Where did summer go?

Summer it is such a vague memory at this point......so is Autumn! Oh well we are well into fall and should be preparing for the holidays.....but at this point who cares. We have been helping Mac foster kittens all summer, again the housework is low on the totem pole. We keep the laundry up and Joe and I have spent as many glorious days as possible this summer in McCall. Joe and I laid the kitchen floor in McCall, he sawed and I hammered, it is absolutely gorgeous! Mac and I traveled to Portland for an interview, and then Mom, Stomie and I traveled back to Portland for Uncle Bobby's and Aunt Evelyn's 50th wedding anniversary. Uncle Bobby was in all his glory having so many family members present. It was such fun to see all the cousins and hear about their lives. We decided to take some extra time for dining and site seeing this trip. Stomie has always wanted to see Mary Hill Museum along the Columbia so we headed over the river for the winding drive up the hill. Found some great peaches along the way. The museum and the history behind the museum was very interesting. Over 100 chess games are on display in the basement. We toured the Pittock Mansion and the Japanese gardens also while in Portland. We found a great Sushi place near our hotel and dined on Oysters on the half shell at Jake's Crawfish restaurant the oldest restaurant in Portland. Thank goodness for the Garmin which took us anywhere our hearts desired, including a late night visit to Baskin Robbins. Ten days later I had a work trip to Idaho Falls and Swan Valley so Mom and Stomie tagged along and we were able to see Aunt Fumi in her assisted living facility. Joe and I just continue to plug along to retirement, and consider the fact that we are blessed with great children, family and healthy lives. I know I have missed a couple of birthdays but will eventually get caught up, hope none of you are in a hurry because I definitely am not....life is way to short to get stressed.

As you have probably read on Mac's site we lost our little Bailee two weeks ago. Will post in her memory soon.