Jeff and Sara's wedding reception-Minnesota

These are actually from last April.  I had some camera problems, but now they are OK.  We were hoping for nice weather as we planned on utilizing the back yard, where we have room.  Of course it was raining and cold, so we made do.  All the decorations were packing materials from furniture, so I was quite pleased the way they turned out.  I had many friends from church help me decorated.  We had a chocolate fountain that was a  hit, and of course the beautiful wedding cake made by Joni.  I am happy all went well.  It was a great day!

Cycling

Discovered a new trail today.  I started at  the Big River Trail in Mendota Hgts, but instead of biking to Harriett Island, I took the trail to Minnehaha Falls, cycling  on the Mendota Bridge.  The trail brings you close to Fort Snelling and as I was passing the Fort Snelling Chapel,  the bells were ringing.  Very nice.  It was so fun to try a new trail.  It was only 10,5 miles round trip.  I plan on exploring more trails.  It was so fun!

A little late........

This is from last April 9, 2011 in Idaho Falls.  Jeff and Sara were sealed in this temple.  The day was a little chilly, but beautiful.  Everything went well for Jeff and Sara.  May they have many blessed moment in their life.

Insurance!!!! Grrrrr!!!!!

Well, we had our yearly renewal insurance meeting at work today, for dental, health, and life.  Sticker Shock!  My insurance will be raising $140.00 per month.  It is kind of  hard to swallow.  I was feeling underpaid already and this is just plain insanity.  Why does health insurance have to be so high?  I will be going to paying $710.00/month to $ 850.00./month. Ouch.  If I had children on my policy it would be $1500.00/month.

HOT!!!!

We broke a record today.  We reached 103 degrees!  We are the hottest place in the nation.  Roads are buckling, tires are blowing out and I am staying inside.  I always have projects inside to do.

Recovering!

Made it to work for two days, with three more this week.  It is nice to be back on a schedule and be able to work.  I find I get tired easily, especially today.  I need to use wisdom.  It is nice to be on the road to recovery!  ONWARD!

Today!

Made it to sacrament meeting.  Felt so good.  I am now starting to feel frustrated and a little angry so I know that I will be feeling better soon.  (My pattern)  I long to bike the trails, walk outside and go to Minnehaha Falls.  My very chubby body is looking forward to these activities also.  Today, will be a bittersweet day of visiting many of our family gravesites.  It is a tradition that my parents instilled in me at a young age.  I feel so bound by this tradition and I am glad that I have it!  ONWARD!

The Veggie Garden Is In!

Well, with all the prednisone I have been taking, I have lots of energy, even though I need to be careful.  As of today, the garden is in.  Already growing was potatoes, spinach, lettuce, onions, garlic and sweet peas.  Now sweet corn is planted, some sunflowers, green beans, tomatoes, multi colored bell peppers, zucchini, cucumbers, canteloupe and butternut squasch.  It is so nice to have the garden fenced in, Thanks Jeff.  I was able to use our compost which looked great and added some cow manure.  I feel we will be having the best garden ever.  I also have some grape vines  that are starting to sprout, and blueberries and rhubarb.  What a good feeling it is to have this completed!

Joy or boredom?

Well, it seems I will be out for the week.  I tried to do a few errands and found myself out of breath.  I do feel better, but my impatience side is kicking in.  SO!  I  am going to pretend this is a vacation of doing what I want with lots of rest.  Doesn't sound half bad.  ONWARD!

Asthma cont..............

Well, it has been a week and sometimes I don't feel any better.  I found out yesterday at the dr. that my oxygen levels on wednesday were down to 88 and they almost put me in the hospital.  I am now at 94 which is better.   I need to get to 96.  I feel like I have energy  maybe one hour a day.  This is the pits.  I went to pick up my car yesterday and talk with my boss, and it wiped me out for the evening.  I am on every med that can be taken.  I have gained ten pounds from all these meds, so I feel good and crummy at the same time.  I know that this wil not be forever, but at times it seems that way.  All I want is to get on my bike and cycle down to Harriett Island.  Not today, but maybe tomorrow.  ONWARD!