Austin in the Snow

It's still snowing

We have more snow this morning, about 2 more inches and it's still coming down. All Bend schools are closed; even COCC which usually stays open. Sisters weather is the same but no closures. Driving to work wasn't too bad.

Here's a few pictures from this last weekend. Austin actually likes the snow now and throws a big fit when he has to come inside. Still not too comfortable walking in it unless it's been shoveled.

Austin is crying because he's out of a "shovel zone"

Dakota's Kennel

I've been Tagged

A: The rules of the game are posted at the beginning.
B: Each player answers the questions about themselves.
C: At the end of the post, the player then tags 3 people and posts their names, then goes to their blogs and leaves them a comment, letting them know that they have been tagged and asking them to read your blog.

10 Years Ago: I must say I was 20 (yes this year is my big 30!) I was married to my first husband, living in Corvallis attending Oregon State University wishing that I was closer to graduation.

Things on my to-do list today:
1. Go to work (I'm here)
2. Be productive at work :)
3. Call the passport processing center and send a check for the processing fee. I forgot to mail it with the application.
4. Pick up Austin after work.
5. Find something edible for dinner.

That I would do if I were suddenly made a billionaire:
1. Pay off all loans
2. Buy myself a new vehicle
3. Use my passport!
4. Quit work :)

3 of my bad habits:
1. Pulling out my eye lashes.
2. Interupting people when they talk.
3. Biting my lips.

3 places I have lived: Corvallis, Portland, & Bend, OR

5 jobs that I have had: RD for Indian Health Services, Fisheries bio tech, Courtesy Clerk for Safeway, Nanny, Kitchen supervisor at an elderly care facility.

5 Things people don't know about me:
1. I vacuum everyday.
2. Talk shows really bug me. Except Dr. Phil and Oprah (occasionally)
3. I do not care about celebrities & what they are doing in their personal lives. I think they need to be left alone.
4. I usually do not sit down for more than 30 minutes without doing something. Especially when I'm at home. There's always something that needs to be done.
5. I don't like birds (for a pet; outside wild ones are fine) or reptiles. I really hope Austin won't want one when he's older. Fish are good :)

I tag....no one :( Sorry, everyone I know has already been tagged.

ABC'S

Austin surprised us on Sunday with his version of the ABC song. He tries to sing it really fast and misses some of the letters but for 2 years old I think it's pretty good.

Enjoy. I arrived at work today and it is negative 6 degrees. How do all the animals stay outside in this weather?? My Jeep died on me just as I was leaving work yesterday so I had to hitch a ride from a friend that works at the Forest Service here in Sisters. Chris came back with a car trailer and brought my poor car home. I don't think it's going to be too hard to fix, but I was just thankful it died at a stop sign and not on the highway.

Deep Freeze

We are freezing here!!!! I woke up this morning and it was 1 degree. The pets are staying inside as much as possible and I don't blame them. Just going outside to take the garbage out freezes your hands. Hopefully the weekend will send some relief. Is summer coming soon??? I hope so.

This is Austin and Emilie (Jim and Tootie's granddaughter) the other day.

Early B-day Celebration

Don't look too close at the cake :) My mom made Cindy a rum cake to celebrate her b-day (which is Feb. 9th). It had a little problem coming out of the pan but it still tasted good.

Snowshoeing

My very bestest friend Cindy came up from California to stay with us for a week. It was so much fun catching up. Here's a few pictures of our adventurous Snowshoeing trip. At first Austin kept calling her Jane (my guess is from Tarzan and Jane??) But before she left he finally remembered her correct name.

Starting our day at the Swampy Lakes Snow Park. Happy Snowshoer!!!!Took a break in the Beautiful Pines. No leg cramps yet. This meadow was very WINDY
Made it to the warming hut where we ate lunch and sat around the fire. 2 more miles to the truck and we discovered there are separate trails for snowshoeing and cross country skiing. Ooops we didn't know that rule.
What does this look like???????

I think it's a dog...or Snoopy.

Bend Snow

Here's what it looked like outside our windows on Tuesday. We still have the snow, but it is melting slowly. This morning schools were on 2 hour delay due to the ice. Currently its raining and is suppose to be warm all day.

Uneventful week

I guess since the chaos of the holiday's are over it is now time to get back into the routine of life. This week story time begins again at the library and also "fun Friday's" at Eastmont Church. Austin loves both of them because he gets to see his friends and play. With the snowy, cold weather I also enjoy getting out of the house to socialize. More snow is predicted for tonight to add onto our already 4 inches at home. Redmond and Madras are dry, which made the drive into work (Jefferson County WIC) today very nice.

Yesterday I was getting stir crazy and bundled up in my snow pants and boots, settled Austin in the stroller and we headed out for a walk. We were passed by a snowmobile pulling a sled in our neighborhood :) Not something you see everyday, but sure looked like fun. Austin does not like the snow and wouldn't even take a step. So I guess we'll have to put off sledding for one more year.

This Friday we get to pick up my dear friend Cindy at the Redmond airport! She is staying with us for a week! We haven't seen each other in over a year, so there is lots to talk about and Austin will have someone to entertain. Cindy, your room is ready :)

It's 2008

I want to wish everyone a happy 2008. We had a fun evening with Michelle, Ryan, & Dylan.

After eating dinner Chris stayed and watched the kids while Michelle and I went to see P.S I love you. Great girlfriend movie! Michelle and I played a few hands of Uno & stayed up just long enough to see the ball drop. Then we went off to bed. So not too exciting. Usually I'm in bed by 10 on new years eve.

Austin seems to be coming down with another cold. He woke up this morning coughing a little and doesn't have much energy. Hopefully he's just worn out from playing for a day and a half with the boys.