Meet Patti, my girl. Dad brought Patti to us 12 years ago, and she's absolutely the most wonderful kitty in the entire world. She waits on me to get in the bed at night then comes up and cuddles right by me. One of the best things about summer is getting to spend time in the early mornings with her outside. That's our quality time together. Patti's a cancer survivor, just like me! She's overcome skin cancer on the tips of her ears. Dad performed surgery and removed it and saved her life. Man, I got upset over thinking most of her ears were going to be amputated. But....as you can see, she looks great! Thanks, Dad!!

My New Curtains

I made these last weekend. It only took 11 years to decide on the right curtain..... ha ha
Notice my table my dad made using wood from the discarded bleachers from our gym from 1960. Pretty neat, huh?

Our Latest Project

We've painted the deck after all these years. This picture only shows half of it (fence hides the other half). After a color change (the gray color for the floor was too light-yep I did it...), we're completing it as of today. Shrubs are next.

Meet my Bobbie

Russ and I went to Madison last week to visit my grandmother, Bobbie. Her real name is Milly. But I call her Bobbie. She's a hoot! She enjoys doing her lawnwork, playing her keyboard, and watching Nancy Grace. She's up on all current events--so you better know your stuff. She's something alright....my Bobbie.....she's the cutest thing to me! Russ always tells me that whenever I need to see her, he'll take me-no matter what. She's only 2 hrs. away, but I always miss her like crazy. Love you, Bobs!

Can't wait to drive

Look at my baby driving! He's only 14, but he's a dang good driver already. Not much longer, Park.....

Celebrating Good Times

Evan found out he passed the last section of the graduation exam! We had to celebrate with oysters and shrimp at The Steamer last night with Mom and the Forrests.
Cathy made a good point during dinner. She said "Can't believe Evan eats raw oysters, but won't eat hardly any veggies". Good point, Cathy! Oh well....they never cease to amaze us. Way to go, Evan. We're all so proud of you!

Russ was enjoying the days off with no mention of the "s" word (school...shhh)

Independence Day At Our House

This was our 2nd annual July 4th bbq at our pool with the Erwins and the Forrests. The weather was great, the food was awesome and the kiddos were happy! Evan's about to get back in from lunch. Pretty hunky, huh?

My niece and nephew were trying out their underwater swimming skills. They've grown so much since last year. They're on their own now- no more swimmies.

I noticed I didn't have any July 4th decorations, so I went to work crafting the frames and garland the night before the big party.

My brother, my mom, and me before they all left. I loooove my family!

Everything's Good With Me!

Russ took me to my oncologist today for my Herceptin. I have to go every third Thursday to the chemo room and get hooked up through my port for the infusion. It doesn't hurt at all and there's no side effects. It only takes 40 min. for the drip. Russ comes back there after I get hooked up and we get to visit with our nurse buddies while I'm getting the meds. I was thinking today that I've been a patient there for 6 years now. Feels like home since we know everybody and they know us so well. I never would've dreamed going to the cancer center would be a good thing!