Happy Anniversary Mom and Dad!

January 31st, 1959
Covert Alvord and Estella Wright were married, 49 years later and they are enjoying the winters in their southern home in Ocala, FL! Woohoo!

Roses are red.
Violets are blue.
Today is very special.
Happy Anniversary to you!

49 years.
What an awesome feat!
Enjoy your company today,
And have plenty to eat!

The critters send their love.
I send it too.
I will say it again,
Happy, Happy Anniversary to you!

Enjoy your day!


I took this picture last night, doesn't it look like Rupert wants to say "Happy Anniversary"?

Critter Ambition

I took these pictures a few weeks ago, actually New Year's Eve day. I took a nap and when I woke up, here is how I found the three critters, what a huge show of ambition, don't you think?

New Look for Living Room

I had a bit of cabin fever and decided to move things around my living room last weekend. Now, I move the furniture around quite a lot, but the TV has only moved once in the 11 years I've lived in my house. Well, now it's moved twice, this time it's along the long wall opposite the french doors. Both sofas are lined up across from it (not sure about this look). I figured I would try this out because the wall is really the only location I could hang a new flat screen TV (no, I haven't purchased one yet). I think I need a sectional couch or a love seat instead of one couch to pull this look off. What do you think?

New Look for 2008!

Made you look! I thought about going with a red hair-do for the new year but instead I chose a new blog look. It might be the best decision I've made so far this year!

Oh, so you wonder if I made any resolutions for 2008? Well, not exactly. However, the Dr. tells me that I have to lower my cholesterol (total came in at a whopping 275, up from 225 last year) or go on medicine (actually he said I should do both). So... today is day number 6 of oatmeal for breakfast (yep, this means no more breakfasts at diners or restaurants for me). I'm trying to add more fruits and vegetables to my daily intake (sigh) and the Dr. suggested I start taking fish oil supplements. Take a look at these:

They are pretty gross (and huge), but if taking them lowers my numbers, I guess it is worth forcing them down. I visit the Dr. again in the middle of February, so wish me luck!

Merry Christmas!

Grandma and Grandpa's gifts were a hit!Rupert and Sparky played like good boys should.
Kobe chewed on his new bone like any dog would.
Rupert posed with his new catch.
And Sparky played keep away with his new pet!

I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas!

Rupert likes presents!

The latest picture of the baby. You can see that he is growing up fast. He was a big help while I was trying to wrap presents, doesn't he look like lots of help?

Santa arrived early this year!

You are not going to believe this but Christmas came early for me. Yesterday I won first prize in a raffle to benefit local central New York charities (tickets were 3 for $10); the prize: a single golf membership to Walden Oaks Golf Course in Cortland (that's where I play league every Monday)!!!! Honest, it's true! I'm still pinching myself to make sure ... woohoo! Merry Christmas to me!

National Adoption Day!

Happy National Adoption Day to the many great people who are a part of my life as a result of adoption!
Happy 1st Birthday to Bailee today too!

Your chance to make a difference!

Here is your chance to help out the poor and brush up on your vocabulary!
www.freerice.com
It's legitimate, so play and make a difference!

Dusting of Snow...

Well, here it is, our first dusting of snow for 2007-2008 Winter! I had to post this so my Mom and Dad could enjoy seeing it from Florida. Happy Friday!

Oh, sooo tired...

Here is the latest picture of Rupert. He is growing up fast! I don't remember Sparky having near the energy when he was a kitten. Enjoy.

Brotherly Love

Finally, tonight, some progress amongst the cats, after weeks of watching them chase each other around the house I found them cuddled together! Awwweee!

Kobe's Lament

Rupert has been tormenting Kobe...

Wow, this tail tastes pretty good.

Oh, the leg is better, bony though!

I think the tail is better!

Oh, yes, yummy tail!

I guess I've had enough, how about you?

Isn't he cute?

Wide awake...

Oh, so tired...

Cats

Sparky is starting to come around to the notion that Rupert is here to stay. They play now (perhaps torment is the better term), as indicated in this picture:

Rupert of course has no fear and just keeps running up to Sparky, biting at his tail, pouncing on his head, etc. Sparky has resorted to chasing the kitten into a corner... I think he makes the kitten cry "UNCLE" before he lets him go but I can't really understand cat talk yet.

Welcome Rupert!

Hi, My Name is Rupert.
See my stripes?
Are these boots made for chewing?
Oh, okay, I'll pose.
Indeed, it is true, my third son arrived last Saturday. He is 6 weeks old and a terror. Kobe likes him alot and Sparky is tolerating him (at best). Can you hear the theme song from "My Three Sons" in the background? I CAN!

Happy Birthday Mom!

Roses are red.
The sky is gray :-( (it should be blue!)
You should look for my Mom
And wish her Happy Birthday today!

My brother Don too!

Happy Birthday Mom and Don!

Real Sports?

I watched a very upsetting segment on HBO's Real Sports last Thursday. If you haven't seen this month's show, you should make sure you do, but beware, it will turn your stomach. The nice part about HBO is that they aren't afraid to dive into the tough topics troubling today's Pro Sport's teams. The bad part about HBO is that they cover the tough and troubling topics. Yes, I know, I contradicted myself, but it is the truth. This particular segment is about Michael Vick and the underground dog fighting world. YUCK! GROSS! DISGUSTING! I saw on tonight's news that Vick has accepted a plea bargain. I honestly think he should have to work on a pig farm and sleep in the pig pen or worse!

If you have followed my blog at all over the past few years you know that I love my dog (thanks to the Hatfield's) and my cat (sorry Sandy). During the show, all I could do was hug Kobe and wonder how grown "men" could do such things? I'm still shaking my head. My "boys" are still good though!

Happy Birthday Dad!

Happy Birthday Dad!

Roses are red.
Violets are blue.
Lots of folks today
Will be saying Happy Birthday to you!

Enjoy your day!

Custom Chopper For Sale

A buddy of mine built this beauty, it's a 70's vintage brand new hard tail. The frame is stainless steel! It is powered by a 124 S&S with a 6-speed transmission, WAY TOO MUCH POWER if you ask me. I do enjoy sitting on it though. Contact me if you are interested in more info.