Sunday, September 21, 2008
New Sheets!
Ok, I've never seen anybody write about sheets before, but I have to tell you about these new sheets we have. They're bamboo sheets. Jodi bought some and loved them and told me about them. So, I just had to go and get some and sure enough, they are comfy. Softer than cotten (although they're a cotton blend) but still cool like cotton sheets. Put that on top of the new mattress and I can tell you that I could stay in bed forever! I just love them.
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Fall
When I think of fall, I think of shorter daylight, leaves changing, cooler temps, blooming mums, apple cider and doughnuts, school starting, fall sports and football! Well today it was almost 90 and very humid. What a great fall day but really, it's still summer since fall doesn't officially start for awhile. In my mind, summer is June, July and August.
Today would be the day we would close the pool. This decision was made last weekend. Who would've guessed it was one of the hottest days of the year? At least it made the water feel "good" to Jamie when he got in to clean it. So sad to see that cover go on. If it weren't for the leaves that get in there, I don't think I would put the cover on till around late October.
I even turned off the air in anticipation of a nice breeze and fresh air blowing through the house. When I turned it off, it was 74 inside. About an hour later I checked the temp and it was 79. I immediately turned the air back on and closed the windows! Tonight is supposed to be windy but still humid so I guess later this week I'll open those windows.
Today would be the day we would close the pool. This decision was made last weekend. Who would've guessed it was one of the hottest days of the year? At least it made the water feel "good" to Jamie when he got in to clean it. So sad to see that cover go on. If it weren't for the leaves that get in there, I don't think I would put the cover on till around late October.
I even turned off the air in anticipation of a nice breeze and fresh air blowing through the house. When I turned it off, it was 74 inside. About an hour later I checked the temp and it was 79. I immediately turned the air back on and closed the windows! Tonight is supposed to be windy but still humid so I guess later this week I'll open those windows.
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
September
I just can't believe that September is here! So many birthdays and anniversaries this month. So, to everyone that has a celebration this month...cheers to you! I'm not going to name everyone since there's so many but know that I'm thinking of you.
We've begun the fall process. Jamie sealed the driveway this past weekend. The garden is dying off but the tomatoes are coming fast and furious. They are so yummy. Tonight we had fresh tomato and cucumber salad - it was outstanding. We've started to cut down the orange and spearmint and I even cut back some of the ivy around the pool. I really hate seeing this time of year coming cause you know what follows is going to be COLD! I'm already looking forward to next spring!
Jamie also started the new landscaping for the front. The first thing to do was to remove all the hostas. We gave them to my boss whose wife was thrilled. As it turned out, a couple of their neighbors were the happy recipients too. Jamie outlined the design with yellow spray paint and is now in the process of killing the grass. We're going to do around the trees too. For this year, he'll till everything up and next spring lay the paver sidewalk, we'll plant perennials and then stone. I think its going to look really nice. Once this is done, I really think everything will be done and hopefully, Jamie will learn to relax! Not!
We've begun the fall process. Jamie sealed the driveway this past weekend. The garden is dying off but the tomatoes are coming fast and furious. They are so yummy. Tonight we had fresh tomato and cucumber salad - it was outstanding. We've started to cut down the orange and spearmint and I even cut back some of the ivy around the pool. I really hate seeing this time of year coming cause you know what follows is going to be COLD! I'm already looking forward to next spring!
Jamie also started the new landscaping for the front. The first thing to do was to remove all the hostas. We gave them to my boss whose wife was thrilled. As it turned out, a couple of their neighbors were the happy recipients too. Jamie outlined the design with yellow spray paint and is now in the process of killing the grass. We're going to do around the trees too. For this year, he'll till everything up and next spring lay the paver sidewalk, we'll plant perennials and then stone. I think its going to look really nice. Once this is done, I really think everything will be done and hopefully, Jamie will learn to relax! Not!
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Las Vegas
We had a wonderful time in Las Vegas although our time there was too short. Next time we visit we'll go for at least a week. Our focus this trip was only Jeana, Chris and Gabe. We did go to the Rio for a wonderful seafood buffet. Afterwards, we drove through the strip and it was really nice. We went to the Red Rock Casino which is probably less than a mile from their house. I won a little bit of money and I think we ended up even or losing just a little. 
Sunday, August 03, 2008
Congratulations Jason and Alana
On Saturday August 2nd, my cousin Jason married Alana. It was a very nice wedding held at the historic Belhurst Castle in Geneva, NY. It was also his grandparents 61st wedding anniversary (my Aunt Hope and Uncle Jack). It was a great evening.
John and Linda (parents)
Jason and Alana
Mr. and Mrs. Frank
John and Linda (parents)
Jodi Frank (Jason's sister)
Jason and Alana
Mr. and Mrs. Frank
Michael, Jeff and Laurie 
Aunt Judy, Aunt Hope and John
Al and Jean
Monkey Bike
This is the monkey bike. It was hysterical to see everyone trying to ride this mini bike. It was actually perfect for Michael and Corbin although Corbin can't ride a bike by himself yet.
August Already!
I just looked at my blog and was surprised that I have not written anything in it in a month although it has been busy. The kids started coming in on July 15th. Jamie, Andrew and Corbin came in first. The next day Corine, Taylor, Michael and Alyssa came and the next day Marchelle and Jacob came in. The following week, Jamie's girlfriend Catherine arrived.
It was a hectic 10 days but I wouldn't give them up for a minute and can't wait till next summer when we do it all over again. I hope Marchelle and Corine will want to come back with the kids. Hopefully next year Jodi, Rich, Chase, Jeana, Chris and Gabe will join us. Jamie Jr. expressed that this was his best vacation in a long time. Everyone felt at "home" and relaxed and we never felt like we had to go and do something.
Of course we did do a couple of things, e.g., I had scheduled a pottery party at Created By Us. All the kids got to pick an item to paint. A week later I was able to pick the stuff up. It all turned out really cute. The next day we went to Niagara Falls. None of the grandkids had ever been there before. They loved it. We went on Maid of the Mist and did the Caves of the Winds and we had a riot.
The rest of the time we stayed close to home and the kids swam and played. I've had boughten several things to keep the kids busy with and they loved them all. The pool is always the big hit. We had a fire every night.
I couldn't have asked for a better 10 days!
It was a hectic 10 days but I wouldn't give them up for a minute and can't wait till next summer when we do it all over again. I hope Marchelle and Corine will want to come back with the kids. Hopefully next year Jodi, Rich, Chase, Jeana, Chris and Gabe will join us. Jamie Jr. expressed that this was his best vacation in a long time. Everyone felt at "home" and relaxed and we never felt like we had to go and do something.
Of course we did do a couple of things, e.g., I had scheduled a pottery party at Created By Us. All the kids got to pick an item to paint. A week later I was able to pick the stuff up. It all turned out really cute. The next day we went to Niagara Falls. None of the grandkids had ever been there before. They loved it. We went on Maid of the Mist and did the Caves of the Winds and we had a riot.
The rest of the time we stayed close to home and the kids swam and played. I've had boughten several things to keep the kids busy with and they loved them all. The pool is always the big hit. We had a fire every night.
I couldn't have asked for a better 10 days!
Friday, July 04, 2008
July...Already
Happy 4th of July! Summer is flying by fast, as always. I wish the winter went by as fast. I love to go out on the deck in the early morning with a cup of coffee and listen to the quiet of the morning, the birds chirping and watching the squirrels, chipmunks, birds and an occassional bunny in our little nature center. It's so peaceful and relaxing.
We're having an awning installed on the back of the garage soon. It will be almost the entire length of the garage (16') and will extend out 10.5' which will cover half the deck. It will be great to sit out there when the sun is blasting all day and when it rains, we'll still be able to sit out and enjoy the deck. I can't wait for it get done - what a great addition it will make.
Family will be here soon! Jamie Jr & kids arrive on the 15th, Corine & kids on the 16th, Marchelle & Jacob on the 17th and Bob & Shirley on the 18th. We're looking forward to seeing everyone. I'm sure I'll have lots of pictures to post!
Enjoy your weekend!
We're having an awning installed on the back of the garage soon. It will be almost the entire length of the garage (16') and will extend out 10.5' which will cover half the deck. It will be great to sit out there when the sun is blasting all day and when it rains, we'll still be able to sit out and enjoy the deck. I can't wait for it get done - what a great addition it will make.
Family will be here soon! Jamie Jr & kids arrive on the 15th, Corine & kids on the 16th, Marchelle & Jacob on the 17th and Bob & Shirley on the 18th. We're looking forward to seeing everyone. I'm sure I'll have lots of pictures to post!
Enjoy your weekend!
Saturday, June 21, 2008
Gabe
Christopher Gabriel "Gabe" Melendrez was born to proud parents Jeana and Chris on 6/20 at around 1030 pm. He's 7 pounds 1 ounce and 19" long. I can't wait to see pictures of him and go and visit in August which now seems like an eternity away!!
