A New Light ...

May 29, 2017

Today we were going to install a new solar light for dads special place ...

I went into town to bring mom out here for the afternoon ... it was dads day of birth ...

On my way to town ... I was brought to a stop...

when a gaggle of geese were crossing the dirt road ...

We decided to take the quads up to dads ...

This was the first time mom has gone for a ride on my quad ...

She was surprised how comfy it really was ... 

Once we arrived up the road ... we stopped and hiked up to the top of the mountainside ...

Mike proceeded to install the new light ... we decided to get a flat solar light ... 

as the animals kept knocking done the other one ...

We loved the new light ... a glimmer of light that can be seen from down below ... 

When we were finished with the light installation ... and made our way back home ...

Mike fired up the BBQ ... to grill up some burgers ...

It was a beautiful day to enjoy our meal out on the deck ...

of hamburgers loaded with all the fixings and a bean salad ...

The best part for me ... was the fresh Rhubarb pie for dessert ... 

looks like Oma was happy to sink her teeth into it as well ...

We spent a lovely afternoon together ... !!!

 

After our dinner ... I drove mom back into town ...

It was wonderful to spend this special time together ...

On my way back home ... making my way up our road ... 

I spotted a turtle on the side of the ditch ...

I stopped the car and took a few pictures ... 

and continued to watch as it made its way into the grass ...

 

 

 

 

On Route 66 ...

March 7, 2017

Well ... we were back on the road again ...

heading to Williams, Arizona ... 

It was a beautiful drive ... we couldn't believe the amount of snow ...

on the mountains ...

We were getting closer to our destination ... driving thru Flagstaff ...

We arrived in Williams ... got settled into our rooms ...

then went for a walk thru the downtown ...

on Route 66 ...

There were signs of "Route 66" ... everywhere ...

We stopped by the Barrel & Bottle Historic Brewing Company ...

It was a uninque place ... a quick visit and a beer ... 

we decided to come back later to have dinner here ...

Once we had toured the townsite ...

we made our way back to the Inn ...

We relaxed out at the outdoor common area ... having a few drinks ...

and staying warm by the fire ...

It was a little breezy and cool ...

It was time for dinner ... so we ventured back to the brewing company ...

the gang tried a few of different kinds of beer ...

before having a board dinner ...

with a variety of meats ... pickles ... cheese ... and breads ...

Topping off the meal with a caramel/chocolat homemade ice cream Sundae ...

mmmmmmm 

After dinner ... Dave and Linda went to their room ...

it was too chilly for them to sit outside ...

Mike & I had the place to ourselves ... the Hostess came out ... to start up the fire in the fireplace ...

We enjoyed chatting with her while she was on a break ...

Mike decided to get a big cigar and sip on a can of Chelada  ... that's Clamto juice and beer ...

Eventually we turned in ... for a good night's sleep ... as we were on the road again ... to our next destination ... the Grande Canyon ...!!!

May 29, 2017

 Dad's Birthday today ... May 29, 1926 

Remembering my dad on his Birthday ...

he loved his family, music ... 

and spending time outdoors ...

 in our hearts ... always ...

and in our thoughts ...

Miss you Dad ...!

 

   

 

 

   

Remembering Dad ...

Twenty years ago today ...

Mike's father passed away ...

It was heart warming going thru some of the pictures ...

of happy times captured ...

Even though so much time has passed ...

he is always in our thoughts ... sending our love ... !!!

February 15, 1922 - October 20, 1995

 

So Many Memories ...

Photos were taken between 1997 - 2003

Going thru a few of the pictures that were taken with the old film cameras ...

before the age of digital ...

Mom & dad enjoying a picnic up on their favourite spot ...

Dressing up for Mike's 50th birthday party ... had the 50's theme ... a Sock Hop ... !!1

Also enjoying an afternoon ... Huckleberry picking at White Boar Lake ...

Just having family time was special ...

Dad loved playing music and singing ...

I also enjoyed many moments singing with dad ...

Performing at the Studio Stage Door and volunteering our time at the door ...

Many hours were spent working ... down at the Mayook Schoolhouse ...

or at our home ... helping the boys out with their trucks ...

Dad's specialty ... Auto Body Remove & Repair ...

Always willing to lend a hand at whatever project we were doing ...

as well as tinkering around their house ...

Of course their was always time to socialize after the work was done ... !!!

Good times were had wherever we went ...

Always in our thoughts especially this day and everyday ...!!!

Memories held dear in our hearts ... !!!

May 29, 1926 - October 18, 2008

 

Love of Music ...

 

Remembering Dad on his Birthday ...

and his love of music ...

Some of the happiest times ... were watching dad play ...

his guitar or accordion ... and sing ... !!!

Sometimes when we were all together ...

it was a real treat when dad ...

began to yodel ... !!!

Everyone loved to listen to him.

Grateful to have all these special memories ... !!!

 

Back In Time ...

This is a picture of mom & dad on their wedding day ...

Today would have been their ...

61st anniversary...

Cherish those memories mom ...

and 

Dad you're always in our thoughts ... 

In My Thoughts ...

May 29, 1926 - October 18, 2008

Remembering you is easy Dad,

I do it every day,

And missing you is something

That will never go away.

Your nature was loving and giving,

Your heart was made of gold,

And to us who truly love you

Your memory will never grow old.