relaxing weekend

Pretty quiet out in Longueuil this weekend. Noé slept alot! When he was awake, he just wanted to snug in mama's arms. He had a pretty high fever all weekend but this morning he seemed a little better - so off to daycare! I hope I don't get sick too!!! On friday he came into the kitchen saying "ouwwy ouwwy ouwy!" and wanted me to kiss it better. I asked him where it hurt and so he stuck his tongue out (cause he had bit his tongue eating cheerios!). He made me kiss it better! Then I wonder why I always catch all his viruses!!

Krista signing on, just getting back from a pool party at J's folks place. Yep, it's been so nice and hot that we needed a cool off complete with sangria. The whole Roulston crew was there including their Aunt and Grandma.

That's me swimming with J's nephew Aidan. And you're not seeing double, that's J and his brother Shannon. I'll let you guess who's who.

Luv ya,
Pean

Out to Hubbards!

Hi Family!!!

K.. fiirst off I'm so jealous of all your 2-4 weekends.. I had to work darnit... Wish I was at J's cottage... that looked amazing!!!!! I can't believe you guys were swimming!!! Nick and I tried out the ocean last weekend and it hurt it was so cold. Nick and I move to the pink palace this weekend.. so excited to live oceanfront once again!!

A chilly day... 12 degrees.. WTF??? I'm moving back to the Yukon to warm up.

I'll be without internet for the next few days. You guys can reach me on my cell phone from now on (902) 471 5503 or Rick's (902) 857 1744

Luv ya! Mert

feelin hot hot hot

HOT! (and not in the sexy way!) Hey Danielle, the whole family slept in your old bedroom in the basement last night, where it was nice and cool!!! jealous?
Today, it is supposed to feel like 40 with the humidity! Get me out of here! I keep looking at that picture a couple posts back of Mike and Gail cross country skiing! That's where I want to be! I will be at work on Friday so let me talk to JL about staying downtown for some shopping. He may be able to pick up Noé from the daycare. Do you want to come back out to the burbs with me after for dinner and overnight? Talk to you later! Nicole

beers, bikinis, boats and fireworks!

Nice Nicole! We had a pretty special weekend out at Jay's cottage too!  plus a million outside and there was plenty of beers, bikinis, boats, bbq's and fireworks!  We made a washer toss box set and played lots of games... I am COVERED in bug bites of all kinds.... 

It is roasting hot here in Montreal... i think 38 with humid x and it is almost midnight! uncomfortable hot. sticky and gross! i think i like Toronto hot better... especially when you have a fresh lake to cool off in! I need a fan.

Nicole!  It is casual summer days for work now and I don't have any clothes to wear! I have work clothes and tank tops. I need some nice summer dresses and light shirts... We should go shopping this weekend in the city!!!!  Friday after work? or Saturday? call me sometime soooon! I miss you and the bubbah dearly...

I need to try to sleep...

busy weekend!

Hello Family,

What a beautiful long weekend we had down here! We managed to get alot done around the house: gardens are cleaned up, flowers are planted, and JL made an amazing sandbox for Noé. Just need to pick up a few (well maybe more) bags of sand, and he is set to go!

This year I planted thyme, parsley and basil as well as a small cherry tomato plant on my balcony. The flower beds are coming along - it always amazes me how fast things grow here! All the trees and shrubs look like they are in good condition this year - mild winter and early spring helped. You should see the blooms on the lilac bush - there is more purple blossoms than green leaves!

I have two weekends left to get things ready for our trip to Whitehorse. I really need to do some shopping. This is a funny stage for clothing. Nothing fits, not the fat clothes, not the maternity clothes - I just look weird. I think I need a moomoo or something. Hey Michelle, maybe send me your victoria secret magazine - I hear they have great moomoos.

Ice Is Gone!

Hi Kids

I forgot to mention... The Ice Is Gone From Marsh Lake! It was looking pretty dark for a while, but with the first real rain (well, more like a shower) of the season yesterday, the ice blew around for a bit, then by evening... Gone!

I always said, "The lake freezes on the long weekend in November and thaws on the long weekend in May. A general guideline."

This year of course we've had a wonderful long (and early) spring so the ice disappeared early. Mind you only two days early.

Hey, I ate my supper on the rear deck tonight, soaking up the warm rays. Great, except for the sad fact that I was alone. (awe) I had some BBQ salmon.

Love to all

Ole Dad

You can't tell to much from this photo, but I got a bunch of highlights and layers put into my hair. Love it!!!

Gyproc

Hi Kids

Started Gyprocing this week, main floor almost done! Should finish upstairs next week. Upstairs is way less boarding, but more fiddly with all the angles. (Plus it's a short week) Then we should start joint filling on June 1st. (Actually that will be a whole different crew, Andrew Cory & Tony will do another job in town in the meantime.) So yah, it's going great. Andrew is wonderful, doesn't need to use scaffolding.

Um, I have a couple of appointments on the 31st. (Dental & another skin blotch to be removed)

*hack* *cough* *cough* hello, from Longueuil

Still in bed, still so sick. Noé went to daycare, so I am going back to bed. Your stories are great. Dad - your suggested baby name has been crossed from the list.

We were trying to plan a fun trip of some sort this weekend, but I have a feeling we may still be recouperating. JL is starting to feel a cough coming on. What a mess. I'll take more pictures when Noé has less snot dripping out of his nose and I have make-up on. Luv ya! Mouse

Wedding Hangover.

Awww Momma... sounds like you're having such an intense week!!! I couldn't even fathom the task of cleaning out the house on top of your already arduous schedule at work. We need to tackle our apartment so soon!!!! I am feelling especially lazy these days. our good friends natasha and Neviell's wedding was incredible. They rented out a mansion for the wedding and nick and I had our own room with a king sized bed. Incredible. We arrived Thurdsay night and and did not stop partying with our good old university friends until Sunday. The wedding was simple and fast, the duration of the night was focused on the dancing. Nick and I impressed everyone with out sweet dance moves. Mom and Dad would've been a hit.. not a lot of coulple dancers out there so nick and I had to break the ice. The first band was this hilarous rented group of seniors and played 50's hits. Nev and Tash's first dance was to "Rockin Robin" I don't think that was intentional.

I didn't dance.. I am not proud of myself. My time will come.. I'm just not that confident yet. The wedding was amazing nontheless and Natasha was happy either way.

Back to reality.

baby name

Oh yeah, I almost forgot! Baby girl Kwan Teau's name should be Meelan Emma or Emma Meelan don't you think so Prevost girls? (Mom's more than a suggestion for a baby name)

Tues. am and I'm bagged!!

Hi kids, Second night in a row that I've worked until midnight or so. The house is looking quite spotless as much as it can considering the age. Michelle and Danielle, you wouldn't recognize your last year haunts in the house now. I have meetings tonight until late and still need to clean my bathroom and do one last vacume before the Real Estate guys come in tomorrow. I am rather anxious about the whole thing. I'll let you know how it goes. It's report card time this weekend, so there goes the long weekend for me. Oh well, I need to look further down the road. We have beautiful sunny weather for the time being. Hopefully it will last longer than a week! Great pictures, Danielle. I get to come to the cowboy bar too, don't I?? Have a great long weekend all of you and think of your dear mom hard at work. Love ya Mom

My vote is with mom's!!

Dad, you're hilarious! how do you even know the spelling of that volcano?? let alone to be able to type it twice!  

Me and mom think the name of the baby should be "insert J.L's mom's name here" Emma. Or Emma Jean... especially since she is due on Grandma's b-day!!! 

Things are kind crazy here... not getting along with the neighbors very well.... the disgruntled lady next door hates us... Chris and I were playing crib at the apartment alone one night and she was angry with all the noise we made... that crib i tell you... gets pretty rowdy... anyways, so she has called the landlord twice now.  then last night i got in kinda late and just after settling in, i get a knock on the door from the livid neighbor downstairs.  He was mad because I slammed the door to the apartment.  Unfortunately, this is the only way to get the door to lock in this old crummy building. He didn't want to listen to me because I was speaking in english and when I told him i can't speak french he cursed me out. So this sucks...   

Last night my cell phone fell into a puddle into 3 pieces. now my screen doesn't work.  If you call me i can still accept the calls, but I can't see anything on my screen. Need a new phone i think.

Nicole an J.L came to my apartment and set up my new vanity for me yesterday though! It's really nice... I think I am going to go out for a walk to the Market and try to find a stool for it. Then I'm gonna watch the game! 

Krista, Please refer to facebook regarding my concerns surrounding Hockey Games this weekend...

Love yas! 

Dano

P.S.

Dad, this is the Wheel Club.  This is where I will take you in December to go out dancing!

Gyproc

Hi Kids

Thanks for the pictures... Um, not sure about that ultrasound tho' Looks more like molten lava from Eyjafjallajokul to me. Good thing I'm not the one who has to interpret... Hey, that's my submission for names - Eyjafjallajokul.

The house passed a couple of "inspections" this week. (Plumbing & Electrical) So we're now getting ready for Gyproc ... Monday.

Love to all, Ole Dad

Burbs tomorrow day... not night... Nicole, I'll call you in the morning!  here is another picture of downtown Montreal after the game....

Sooooo... it's a girl?!?!

Mom sounded pretty sure it's a girl there!  So exciting!! yayaya!!

I'm having i think my first Friday night in.. After this week's crazyness, I am sick!! SUPER stuffed and worn out.. and the fact that I'm heading to Jay's cottage next weekend, I figure I should be resting up so that I'm in tip top for the big partay!!  I am planning on going out to the Burbs tomorrow night to see Nicole and the family.. i miss Noe like crazy!!  Anyways, I wil post some pics soon enough, but for now, this is Noe when we went on a picnic.  He was trying with all his might to break this twig in two after seeing his poppa do it..

baby girl

Amazing, looks just like Noe did!! It is a really clear picture for an ultrasound. She is due on Grandma's birthday, how cool is that. Have a great weekend. Love mom

TGIF

Krista here,
Man, am I glad to put this hectic week behind me. I am not accustomed to having to really "work" that hard for a living, and this week was hard work!

There will be growing pains as I get adjusted to the new job at the Villa. Yeah, growing pains literally and figuratively, my neck and back are so sore from all the bending and lifting and straining. Not to mention the stress of working for an incompetent boss. He was having me store my new equipment in the garbage room! I went in to find the room filled with dirty diapers and my new cart was missing. Luckily I tracked it down, but I still don't have a safe space for my stuff. And all the old italians are yelling at me. "Why it cost-a so much-a money??? The other lady, she only charge-a ten dollars!!!"

On the upside, I'm off to the cottage again this weekend. Whee! It's even meant to be nice and warm. Then, just one more week to May 24! And the big job for this weekend is clearing out the horseshoe pit. It'll be all ready for you when you come visit (Mom).

Pean

PS Hey Dano, try to stay out of jail for the next little while. If you and your friends feel like picking up a car, just say no!

Just a little peanut!

We went to our first ultrasound yesterday. It was amazing. The little baby was moving all over the place, stretching out his/her arms and legs. You could see everything so clearly: heart, stomach, little brain, little fingers and toes. The doctor confirmed that I am ahead of schedule by just over a week. My new due date is November 13th. Mom... you are going to miss it again!!!!

Great sleep training skills out the window

Remember the days when I could lay Noé down in his bed, he would look up at me with his big brown eyes and say "night night, I love you" and close his eyes and just drift off to sleep? Weren't those moments great?
Here was last night's scenario:
"Night night, Noé, close you eyes and go to sleep."
Noé: "No!"
"Mama's leaving now, you go to sleep."
Noé: "No!"
I close the door and leave. I hear, "No!" and a bang as suce number 1 flies across the room and hits the back of the door. "No!" and another bang as the frog with the comforting music is thrown to the floor. "NO!" and bang, there goes suce number two. "No!" and No!" as I imagine he throws his blanket and little lamb to the floor. Then "MAMA!", "AHHHHHHH!" and louder "AHHHHHHH!!" and he starts screeeeeeeching!
So, he finally fell asleep in Jean-Louis' arms at around 9 last night. Little monster!

Wed. morning blues

Hi Kids, Haven't blogged in a while as things are so very hectic at school and no computer at home. Good work, all you knitters, I'm impressed. Memere would be proud of you, Grandma would be envious as her knitting was made mostly of knots on the outside of the garmet. I'm getting closer to contacting a real estate person. I washed all the fronts of the cupboards in the kitchen the other night. Just need to empty another cupboard or two. I know, I'm procastinating. The weather has turned cloudy, cold and windy. Doesn't make one want to spend much time outside. One thing I did get done on the weekend is transplant the rubarb and day lily at the lake. Just wish I could take the raspberry patch with me. Cutest picture in the world of Noe, can't wait to see him soon!!!! Love you all lots, Mom Go Habs Go!!

PS Krista's not the only one who can knit in this outfit!

I'm a hurtin unit.

Nicole! I'f I wasn't so friggen hungover and sleep deprived I would've wished you a Happy Mother's Day. Sounds like you had a lovely day!! I LOVE NOE'S HAIRCUT!!!! But I must say, his curls are my favorite. I can't believe he let you cut his hair. You must have plopped him in front of the TV.

I had such a great weekend with my lady friends in New Brunswick at the bachlorette party. No peelers though... darn. Remind me to tell you the drama involved with trying to book the strippers.. it's a funny one. So excited for the wedding... I'm really going to try to catch the bouquet.. that's right.. I'm going to get aggressive in there... I'm going to be "one of those" obnoxious women who kick punch and elbow the gaggle of other frantic ladies as I desperately try to snatch those flowers out of the air or violently tear them from my competitors hands in hopes of one day being the "tosser" myself.

Montreal just scored again!!! 3-2!!! In yo face Crosby!!!

Sweet legwarmers Krista!!! I've taken a bit of a hiatus from knitting. Nick's Neice Stella saw my leagwarmers and wanted a pair for herself so that'll be my next project.

Love you all!!!

Nicole... I want Pa to be in Montreal when I'm there.. book his ticket for that time...

On hold with Air Canada

Hey family, Nicole here, in case the title didn't tip you off already!!!
So I tried booking mom and dad's flights to Montreal this winter and sure enough, I couldn't get you both on the same flight returning on Jan 6th. So, I'm going to talk to a human (I hope eventually) about it and see what can be done.
I had an amazing mother's day lunch prepared for by Jean-Louis. He made his awesome spring rolls with lentil soup - so delicious. Noé ate about 3 spring rolls all by himself! He's just down for a nap now. Once he wakes up we will head over to his little friend Sami's house for a visit. His mom has some maternity clothes to give me - thank goodness! I already can't fit into any of my clothes!!!

Knitting

Hey family, Krista here in case the title didn't already tip you off. I wanted to show off some of my latest projects. I've been knitting like crazy, I have the feeling my friends are starting to get annoyed. Like at the pub the other night when Jen said, "Hey! I can see that yarn you're trying to hide under the table... put it down and drink your beer like a normal person!" Heh heh, maybe they're right, but that's no way to get yourself a cozy pair of mitts or a tuque!

Noé says "Happy Mother's Day"

This is the mother's day card Noé "made" for me. Isn't he a cutie! Love this kid!

Things I need for Noé in the North

1 - car seat. This is pretty important, so if you can't find one, I will have to check mine in on the plane.
2 - stroller - better yet a jogging or sport stroller so we can take it out on the trails.
3 - high chair or a booster chair to sit him at the table. (that way he is up high enough to chuck his vegetables way across the kitchen.)
4 - mattress or something for him to sleep on.
5 - hockey sticks so he won't lose his game.
6 - sand toys, lots of sand toys.

On hold with Air Canada

I am on hold with Air Canada, I think? There is no music, no soothing voices to tell me an agent will be with me shortly, just static.... hmmm, maybe I was disconnected. But if I hang up, I will lose my place in the cue. What to do, what to do? At least, I can blog while I wait.
I took Noé to the Doctor today. JL calls him Dr. Piff, cause he has a huge nose. He is this really old, really friendly man with a great booming voice. As soon as he comes is the room, he puts his nose right in Noé's face and asks him how he's doing. Poor Noé started shaking when he did his exam (checked his ears, checked his little racing heartbeat and checked his belly). You should have seen the fear in his eyes! As soon as the doctor left he just burst out crying, he was so upset! Mean Dr. Piff! I brought him back to the daycare and he was really happy to see his little friends. I got to come home and relax all afternoon. I sure need it these days!
Got through to Air Canada, wasn't too painful. I don't need a car seat for Noé, so that's good. I will have to prepurchase our meals though. No flights offer meals anymore, well not if you are in stearige anyhow. boo hoo for me.
Mom, we need to start talking about kid supplies. What do you think about sleeping Noé on a mattress on the floor in the little bedroom? I think that would be better than the playpen - it's too little. Also, what about a high chair? What are the possibilities of borrowing a stroller (ideally a running or sports stroller!) for out at the lake and back on the trails. Also, we will definitely need sand toys for out at the lake. What else???

Mom's don't have to follow rules set by kids!

It's Wed. 5:30pm, I'm tired, I need to go downtown, but I need to respond to your messages. Millie May?????? Need I say more? Remember, Nicole, Dad and I don't have any date restrictions as far as using points, but the main thing is I'm not travelling steerage. (I think you might have heard me say that before) I'm going to submit my girl's name after some consideration, like looking at our family tree. You also know that I love JL's mom's name. Do I get one of my names or a derivative attached to a baby girl?? Krista, what are you up to? You haven't blogged in a while. As I write, interviews for my VP job are happening. I can hear them in Marj's office. Gail wants to be able to blog on. Okay? I need to get going, talk to you all soon. Love you lots, Momma

Baby Names

I've always loved the name Millie, like your Godmother. I like the middle name May, Millie May sounds so sweet. That's the name I always wanted for my baby. And yes I've only submitted a girl name because I still think your having a girl.
Miche

Start thinking of names

So here are the rules: 1 - you are each allowed to submit ONE name suggestion. 2 - you will not be upset when we do not choose suggested name. 3 - if we so happen not to choose any of your proposed name suggestions, but go with, say, "Apple" instead, no comments will be made.
Alright, submit your proposals here. JL has already started a list.
Mouse

Sangria on Tuesday Afternoon

It was such a beautiful sunny hot afternoon that I thought it would be a great idea to indulge in a jug of Sangria with my friend Janene out on a patio... Great, now I'm half cut and I have to go to dance class. Yeeee. That's what the sun does to ya.
Mert

a message to the commentator

1 - Identify yourself.
2 - When I open the comments, my computer crashes.
3 - this message is from the responsible one - I need to get back to work now.

Christmas tickets - a message from the responsible one

Sounds great Michelle! Now, all of you need to take a serious look at dates and points. Let's get booking. Michelle, do you have any points yourself? I think it's 15 000 points from Halifax to Montreal. Mom and Dad, it will be tricky to get you both on the same flights home, but I can try. Look at flights mid-week, after the busy period... Do you think someone might take Betty home with them, that might be easier. It's not like she sheds that much!

I posted some comments on your other posts.. s don't forget to check those!

Christmas 2010

I applied for vacation in December just for shits and giggs.... well I got it granted!!!!!! Yay!!!! I'll be headed to Montreal December 3rd and will return to Halifax on the 12th. Hopefully Pappa will be there then too!!! How does that sound Nicole? Can't wait!!!
Mertch

Let it snow, Let it snow, Let it snow!!

Greetings from the Yukon in May! Grab your skiis, snowboards, snowshoes and come up to the Yukon for a winter vacation in May. Where else can one experience winter activities in spring. There's lots of white stuff to frolic in. What more can I say. Love mom

Greetings from rainy Montreal

What good timing. Jean-Louis cut, fertalized and seeded the backyard yesterday and we needed rain desperately to kick start all that stuff, get it growing. I had a painfully exhausting weekend. I really hope this will all end soon, but I keep saying that and nothing changes. Noé was just CRAZY last afternoon and evening and I had no patience for him. I got really mad at him and say him in the corner. The little bugger would sit there, look at me, I would turn my back, he would get up on his hands and feet, look at me, I would look at him, he would sit back down and start laughing histarically, I would yell at him, he would sit and look at me, then... (this repeated about 7-8 times). I decided, he didn't quite grasp the concept of being punished yet. What a turd. Speaking of which, I am officially off diaper duty. I make JL change all the diapers now, just can't handle it anymore - too nauseous.
Well, another week at work. I would say that I am looking forward to the weekend, but I'm not sure which is more exhausting!

Dano in the city...

Hey!! 

Mom, your post sure did sound like a good morning! I didn't wake up feeling as optimistic.  I am all moved into the new apartment and am just laying down for night two.  I guess it will be alright.  It's filthy from the last tenants and there aren't any dishes or furniture beside some tupperware and a stinky couch.  It will take some time before it feels good to be here.  I spent my hungover Sunday setting up my room and watching the game.  (Whoop Whoop!!)  Go Habs Go!  I also spent some time getting to know one of my roommates.  He seems pretty cool actually.  I think I won't have any troubles with him.  He gives therapy to kids with Autism and takes them to camps and stuff.  He skies all winter and just got back to Montreal from Big White.  He's from the Townships but he's Anglophone.  But he's very laid back and I think he will be easy to get along with.  The only "weird" thing is that he is a twin... hahaha!!  Anyways, I went grocery shopping for the first time for myself in a long time.  It made me feel really lonely.  I miss grocery shopping and making dinners with Troy.  It's not as fun by yourself.  I guess I feel really out there and alone, now that I've moved out from under Nicole's wing.  I've got no one to take care of me but ME now!  Not thrilled about that. I just gotta keep myself busy I guess.  Anyways, thanks for putting that money in my bank mom! That, with my first paycheck should help me get through the next couple of weeks of settling in here.  

Krista, I want to come to the cottage party!  I can't let mom out-do me!  I thought I had the best social life in this outfit, but I think Mom is taking the cake there.  Mertch, you forgot to name Mom and Dad in the blogg description.  Dad, the logical one and Mom, the party animal.  So Krista, let me know what I should do.  I would likely have to work till 5pm or so in the Friday, but I would want to get there Friday night.  Maybe I can try to get Friday off work too.  Either way, let me know what you think.

I have to say a million "thank-yous" to Nicole and JL for EVERYTHING they've done for me these last few months.  Pretty outstanding!  I don't even know what to say.  I had a great life out in the 'burbs.  I miss Noe already.  I think I will go out to the 'burbs next weekend for a second visit to IKEA.  Need some curtains...

Anyways, I really gotta go to sleep.  I have to get my productivity levels up tomorrow so that I can graduate from training and get my IWA certificate!  (Instant Web Access).  This job requires me to be on top of my game... can't be sleepy!  

G'nite Love ya! 

Sunday evening hangover...

Ahhh you're morning sounded so relaxing Momma!!! I really don't envy you having to takle the whole house. I'm stresseing about gutting out our wee apartment by June!!! I tell ya, I'm really starting to get sick of this whole moving fiasco. Speaking of which, how did your move go Danio? What's the sitch with your roommates? Nick and I have decided to reside in the cottage until we head to the Yukon in the Fall, then we'll reassess our situation. We've decided to head back to the Yukon fora second attempt, we're just not sure when. Perhaps next summer.
Mom, I support the Sham-wow cause through and through, like the slap chop, they too have changed my life. Hey Pa.. how's the Slap Chop worki9ng out fot you??

I really like the idea of having a big partay in October, we'll be there from the 5th to the 19th. I think we'll be in Haines for Thanksgiving weekend so keep that in mind.

I'm going to try to make it up to Montreal sometime in December.

Mom at the lake drinking morning coffee in the house

Good Morning Prevost clan wherever you are this fine day. Dad is busy working on electrical stuff and waiting for the contractors to arrive. We'll see if they make it today. Had another busy week at work but what's new. My VP position is posted and closes on Monday. Several people have applied. It make take several people to replace me!!! :) I should be at home decluttering and cleaning but I just couldn't face it last night so I came out. Dad had supper ready (bison stew - yummy). I had a glass of wine, ate supper and fell into bed. I'm looking forward to not always being so tired. How about you Nicole?? Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? So here's the schedule of party activities planned. We decided that a retirement party at the lake for me in June was totally unrealistic. So, Adele Lackowicz offered her house. As Danielle knows, it's a great place for a party. Sat. Jun 19th is the date. Also, YTG and YTA host a party for retirees. This is the official celebration on Jun 18th. Then, Noe's 2 year old birthday party is on the 20th!!! Party time for the Prevost's (including Nicole and Noe). We'll have a moving in party in the fall at some point, maybe when Michelle and Nick are here if things go my way. I'm going to a "sham wow" party at Gail's this afternoon as an endorsement advertiser. Can I use your names as endorsers as well.:) We are having supper with them as well, not sure about the hot tub as there are other guests. Copper is starting to whine for his walk across the road to the climbing tree. That's as far as he gets before he takes off on a 4 to 5 hour run. He's getting skinny again! I have to walk Mocha and Seiko as the Atkinson's took their boat down to Skagway. Hope the move goes well for you, Danielle, You too Nicole and JL!! I put your check in your account, Danielle. It might make you feel better after the horrible M Canadian's loss last night! I'm sure Nick isn't crying. As for Christmas, I will be there in Nov. (no JL, I'm not coming in Sept.!) and likely stay until New Years, unless I get booted out. Dad won't be there as long as we have two animals that need looking after. It was easy to find someone to move into our house in town to look after Betty, but not so easy out here. Hopefully my good friend Gail will take Copper dog once more. We'll have to figure it out. Love you lots, love this blog, love the fact I'm going to retire, Mom

Halak it a lot.

I still believe... Pittsberg just needs to spot impairing our team.