of you who have met her know how pillowy she is, so hopefully she cushioned her own fall. Drama.........I love it! Seriously though, I think she's going to be okay.

Weekend of Jake

Jake turned 18 on Sunday. Since I have only one working hand, Mom-mom generously offered to make dinner and cake at her place. Here is a rare group photo. (a special thanks to Shawn Petersen for taking this picture!)











Here is Jake all gussied up for HomeComing.





















Pineapple upside down with 18, extra-flamey candles.










Happy Birthday Jake, we love you!

posted by: Amy

Baby Shower

The shower was a sucess! (raise champagne glasses) A big thanks to Carla Hultberg for the use of her lovely home. And a big thanks to lovely Carla Hein for being with child. Without her, this shower would not have been possible. -and August too! We wish the entire Hein family a healthy, happy birth and a lifetime of enjoying each other. (clink and drink)






Everyone having fun.














Here's the Bee cake. Please spare me the emails regarding the spelling of the word baby. It's called "artistic liberty".



















Stunning headwear. Carla, we all expect you to wear this in the delivery room. Photos please.













Marsha, Kim and Ginger chatting.