October!!

 

We are definately seeing signs of fall around. The humming birds have left. The pansies have been planted. The leaves are turning colors, and we have lots of acorns.



 

 

 

 

Princess and Patches are ready for the cold weather.

 

 

 

Visit from Joel, Nancy and Hailey

 

 

Hailey had lots of fun playing with Princess



 

 

and Patches.

 

 

 

She found a picture of a dog in the Virginia Wildlife.

 

 

 

Played with Granddaddy's hat.

 

 

 

 

Read some Curious George.

 

 

 

 

 

The rest of us had fun too! Thanks for coming to see us!

 







 

Lots Going On

Granddaddy and I have been busy the past couple of weeks!

 

 

The strange bird was hungry and showed up at the feeder again.

 

 

 

 

We visited the Harts and saw some interesting sea creatures at the aquarium.

 

 

 

 

 

Miranda the whale was beautiful!

 

 

 

Isaac was so big!

 

 

 

 

 

 

John, Amy, Joshua, Emma, Sophia and Grace came to celebrate Labor Day and birthdays. We roasted hotdogs and had s'mores.

 

 



Fun with Family

We had a fun week end visiting Joel, Nancy and Hailey. John, Joshua, Emma and Sophia came to visit on Saturday while we were there. Here are some highlights.

When we got home there were deer in the yard. They left when we drove up, but were back very soon! Princess is oblivious. We don't really want another dog, but we are begining to wonder.



More Animals

Princess got her last (Lord willing) bandage this morning. The cut was almost completely healed.

It's hard to see the color, but her new bandage is purple!





I took down the tree skirt this morning. Sorry Anna!! We will have to plan another one next time you visit.  

This little guy was hiding under the skirt!

The strange bird I told you about came to the feeder this morning. I think I said his head was black, but it is more dark grey. I got some pictures, but they aren't very good because he decided to stay on the ground. The picture was taken through the window with a screen. Hopefully you can get an idea of what he looks like.

Any ideas about what he might be?



Family Fun

I haven't said that Beth, Zane, Miranda and Isaac have been visiting the past few days. We didn't do much except watch the Olympics.

Yesterday we went to Emma's fifth birthday party!

All the cousins had fun playing together.



 

Animals

We have had some interesting things happen with animals around our house.

The first thing is that Princess has been sporting colorful bandages on her leg. She cut her leg a few weeks ago, but with a trip to the vet and some attention from Nana and Granddaddy she is much better. We should be able to take the bandage off by the end of the week.

The second thing that has been going on is that the hummingbirds have been eating like crazy. They have also been chasing each other around the house. They must be getting ready to fly across the Gulf of Mexico!

The other birds like this female cardinal and male goldfinch have enjoyed the seeds we put out. There has been a strange bird that has been coming to the feeder. The first time I saw him I thought he was a grossbeak. Grandma Nesbit said he is a cardinal. He is not as bright red as a male cardinal and has a solid black head and no tuft. Hopefully I can get a picture soon and show you.

The last thing is Patches thinks all this is pretty boring!

Visit from Bobby

Fred's brother has been here for the past week. We have had fun spending time with him.

 

More Washington State

One of the most fun things about our trip to Washington state was getting to know Alex and Patricia's daughters. They are sweet, talented and hard working! 

Sophie and Emily

Simone, Lily, Emily and Sophie

Katherine (my aunt and the girl's grandmother) and Simone

GRANDDADDY AND NANA'S SPOT

SUMMER FUN

This summer we have had lots of visits from family. Nana has been to the Hart's in Missouri and Washington state with Clark, Kate and Grandma Nesbit. Here are some highlights!

Washington State

A large part of the trip to Washington state was to visit with George and Katherine and reconnect with my cousins Eileen and Alex. Also I finally was able to meet Alex and Patricia's daughters!

We went on a hike in the mountains and saw some beautiful scenery, including some views of the Columbia River.

The cherry trees were loaded. We picked lots and brought them home in our suitcases.

At the Hart's

We packed lots of boxes!

Observed cow appreciation day!

And had lots of fun!

Visits from family



When the Sugar Hill Sloans were here we went to Maymont.

Anna and I made a tree skirt.

We swam and fished at the Moyer's lake.

We had a late birthday party for Jane.

We picked some roses.

And played dress up!

Dress up, especially princess shoes, are favorites.

Hanging out on the porch swing.

Treasure Trove and breakfast

Isaac and Granddaddy

Eating yummy food with cousins!