Our little Elise is growing like a weed. She is 18 months now. I captured some of her entertaining moments during the evening.
Story time with Grandpa Gary
Can you see the mischief in her eyes? 
Puckered up for a kiss
Saturday, November 12
Peculiar MO
We are in Peculiar MO and we arrived without incident as I always like to say. Gary came by shortly after arrival and we made our way to East Lynne where Elise resides with her parents Amanda and Brad. Susan was entertaining Elise when we pulled up but as soon as she saw her Grandpa that is where she wanted to be.
Our little Elise is growing like a weed. She is 18 months now. I captured some of her entertaining moments during the evening.
Story time with Grandpa Gary
Can you see the mischief in her eyes?
Puckered up for a kiss
Our little Elise is growing like a weed. She is 18 months now. I captured some of her entertaining moments during the evening.
Story time with Grandpa GaryCan you see the mischief in her eyes? Puckered up for a kiss
Thursday, November 10
Send off
Denise and Jack had a little sendoff for us last night that included several grown up kids from our youth. We had a great time with much laughter and shared stories. It will be great to return to our old/new circle of friends next spring.
We did not get the 4-5 inches of heavy wet snow that parts of Iowa did but we have been enclosed in our little cocoon for several days trying to conserve what heat we could. Last night and today have been the coldest thus far with the high so far standing at 39 degrees. Butch said he was tired of being a shut in and I must agree. He could not get me to agree to a walk today. Too much wind and cold.
So here we sit waiting for tomorrow to take off. We have done all the preparation. We have started the engine to make sure it is okay. We have brought up the leveling legs to make sure they will raise. Our welcome mat is picked up and stored away. The plants that I plan to save are on board.
So in the morning we will hitch up the car and go to Sparky's to fuel up, head east to Ogden then south to 141 east to pick up I-35 south and we will be on our way to warmer climes. We will have a 3 night stay in Missouri to see kids, grand kids and great grand Elise before heading on further south. I am not sure of Internet connections on the way but will write when and if I can.
We did not get the 4-5 inches of heavy wet snow that parts of Iowa did but we have been enclosed in our little cocoon for several days trying to conserve what heat we could. Last night and today have been the coldest thus far with the high so far standing at 39 degrees. Butch said he was tired of being a shut in and I must agree. He could not get me to agree to a walk today. Too much wind and cold.
So here we sit waiting for tomorrow to take off. We have done all the preparation. We have started the engine to make sure it is okay. We have brought up the leveling legs to make sure they will raise. Our welcome mat is picked up and stored away. The plants that I plan to save are on board.
So in the morning we will hitch up the car and go to Sparky's to fuel up, head east to Ogden then south to 141 east to pick up I-35 south and we will be on our way to warmer climes. We will have a 3 night stay in Missouri to see kids, grand kids and great grand Elise before heading on further south. I am not sure of Internet connections on the way but will write when and if I can.
Wednesday, November 9
Details. It is all in the details. It does take us longer to pack up and go when we have been sitting in one spot for awhile but we have been working on it and have everything in order to be ready for final approach on Friday morning. Butch is itchy. He likes to drive and is ready to be behind the wheel and headed south. I am too of course. But one of my growth things in my life is that I am 100% better about living in the moment than I was in my youth. So I am enjoying the day. The sun is shining and we went for a nice long walk this morning wearing winter coats, hats and gloves. We have all the shades pulled because it helps to keep out the cold so I am looking forward to having them open when we arrive in warmer climes.
Tonight we are meeting with friends for a drink. Tomorrow night we will be going out to supper with Leo and Keri. Saying our goodbyes for the winter. See you next spring in Iowa and if you are in Texas we will be seeing you soon.
Tonight we are meeting with friends for a drink. Tomorrow night we will be going out to supper with Leo and Keri. Saying our goodbyes for the winter. See you next spring in Iowa and if you are in Texas we will be seeing you soon.
Monday, November 7
Sunday, November 6
From Gary in Lees Summit MO
11:19 PM
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I am a long ways from where this latest earthquake happened but I felt it and knew what it was. First for me. Good thing we are far enough away to stay away from major damage. I was watching things perched up high like vases and pictures to see if they were going to topple. It's only been a few minutes from the happening but I found info on this government web site.
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