Birthday gift

On January 16, 17 Carol & I went to Lincoln city and stayed on the beach. I took Monday off and we took our time coming home. Jim & Vonnie Lash had us over for dinner on Sat. and Jim grilled steaks, and I received a rookie card encased in plastic - Jeff Gordon! 1990. Carol found out I was bidding on a Greg Biffle rookie car 2001 (gold, limited edition) and she bought it for me. This car is awsome...even the interior and motor are gold. This summer when Greg and his wife come to the Banks track, I'll have him sign it. A BIG "THANK YOU" to everyone for my Cards and letters...I don't feel 59!!!

Carol, Mom Peters, and I took Kelly and the girls out for dinner at Olive Garden on Wednesday - we celebrated Kelly's birthday. The girls were all dressed up - sooooo cute!!! More to come!

Jean & Mark Matney's 65th Anniversary

Last Saturday, 8 January 2011, Carol & I took Mom Peters to Salem to celebrate Jean & Mark Matney's 65th Wedding Anniversary. It was great to see relatives, hear stories from the past, and remember those who had passed on. The wedding picture book and original wedding dress were really something to see!

This weekend we're heading for the coast...my birthday wish! Pictures to follow!

Christmas 2010

Christmas came soooo fast this year! Mom Peters, Kelly and the girls came over on Christmas Day. Even Payton got a present...and was trying to help everyone open theirs too! New Years Eve we spent with Mom Peters and Jim & Vonnie Lash. Good food and lots of Pinocchle games. The Candle Light service at our church was really nice - good time to reflect. Thanks to all who helped make this such a special time! The day after Christmas we went to see the Rockettes downtown Portland, Rose Garden Arena. They are never disappointing - what a show.

Today we're taking Mom to visit relatives in Salem, OR - It's the Matney's 65th anniversary.

More pics and info to come.