Not to be a downer, but a good friend of mine from Indianapolis was in a plane crash this morning. All four involved survived and are in the hospital in serious/stable condition (and I think the pilot is in critical condition). So I just thought I'd post this as a prayer request or request for good thoughts or whatever you see fit. Thanks! Perhaps we should add this section for future good/bad things?
If you want to read about the crash:
http://www.wthr.com
http://www.wishtv.com
http://www.indystar.com
Monday, August 28, 2006
Monday, August 21, 2006
Katy's Triathalon
I'll be sure to blog more extensively on this subject on my personal blog. Right now I'm experiencing an exhaustion hang over and wondering what on earth possessed me to work out this morning!
My sweet roommates, Jessie and Janell, crammed in my car and drove with me up to Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin on Saturday. We stayed at the fabulous, smoke filled, LaQuinta and shared a King sized bed. Hilarious. We slept maybe a wink that night. My alarm went off at 4:40 am and we rolled out of bed, grabbed our bags for the morning and drove to the parking lot where we'd hop a school bus and be shuttled to the actual triathalon site. The weather was chilly and we saw the sun rise. It was a perfect day for the race.
It was amazing looking around at all of these athletic men and women. It seemed to me that most of the triathletes were in their 40's. These were very ripped 40 year olds. Maybe they were all bored with marathons and needed a new challenge.
I was part of the 17th wave and we all wore the isued purple swim caps. I felt calm and ready until I got into the open water for the swim. Five strokes in and I was huffing and puffing. I must have been too excited. Foggy goggles, green water and swallowing half of the lake made the swim pretty rough. I think I did the breast stroke the whole time. This third of the race I must work on!
I quickly ran up the sandy hill, saw Janell and Jess cheering me on and ran to my bike. I was thrilled to finally be on the bike and riding through the country side. This was my favorite part of the triathalon. I moved quickly and saw so much! Next thing I knew, the bike was over and I once again was greeted by my cheering roommates. The run went fast and I nearly cried as I crossed the finish line. What a race! My miles were less than 10 minutes which is a miracle. I finished in 1 hour and 38 minutes. That's better than my goal. Now I just need to get my swim down and my transition times faster!
I'll post pictures soon. If anyone wants to do this next year, I'm game! Or maybe we can add it to the Lindsay Beach Olympics!
My sweet roommates, Jessie and Janell, crammed in my car and drove with me up to Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin on Saturday. We stayed at the fabulous, smoke filled, LaQuinta and shared a King sized bed. Hilarious. We slept maybe a wink that night. My alarm went off at 4:40 am and we rolled out of bed, grabbed our bags for the morning and drove to the parking lot where we'd hop a school bus and be shuttled to the actual triathalon site. The weather was chilly and we saw the sun rise. It was a perfect day for the race.
It was amazing looking around at all of these athletic men and women. It seemed to me that most of the triathletes were in their 40's. These were very ripped 40 year olds. Maybe they were all bored with marathons and needed a new challenge.
I was part of the 17th wave and we all wore the isued purple swim caps. I felt calm and ready until I got into the open water for the swim. Five strokes in and I was huffing and puffing. I must have been too excited. Foggy goggles, green water and swallowing half of the lake made the swim pretty rough. I think I did the breast stroke the whole time. This third of the race I must work on!
I quickly ran up the sandy hill, saw Janell and Jess cheering me on and ran to my bike. I was thrilled to finally be on the bike and riding through the country side. This was my favorite part of the triathalon. I moved quickly and saw so much! Next thing I knew, the bike was over and I once again was greeted by my cheering roommates. The run went fast and I nearly cried as I crossed the finish line. What a race! My miles were less than 10 minutes which is a miracle. I finished in 1 hour and 38 minutes. That's better than my goal. Now I just need to get my swim down and my transition times faster!
I'll post pictures soon. If anyone wants to do this next year, I'm game! Or maybe we can add it to the Lindsay Beach Olympics!
Our Gang
Andrew is back in school (a sophomore), driving his Ford truck (with me at his side) back and forth. One month and he'll be driving on his own. Sigh. Can't believe we've come that far!
Mary has been here for a visit! She's already shopped me to death (just kidding) and has headed to Tony & Julie's house for this week. Beth and I'll be going there to visit her. I LOVE my sisters, love having sisters, love being a sister. Thanks, Mom and Dad! Kathy, we've really missed having you here, but hope school is going well for you.
Alicia is experiencing the icky part of pregnancy ...exhaustion and upset stomach. Ready for that part to be over with. Hopefully that'll happen soon.
I got to do my first babysitting with Connor on Saturday. He was wonderful, loads of fun. We spent time in the pool, a short stroller ride, battled with the bottle, etc. Gosh, he's grown so much. Already 21 pounds, but I really meant his mental growth. He's still a baby, but on his way to being a little boy. And watching Erin be a mom is about as great as watching our grandson. She's SO patient, SO sweet, SO loving and SO tired. Handles it all beautifully.
Katy, let us know all about your triathalon! I've heard the basics, but want the details. Looking forward to seeing you (and hopefully your "Bathroom Talk" show) soon.
Patrick's business is booming and he's working long and hard. Lots to do before his little one comes. We're so very proud of him and all he's accomplishing and realize more than he and Alicia what a bright future he has!
Chris is loving being a Dad, and he's a good one. Obviously loves his family, and we love him! Lots of business plans going on with him. We'll let you know what happens with praexis.com and komikazee.com. He's got quite a good business mind and it's been working overtime to grow his businesses.
Bill and I are loving life and keeping healthy. Let us know about you and yours!
Blog on,
Carol
Mary has been here for a visit! She's already shopped me to death (just kidding) and has headed to Tony & Julie's house for this week. Beth and I'll be going there to visit her. I LOVE my sisters, love having sisters, love being a sister. Thanks, Mom and Dad! Kathy, we've really missed having you here, but hope school is going well for you.
Alicia is experiencing the icky part of pregnancy ...exhaustion and upset stomach. Ready for that part to be over with. Hopefully that'll happen soon.
I got to do my first babysitting with Connor on Saturday. He was wonderful, loads of fun. We spent time in the pool, a short stroller ride, battled with the bottle, etc. Gosh, he's grown so much. Already 21 pounds, but I really meant his mental growth. He's still a baby, but on his way to being a little boy. And watching Erin be a mom is about as great as watching our grandson. She's SO patient, SO sweet, SO loving and SO tired. Handles it all beautifully.
Katy, let us know all about your triathalon! I've heard the basics, but want the details. Looking forward to seeing you (and hopefully your "Bathroom Talk" show) soon.
Patrick's business is booming and he's working long and hard. Lots to do before his little one comes. We're so very proud of him and all he's accomplishing and realize more than he and Alicia what a bright future he has!
Chris is loving being a Dad, and he's a good one. Obviously loves his family, and we love him! Lots of business plans going on with him. We'll let you know what happens with praexis.com and komikazee.com. He's got quite a good business mind and it's been working overtime to grow his businesses.
Bill and I are loving life and keeping healthy. Let us know about you and yours!
Blog on,
Carol
Thursday, August 17, 2006
Middle School is... So Cool!
WOW. Anyone ever taught 6th graders before? Can I TELL you how entertaining they are? I remember being that "odd", but from a teacher's standpoint, I'm now finding out what a different breed we all were! It is amazing to see the difference between the 3 grades I teach. 6th graders have no clue. None whatsoever and they don't seem to be capable of GETTING a clue. That's what makes them so loveable! They're so cute! 7th graders have a clue. But they're still trying to please the teacher. How great is that after teaching 3 years in a high school with 9-12th graders and crazy attitudes? 8th graders? Attitude the first day, grow on you the second, and by the third I'm thrilled to have these maturing adolescents as my sobering students who remind me that we grow up so fast. And yet...
Why do they choose the songs that I grew up with and my parents tuned into when it comes to requesting songs from the DJ at the "Back to School Bronco Bash" to dance to??? While I enjoyed it (Vanilla Ice, "Love Shack", etc.) I was surprised to see how much my students enjoyed it! I have one student who requested "Sweet Caroline" by Neil Diamond - while it wasn't the #1 thing to dance to tonight, it got quite a few people singing "Sweeeeeet Caroliiiiine... BAMP BAMP BAMP!" and then prompted my Assistant Principal to sing "All I want for Christmas is a Hippopotamus". If anyone has the music or words to that, I need to get her worked into my Winter Concert.
Alrighty! Enough for one night. I just thought people might like to relive their Early Teenage Years... ahhhh... puberty. That's a whole separate blog. Have a great night!!!
Why do they choose the songs that I grew up with and my parents tuned into when it comes to requesting songs from the DJ at the "Back to School Bronco Bash" to dance to??? While I enjoyed it (Vanilla Ice, "Love Shack", etc.) I was surprised to see how much my students enjoyed it! I have one student who requested "Sweet Caroline" by Neil Diamond - while it wasn't the #1 thing to dance to tonight, it got quite a few people singing "Sweeeeeet Caroliiiiine... BAMP BAMP BAMP!" and then prompted my Assistant Principal to sing "All I want for Christmas is a Hippopotamus". If anyone has the music or words to that, I need to get her worked into my Winter Concert.
Alrighty! Enough for one night. I just thought people might like to relive their Early Teenage Years... ahhhh... puberty. That's a whole separate blog. Have a great night!!!
Monday, August 14, 2006
I've Been Tagged
I hate being chased. I'm quick to scream, give up or I charge back at them in a dead sprint. I sometimes wonder what I would do if I were being chased by a Lion. Let's hope I never have to find out. Playing tag was always a nervous pleasure for me.This kind of tag I actually like.
Thanks to my good friend, Kellsey, I've been tagged to list books that have either impacted my life or ones I wish never would have entered it. I'm responding here for your viewing pleasure! You never know, maybe you'll be inspired to read some of these. I know I already gave an exhaustive list of some of my favorite books.
1. One Book that Changed My Life: "Ragamuffin Gospel" by Brennan Manning. This is the first "spiritual" book that actually caused me to respond with prayer. I remember sitting in my bed with all the lights out except for a small lamp and being moved to pray. It's the first time I really got a glimpse of grace. I really could live a life of freedom under the umbrella of grace instead of an anvil of guilt.
2. One Book that You've Read More than Once: Just one? I can only choose one? "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen. Hello, my name is Elizabeth Bennett! I think most women consider themselves an "Elizabeth Bennett." She's one of Austen's more flattering characters. Though you can condemn the fact that she's as prideful as Mr. Darcy. I remember running into my best friends' room and reading allowed my favorite parts. I had to share it with someone! The confession of love! The two proposals! The time they run into each other at his home! Ah, it's too much! Too much!
3. One Book You'd Want on a Desert Island: I'm just going to assume it can't be the Bible. Any good Christian would immediately say the Bible. It would be/and is my one source of truth and sanity. Can it be a series? How about the first two books in Francine Rivers' "Mark of the Lion" series? They're not exactly intellectually stimulating, but they just don't get old! I've never read two books so quickly. I wish I could read them as a "Mark of the Lion" virgin again! Ladies, can I get an Amen? Wait, now I'm questioning myself. How about "Lord of the Rings"? Yes, that too. I might need that to remind myself that the impossible can be possible.
4. One Book that Made You Laugh: "Dress Your Family in Corduroy & Denim" by David Sedaris. His honesty excited me and made me wish I could be that honest. I just don't have his capacity for memories...painful memories. I found myself laughing aloud in public while reading his auto-biographical short stories.
5. One Book that Made You Cry: I again have to say "Lord of the Rings." I wasn't ready to say goodbye to Frodo, Bilbo and their companions. I felt like I had traversed the treacherous terrain and walked their emotional journey along with them. There's great relief and pride in finishing a journey and completing an impossible task. If they had known what they were getting into, they never would have gone. But along the way they were given what was needed to make it to the end alive. Hmmm, sounds similar to life!
6. One Book You Wish Had Been Written: I'm still waiting for my best friend, Becky, to write her auto-biographical short stories. This girl has more stories that will make you laugh! I keep threatening her that I'm going to start writing it if she doesn't. This or my yet to be written coffee table book: "Dating Kissed Me Goodbye."
7. One Book that You Wish Had Never Been Written: "Kiss Dating Goodbye." I never read it and never want to. Don't we have a hard enough time as it is? For the love....
8. One Book That You're Currently Reading: I'm going to cheat here and give you two. One is actually a play by Lanford Wilson. I am performing a two person scene from his play "Serenading Louie" and just finished analyzing the play. It's a fascinating story of two couples whose relationships are crumbling. Each couple has everything going for them but they end up destroying their lives. Very interesting. The second is "The Glass House" by Jeannette Walls. She writes a story of growing up in great poverty. She never solicites pity from her readers. The humor she maintains while sharing her pain is admirable.
9. One Book You've Been Meaning to Read: The "Harry Potter" books. That or my best friend will never speak to me again. I made her read "Clan of the Cave Bear" so it's my turn to read some of her favorites. I'll read them...someday.
10. Now Tag 5 People: John S., Stacey, Becky, Missie and Jessie (my cousin, not the one from Full House). If you have a blog...blog about it. If you don't have a blog...leave it in the comments.
Anyone respond if you'd like! I'd love to read about it!
Thanks to my good friend, Kellsey, I've been tagged to list books that have either impacted my life or ones I wish never would have entered it. I'm responding here for your viewing pleasure! You never know, maybe you'll be inspired to read some of these. I know I already gave an exhaustive list of some of my favorite books.
1. One Book that Changed My Life: "Ragamuffin Gospel" by Brennan Manning. This is the first "spiritual" book that actually caused me to respond with prayer. I remember sitting in my bed with all the lights out except for a small lamp and being moved to pray. It's the first time I really got a glimpse of grace. I really could live a life of freedom under the umbrella of grace instead of an anvil of guilt.
2. One Book that You've Read More than Once: Just one? I can only choose one? "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen. Hello, my name is Elizabeth Bennett! I think most women consider themselves an "Elizabeth Bennett." She's one of Austen's more flattering characters. Though you can condemn the fact that she's as prideful as Mr. Darcy. I remember running into my best friends' room and reading allowed my favorite parts. I had to share it with someone! The confession of love! The two proposals! The time they run into each other at his home! Ah, it's too much! Too much!
3. One Book You'd Want on a Desert Island: I'm just going to assume it can't be the Bible. Any good Christian would immediately say the Bible. It would be/and is my one source of truth and sanity. Can it be a series? How about the first two books in Francine Rivers' "Mark of the Lion" series? They're not exactly intellectually stimulating, but they just don't get old! I've never read two books so quickly. I wish I could read them as a "Mark of the Lion" virgin again! Ladies, can I get an Amen? Wait, now I'm questioning myself. How about "Lord of the Rings"? Yes, that too. I might need that to remind myself that the impossible can be possible.
4. One Book that Made You Laugh: "Dress Your Family in Corduroy & Denim" by David Sedaris. His honesty excited me and made me wish I could be that honest. I just don't have his capacity for memories...painful memories. I found myself laughing aloud in public while reading his auto-biographical short stories.
5. One Book that Made You Cry: I again have to say "Lord of the Rings." I wasn't ready to say goodbye to Frodo, Bilbo and their companions. I felt like I had traversed the treacherous terrain and walked their emotional journey along with them. There's great relief and pride in finishing a journey and completing an impossible task. If they had known what they were getting into, they never would have gone. But along the way they were given what was needed to make it to the end alive. Hmmm, sounds similar to life!
6. One Book You Wish Had Been Written: I'm still waiting for my best friend, Becky, to write her auto-biographical short stories. This girl has more stories that will make you laugh! I keep threatening her that I'm going to start writing it if she doesn't. This or my yet to be written coffee table book: "Dating Kissed Me Goodbye."
7. One Book that You Wish Had Never Been Written: "Kiss Dating Goodbye." I never read it and never want to. Don't we have a hard enough time as it is? For the love....
8. One Book That You're Currently Reading: I'm going to cheat here and give you two. One is actually a play by Lanford Wilson. I am performing a two person scene from his play "Serenading Louie" and just finished analyzing the play. It's a fascinating story of two couples whose relationships are crumbling. Each couple has everything going for them but they end up destroying their lives. Very interesting. The second is "The Glass House" by Jeannette Walls. She writes a story of growing up in great poverty. She never solicites pity from her readers. The humor she maintains while sharing her pain is admirable.
9. One Book You've Been Meaning to Read: The "Harry Potter" books. That or my best friend will never speak to me again. I made her read "Clan of the Cave Bear" so it's my turn to read some of her favorites. I'll read them...someday.
10. Now Tag 5 People: John S., Stacey, Becky, Missie and Jessie (my cousin, not the one from Full House). If you have a blog...blog about it. If you don't have a blog...leave it in the comments.
Anyone respond if you'd like! I'd love to read about it!
A Letter from George & D
Hi Loved Ones,
I just had to sit down and drop a note to all of you.
First, thanks a bunch for the cards in remembrance of my up and coming 70th birthday. Joe, when you become 70 I’ll still be a-head of you and waiting.
The week in MB was delightful and great. I haven’t seen some of you in three years – we all change a bit, don’t we? The meals at the house were great (anyone want some whole chickens?) The Thursday night event was delightful; we all had a bunch of fun.
Carol, your and your helpers – I know there had to be some – did a great job all the way around. It takes a lot of time and planning to set up a week for over 40 adults and 13 children 6 and under. Wow, what an experience when we all get together.
I know Bill had a lot to do with the day at the golf course. We all enjoyed – and the Lunch that was provided was a final surprise. I am anxious to see the photo’s of the Golfers. Thanks a lot Bill and Carol!
Pictures and videos! If everyone would mail (Originals on CD or DVD I will pick up any cost) to me what they have I will archive them for the future and enjoy all from time to time. I just got through some of the videos I have (that are now on DVD’s) and enjoyed all events again. Laura and Kevin’s Wedding brought a tear. So did seeing the past generation again as they were. I even went back over the Lindsay Family Memories which brought me back to times most of you wouldn’t remember. I put that on DVD also. Anyone wants a copy let me know.
We were sorry we had to leave early. Would have loved to spend an extra day at MB but with all that was going on with Rob and his family we felt we were needed in Ft. Wayne. Update on Rob & Lois’s car – they picked it up Friday morning and drove home, all OK. Rob’s Dad got out of the hospital last Wednesday and will be watched closely for at least a couple of months. You just don’t fool around with a heart condition. Laura and Kevin ended up driving straight through to Ft. Wayne. About 50 miles south of Ft. Wayne Laura hit a truck tread standing up in the road and did a considerable damage to their car. The good news is that all of them are OK and the car made it back to the city fine (It was at 3am).
We sure enjoyed seeing the next generation coming up. They are sure a bunch of cuties and to think 3 more are on the way. Let us know due dates and when they get here.
Looking to see you all again.
Love to All,
D. & George Lindsay
I just had to sit down and drop a note to all of you.
First, thanks a bunch for the cards in remembrance of my up and coming 70th birthday. Joe, when you become 70 I’ll still be a-head of you and waiting.
The week in MB was delightful and great. I haven’t seen some of you in three years – we all change a bit, don’t we? The meals at the house were great (anyone want some whole chickens?) The Thursday night event was delightful; we all had a bunch of fun.
Carol, your and your helpers – I know there had to be some – did a great job all the way around. It takes a lot of time and planning to set up a week for over 40 adults and 13 children 6 and under. Wow, what an experience when we all get together.
I know Bill had a lot to do with the day at the golf course. We all enjoyed – and the Lunch that was provided was a final surprise. I am anxious to see the photo’s of the Golfers. Thanks a lot Bill and Carol!
Pictures and videos! If everyone would mail (Originals on CD or DVD I will pick up any cost) to me what they have I will archive them for the future and enjoy all from time to time. I just got through some of the videos I have (that are now on DVD’s) and enjoyed all events again. Laura and Kevin’s Wedding brought a tear. So did seeing the past generation again as they were. I even went back over the Lindsay Family Memories which brought me back to times most of you wouldn’t remember. I put that on DVD also. Anyone wants a copy let me know.
We were sorry we had to leave early. Would have loved to spend an extra day at MB but with all that was going on with Rob and his family we felt we were needed in Ft. Wayne. Update on Rob & Lois’s car – they picked it up Friday morning and drove home, all OK. Rob’s Dad got out of the hospital last Wednesday and will be watched closely for at least a couple of months. You just don’t fool around with a heart condition. Laura and Kevin ended up driving straight through to Ft. Wayne. About 50 miles south of Ft. Wayne Laura hit a truck tread standing up in the road and did a considerable damage to their car. The good news is that all of them are OK and the car made it back to the city fine (It was at 3am).
We sure enjoyed seeing the next generation coming up. They are sure a bunch of cuties and to think 3 more are on the way. Let us know due dates and when they get here.
Looking to see you all again.
Love to All,
D. & George Lindsay
More Reunion Pics
Click on the link to view my photos posted on kodak gallery. http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=18feg6zq.bgh57dz2&x=1&y=-7myit1
Let me know if this doesn't work, and I'll try to figure something else out. Hope you're all back in the swing of things in "normal" life. Happy Monday!
Heidi
Let me know if this doesn't work, and I'll try to figure something else out. Hope you're all back in the swing of things in "normal" life. Happy Monday!
Heidi
Thursday, August 10, 2006
Posting a Blog
This post is in honor of Stacy. I do in fact read the comments. Yay.
If you want to post a blog on this site go to the Blogger Website. Enter your username and password. Then click on the little green plus sign that indicates a new post. Then tickle away on the keyboard and enlighten us with your brilliance!
If you want to post a blog on this site go to the Blogger Website. Enter your username and password. Then click on the little green plus sign that indicates a new post. Then tickle away on the keyboard and enlighten us with your brilliance!
Wednesday, August 09, 2006
crazy group pictures
Hello to all! To see some pics from the reunion or stacy/taylors wedding you can go to www.picturelove.shutterfly.com Everyone looks fabulous!
Monday, August 07, 2006
Bathroom Talk
No mom, this isn't an entry about bathrooms, etc. According to my mom, Erin's and my conversation "always goes back to that." And she's partly right. So isn't it appropriate that I will be doing a show in September called Bathroom Talk? In case you're thinking, "Gee, I bet that Katy is really talented. I ought to drive up there and see her show," it's at midnight on Fridays. Ouch! Yes, it's a late one and it will hurt no one worse than me.
As far as I know, it's going to be a fully improvised show with an all female cast (a rarity). You know us women, we can never go to the bathroom alone. It's the only time we can get the dish and pick our wedgies at the same time.
As far as I know, it's going to be a fully improvised show with an all female cast (a rarity). You know us women, we can never go to the bathroom alone. It's the only time we can get the dish and pick our wedgies at the same time.
Thursday, August 03, 2006
Work = Not as fun as Myrtle Beach
Well, as I sit here in my cube at work reading your blog entries and browsing through pictures of Super Conner (great site, by the way), I think "man, I would SOOOO much rather be lounging on the beach, reading a book, cooking large group dinners, chasing little ones around on the beach, playing 'Mafia,' golfing, boogie boarding, go-karting (especially beating Andrew!) or just sitting around chatting with you all in the hot Myrtle sun (or in the cool air conditioning)." Meetings and deadlines are just not as much fun. But hey, what's not to love about my office's gray walls and the stale sounds of the ventilation system and fingers typing on keyboards?
Anyway, thanks for the great week, everyone! To all who couldn't make it, we missed you and hope to see you soon! I will get my pictures posted online soon, and to anyone else to who took pictures -- let us all know when they're online and where we can view them.
One more thing....
I predict that by 2009, Stacy and Taylor will start poppin' out babies, Alyse will be almost done with nursing school, Kate will be the lead in a DFW-area musical or opera, my Dad will have a regular gig singing at a jazz bar, Beth will add "yoga instructor" to her credentials and offer a class to her counseling clientele as a way to relax and meditate and I will be almost done with graduate school and about to become a speech therapist (that is....if I get accepted next year).
That's all I got. Have a great rest of the week!
Anyway, thanks for the great week, everyone! To all who couldn't make it, we missed you and hope to see you soon! I will get my pictures posted online soon, and to anyone else to who took pictures -- let us all know when they're online and where we can view them.
One more thing....
I predict that by 2009, Stacy and Taylor will start poppin' out babies, Alyse will be almost done with nursing school, Kate will be the lead in a DFW-area musical or opera, my Dad will have a regular gig singing at a jazz bar, Beth will add "yoga instructor" to her credentials and offer a class to her counseling clientele as a way to relax and meditate and I will be almost done with graduate school and about to become a speech therapist (that is....if I get accepted next year).
That's all I got. Have a great rest of the week!
Wednesday, August 02, 2006
Driving cross country with Nana and Popart
Well, Art, Pat, and I (we called ourselves the 3 amigos on the drive, oh the adventures we had!) did make it home safely and without ever going more than 4 miles over the speed limit. Pat even threw in a turn and confidently, with both hands firmly at 6 and 3, drove us 2 hours closer to Springfield. Those two are just little dickens when you get them on the road and in Nashville Pat (going through withdrawal due to the new cooking arrangements during the reunion) just had to hold up some gourmet cooking store, making Art the get away driver and leaving me to cover my face in embarrassment! Oh, what Hudson, Tucker, and Piper dont know about their grandparents. Being as how we never went over 55 miles/hour it was a slow get away, but the hold-up was quicker than any bathroom break we took.
So now they are safe and sound back in Springfield and I in Chicago- I keep thinking about what I was doing 1 week ago today and it makes me miss my family. What a lovely lovely family-
love to everyone,
Jessie
So now they are safe and sound back in Springfield and I in Chicago- I keep thinking about what I was doing 1 week ago today and it makes me miss my family. What a lovely lovely family-
love to everyone,
Jessie
3 Years and Counting!
It was wonderful to see everyone and get to relax amongst such GREAT family! Just so you all (ya'll - I have lived in TX for 3 years) know, I started at my new teaching position at Coppell Middle School East in Coppell ISD (about 30 min. SW of Frisco) today and am so relieved to feel the excitement of the new year! I can't wait to meet everyone and get this choir program going! Of course, I'm teaching MIDDLE SCHOOLERS now, so keeping me in your prayers would be appreciated. :) And I'm still living in Frisco, so more prayers for my life (and my parents, as they're housing me - haha) would, again, be appreciated.
I hope everyone's doing well and Katy - you are brilliant for this blog idea.
Love to all!
Kate Lowe
I hope everyone's doing well and Katy - you are brilliant for this blog idea.
Love to all!
Kate Lowe
Just thinking...2009...Andrew will have graduated from high school, Jacob will have his driver's license, we'll have at least 1 new grandbaby, I'll have lost 40 lbs (again), Katy will be a S T A R...or maybe married w/a baby, Patrick and Alicia will have a thriving PFS business and a 2 1/2 year-old and maybe more, Connor will be 3 and perhaps have a brother/sister, Bill will be on the Senior Golf tour, etc,etc,etc. LOTS can happen in three years. Maybe I'll find a way to come up with a "Predictions" page where you can post your thoughts. Maybe.
Love you all,
Carol
Love you all,
Carol
Tuesday, August 01, 2006
Welcome to the Lindsay Family Blog
It's only been a couple of days since our reunion at Myrtle Beach and we are already missing each other. The tan lines may soon fade, unless you're Bill S. or Paige, but our memories won't. Enjoy reading the adventures of The Lindsay Family!
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