Applekin 2013

It was a huge success. We didn't make it through all the apples we had acquired, but still got well over 60 gallons of juice. The activities were fun. I made the kids dance for their cakes and we choose their names out of a pumpkin head one at a time to get their cake. We had a sawdust dig with candy, toys and money.
The Lip Sync was fun. I think H. was declared the winner, but I wouldn't have been able to choose. My favorite part was the impromptu telling of scary stories in the trailer. there were evil butterflies, dinosaurs, sharks etc. I learned to be careful at home while I am naked or a monster might see my butt.

My personal favorite- The Shaggy Monster Cake

The Eyes Have It

Witch legs

People did do a lot of work!

C had a dance, but we sure loved seeing their costumes.

Sonny and Cher

Celine

Greased Lightning

The best entertainment ever

This Takes The Cake

I have been taking a cake decorating class. It's something I have always been interested in doing. It was only $10.00...then all the nickel and diming began, but I am having a riot. I want to take all four courses.

First night. All the supplies.

Finished cookies. No, someone didn't take a bite of the cookies. They just broke apart. 

My classmates. I am enjoying getting to know them. I think I remember their names, but I told them I wouldn't publish them. They are very fun people.

This weeks project. 

In process...good thing you can't see my mistakes. This is going to take practice!

Finished product. Sunday's dessert.

My instructor. She is fantastic. I am learning a lot.
Nest week-cupcakes and Chrysanthemum flowers. 

Treasure Hunters

I spent a thoroughly wonderful day with some great treasure hunters. Topaz and Agate were our intended prizes. It was a wonderfully fulfilling day. We hope to go again next spring and camp over night.

Jumping right into it.

I found my treasure.

Showing off the bags,

Swinging the bags...Big D couldn't wait around for a picture.

L filled his bag to the brim.

Big D useing his jacket to look for treasure.

The tow-det came along also. 

Can you spot the treasure hunters?

A little of the booty.(Arrgh we be pirates)

We found the best pieces in the road!

Sports Shots

I took some of my handsome grandsons outside one evening and let them run, tumble and perform. Here are the great shots. To get a truly great feel for the shots you need to 'flick' through them. I love these guys so much. Who knew boys were so fun? It is even better when my job isn't to discipline but to pass out the goodies and hugs.

I wish I could have added the whole series. I love  you guys!

Showering Lacey

We had a tremendous party for Lacey. Thank you to her sisters for providing a place to party. She got some great gifts. I am so excited for grandbaby number 10!

Loved the decorations

What a lot of love!

These diapers were a way for us to leave notes for Lacey to read for middle of the night feedings.

Fun people

Fun People

There's my grandbaby!

I didn't even get a picture of the wonderful food. We finished the night with the Women's Broadcast, dinner and trinkets. It was the best.