Daniel in his Denney's Duds

What a "happy camper" (not) in his Denney's

Duds...this is his work outfit with the

Denney's logo on the sleeve of his shirt.

Notice the cool plastic apron on the couch...

We haven't even had the 'privilege' of seeing

that on him...he told me not to POST any

pictures of him in this stuff....I told him....

Just one...for your big sista! ;-)

New Glasses...I went out of my "box" with a new style!

I had Daniel along at the eyeglass place as he needed to get

his eyes checked. He doesn't need glasses, but mine needed to

be replaced...they were scratched and I was looking through

a "white spot" that wouldn't come out. So, with Daniel's opinion,

along with the opthamologist (a man) and the woman that works

there, they ALL three liked this frame on me "hands-down" over

any of the others (and it was a lot) that I tried on...A new and

different look that I'll have to take some time to get used to.

EWWWWWW!!!

Big and Hairy

I have nothing in the picture to show how big this guy really is!
Tonight when Daniel was taking out the garbage he saw him.
He must be quite old to have grown this large. He is truly
about the size of my hand...that's for REAL! I couldn't really
catch him in the picture all spread-out, but he was so BIG.
He WON'T stay alive if he comes into the house though...

Just a few more of Daniel's truck

Inside and Out...pretty good shape for a 2000

that has 94,000 miles = $6,600...SWEET!

Some of my new favorite things...

New Things I have Tried and LIKED

There are a few NEW food Items I have found

that are HEALTHY, have lots of fiber and if

you're a Weight Watcher, they have low points

values:

First: Vitalicious VitaMuffin VitaTops.

Only 100 calories, low-fat, high fiber = 1 point (Yay)

They have lots of yummy flavors...triple chocolate,

peanut butter chip, Cranberry Bran. And YES, they

are delicious, even 1-point BROWNIES!

Also, Gnu Bars = Granola type bars, moist and chewy.

Only 2 points each with Weight Watchers and lots

of yummy flavors...

I like the Peanut Butter and the Banana Walnut.

Thirdly is the Total Tea....

Yummy with a citrusy flavor, no caffeine and

really keeps the colon clean.

Check them out on-line and read about them

It's really nice to find these great things that

are super healthy and taste great and

really keep things moving and don't add to

the waistline!

Commitment...

There is a remarkable difference between a

commitment of 99% and 100%. At 100%

you are seeing your problems all the way

through to their solutions. At 99% we can

still find a way to take the path of least resistance...

(and usually do). The 100% commitment not only

works for marriage but it also works for life!

A LONG Day...

So, we woke up early and got going by 7:15 this morning.

We planned to drive down to Los Algodones, Mexico to

get some meds. Got there by 10 a.m. and we were on our

way out by 10:35! No wait in line with the border security,

yay for no snowbirds around...so our trip went flawless there

today. From Mexico we headed East through Yuma and on to

Gilbert, Arizona where a truck was for sale that Tom wanted to

possibly purchase for Daniel. Since it was for Daniel, afterall, we

let him SKIP school today and go with us! Of course, we needed

his approval on this sweet pick-up we were considering for him.

Seemed like it took "forever" from Mexico to Gilbert, then, Friday

night traffic from the far Eastern part of Phoenix (Gilbert) all the

way through heavy traffic...but we survived it all and travelled

642 miles all today. A long day, but really it all went so well!

Daniel's Sweet New Wheels

'00 Chevy C/K 1500 2 WD Step-side

w/ 94,000 miles
Front view (taken at night after we got home)
purchased it in Gilbert, AZ (East of Phoenix)

It brings a SMILE to his face!

Thoughtful A-B-C's

Although things are not perfect

Because of trials or pain

Continue in thanksgiving

Do not begin to blame.

Even when the times are hard

Fierce winds are bound to blow

God is forever able

Hold on to what you know

Imagine life without His love

Joy would cease to be

Keep thanking Him for all the things

Love imparts to thee

Move out of 'Camp Complaining'

No weapon that is known

On earth can yield the power

Praise can do alone

Quit looking at the future

Redeem the time at hand

Start every day with worship

To 'thank' is a command

Until we see Him coming

Victorious in the sky

We'll run the race with gratitude

Xalting God Most high

Yes, there'll be good times & yes some will be bad, but...

Zion waits in glory...where no one is ever sad!

A Storm in Havasu is something to write about

Pictures taken from our back yard...

The storm was headed our way

Lots of rain yesterday and today...

Something to write about...first we've seen this summer!

Zane's Grandparents Home

Pete & Peg invited us for Icecream and fruit after gospel

meeting one Sunday. So nice to see their house all

finished. It's beautiful...

The fountain out front of their place...and yes, with a

beautiful sunset and a small view of the water!

Pete & Peg's Bike-Mobile with Tanya's two little one's
going for a ride, however, they weren't quite big enough
to make it go too far..the peddles were too far away for
little Elizabeth!



Daniel making it really go! A strange looking little
buggy, but looks like fun!

Connell, Washington

A huge dust devil was coming our way. My camera

wouldn't focus on it though!
We saw this sunset as we came out from
the Burger Factory in Connell, WA
I couldn't resist taking a picture!


Grandpa snoozing on his "new" chair I found at the
Small Mall (antique/used) store in Connell. He paid
$26.00 and just loves it. Took several naps a day in
it! At 83 years old, I think he deserves that!

Summer Time in Connell, Washington

The wheat - An aweful year...almost considered a

crop failure...Glad the Hart's have crop insurance!
Tom driving the combine. The wheat still had to
be cut, thework still needed to be done!

Georgeous Sunset from the folk's old place.


The kid's all dressed-up from Sunday morning meeting.
Neil, Derek, Malia, Daniel & Brenda
True Foster Kids and Cousins!




I have a weakness for beautiful sunsets!
Sunrises are right up there on my list too!

Mixture of Seattle

This little racoon kept looking into the window at the Folks

in Ballard...looking for a hand-out!!! It was cute, but they're a

nuisance.

Inside the Cheesecake Factory. Tom & I got a gift card

and enjoyed it for lunch one day at the Southcenter Mall.

Yummy. Thank you Michael & Marianne! Having a 25th

anniversary is fun!

Cheesecake Factory

Cheesecake factory



Another giftcard for our 25th anniversary took us to the
Olive Garden Restaurant in Lynnwood. Delicious, yes,
it's no wonder I'm on a diet now that I'm home! Steve &
Ken (my brothers joined us). Ken was up celebrating his
4th of July birthday. (He was taking the picture).