2/19/09 - Sierra sent me this photo of her and new boyfriend, Ethan. They were out with friends at Ike & Jonesy’s in downtown Indianapolis.
2/20/09 - Miss Spitters is waiting patiently for her turn at the food dish.
2/21/09 - I caught this beautiful sunrise on our early morning walk. The sun shone like a beacon straight upward.
2/22/09 - It turned colder again with an ugly wind chill, so I decided it was time for another pot of chili.
2/23/09 - Camie prefers her drinking water straight out of the faucet.
2/24/09 - It’s difficult to throw away our 30 year old hiking boots. We spent the entire summer of 1979 with them during our honeymoon in Alaska.
2/25/09 - It was 60 degrees out today. After work, we decided to take the dogs to the park. When we opened the tailgate of the truck, out jumped the stow away, Miss Kittie.
BG papers by Galiscrap, Template by WW designs.

Thursday: Since I was going to be gone on Valentine’s Day, Rich gave me flowers, a card, and took me out for dinner last night.
Friday: After BMX practice on Friday Afternoon, Maggie tried out the women’s specific bike that I brought. It fit perfectly.
Saturday: We were staying at the Drury Inn in Grove City, OH. where they have free popcorn before dinner. I got this great photo of Thule while he was leaning on my leg begging for a treat.


Sunday: As a Christmas gift for Kristin and Sierra, I gave them tickets to Saltimbanco. Today was the day of the show. They both LOVED the perforance. I saw it for the second time and it was just as good as the first.
Monday: I drove home from
Indianapolis today and found a surpirse in the mailbox from Shelby. Her note said that she found this book and instantly thought of me and my mother.
Tuesday: I gave mountain bikes to 2 members of the BMX team that I belong to, ages 12 and 8. I received these letters from them:
Dear Mrs. Joni: Thank you so much for the mountain bike. I can’t wait until the weather gets better and I get to take it on the trails in the park. Luke and I have been talking about it since my Mom & Dad brought the bike home. Thank you, Logan
Dear Mrs. Joni: Thank you for the new bike. Red is my favorite color. Even though it is a little big. I love riding it, Thank you, Connor
Wednesday: I love orchids! I walked in the door after work today to find this one on the table. Rich had the morning off and found this beauty at Wal Mart.


2/5/09 - Today, it was about 60 degrees outside and Camie enjoyed being out for the first time since her surgery.
2/6/09 - Charlie found this dead squirrel at the dog park. It looks like it is just sleeping.
2/7/09 - Joleen, Christy, and I spent the afternoon at “Dance for Your Heart” doing pulmonary function tests.
2/8/09 - Chase truely enjoys playing in the snow melt at the dog park.


2/10/09 - Who doesn’t love microwave popcorn? This happens to be Orville Redenbacher’s Kettle Corn, that very low calorie snack!
2/11/09 - Here’s my computer screen at work. I get to look at my little foxes everyday. I’m hoping another litter or two is about to be born in our back “40” again this year. I’m anxiously awaiting their arrival.......
2/12/09 - Julie, Tena, and I started working out climbing the stairs before lunch in preparation for the “Power Climb” fundraiser for the American Lung Association. You climb 1000 stairs, 41 floors, or 85 flights on February 22.

January 14, 2009 - Journaling reads: On our train ride up the Verde Canyon, I hear our guide asking someone to please get down off the bench. I look around to see what’s going on and discover she’s talking to my mother! Page kit is 'Home Sweet Home" by Lynn Griffin.

1/16/09 at the Phoenix Zoo. Journaling reads: Here on the Children's Trail, we found the Wallaby Walkabout. After we got the children out of the way, we were able to climb into the Wallaby's pouch for a quick pose. Page kit is "Home Sweet Home" by Lynn Griffin.

I finally got a LO done from our Phoenix vacation. Journaling reads:
Shelby LOVES In-N-Out Burger. On our last evening in Phoenix, she talked us into going one more time. We ordered, took our first bites, then Shelby groaned, “I forgot to take a picture!” So, she went back to the counter and asked if she could take a picture of a freshly made cheeseburger.

GET THIS! They made her another; magazine ready as you can see. Then, after she got her photos, they gave it to her. With pure joy, she proceeded to eat them both!

Kit is "Rainforest Revelry" by Misty Cato

Here's Week 5 of my 365 project. Thursday brought Camie home from the vet after being spayed. Friday, I traveled through Paducah and the southern ice storm. Saturday, we had dinner at the Grand Ole Opryland hotel. Sunday, Kittie was awarded NBL Volunteer of the Year. Monday, the aftermath of the ice storm. Tuesday, the wood is almost gone. Wednesday, the spot of my first fall this winter.

Here's Week 4 of my 365 project. It starts off with a 40 degree day and a walk "out back". Friday brought the soup challenge of Select Harvest or Progresso. Saturday, we went to one of our favorite restaurants in Lacona, IA with friends Becky and Denny. Sunday brought 4 more inches of fluffy snow. Monday, I started knitting a scarf. Tuesday brought a slide sorting project. Wednesday was Rich's 61st birthday, he got a wind deflector for his truck.

I've decided to take the Project 365 challenge! To me, it's a pictorial diary. So far, I'm enjoying the challenge. It'll make a great album at the end of the year.

September 23, 2008
This is Dixie National Forest in Utah. We drove through the forest on our way to Bryce National Park. Page kit is "Autumn Song" by Linda Cumberland.

September 26, 2008
Here's the new kitten again. She was climbing trees and it was nearly dark out. My new flash helped take a great photo of her being silly. Rich has taken to calling her "Camo". Page kit is "Old Blue Bliss" by Lynn Griffin.

July 30, 2008
A little kitten arrived in our yard. I'm trying to ignore her since we already have 3 cats. But she is sooooo cute and fluffy! Page kit is "Forest Walk" by Lynn Griffin.

September 24, 2008
Now that the weather is a bit cooler, I'll be working to update my blog with the summer's happenings. WOW, time flies! I just returned from a few days in and around Las Vegas. Here is a page of a amazingly clear photo of a bee in Zion National Park. I put it on an adapted QP from "Natural Feeling" kit by Lynn Griffin.

April 5, 2008
Here's 2 new pages of the weekend that Rich and I went to Indianapolis to watch Sierra and the team race in the Midwest Cycling Classic. The first one is of Sierra on the starting line waiting for her race and the second is Sierra and team mates during the race. Page kits are "Daddy's Love" by Linda Cumberland and "Deja Vu" by Lynn Griffin.

June 8, 2008
Here's more photos from my weekend in Indianapolis. Sierra finally took a whole day off and was able to enjoy some time learning how to ride Kristin and Tyler's jet skis. Kristin gave instructions and Sierra came back grinning. I really love how the water came out in the photo of Tyler. Page kit is "My Romance" by D. Stolz.

June 8, 2008
I went to Indianapolis to visit the girls, clean up some storm damage at Kristin's house, and go to a BMX race. It rained so much Friday night and Saturday morning that the race in Columbus, IN was canceled and there was major flooding south of Indianapolis. The White River in Indy was high but perfect for Kristin, Tyler, Sierra & friends to go jet skiing. Page kit is "Remember You" by D. Stolz.

May 21, 2008
Today was a great fox viewing day. There were six kits running around playing with each other. One of the momma foxes arrived and I was very surprised to see that the kits are nearly as big as her. They tried to play with her but she chased them away. Dad also showed up and played a little with the kits. He’s looking a bit ragged. I hope he’s in good health. Page kit is "Sealed with Love" by Lynn Griffin.

May 22, 2008
Momma Raccoon came for a visit to the water bucket. The foxes tried to run her off but she stood her ground. Page kit is "Among Friends" by Lynn Griffin.

May 20, 2008
The simple pleasure of watching our fox family has brought me such joy this spring. Page kit is "Enjoy Everyday Life" by Lynn Griffin.

January 27, 2008
The white tiger cubs seemed to enjoy our attention. They were so cute and playful. Wildlife World Zoo, Phoenix, AZ. Page kit is "Melody of Love" by Jemi.

April 27, 2008
Sierra received the "Most Valuable Cyclist" award at the annual Athletic Awards Banquet at Marian College. Page kit is "Nature Walk" by Verena Karolyi.