Trick or Treat!!!

Trick or Treat from the Chamber girls! We are ready for this Halloween Day and all that comes our way. Beginning at 3 p.m. we will have hundreds of little goblins find their way through our office searching for their Treats! Can't wait as it is always fun to see what kind of costumes that parents come up with. It was a very crispy, cold, frosty morning....brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr! I'm sure this Trick or Treat night will be equally cold! Have a happy Halloween!

Beau Turns "Crazy 8"

Just look at all those presents! This is Beau's favorite part of his big day! He had been reminding me for days that his birthday was on it's way and I needed to go present shopping!


I still can't believe Beau is 8 years old! Wow! He is such a big boy and so much fun to have around.

Those attending his party were: Mom, Tara, Megan, Dave, Grandpa Greg, Grandma Trini, and Earl. Loved the ice cream cake! Mmmmmmmmmmmmm!

Beautiful Fall!

On my trip to work yesterday morning, I couldn't resist taking these photos. As I was driving, I noticed these beautiful trees and had to take time to photograph them. Aren't they just beautiful. The morning air was crisp and clean and the colors gorgeous!


I hope you enjoy these...as much as I did. I'm hoping that I will have time to take a few more before all the leaves are gone.

Doesn't it just make you feel good to be alive? Take care and have a great day!

Tara is 14......on Tuesday!

Happy Birthday ... early, Tara! We celebrated Tara's 14th birthday today as her mom will be on a business trip the day of her actual birthday. She loves pie..more than cake, so we had lemon merigue pie for her birthday "cake". We couldn't find but only one candle in the cupboard and she was very understanding. So, no, she isn't one, but 13 more than that!


Her Grandpa Greg bought her a new basketball and sports bag. Of course, now we HAVE to call her "Pinkie"!! I can't wait to see her basketball shoes.

Those in attendance were Grandpa Greg, Mom, Dave, Grandma Trini, Earl, Beau and Megan...oh yes, Tucker, too. It was a fun afternoon...Happy Birthday Tara!

Four Amigos meet again!

Last night the "Four Amigos" had an opportunity to get together at Elvis' Bar and Grill for dinner, and share what is going on in each other's lives. We try to do this every so often. Some years it is more often than others, but we do make the attempt. We have been friends from the very beginning....life long....how special is that?! We have played together as children, went through those teenage years together, witnessed each other's weddings, births, children's marriages, etc. I feel so fortunate to have lifelong friends! These gals are very special folks in my book. Thanks Toni, Jean and Jackie for being part of my life! You girls rock!

We did share the event with Ron, Terry and Earl. Poor Jim hurt his back yesterday and was unable to attend.

Throughout the evening we did solve many problems....Measure 49, Measure 50, driving without seat belts, new ideas for Pilot Rock Community Days, whose running for President, etc. I think all of us did a pretty good job of voicing our opinions. What is so funny is, we are all on the same page of the book. Wow!

I'm looking forward to our next time! Thanks!

Pumpkin Patch Fun!

This is everyone (except our photographer, Earl) after collecting pumpkins in the patch.

Sonny helping Briley pick out his pumpkin! I think Briley found about four favorites, but had to narrow it down to just one.

Hmmmmm, everyone is just going every which way. Pumpkins were everywhere and the choices were very, very hard to make.

Megan, Calli, Tiah and Tara on the hayride out to the pumpkin patch. Looks like everyone is having so much fun!!!

Check out Taylor, Beau and Briley on the haywagon! Boy, were they hiped to head out into the pumpkin field.

We went to Bellinger Farms in Hermiston....our traditional outing. The day was perfect...lots of sun and family time!

I want to add more photos, but am having a hard time trying to get them to download. I tried for two days at home, then figured I would try the high speed internet at work, but I'm still having problems. Perhaps I can keep trying and add more photos later. RATS! Have a great day!

What a mug shot!

Couldn't resist posting this "mug" shot of my new friend, Tucker. Now, isn't he cute?! Of course, he has been doing the "normal" puppy naughty things, but then he has been sharing lots of love too. We are so glad to have him.

Argh, me Matey!

Beau spent the night with me on Saturday and we had the opportunity to shop for a Halloween outfit. He found the perfect "pirate" costume and we had fun taking photos of him in his attire.

What is better than a parrot on a pirates shoulder? We really liked this bird, but it is a little tricky to keep him on the shoulder! I think Beau might be able to figure it out before Halloween. Trick or Treat!