Outside time

We finally got a nice day, in fact, three in a row. I had a long weekend this week so I took time to clean vehicles and do some yard clean up. What a mess! Time to bring out the power washer and get rid of all the moss, etc. on the cement and house! Saturday Jim & Vonnie Lash came over and we picked up Mom Peters for dinner at Marie Calendars. Sunday we went to Kelly & Mike's for lunch - it was great to be with them and the grand kids. Kelly was right - my arm hurt the next day from playing Wii with the kids. Our next outing will be south to see Russ & Roberta on March 22.
More to come soon.

Congrats to Jeff Gordon

So after 66 races, Jeff Gordon #24 won the Phoenix Subway Fresh 500 today. Great race, lots of action, I felt bad for Carl Edwards - I think he could have won! Jeff's car was very strong all day.
Looks like a new race version die-cast will be out soon!!! I like the new colors and design.

Today we watched Madison perform her first moves at Taekwondo (SP?). She did really well and received her yello/white belt. This was a trial 5 week course and she wants to keep going!

Way to go Maddy! More to come soon.

Englebert Concert

Last night Jim & Vonnie Lash came over and we hopped into the van and drove to Newberg, OR for dinner. Afterwards we surprised Vonnie (Jim already knew about it) by driving to Grande Ronde and we'd purchased tickets for Englebert Humperdinck as an anniversary present. Great concert! Almost 2 hours of non-stop music - new and old, romantic and country - he did it all. The band was outstanding. A little solo performance was done by each instrument - great piano and keyboardists. We sat in the center section, row L, on the end - thanks for making the reservations Carol! Congratulations on 40 years together Lash's! May you have many more.

Today was TAX day for us. We had a 9:30 a.m. appointment with Bryan - our accountant. So we picked up Mom Peters and drove to Tualatin. I suppose it's a good thing to break even - we owe the feds and the state of Oregon owes us. Hope everyone is doin' okay. More to come soon.

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.