LONG TIME

It has been quite awhile since I blogged and eventhough we text there are a few things that have been going on.

1. Kristin is so excited about coming to ISU. she is a bit worried about what dad and I are going to do without her. I told her not to worry.

2. Swim team has been going great. I am not going to cut so I will end up with about 83 bodies (I think). We have made it thru the first week and next Friday will be the first cookie Friday.

3. Practice at Kroc on Wed. was awesome. The acustics in there are wonderful.

4. Soccer. Thought I wwould let you know that Barlow lost in the 2nd round to Lake Oswego 3-0. Think of what the score would have been if we would have played them. West lost on Tues to West Linn 2-0. Now WL has to play Jesuit (which beat West 11-0 at the beginning of the year).

5. Puppies get a hair cut tomorrow. June and Julie are coming to visit.

6. Your dad is home tonight. No football this week. They get a bye.


That's all for now. Stay out of trouble!

MOM

Another day of only teaching one class. this gets pretty boring. I even grade the weight sheets every day. When was the lst time that happened? I guess you CAN teach an old dog new tricks. right now I have my ipod on the computer listening to the Bee Gee's. I'm going through it alphabetically and only on the B's. It could take awhile.

The weather here sucks and it usually does this time of year. Your sister will have a wet practice today. After practice, we are going food shopping for her goodies for the bus trip to Redmond tomorrow.

Your dad has a cold and really sNoReS. I've been going to the other room and Lexi has been with me. Once Maddie falls asleep, she doesn't move until it's time to eat or poop. tonight your dad has volleyball at South. We will come home for an early dinner, then back out.

Tomorrow: teach, pep assembly, trip to Redmond, home. That's it in a nutshell. Kristin will get home sooner with me. We will stop on the way home for a quick dinner somewhere. Your dad has football against redmond at home. Redmond is terrible so it will be a blowout. It's also suppose to be wet. How much fun is that?

On Saturday we are suppose to play in a shotgun at 10am. If it rains alot, I bet they cancel it. Those old people are fair weather golfers. Your sister is to go in at 8:30 it there is a tournament, other wise she works Sat. and Sun. at noon. At least it's money. Costco will be visited also.

I think we will be traveling to Barlow for the soccer game next Saturday. They are the #1 team from the Mt. Hood league. If West ties or loses to North, we will have a home game against the #3 PIL (Portland) team. Probably a ROAD TRIP.

That's it for now. Guess I better find something to do.

MOM

FINALLY

It's been awhile since I have done this. Thought it was time to update.

Weather is crappy. Alot of rain yesterday and off and on today. I can live with it, but not for too long. Kristin was sopping wet yesterday after practice. today is colder and not quite as wet.

School is going well. Swim team starts in a little less than two weeks. I'm excited to have 1:30 for practice. I'm going to try some new things. Kristin is ready for swimming to start too.

tonight is the night we could find out if the soccer team goes to state. Sprague needs to beat or tie Redmond. If that is the case, the girls are in. We really want them to tie and McNary to win on Friday so that they can go as the #3 team. If they are #4 the game score will probably be something like 7-0. Really don't want that. I will let yo know tonight what the outcome is.

Sorry you are so spoiled as to have crab and lobster for dinner. Your dad and I can't even afford that. You are so spoiled.

tonight, your dad gets to go to the McKay WS girls soccer game. At least it is close to home. he will come home to mac and cheese with hotdogs. He is excited about that.

tomorrow morning is early morning time. We have to be here by 7am. Not bad. We get to go home at 3.

I'm going to go to Redmond to watch the last soccer game. Kristin will get home sooner so she can rest before working Sat. and Sun. She traded with Kole. He worked for her last Saturday. there is a tournament on SAt. so she will actually get in more hours. Your dad and I are playing in it. she is going to be rich.

Puppies are good and are ready to go to Sequim and see the new members of the family. Bob is problagbly bigger than the dogs.

Have a great day.

MOM

thought I would update now during my prep.

The soccer game last night was awesome. Your sister did well and Sprague was a little frustrated. sprague is definately the better team,but again we were really scrappy. Krsitn played well and I think your dad paced about 5 miles. as long as they beat Mckay and sprague beats redmond and West, they will go to state. If McNary wins out, they might even end up 3rd. Good for them. Miguel is so excited.

I feel asleep in NCIS. Would always wake up for the commercials. go figure.

Your dad was here this morning at a meeting. He came in and gave my Step Aerobics kids a bad time. they thought it was funny that my husband stopped by.

Kristin ordered her graduation stuff today. We are using your cap and gown to save a little money, but she got senior sweat pants instead. She is a happy little camper.

We had a 7am start this evening so I get to leave at 3pm. Your sister has to stay for practice. HAHAHA.

dinner tonight will be quick. Your dad has to be a McNary for a 6pm meeting with the superintdant and the community. A way to keep an open line of communication, I guess.

Raining alot today but suppose to bwe niceer tomorrow. Friday is iffy, I guess.

Hope you had a good day.

MOM

WONDERFUL DAY N THE NEIGHBORHOOD

We ended up haveing a nice day on the course. As you know, your sister shot an 86 and was only 1 stroke off your dad. Her swing is really looking good. I tried my new club and it was a bit shakey. It did get me on 17 pin high though. We dwon't play next week and will play twice the following weekend. We will play in the Pumpkin tournament at the club on Sat. then at our usuall time on Sunday. Your sister won't be playing that day. She will be sworking for Kole since he is working for her next Saturday.

I have a full week of school this week. Tuesday, the soccer team plays Sprague ( which they need to win or tie) and Friday they play McKay at home at 6:30.

After golf today, and lunch, I took your sister to American Eagle to look at jeans again. She ordered a pair on-line thru the store and paid store price. what is nice is that they will be shipped here.

We are having a pot roast in the Crock Pot for dinner tonight.

Tell Amanda happy B-day for me. I hope she is feeling better.

Seahawk game sucks, but we are sitting through it.

That's about it for now. Have a great day and remember, you only have 4 days of school this week ( oh yeah, you always only have four days of school a week).

OOPS! It's been a few days since this was updated. Actually, not much has happened.

Thursday: Had a full day of school. Not much happened. We picked up the Jeep. I never thought that we really needed three cars until we didn't have the Jeep. It is really nice that your sister can drive.

Friday: Inservice. We had some meetings in the morning talking about rewards and how to give them to students. Then we were educated on what we can and cannot use our school computers for. No porn, gambling, or running our private companies. Danr it. I need to be more careful.

Went to lunch with a few teachers.

Kristin made no mistakes at her game. She caught everything she was suppose to. West's goal came on two free kicks from about the 25 yard line. No high school keeper could have gotten them unless they were 6 feet tall. Your sister was riding pretty high.

Football scores: WS 60-SS 22. McNary 24-Lakeridge 14. smythe is coaching there now, so that win made Ward's day.

Today: footbal, football, football. Great games today. I hope some of the biggies fall so that Oregon will be ranked higher. Right now your dad is just sitting and watching football. I wonder how that will last. He has problems sitting for too long. maybe we will go to the store. Lexi just got out a toy and Maddie took it away form her. That wasa pretty funny. Wild Kingdom has begun.

Kristin works today, then next weekend, your dad is caddieing for her in a two day tournament in PDX. Both are looking forward to that.

That's it for now.

Have a great day.

MOM

I have some time so I thought I would update what is going on.

Yesterday. The girls won their soccer game 4-0. Your sister played all but the last 10 min. she even took a girl out while going after the ball. she thought she touched ball (she said she fellt something hard) and your dad seems to think she felt the back of the girls shoes.

Went home last night and fixed bacon and eggs for dinner. Got some peppered bacon from Costco and it is better than the Kirkland brand bacon.

Watched most of NCIS but ended up falling asleep at the end. Now I can watch the re-runs and they will be new to me.

We still only have one car. Suppose to get the car back maybe tomorrow.

Today. Had to be at school by 7am. Had a dept. meeting and talked about goals and objectives and feedback to students. It was ok. Taught both aerobics classes today and they went well. Since we had to come in at 7am, we get to leave at 3pm. YAHOO!!!!!

Met with Dylan Norby and showed him how to research schools where he could play golf. He is looking at NAIA and NCAA D3 schools. He could play small school golf.


After practice, your sister and the other senior soccer girls are making t-shirts for their kidnapping tomorrow. Since we only have 1 car, she is taking the little one and Marlo is picking me up for school.

We are having porkchops cooked in mushroom soup with extra mushrooms over white rice for dinner tonight. Your dad is beginning to be a rice lover. I enjoy the pork chops but won't have any rice.

Hope you hit the ball well today. I know you get to sleep in tomorrow morning and tomorrow you don't have to work out early, so maybe you can sleep in a little. ENJOY!!!!!!!!

MOM

Howdy. Hope you are staying warm and dry. In a way I'm ready for cooler weather, but as soon as I say that, I will want sun. as long as we can play golf on Sundays.

Yesterday was a nice day on the links. Kristin seems to think that she shot about a 90. She just kept track of putts: 27. Are you jealous? Went home and watched football and your dad fell asleep out in the sun on the back patio.

Kristin had a lesson at 5:30. I video taped it so she can look at it wheile Chris is gone. On the way home I called Roundtable pizza for take out. It took them forever to get the thing done, but your dad actually said it was worth the wait. We had pan pizza, half cheese and half pepperoni. As your dad said, it was good going down.

Watched the football game on tv last night.

when it was time to go to bed, the pizza was acting up in your dad's stomach. I was already in bed and he let a ggod one go. I went to sleep in the other room. He couldn't understand why I left until he turnwed over and got a wiff.

this morning it was cold. Not as cold as you, but below 40. Still left the house with shorts on, but a sweatshirt too.

School day went well. Homecoming assembly today, so I got some stuff done during that time.

Kristin has a good cold and TOM so she is a little under the weather. You should see all of her bruises. She is so proud.

We are having tacos tonight in front of the football game. Your dad is leaving work so he can get home in time.

New Mike's flavor, spiced apple. Not bad but not good with Mexican food. too sweet. Will try one when I'm in a sipping mood.

going to the bank today to but some money in your savings account. $100 for the car. You will get the rest next month.

Have a great day.

MOM

Yes, I am good (unlike some others that I know) and update frequently. and it's not because I have time. I do it because it is my responsibility to keep some people updated.

Yesterday, we had a good day. I had to be at school by 7am for a 50 min. meeting. School started at 8am. It was a good day. After school, I had 4 girls make up their fitness test. They did a great job. It was actually pretty fun to watch them. I have had them since they were frosh and now srs. and they have grown up so much. They are so much more interested in their bodies.

Costco was great. Had pizza, your dad had polish dog and Kristin had the chicken wrap.

Went home, unpacked and had popcorn.

Today, the sub had the breaks checked and they are fine. Ready to go to redding next week and in-out-burger. tomorrow the jeep goes in tomorrow morning. A window doesn't work. Off track I guess.

After school today, maybe some more make-up milers, I don't know. Have to pick up your dad's prescription at Walgreens, then home to the puppies. Kristin has a team dinner after practice. I don't know if she will play tomorrow. tomorrow we will find out. After I pick her up, I will fix chicken for myself and probably watch football on TV. I don't know what the game is so hopefully it is good.

Hope you had a great day today. Remember, your weekend has begun.

Back to the real world. The weather is normal for this time of year: rain showers. That's ok. I just wish it would be a little warmer.

Kristin is still riding high from last night. The girls from west kept coming up to your dad saying that Kristin did a great job. She even robbed them of a goal. What a save.

Every day she asks if we know how many days until she goes to see you. she needs to realize that she is there to look at the school. Please keep her on track.

Today was our usual 8:00 start time. Kristin brought me and Cleary a DB. It was really good.

right now, I'm waiting for your dad to get home and listening to Maddie bark. I think she is hungry.

Costco for dinner and a big shopping night. I'm excited. We need alot of stuff.

Let me know when you find out what course you are playing in San Diego.

Oh, your dad just walked in the door. I'm hungry, so off to Costco we go.

Stay our of trouble. You only have 1 more day of school.

Long time since I have done this so here it goes.

The weekend was wonderful. Nice weather=laundry, lawn mowing, sitting out, shopping, sitting out, grilling, Mike's, sitting out, ducks winning, football.

Sunday was much of the same except golf was included. Yes, I did another load of wash. sat out a little more and watched the Seahawks loose. As you know, we had pot roast in the crock pot with potatoes and left over baked beans. We made kristin go get ice cream. Had a coupon for 2 at $2.99. She paid with change. Cookie and Cream and Vanilla.

Today the weather is changing sorry to say. right now it is 65, windy and cloudy. The weather is suppose to come in later tonight. dinner tonight is left over hot meat sandwiches, a couple of left over potatoes and a salad for me. Probably peaches for your dad.

Tomorrow, it is suppose to rain on and off all day, and for Kristin's game it is only suppose to get to to maybe 60. She can stay warm in her goalie pants. Want to place a bet as to if she plays?

HOpe you played well today and that the frosh didn't annoy you.

that's it for now.

Oh yeah. The puppies are fine.

MONDAY, MONDAY:

Another beginning of another week.

Yesterday: Your dad and I played golf. I did better than the week before. I shot a 91 with a quad and a triple. Your dad started out rough, but shot a 42 on the back.

Fitness testing this week. Ran the mile too. I only had two each period not show up and they missed the whole day.

Sloppy Joe's for dinner with corn and applesause. then, the football game.

Taking in the blue car today to Keizer Auto. It is leaking something so I get to take it in. Who knows how long it will take to fix.

Your sister keeps counting down the days until she sees you. I hope you will not have too much fun and she actually does some searching at the school.

HOpe you had a good day. I saw you were making a couple of tee times for tomorrow. Are you guys playing for practice?

Talked to poppi and mimi yesterday and they love their cats. Both sounded real good and are excited about seeing us at Thanksgiving.

that's about it.

Hump day is almost over. We are on the down side. It is also raining outside. I'm sitting on the bed watching the news.

New this year, on wedensdays we have to be at school at 7am and get to leave at 3. School starts at 8. We are using that time for meetings.

Last night and the soccer game, your sister didn't get to play. She was a little upset and she didn't think she would be. I warned her that she might not play. Everything is ok today. They had a short practice. Tomorrow, they have goalie training a half hour before their regular practice. the team is going to olive garden after that.

Your dadis not home yet but when he gets home I'm sure he will be hungry. Tomorrow, he has to work a football game.

Friday is the big golf tournament and I think we are ready. The weather is suppose to be nice and a little rain the next day. Hope it holds off.

That's it for now. I hope your school time is going well and you are not to bored. I'm sure you have plenty of time for homework.

Kristin's next soccer game is Tues. against North. Maybe she can play.

MOM

Refrigerator came yesterday at about 3:15. It is now making ice and I filled it this morning. We still have a lot of room. I guess katie can come and visit. I will have enough food for her.

This morning, we played golf. It was suppose to be nice but it rained just a little. didn't even need rain gear. Just wore shorts and a top. Even got to wear my sandals. I really like Kristin's new swing. She is flatter and doesn't come over the top as much. she is starting to get more distance too.

Now, your dad is mowing the lawn. He is frustrated with the Seahawks. You are probably on the course right now so you are not missing anything.

When he gets done we are going to the store so I can feed my new refrigerator.

Your sister is at work. I think the only reason she wants to visit you is for the movie. I guess that's one way to get her interested in ISU.

Good football game on tonight, the Bears and Packers. Go Packers. I don't like the Bears qb.

HOpe you had a good day today and good luck tomorrow.

US

IT'S FRIDAY!!!!!!!!

Been a good couple of days. Finally got to really teach today. Had two step classes. My 2nd class only has 2 girls that have stepped before. Sometimes, those are the best classes. Kyle Ward has my 4th period class of Personal Fitness and he did a good job for the first try.

Kristin has early practice today, then off to the driving range to try her new driver. I hope she gets a little longer.

After that, we are going to go home and see the puppies. I'm sure this last week has been a real shock to their system. (yeah, right. they probably just sleep the whole time).


We will fix something somewhat light for dinner. Kristin is thinking of Cup of Noodles and I don't know what I'm going to have. A salad will be included.

Your dad has had a pretty good week too. He was at the JV football game last night and has to go to David Douglas (Portland) tonight. He won't get home until about 11pm. He will probably end up in the spare bedrrom because the puppies will be spred out on the bed.

Tomorrow we get our haircuts at 12:30 and Kristin has a lesson with chris at 2:30. Your dad will porbably go too. The more the merrrier. Kristin has to work at 4 tomorrow and 1 on Sunday. that will be her last Sunday for awhile.

Sunday morning is golf morning. Kristin is going to play with us since we tee off 15 min. early and she works at 1pm. Kole is the on call at 5pm after working the morning shift and she is going to make him come in HAHAHA.

Hope you have fun in Spokane. When I get done with this I'm going to look up the course. Stay out of trouble.

Love you

Drama: Senior in high. Kristin seems to think that her friend is ignoring her.

The last couple of days have been flying by. Frosh yesterday, everyone today. Handing out locks and some uniforms.

Yesterday after school I went to the Courthouse to work out then went home and sat outside with the puppies and my Mike's. Your dad came home about 5:15. We had hambergers for dinner. After dinner, your dad mowed the lawn and I sat outside and watched.

Today: same 'ol, same 'ol. The frosh have been good so far. Hopefully a better class this year.

Your sister has practice at 2:30-3:30 and she gets her uniform tonight. She gets goalie stuff.

We are having stir fry (frozen TGIF's) tonight. Hopefully it is good.

That's about it for now. Hope you have a great day. Stay in touch.

MOM

Got up late this morning to do this, at 5:45. Actually it is 7:10 now so I did some other things first.

To get you updated since I haven't beeen on for a couple of days.

Sept. 2: Went to school and really only had to sit thru one stupid meeting, and that is what it was. Since some people had to go out of the building for "job-alike" meetings, we had to have an hour meeting to make it fair for everyone. We read soming about "Farting Boy" (I thought of Dylan).

the rest of the day was spent on getting the lockerroom ready and claening out of the desk. That night we had a SAY Golf meeting about the tournament.

Sept. 3: Had a two hour meeting for the "nuts and bolts" of the school year. About how we need to build "relationships" with the hard to get along with students. My motto for this year? "Patience is a virtue". I know I have said that many times before, but I think it will really come in handy this year.

Got home at 3:30, your sister had to get to practice. Had to go to the distrit office to get something signed because they screwed up before. Hopefully that will do it.

Game on in the evening and our financial planner came to visit. she is going to run some numbers for me for retirement. It is getting closer.

Watched a crappy game. Glad Blount is no longer on the team.

Sept. 4. Got up at the regular time. Knew the weather was going to be bad so did three loads of wash so I could hang it outside. Your sister finally go up at 9:30 and we were out the door by 10:30. Went to the bank then as you know, ended up at the outlet mall. You saw what your sister bought. I think both are cute.

Came back into town and did school supply shopping.

2:45 and we were off again. I took her to practice then went and worked out. I was rather impressed with myself being abole to move on that machine and text at the same time.

Picked up the seights for your dad's driver. We were going to go straight to the Pita Pit but your sister's stomach was doing it's thing. So, we went home, she pooped, we both took a shower, then went and finished off at Roth's.

Your dad had a game last night and they lost to the 6th ranked team 24-21. That's not too bad.

Today: Going to look at refrigerators. Ours is giving up the ghost. The freezer gets warm then cold. Not making much ice. Hard to keep cold.

It is raining out. today is supppose to be the worst day.

I don't know what else we are going to do. i know Kristin has to work but that is it.

MOM

Finally back into the swing of things. As you know, Maddie went to the ER yesterday morning at 4am with a very upset tummy. they gave her medicine and said she couldn't eat or drink for 12 hours. That got tough for her in the afternoon. she go to eat at 3pm and again at 7pm. she was a happy camper. We had taco's last night and watched football. I ended up watching Andy rodick win in tennis.

today: 5:30 the alarm rang and the puppies were out of bed in a flash. they went outside and your dad fixed coffee. they had cheerio's this morning.

Your dad took a shower and the puppies pretended that they were sleeping. When he got out of the shower they wanted their lovin'.

5:45 I was in the shower and by 5:55 had my first sip of coffee. Fed the dogs, fixed breakfast and read the paper.

dogs went outside and pooped.

Left the house at 7am. oops, just a little late.

Meetings today from 8 until about 11. finished a letter of recommendation for a student.

1pm. Went to the post office to mail the package.

Came back to school, filled out some paperwork and played on the computer. found out I can get on facebook on my computer at school. Can't abuse the privilage here. I could get in trouble.

tonight, your dad and Kristin are having BLT's and I'm having chicken.

Tomorrow, the whole process starts again.

Hope you hit the ball well.

MOM

got up this morning at 5:45. your sister was up because she had to be at work to set up for the
Elks tournament. She might have to go back in tonight.

did three loads of wash and hung two out. For awhile I didn't know if the sun was going to come out. I was worried that the clothes wouldn't dry. Sun is out now so I don't have to worry.

Dad did the yard and lawn and Kristin cleaned the kitchen. Your dad was shocked when he saw it the first time.

Went to Costco for the month. Bought the usual.

Came home and your dad planted himself on the couch to watch golf. I think he took a little nap. When the sun came out, I sat outside.

Now, we are both watching the end of golf. Kristin is suppose to go in at 5pm tonight. She is going to call at about 4:30 to see if she has to go in. It is Kole there now and is would be nice if she didn't have to go.

We bought a 5 meat pizza from Costo for dinner.

Tomorrow is the last day of freedom. Have to go back to school on Tues. The puppies are going to be in shock.

Have fun at golf practice.

MOM

Pretty boring yesterday. Had to take Kristin to the Driving range to het some more balls for her new shaft. Her club was sent to Taylor Made and we will get it back in 10 working days. It is only costing $45 to ship and change her shaft. Good deal.

Today: another boring day probably. Kristin has been getting up at 6;15 every morning for soccer. I will go workout today sometime. I also need to go and talk to Rich and Prime for donations for the SAY Golf tournament.

Talk to your sister about what Gillian said to her when she told her that she only wanted to work one day a week. Your dad was pissed.

Your dad is going to hit the driving range on his way home. We are having leftovers for dinner.

Tomorrow night, we are taking your sister to Washington Square for some school shoppping. She is really excited about that.

We are playing golf on Saturday instead of Sunday because of a tournament at the club.

Costco on Sunday. Yahoo

Tuesday: Got up at 5:30 and had coffee by 6:00. Read the paper, cleaned out the puppy step and got on the computer.

10am went to goodwill, the courthouse, then Roth's to return Mike's bottles. $3.70 worth.

Came home and took a shower. Fixed Kristin lunch, grilled cheese sandwich, and watched tv.

Dad came home at 4pm and we ate at 5:00. He had eggs, bacon and english muffins and I had a tuna salad.

We had a meeting for SAY Golf at Creekside at 6pm. It took us longer to get there and back than the meeting took.

We just finished popcorn, your dad is having a drink and we are watching the Mariners.

Who knows what we are doing tomorrow?

Wow. It's been a long time. I forgot my password for a few minutes.

this morning: woke up at 5:30 when the alarm went off and it wasn't the puppies.

At 9am went to the Kroc Center to learn how to run the timing system. That took two hours. We had to sit thru the water polo stuff first.

1:30--went to school to work on Kristin's schedule and to see who had what student teachers. One guy thinks he is with me, but he is with Tye. Bob Jones wanted to know about college stuff with his four kids. I wanted to be there for 15 min. and ended up staying for over an hour. After that, I went to the store to pick something up and went to Bauers Insurance to give them an entry form for the SAY Golf tournament.

Your dad came home at 4:30 and mowed the lawn. We ate when Kristin came home from soccer at 6:15. they had spaghetti and I had the left over pork chop.

Popcorn for me and ice cream for your dad. Watched the Closer and the puppies watched us eat. I'm about ready to go and read in the spare bedroom. I'm sure the girls will come with me.

Have a great day at school. Stay out of trouble.

(What does Amanda think about the new roomie?)

It has been soooooooo long. thought I would update.

Golf is going--------. running y today for a wet tournament tomorrow. Will be back on Saturday. The girls are excited.

this weekend, we will go to costco and play golf. next weekend we have haircuts and Katie comes home. don't know if I'm ready for that one. Her sister has to clean up her room. what a mess, although katie didn't leave it very clean either. wonder when she has to start work?

Dad and the puppies are alone for two nights. I wonder how that will go. I know he is realllllly looking forward to that. hahaha.

that's it for the update.

stay our of trouble.

MOM

Here we go TGIF.

the tournament went well yesterday. katie 93, Kristin 96, Kaci 103, Amber 119, Lindsay 124. We are coming along.

Lost another pound today. Almost there.

Today: Spent two periods in the classroom with the Personal fitness classes. That went pretty well. Made the day go faster. No practice this afternoon. Waiting for kids to do make up.

Kristin and I are going to Target to pick up graph paper.

Tomorrow: your dad and I are playing in the pauper open at the club. We tee off at 12:15 and are playing with the Davidson's. do you know who they are? the weather is suppose to be decent for tomorrow but not for Sunday.

Sunday, the three of us are playing with fitz at the usual time.

Looking forward to Phoenix. asked for the final day off today. My food will go thru the check stations, so that is good. We are suppose to get there at 10pm. do you really think you will tee off at 6;27 or is that when you will get to the course?

have a nice weekend and stay out of trouble.

Long time, no blog.

Not much has happened. Had a couple of tournaments. Nothing exciting.

Today: woke up, took a shower, fed the dogs and fish, fixed lunch, had breakfast and came to school. So far boring, right?

1st period aerobics, 2nd and 3rd period Personal fitness. Bad kids not there. Boring, right?

4th period-watching Lucey's class so that I can go to arizona to see the Big KP play golf.

Afterschool: some people are coming in to do make up.

golf: We are at the driving range today.

tomorrow morning--Lewis river in the rain. We are leaving school at 5:30am. Shotgun at 8am. that means that we will be home fairly early. they like to stop at Burgerville ( the closest thing to In and Out). It will be an early morning, but Kristin and I will stop at Dutch Bros. That will save the day.

HOpe you get everything figured out.

MOM

Glad you get to hit on Saturday. You can work on your tan at the same time.

Sorry to hear that you missed both scores by 2. You can do it next time. As soon as you pass, you can sign up for that class.

this morning we took two cars. Kristin had team bonding after practice at Applebees. It went well.

Classes went well today. This is a good day, a B day. Only have one Personal Fitness class on this day. Women's wt. Training was good and Aerobics was ok.

Signed Kristin up for the SAT. Sending scores to ISU, St. Martins, Seattle University and the Clearing house. It will be interesting to see where she ends up. She might even end up in California.

Practice was at the range today. chipped until it started to rain. then they hit a medium bucket of balls.

After practice went to the bank, then to get gas.

Came home, got the mail, did a load of wash, and downloaded pics.

Now fixing my dinner. Tried to wait for your dad, but it's getting too late.

Sorry you only have one class tomorrow. Stay out of trouble.

MOM

I know it has been awhile. This is easier to do from school.

got mack on sunday. It was nice to see the puppies. they have a new friend. Katelyn's mini schnauzer and lexi are best buds. maddie like katelyn's dad.

Monday: had to come to school. Taught two classes then went out to Ilahee. All 7 teams were there. Redmond beat WS by 1 stroke and we beat Sprague by 5. Too close for comfort. I know we can compete with the top two teams. We JUST need to play GOLF.

Scores: Kate 99, Kristin 103, soph Linton 112, Kaci 116, jr 115. We have a lot of room for improvement.

We got off the course around 6:30 but had to wait for a parent to pick up one of the girls. She went out to Creekside. the girls ended up riding back to school with us. Got home finally about 8pm.

Kristin was really upset with the way she played. I think she was a little psyched out with playing with a sr. who is going to New Mexico State next year and Ashlee pickerall. What is frustrating is that I know that she can play better then that. She and Kate are going to work around the green today then go and play the back.

today, I have 4 or 5 people qualifying for the tournament on thursday. It is raining so we will see how that turns out.

after practice, i will go to the store and get FOOD. haven't shopped sicne we got back and the cupbords are pretty bare. costco on sat.

Hope you are having a good time and I'm sure you are looking forward to Phoenix on Sat.

MOM

Kristin's bedroom in teh new place.

View from the room

The wind is starting to die down. We didn't need to use the air conditioning today.

got up this morning, watched the Sports Reporters and had oatmeal for breakfast.

Hit balls in the wind. It felt good to hit off of solid ground instead of muck on the course. Went to Lumpy's but not for long. That lady thta sold you your clubs still works there.

Went to Costco. Your dad got some Crown and your sister got some already made popcorn and her movie. she is not going to watch it until tonight when it is dark.

Went to visit Fitx at his place. I like ours alot better.

Came home and ate lunch. Your sister was in her room working on Borreson's paper for a long time and I sat on the balcony catching some reys. Your dad came out for awhile but got bored. (what's new). He went in and parked it on the couch. I think he is listening to BB. I'm in the bed room doing this and surfing.

We have tee times for Tues. and Wed. Tuesday, we are at Cimmeron at 11am and Wed. we are at the Classic Club at 9am. We are going to try and get on at Tahquitz tomorrow. By the time you read this I will know what we are doing for sure.

Tonight is Mexican food nite. The usual spot, but I'm sure inside.

I want the wind to die down so that I can go outside, NOW!

Hope you had a great trip. Have fun in the morning. Will you walk during the practice round with your team?

Love You.

Kristin got her computer. It's a pretty Red one. You should have heard her screaming when she saw it on her bed. haha.

Yesterday it was showery at the tournament. Your sister and Kate tied for first with ashly P. and the young O'Sulliavn. they were pissed that they didn't beat them. they got first because they had the two best holes.

Got home and had dinner, took a bath and watched NCIS and AI.

Your dad went to bed early.

Today: teach, the bug guy coming this afternoon so I will be home until practice, A swim meeting downtown and probably do more packing for vacation. The weather is suppose to be good down there.

My couple of days has not been as exciting as yours. I hope everything works out for you.

Stay in touch.

MOM

YOUR SISTER GETTING EXCITED ABOUT PALM SPRINGS.

YOUR DAD GROVIN' OUT!

It has been a quiet few days.

Friday: School as usual, no practice as usual. Went to Costco and bought your dad's ipod. We gave it to him that night and have spent the last couple of days downloading things. Couldn't download anything form the other computer because we would need an upgrade and it was going to take 19 hrs. Your sister used her flash drive.

Saturday: Didn't do much. Took the puppies to get bueatified, bought treats, went to the bank and Costco again for snacks for the big trip.

Came home and did nothing but read. TV sucked. Picked up the puppies at 3. Dad and Kritin had Costco pizza for dinner and I had left over chicken from the night before.

Today: Didn't play golf because of the weather. Went to borders so that Kristin could buy a book. Then went to Macy's and she bought two bras. It only cost $32.00. Not bad. Also bought dad the cover for his ipod.

Came home had a little lunch, watched golf, played guitar hero and had dinner. Now I'm doing this.

So, as you can see, not alot happened. Oh yeah, I packed my swim suits, shorts, and some shorts. We will be ready to go on Friday.

That's it for now. Have a good day tomorrow. Don't over sleep your alarm.

Mom

Scores from today: Kristin 49, Kate 51, Kaci 53, Kelli (kaci's sis) 56, then I had KC Weeks sister shoot a 55 but she is not ready to play 18 holes, then went 57 (i think she cheated), Frosh 59, 60 then a 71 (frosh and her best). OK but we will get better. Your sister had a little attitude today, but we will work thru it.



Today wa an A day and my least favorate day ( 2 frosh classes). I have a couple of kids that are not my favorite, but I worked thru it.



Your sister went and hit range balls during 4th period.



Had a girl qualify but left before everyone was done. She will not be playing Tuesday, but she can play in the first CVC tournament. A senior will get to go instead and she will be happy.



No other news.



The puppies are sitting next to your dad. they get a hair cut on Saturday.

Sorry I didn/t finish but the computer turned off on me.

Talk to you soon.

MOM

Good pic on facebook. I will get another one soon that will be a skinnier me. I don't look toooo fat in that one.

Very cold this morning. Under 30 degrees. got warmer, but the wind came up and it still feels chilly outside.

School went well. Starting to count down the days until warm weather.

Practice at the driving range today. Actually chipped quite a bit first. First decent day to practice. Then went to hit balls.

Came home. Waiting for your dad. He had a massage today at 4pm. He will come home groggy and a little sore. He really needed it. He is really ready for PS.

Are you guys going to get outside for awhile to practice? That will be a good thing.

AI tonight. I don't think anything else is on so I will probably watch it.

Tomorrow, we have qualifying for the first two Tournaments. The one next week I get to take 6. It is a scramble tournament at OGA. It will be fun. Our next tournament will be the Monday we get back from Spring Break. Everyone is there again like when you played. McKay only has 1 girl and North has 4. I don't know about the rest. I think West has 10.

Have a great day, and have a good sleep in.

MOM

Sorry I didn't blog yesterday. I was really busy.

Came to school in the snow. It never stuck, just was a nusense. We got over it.

School was fine. Had Women's Weights, Aerobics and a Personal Fitness class. All went well. I like that day because it is my best PF class.

golf practice was cold. Spent some time in the pro shop putting when it was hailing/ snowing. We went back out and chipped some.

Had my methods class last night and went over teaching stratigies and how to use them in PE. there were 9 of Marzano's. Have you gone over those at all yet. It's the big buzz in education right now.

Went home, had a quick tuna salad and went to the SAY Golf meeting. Picked up $500 for the golf team.

Went home, got on the computer and cleaned up the e-mail. Your dad was freaking out about all of the e-mails from facebook. I am out of control according to him.

Today. is going to be just another day. School, practice (team scramble), parent meeting, home. Your dad has 8th grade parent night so he will be home later.

Hope you have or had a great day (by the time you read this) HOpe fitz went well.

Stay in touch.

MOM

Got my glasses back.

Friday: no kids at school. at 9am, the dr' office called and said they found my glasses. I was a happy camper and your dad called me lucky. Went to McKay in the afternoon for an inservice. That evening we went to the boys playoff B game. They lost so they are out.

Saturday: Went shopping for new jeans. Got jeans and a belt. Will get to wear them some time. Dad and I visited Rachel to get out hair cut. After Kristin got off work, you know where we went for dinner. Came home and changed the clocks.

This morning: woke up early. It was cold. The golf course had a delay. We decided not to lay since it was rather cold. fixed stew for the crock pot. That's what dad and Kristin are having for dinner. Have not done a thing all day. Finished a book. Going to pick up some paperbacks before the trip. Watched golf and doing this. Your dad put some stuff on the grass before the snow.

TV sucks. Last night we couldn't find a thing and now it sucks too.

Only two more weeks until warm sunshine. I can hardly wait.

The puppies are working on their siesta skills right now. They have been doing that all day except for an occasional walk outside to poop. What's new.

The girls BB team ended up 5th at state. They got hardware. That is neat. Most of the girls on that team are jrs.

have a nice evening and talk to you some time.

MOM

I lost my glasses at the Dr. office today and I went back and they didnt have them. I will call them tomorrow morning to see if they found them.

today was uneventful. All three of us were at the Dr.'s today. Kristin has the bug, but no medicine will help. I went to the dermatology clinic and you know that I can now get a better tan than you. Your dad went in this afternoon for his throat and they are treating him for strep throat although he doesn't actually have it.

Went to practice this afternoon. Putted for about 5 min. but it was so cold that I bought them hot cocoa and we went over rules, and picked out team shirts. They will be black this year.

fixed dinner when I got home. Your dad went to some awards night tonight. I am watching the season finish of Burn Notice and doing this. Your sister is in the family room watching tv. Lexi is with me and Maddie is with her. I think Lexi just farted.

good luck on your test. have a great weekend.

MOM

Here are the scores for today: Kristin 49 with 3 triples, kate: 54, kaci: 59 (with a 10 on 9), had two 53's a 56 and the rest were higher. Made the cut today. The girl that got cut is going out for track. everyone is happy.

We haven't talked about your sister visiting yet. We will get to that.

Dad was at a meeting all day today.

Kristin only went to two classes because she still doesn't feel good. I taught all day, just like usual.

the puppies are driving your dad up the wall. they are fighting over his lap. Maddie won and lexi is on his side.

I have no kids in school on Friday. Grading day, but I have to go to McKay in the afternoon for an inservice. I will fall asleep.

Saturday night we are going to Outback for dinner. Yahoo.

Your sister has to get both of those days off if she want to go. she needs to take care of that before we make a final decision.

That's it for today. Nice talking to you. Stay out of trouble.

MOM

NOt much has happened. We played golf yesterday and had to enter the scores. They are taking them again. JOY!

Been lazy here. Your sister and dad are not feeling really great.

today we lucked out with tryouts. It was 57 and sunny. Here are the scores: Kate 48, Kristin 50 ( she is really sick), Kaci 57, her sister 59. then we went 63, 65, 66, 69, 73, 81, 92. Wow.

Came home and fixed your dad and sister a BLT and tomato soup. Now your dad is eating frozen cookie dough and Kristin is upstairs getting ready to go to bed. She took Nyquil and it will kick in soon. She might just go to 2 periods tomorrow then come home and sleep before she plays in the afternoon.

HOpe you are having a nice evening.

Talk to you later.

MOM

I was only called a "B" once today. He was one or Cleary's kids and wasn't where he was suppose to be.



last few days have been hectic. On Monday, rain went away just in time for practice. We putted forever. Had willamette Methods class after that.



tuesday: Stayed pretty dry during practice. Did a couple putting drills that Dave had given you a couple of years ago and the winners got treats. We chipped at a bucket on the greeen and that went fairly well. Went home and had to do pictures for the seniors before the awards night at 6pm. It was only about two hours long. got the whip, flowers, and $30 at Outback. Your dad and I will eat well some evening. Got home just in time for Leverage. That was about the same time your dad got home too.

today we are going to the driving range to see how everyone hits the ball. After that, your dad and I have a SAY golf meeting at 6pm. Who knows how long that will last.

Nice talking to you. Can't wait to talk to your dad tonight.

MOM

I am exhausted. When I got home your dad and sister asked me if I had looked at my eyes. I have HUGE dark circles. Let me tell you why. I woke up at 4:45. Actually, it was alot earlier. I froze last night. Your dad and the puppies had all of the covers. I woke up at 1 and really never went back to sleep.

Left school at 6am this morning. Both Erika and I drove. Got to Troutdale at 7am and dropped the team off at Shari's while I went to my coaches meeting. Went back to pick them up.

Didn't swim real well. Alot of people were slower today, not just Salem-Keizer people. Allison ended up 7th in the 200 IM and the girl's 200 free relay endied up 9th. they beat South again. Yahoo. That was their main goal.

Went to California Pizza Kitchen on the way home. (Can't wait to go in Palm Springs. I'm sure I will be thinking of you.) We each ordered a different pizza and shared. I brought some BLT pizza home for your dad for dinner. He Liked that. Your sister had a Chicken Pot Pie.

NOw we are sitting on the couch and your dad is at McKay for a basketball game. The puppies were growling at each other until they got a treat.

Have to go back to school tomorrow. That is going to be hard. The girls are excited to practice one more day.

Glad Dave asid that he needs you. That should make you feel good. You must really be hitting the ball well compared to everyone else.

Get healthy and have fun this weekend. I can't wait to hear how Alex plays.

MOM

Right now, your dad hs two puppies. Maddie is on his lap and Lexi is right next to him. He is very warm.

Right now, your sister is in my bedroom watching TV. I don't kow what she is watching.

Right now, I am doing this.

No butt holes today. My sub gets those tomorrow. I won't miss that at all.

Tomorrow morning, we are leaving at 5:55am to head up to state. I will drop them off at Shar's in Troutdale to eat breakfast, go to a coaches meeting then go and pick them back up. Meet actually begins at 9:30. It will be over by 1:20, then we are going to California Pizza Kitchen. The one we took you and D to. I should be home around 4.

Your dad still has a puppy on his lap. Your sister is still watching tv and I'm still doing this.

The weather has been very nice. 56 today. Kristin went to the driving range and said that she hit the ball well.

Your dad still has puppies, your sister is still watching tv and I'm still doing this.

No other news. Have you heard about your test schores yet?

puppies, tv, this.

Love

MOM

Day ws just ok today. First period I had a girl tell me that it was buul shit that I didn't let her wear a cami in PE which caused her to have two unexcused non dress. Wrote a referral. @nd period--told me something was f-----up because he didn't try to do a pull up. He got on the f---ing chair and that ws effort enough. Sent him to inschool suspension. 3rd period, my gang bangers were not here and that was a good thing.

The prep went better, but I really didn't do a whole lot. Actually cleaned up my desk a bit. Tomorrow, I have to write lesson plans since I won't be threr Thursday because of state.

Practice went well.

Ran over to Willamette after practice to see if we could practice there tomorrow. Yes, we get to.

Your sister went to the putting green and called after a half hour saying she was done. I asked her if she chipped. She stayed longer. It ws her early release day today. It is time for golf to start so she cannot come home early.

Your dad is at school for a make-up game with Redmond girls. He should be home by 8pm.

That's it for now. Hope you had a good day.

MOM

Here it is.

Saturday ws a good swimming day. The girls 200 free relay shocked South Salem. They thought they had it in the bag. Guess what? They didn't and we won. the boys 200 free relay swam really well and won too. Pizza King and Keroke was fon but they were not very nice to us. We willnot go back there.

Sunday: Played golf. I should never do that after sitting at a swim meet for two days. Played like crap but it was a nice day to walk and be out there. Came home and did nothing but sit out on the patio in shorts and a sweatshirt. The puppies loved that. Your sis and dad had eggs and bacon for dinner and I had broiled cod. Went to bed really early. Was very tired.

Today: Had practice at 10am. The kids had played commando last night so they were a little sore. Didn't do too much, just stretched them out.

Came home, had lunch, then your dad and I went to costoc (after he helped you) and the store. After that, we came home, I read a little and took a nap. Your dad watched "The Greatest Game Ever Played" Whe I woke up, started watching NCIS and am doing that now. Waiting for The Closer at 6pm (our time).

Tonight as soon as I finish this, we are having chicken.

HOpe you had a nice weekend. Stay in touch.

The puppies miss you.

MOM

Good morning. It has been awhile and still not much has happened. Right now each puppy is on one side of me, sleeping on the couch. Your sister is upstairs doing something and your dad is playing golf.



Yesterday was quite eventful. Almost everyone had best times. One girl didn't because she was sicker than a dog and for some reason two of my girl butterfliers didn't swim well. It was the first time for both of them at district.



The boys dropped alot of time. Burger swam well holding back in both the 200 and 500. Katelyn Lindsey moved up to 6th in both the 200 and 500. You know about Kraig. Mrs. Bello's junior daughter, who almost didn't make the team dropped 7 sec. in her 100 back and made it to the consols. I told the relays to cruise since they only had to get in the top six, so if they don't false start, they will have some great swims. I had a freshman boy go a 24.99 and another, although he lost the swim off go a 25.15. Looks good for the future.



Today after the meet, we are going to Pizza King in Albany for a team dinner and Kareoke. Everyone is really looking forward to that.



If anyone makes it, we will go to state next thursday. I think that is as far as we are going to get. I don't think that we will make it back to the finals.



Looks like the boys will end up third and the girls 5th. That's ok.



tomorrow is golf day and I don't know what we will do on Monday.



Golf starts next Monday and I have a meeting on Wed. Let's see how many girls I have this year. I have 9 tournaments set up and can have one more. Don't know hwo many frosh are trying out, but hopefully a few.

I had to take a time out just now because the computer turned off because of updates. I hate that.

I'm going to put your dad's new Fray album on his ipod. I think I'm going to get him a new one for our anniversery. He doesn't have much room.

Have a great weekend.

MOM

Not much has happened.

Yesterday there was a sub for Cleary so I was in charge of uniforms and locks. Made the day go fast. Practice was good.

this morning, Kristin and I had to take in the little car. Something is wrong with the radiator. It leaks. Since we did that, I got to school late and I have felt behind all day. Practice was good again today.

Tonight, Kristin and I had shrimp salad. Your dad is at a boys basketball game. He is not looking forward to it. they are not playing too well.

Puppies want to see their Katie.

That's it.

MOM

Thought I would blog today. I blogged on Friday, but Idon't know if you saw it.

Mot much has been going on here either. Yesterday we had the JV District at Willamette. Everything went well. The meet took a little over two hours. After that, the varisty kids that wanted to, worked on starts and relay starts. I was out of there by 4pm.

Came home last night and fixed boneless pork chops and augraten potatoes (for your dad).

Took a bath and read a book. Your dad started Eagle Eye.

This morning, the puppies work up really early. Your dad got up with them. Had breakfast, worked on the computer and played an hour of guitar hero.

Your dad got to play golf.

Had a swim meeting at 1pm. Scored out the meet and right now the girls are 5th and the boys are 3rd. Could be interesting. Hope everyone is healthy. Right now, Kraig is really sick.

Right now, your dad is at The Ram meeting with some SAY Golf people. When he gets home I will fix Kristin and him soup and sandwiches. I'm going to have brioled chicken and a salad. I found a new dressing, Newman's Light Honey Mustard. It is good.

Tomorrow is busy. School, without Cleary in the lockerroom. Her sub is male. I hate it when we are handing out uniforms. Have a golf meeting, then a SAY Golf meeting. Don't know if I will be able to blog tomorrow night.

HOpe you did well on your Physics test.

Take care of Dylan and don't get the crud again.

See you April.

MOM

Thought I would do this now. don't know when I will have time again.

Not much has gone on. We are in the middle of our taper. Alot of people are getting sick. Kraig missed practice yesterday and I haven't seen him today.

Wedensday, we actually had dinner together. don't remember what we had, just that we were all home together.

Thursday after practice, your sister dropped me off at H&R block so that we could do taxes. You got the call from us, but since we make so much it didn't matter. got home rather late, had dinner, took a bath and went to bed. we did watch Burn Notice while eating.

Today, classes were fine. Your sister is in here studying since she has release. She is really waiting for me to go to the bank so that she can surf the web. After the bank, I need to go see rich to sset up a tournament in May.

Tonight after practice, we are having a spghetti feed in the cafeteria. some of the swimmers will go to the girls BB game against sprague. Could be a good game.

Tomorrw is the JV district meet at Willamette. It starts at 1pm, rthen on sunday I have the seeding meeting for district. I don't get to play golf that day. Oh well.

As soon as Dave knows where you are staying for conference let me know so that I can try to stay close to you. Maybe we can do some more shopping.

Hope you have a nice weekend. Get healthy and stay out of trouble.

MOM

Sorry about not blogging. Been pretty busy with a swim meet on Tuesday.

Sunday: played golf and watched the Super Bowl. Fitz came over and had some cheese sticks, nacho's and lasgana. Your dad is still feeling the effects of the dinner.

Monday: the start of a new semester. It went well. 1st period is loaded. Too many girls for the lockerroom. Couldn't hand out all of the locks until tomorrow. Needed to find laces to put them. Swim practice went well. got everything figured out for district. Things fell into place, so alot of people get to go.

Tuesday: Second day of new classes. It went ok today. Also had the Winter Court assembly today. I stayed in my office to get stuff done for the swim meet. We left for the meet at 12:40. I ate my lunch on the bus. We swam North today and won. Alot of people got first who usually don't. It was neat to see them excited.

Now I am writing this and watching Leverage. It is one of your dad's favorite shows. He cannot watch it because he is at McNary at a WS boy's basketball gime. I have no idea what Kristin is watching.

Your dad and I have to be at Creekside tomorrow morning at 6am. I never want to hear about you getting up early, and tell Ally to chill about an 8am class.

Do you know where you are playing golf this weekend? Who all is going?

Good luck on your tests and stay out of trouble.

MOM

UPDATE

thought I would update over the last couple of days and what is going on today.

Thursday: 3rd of 4 days of finals. Things went well.

Swim meet: we beat West in both boys and girls. West did not have their best girl so it would have been closer but I think we still would have won. The boys won big. I have 8-9 boys that can now go under at 1:00. That hasn't happened in awhile. As you know, your sister went a 6:55 and got 4th. She only needs 2.5 pts to letter.

Friday: last day of finals. Everything went well. after school, I had to clean out the locker room. Cleary had to go to Redmond so I was on my own. She did do alot before she left.

Practice went well. Kaylie Bahnsen's mom made cookies, so we had cookie Friday. Taper starts Monday.

After practice, I brought your sister home, she took a quick shower, the went to a friends night for a sleep over. I took her over there and just heard from her a little bit ago.

Saturday: Your dad is interviewing at a Salem-Keizer job Fair until around noon. I'm doing this and did bills. I will also work on swimming stuff until your dad gets home. I have to pick up your sister pretty soon.

After your dad gets home, we are going to the Outlet mall so I can get some new workout shoes. I need them bad. Then, we sill stop off at Costco before we come home.

Kristin has to work today at 1pm. Lst wekk, Larry let her stay until 4pm just to get paid more. He is too nice to you guys.

Hope you are feeling better. Have a nice day. How are your classes going? Did Dylan's parents feel the earthquake yesterday?

Hit 'em long and straight.

MOM

Blogging now before practice. It is easier.

today was day 2 finals. I actually wore jeans to school because I was in the classroom giving written finals both periods.

Had another make up day today after school and one boy came. He needed to finish the fitness test.

I saw your dad here at 1pm. He had an asst. prin. meeting. He seemed to be a happy camper. He won't get home until late tonight because he is going out for drinks for Mrs. Perez, I think.

Your sister went out for a team lunch again today. Mexican.

Getting ready for practice. Actually, I was ready this morning.

tonight, potato soupwith summer sausage in it and sandwiches for the two and I'm going to have a tuna salad.

Weather is ok, a little wet.

tomorrow morning I have my blood drawn to see how my cholesterol is. Cannot eat after 8pm. will be ready for breakfast after that tomorrow.

Hope you had a good day.

MOM

Thought I would do this now while I'm waiting to go to practice.

Uneventful last couple of days. Yesterday was a full regular day. Everything went off without a hitch. After practice I had the MAT methods class, then went and picked up medicine ag Walgreens. Went home, ate dinner, took a bath and watched most of the Closer. Only fell asleep a couple of times.

Today is the start of finals. did a step off in my first class, then had prep. I had a few kids come in to make up their fitness test.

Your sister went to lunch with the team.

after practice it is home, and dinner. Your dad is at West tonight for BB.

Not much else is going on. We will see how many are at practice tonight. They will use the excuse of finals. Oh well. they won't swim as much on Thursday.

HOpe you had a good day.

Oh yeah. We did have a little snow this morning, but I missed it.

Woke up the second time at 7:24. The first time was for the dogs.

Read the paper and had breakfast. Decided not to play golf. Had too much swim stuff to do.

Your dad went and played and I ws on the computer doing swim stuff. He played 3 holes in the snow. Shot a 81 with birdies on 15, 16.

He came home and kristin left for a lesson with Chris at 2. She got home at 2:40.

I left for the courthouse at around 3:15. I was helping a teacher learn how to swim. Before she got there, I swam 900 yards. My arms are so weak. Better start getting in the pool more.

Came home and fixed pork, augraten potatoes, corn and brocolli.

Just got out of the bath.

Doing this quick because I promised Kristin I would only be on for 15 min. I have 9 more.

MOM

Your dad having a good time. this is what you dad was like when Kristin and I came home yesterday. Having a drink and playing Guitar Hero. NOw, he wants to work on Crash Bandecute.

Yesterday, as you know, no kids, just work. Got quite a bit done. Picked up the swim team sweats. Heimie showed me how to edit my video's on the computer. I will burn a DVD and send it to you sometime.

When I got home last night, your dad decided that he wanted to go to Silverton to a girls basketball game. He just wanted to watch without doing duty. Silverton has some athletic girls. They played Lebanon who had a girl that made five 3 pointers.

This morning we tried to sleep in. the puppies got up at 5:30, so I stayed up, made coffee and got caught up on swimteam stuff. That took a couple of hours. Your dad got up around 7ish. I fixed him real Oatmeal, not the mico stuff. I have been having oatmeal almost every morning.

The puppies had an appointment at 10am. After we dropped them off, we went to Costco to pick up beer and seasonings. The beer is for a little get together. then, we went to Sports Authority. I had to pick up a new water bottle. I left the one you gave me on a school bus when we came back from Corvallis. I also got a small one. It is great for my shakes I have every day. Finally, we did our weekly shopping. Don't have to buy as much, since I only fix one meal a day for myself.

When we got home, I did laundry and vacuumed. Your dad worked outside, cleaning up the flower beds.

WE were suppose to have a hair cut at 3, but they called and asked if we could come in at 2:30. WE said sure. After that we were suppose to pick up the puppies but they weren't ready. We went to the golf club. We walked into the pro shop and Larry and Kristin were watching some dragon meeting. Only two people were on the course. He let Kristin sit there for an hour just so she could get paid. What a nice guy.

After we picked up the beautiful puppies, we came home and at 5:30 had taco's. For meat, I used the rest of the tri tip we had earlier in the week.

Now, I'm doing this. Tonight, after The game your dad is at, we are going to a get together at Mr. Jahn's house. That's what the beer is for.

Don't know if we are going to play golf tomorrow yet. It might be too cold. We will know in the morning.

That's all folks.

MOM

KRISTIN WENT A 7:00;48 TODAY. She didn't really didn't want to swim it after her 200. South beat us in the girls 121-49. We suck. The boy's lost 92-70. That was considering we worked really hard all week. I was happy with the way they competed. South's boys swam out of their heads. Let's see what happens at district.

The last couple of days have been uneventful which is just fine. The semester is winding down and everyone is ready to start the next one.

Your dad is is on the phone with Nanny. Nanny is ready to go to Reno. She wants to know if Dylan is going.

Only 6 weeks until spring break. I need that warm weather.

the puppies are fine. They get beautified on Sat.

Your dad might take me to the casino tomorrow night. I don't know.

HOpe you feel better.

MOM

Just tried to add a video. It didn't work so I will send a DVD of the video.

Not much went on today. It was butt cold this morning, but not as cold as you. By 10:15 my class was running the mile.

Had a decent practice. People are really tired and losing interest. It"s probably because it is close to final time.

Kristin and I came home and I had a shrimp salad for dinner. She had shrimp waton soup that we picked up at Costco. she likes everything but the broth. It looked like it didn't have much taste.

Your dad is at West Linn for a girl's basketball game. Your sister is doing math homework and I'm doing this. When I am done, I will start to figure out the line-up for South on thursday.

Glad everything turned out ok for teh first tournament.

Have a good day.

Mom

Thanks for sharing the pictures. It really looked beautiful.

Saturday: spent the whole day in Corvallis at the swim meet. Everyone swam really well. Eventhough we were at the bottom of the barrel of teams the kids were excited. WE got home around 9:30 after having the bus stop at Burgerville. Your dad picked us up and the puppies were in the car with him. Your dad played golf with Cross, Gahr, and Ward. He lost $6.00.

Sunday: Played golf, but didn't tee off until after 10. There was a frost delay. Your dad was the big winner at chips. He also had a birdie and had to buy drinks. After that we sent to costco. The yhouse was pretty empty of food. Bought some real nice pork loin steaks. They were on sale with the coupons. We will get four meals out of it. I can eat it on my diet. Because of my diet your sister and dad are eating better too.

Monday: Had swim practice at 7:30am. Had 33 there, and they worked hard. Went home and had breakfast, then went to the golf course to stand around until the frost delay was lifted. We teed off around 11:30. OUr original tee time was at 10:52. We were the third ones off. Larry moved us in front of the men's club. Yahoo. After golf and the drind donated by Fitz, we went to the store. For dinner we had tri-tip (from Costco), I had a salad, and your dad and Kristin had au graten potatoes left over from last night.

This week, we only have three more days of school. Grading day is Friday although, finals are the next week. Make up week for the week we missed for the snow.

Have a great day.

MOM

Yahoo! It's the weekend (eventhough I have to spend it at a swim meet tomorrow)

Today was a good day, just because it was Friday. Classes went well. Most of the TURDS were gone today. That always makes for a good day.

We had fun at practice today. I made mini teams in Nov. so today they were in those mini teams in their lanes. It was pick the set out of the hat day. I had sculling sets, corkscrew, one foot up, butterfly arms breast kick, dog paddle and stuff like that. they had fun. They got to go off the rope too. I guess I'm getting to be a soft touch. I figured that since they have been working hard is was time for a break.

Tonight, your dad is in Redmond at a basketball game, with the boys Ithink.

Tomorrow, Kristin and I are going down for Corvallis for a huge Invite. We will be luck if we get anyone in the finals. Should get some in the consols. Your dad is playing golf with Gahr and Cross.

On Sunday, the three of us are playing golf and hopefully going to costco.

On Monday, we have practice at 7:30am, then are playing golf at 10:52. Your sister is working on Monday. She swithced with Cole. (He quit his job up at woodburn because they were not nice to him).

HOpe you have fun this weekend. Please be careful.

We love you.

MOM

Sorry I didn't blog last night. didn't even get on the computer when I got home.

Not much happened yesterday. Talked to Maghan about my pot smoker. Had to susspend one of my swimmers for today's meet because he got another referral. It was a deal we had with his mom.

Classes went fine. swimming went fine. It was music Wedensday at practice.

Your dad fixed taco's last night and it was ready by the time we got home from practice.

Tonight, we swim Sprague at 5pm. the boy's should win and the girls will lose. We are not real good, but they work really hard.

Looks like qualifying will be much better than in Buhl. a weekend in Boise. that will work.

Have a great day.

MOM

Waiting For American Idol so I thought I would do this. Watching 2 1/2 men.

This morning, I was on a tear. First, I was pissed becuase my computer took over 20 min. to come on, then I finally turned it of at the power source and turned it back on. Then, I hit Maghan about my assistant coaches being paid out of my club account. Finally, I talked to Carla about the SAY golf payment for our saleries from last year.

Later, I found out I was tow out of three. The payment from SAY Golf came in and the computer wiz is installing a new hard drive for me tomorrow. The only thing that I didn't hear about wasa the assistant coach thing. Not bad.

Practice was great. the kids worked hard and had good attitudes. I think I have lost one boy for three weeks because he got caught smoking dope during lunch. NO biggie. Just a JV kid that can be used for an example.

Your dad is at school for a basketball game against South. If it gets ugly, he will come home early.

I think your sister had a good day.

the puppies had a good day. they ate as soon as we got home.

have a great day tomorrow.

MOM

Bloging now. Won't have time tonight.

Got up this morning as usuall. Found out that your old appt. is empty. You could of had the whole place to yourself.

this morning was uneventful. Took my glasses in and deposited your check. oh yeah, your sister is wearing mascarra today. Must be a boy thing.

tought 1st and 3rd, had cream of tomato soup for lunch, had a fight with my computer (which I won) and now doing this. Have one more class to teach.

Practice will be good today. Will work them hard.

tonight, after we get home have to eat a quick meal, then off to the SAY Golf meeting.

tomorrow is your dad's b-day and will celabrate sometime. he has supervision.

Hope you had a good day at school. Wow, is Ally going to be able to get up that early every morning?

MOM