Getting ready to head out on a camping trip for the weekend.
Doug & Heidi invited us to share the weekend with them camping.
We are headed South and West toward Aspen. We are going to a place called the US Forest Service Difficult Campground. Difficult Campground is located within the boundaries of the White River National Forest at an elevation of 8,180 feet.
This will be our first time camping in about 5 years. The last time we camped was just overnite in the Tetons. This will be for 3 days. Will my back handle it? Time will tell. Keep posted.
While there we will hopefully be able to go the Maroon Bells. A place that we have heard about for years from other photographers as a great place to go. Anytime of the day should be good for pictures. Will let you know what we find.
Preparing for cool weather at nite....expected to be in 30's or 40's.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Red Wing Marsh
We took a drive west to Red Wing Marsh tonite. Took a 30 minute walk around the area. Found a fisherman trying his hand at catching bass --- no luck.
Looks like a great place to explore in the early spring.
Will be back.
Many red wing black birds singing in the weeds.
Looks like a great place to explore in the early spring.
Will be back.
Many red wing black birds singing in the weeds.
Bobcat Ridge Natural Area
On Monday evening, we decided to explore one of the Open Space areas in the Fort Collins Area. We drove about 25 miles southwest to the Bobcat Ridge Natural Area for a short walk and hopefully a great sunset. Area closes at sunset so we knew we had limited time for this walk.
The drive to the Natural Area took us on a road that led around the perimeter of Horsetooth Reservoir. Very beautiful. A busy area of boaters and campers. We put on our long sleeves, sprayed on the bug repellent and set off down the trail. Either the repellent worked or there were no mosquitoes here at all. We lucked out! Good paths to walk on and someplace we will definitely come back to in the future when we have more time to explore.
A bright full moon led us home! Beautiful orange in color. No camera available so you will have to use your imaginations.
However, we do have these pictures to share of the Natural Area.
The drive to the Natural Area took us on a road that led around the perimeter of Horsetooth Reservoir. Very beautiful. A busy area of boaters and campers. We put on our long sleeves, sprayed on the bug repellent and set off down the trail. Either the repellent worked or there were no mosquitoes here at all. We lucked out! Good paths to walk on and someplace we will definitely come back to in the future when we have more time to explore.
A bright full moon led us home! Beautiful orange in color. No camera available so you will have to use your imaginations.
However, we do have these pictures to share of the Natural Area.
Another drive home to Colorado
On Saturday, July 24th, we started out early from the "Fried's B & B" in Waukesha and headed to Oak Creek to drop off some moving straps that we had borrowed from Jason W. Also wanted to see if he needed any help because of the heavy rainfall the night before. He said the family was doing ok even though they had lost power temporarily.
Basement flooding - a real problem sometimes.
We took off for Colorado about 8:30AM and our destination for the evening was somewhere around Omaha, NE. Not knowing what was planned in Omaha, we did not know if there would be rooms available. Instead of taking our "normal" route heading South and West along 43, 39 and then HWY 80 we decided to take a more scenic route for a change. This came about because of a discussion we had with the Fried's the night before as to how they came back to MKE the last time they were in Colorado. The route along 151 and 20 proved to be much more scenic and great for a diversion.
We listened to an audio book on the way (Peter did and I napped off and on. Always waking up when something important happened! Peter did fill me in). Only made stops for the bathrooms, water, ice, coffee and gas along the way. Made good time and arrived in the Omaha area around 6PM. As we began checking motels for a place to stay that night, we soon found that there were several major activities planned for the weekend and we would find it very difficult to find accommodations. We plugged in motels on our GPS in nearby locations and came up with Goodman, NE. Very small town with not much going on. We were tired, hungry and did not care at that point, so we took the room. Stopped at the local cafe for a bite to eat before hitting the bed.
Took off early on Sunday morning hoping to arrive back home in Colorado by mid afternoon. Weather was much cooler than our last trip making the drive more pleasant. We continued to listen to our book....this time I stayed awake! Arrived home by 4PM and unloaded our van. Looking for something cold to drink, we opened the freezer to get some ice only to find that the freezer/refrigerator was not working! We called management and were told that we would have to wait until Monday to check on a repair. Luckily we still had our other freezer stored in the garage, so we plugged that in and put our foodstuffs in there. Better freezing it than having it spoil I guess!
Monday came with a repairman. But we were told that he did not service our brand, we would have to get service from Sears. Another call to management told us that we would have to wait until Thursday afternoon to get it repaired. We were not happy to say the least, and after another call we were told that they could come out on Tuesday morning. That they did! And now we have a working refrigerator/freezer. Headed out to the store to replenish our larder. So much fun in 2 days!
Basement flooding - a real problem sometimes.
We took off for Colorado about 8:30AM and our destination for the evening was somewhere around Omaha, NE. Not knowing what was planned in Omaha, we did not know if there would be rooms available. Instead of taking our "normal" route heading South and West along 43, 39 and then HWY 80 we decided to take a more scenic route for a change. This came about because of a discussion we had with the Fried's the night before as to how they came back to MKE the last time they were in Colorado. The route along 151 and 20 proved to be much more scenic and great for a diversion.
We listened to an audio book on the way (Peter did and I napped off and on. Always waking up when something important happened! Peter did fill me in). Only made stops for the bathrooms, water, ice, coffee and gas along the way. Made good time and arrived in the Omaha area around 6PM. As we began checking motels for a place to stay that night, we soon found that there were several major activities planned for the weekend and we would find it very difficult to find accommodations. We plugged in motels on our GPS in nearby locations and came up with Goodman, NE. Very small town with not much going on. We were tired, hungry and did not care at that point, so we took the room. Stopped at the local cafe for a bite to eat before hitting the bed.
Took off early on Sunday morning hoping to arrive back home in Colorado by mid afternoon. Weather was much cooler than our last trip making the drive more pleasant. We continued to listen to our book....this time I stayed awake! Arrived home by 4PM and unloaded our van. Looking for something cold to drink, we opened the freezer to get some ice only to find that the freezer/refrigerator was not working! We called management and were told that we would have to wait until Monday to check on a repair. Luckily we still had our other freezer stored in the garage, so we plugged that in and put our foodstuffs in there. Better freezing it than having it spoil I guess!
Monday came with a repairman. But we were told that he did not service our brand, we would have to get service from Sears. Another call to management told us that we would have to wait until Thursday afternoon to get it repaired. We were not happy to say the least, and after another call we were told that they could come out on Tuesday morning. That they did! And now we have a working refrigerator/freezer. Headed out to the store to replenish our larder. So much fun in 2 days!
Saturday, July 24, 2010
Cleaning out our storage unit.
On Friday morning, we went to the storage unit to pick up the art work and display units that we intended to use at the Milwaukee Artist Marketplace on Saturday. It was again raining and had been raining through most of the night. We discussed the pros and cons of setting up our tent and art work at the lakefront if this weather was going to continue. We decided that it really would not be wise to set up everything and then be caught in a downpour. This happened to us in June when we were at a show in West Allis and some of our inventory was spoiled. We did not want that to happen again, so we opted out of the show. It was a disappointment, but probably the wiser thing to do.
We did several errands during the day and then headed back to the Fried home. Paul & Maris had plans for the evening that were canceled because of the poor weather so they chose to come along with us for a fish fry with some of the Skiba's on the south side in St. Francis.
We did several errands during the day and then headed back to the Fried home. Paul & Maris had plans for the evening that were canceled because of the poor weather so they chose to come along with us for a fish fry with some of the Skiba's on the south side in St. Francis.
Friday, July 23, 2010
Flight to MKE
On Thursday morning, we finished loading our pictures onto our website for our representative to review, we finished packing and then waited a bit for the shuttle to arrive.
By 10:30 the shuttle was here for us. Door to Door service - not bad! Certainly a lot easier than having us drive to DIA, pay to park and then pick up the car when we return home. Thanks Doug for the tip!
Ride to the airport went relatively well except for the lack of AC on the bus. Very hot and stuffy!
Arrived at the airport at about 1:45PM. Plenty of time to catch our flight to MKE. After checking in and grabbing a bite to eat we walked to the area where our plane would take off only to find that it was going to be delayed another hour. Apparently the plane that we were going to board was coming in from an area where the weather was a bit dicey. We boarded at about 4 only to be told that the weather in MKE was not good and we may have to divert to Minneapolis. In order to be safe, the pilot had the plane filled to the max in case we did have to go to Minneapolis.
Several planes were in line waiting for takeoff. Others had been delayed as well. During our wait time we were treated to a delightful lightning show. Beginning of the flight was a bit bumpy, but as we made it above the clouds all settled down. That is until we neared MKE. We were told by the pilot that he was going to try once to land and if that was not possible we would head north to the Twin Cities.
The clouds that we went through were phenomenal! They were huge! This part of the flight was beautiful, wondrous and a tad frightening all at the same time. I love looking at the various cloud formations and to be right in the middle of them was stunning. By the way, I only lost one fingernail during this time!
As we landed, we noticed that both sides of the runway were covered in water. It was like landing in a lake. We were told later that the airport had actually been closed down a bit before we landed because of tornado warnings. Landing was relatively smooth and we all gave the pilots a big round of applause!
We had to wait for our luggage for a couple of hours because of the torrential downpour and the basement of the airport having too much water in it. Our friend, Paul Fried was again waiting for us at the airport to take us to their home for the weekend. But we could not get out of the airport because it had again been shut down. We were told that we were the last plane to land before closing. Many people apparently spent the nite in the airport waiting for connections. We were very lucky! As soon as luggage was gathered we made our way out of the airport.
Before leaving, we had a chance to watch some of the news reports on TV to find that we had flown through and landed in one of the worst rain storms since 1986. 7" in less than an hour in some parts of the city. A sink hole on the east side that swallowed a car and driver. More rain than the area obviously needed.
Paul found a safe way home and we all headed to bed knowing that we would have to rise early in the morning for a trip to the Clinic for blood work!
Another exciting trip. What else would be coming our way? Wait and see.
By 10:30 the shuttle was here for us. Door to Door service - not bad! Certainly a lot easier than having us drive to DIA, pay to park and then pick up the car when we return home. Thanks Doug for the tip!
Ride to the airport went relatively well except for the lack of AC on the bus. Very hot and stuffy!
Arrived at the airport at about 1:45PM. Plenty of time to catch our flight to MKE. After checking in and grabbing a bite to eat we walked to the area where our plane would take off only to find that it was going to be delayed another hour. Apparently the plane that we were going to board was coming in from an area where the weather was a bit dicey. We boarded at about 4 only to be told that the weather in MKE was not good and we may have to divert to Minneapolis. In order to be safe, the pilot had the plane filled to the max in case we did have to go to Minneapolis.
Several planes were in line waiting for takeoff. Others had been delayed as well. During our wait time we were treated to a delightful lightning show. Beginning of the flight was a bit bumpy, but as we made it above the clouds all settled down. That is until we neared MKE. We were told by the pilot that he was going to try once to land and if that was not possible we would head north to the Twin Cities.
The clouds that we went through were phenomenal! They were huge! This part of the flight was beautiful, wondrous and a tad frightening all at the same time. I love looking at the various cloud formations and to be right in the middle of them was stunning. By the way, I only lost one fingernail during this time!
As we landed, we noticed that both sides of the runway were covered in water. It was like landing in a lake. We were told later that the airport had actually been closed down a bit before we landed because of tornado warnings. Landing was relatively smooth and we all gave the pilots a big round of applause!
We had to wait for our luggage for a couple of hours because of the torrential downpour and the basement of the airport having too much water in it. Our friend, Paul Fried was again waiting for us at the airport to take us to their home for the weekend. But we could not get out of the airport because it had again been shut down. We were told that we were the last plane to land before closing. Many people apparently spent the nite in the airport waiting for connections. We were very lucky! As soon as luggage was gathered we made our way out of the airport.
Before leaving, we had a chance to watch some of the news reports on TV to find that we had flown through and landed in one of the worst rain storms since 1986. 7" in less than an hour in some parts of the city. A sink hole on the east side that swallowed a car and driver. More rain than the area obviously needed.
Paul found a safe way home and we all headed to bed knowing that we would have to rise early in the morning for a trip to the Clinic for blood work!
Another exciting trip. What else would be coming our way? Wait and see.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Call for Images
On Wednesday morning, we received a phone call from our representative saying that the hospital that was purchasing several of our images wanted to see more images that said "Springtime". As we were leaving for Milwaukee the next morning, we had to look through our stock quickly in order to gather together images that would meet her requirements. By late in the evening we had put together what we thought were images suitable for the space and uploaded them for review.
Began our packing at about midnight and then crashed for the evening.
At least this time we did not have to have the shuttle service pick us up at 3AM. A more reasonable hour of 10:30 was picked in order to get us to the Denver Airport on time for our flight at 3:15.
Began our packing at about midnight and then crashed for the evening.
At least this time we did not have to have the shuttle service pick us up at 3AM. A more reasonable hour of 10:30 was picked in order to get us to the Denver Airport on time for our flight at 3:15.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Emily's Birthday Party
On Saturday we celebrated Emily's 3rd birthday while everyone was still in Fort Collins. Emily had a great time with the cupcakes and opening her gifts.
Her yellow tutu, wand and tiara were a big hit!
Her yellow tutu, wand and tiara were a big hit!
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Emily Climbing to new heights!
Seems you can't leave Emily and a tall object alone for long.
While Peter, Doug & Andy were in the basement setting up shelves and unpacking boxes, Emily decided to venture on down and investigate what was happening.
Quickly she found something to climb on and was very proud of her accomplishments, Even though the adults standing around were a bit taken aback!
What a climber!
Monday, July 19, 2010
The entire Skiba Family
All together in one place for a change!
Doug, Heidi, Molly, Hailey, Andy, Tara, Emily, Renee & Peter (the photographer who ran into the picture at the last second!)
Doug, Heidi, Molly, Hailey, Andy, Tara, Emily, Renee & Peter (the photographer who ran into the picture at the last second!)
Sunday with the Family
Yesterday we celebrated Emily's 3rd birthday.
Doug, Heidi and Molly left after breakfast to go climbing at Veedauwoo in Wyoming. About an hour north of here.
Andy, Tara, Hailey and Emily left early as well to return to their home in Lander, Wy.
Before leaving we were able to take some pictures of the family. It is not often that we have the chance for all of us to get together. Last time was actually 3 years ago.
Emily, Hailey and Molly
Doug, Heidi and Molly left after breakfast to go climbing at Veedauwoo in Wyoming. About an hour north of here.
Andy, Tara, Hailey and Emily left early as well to return to their home in Lander, Wy.
Before leaving we were able to take some pictures of the family. It is not often that we have the chance for all of us to get together. Last time was actually 3 years ago.
Emily, Hailey and Molly
Trying to figure out the wiring for the sprinkler system
In Colorado it is very dry, unlike what it was like in Milwaukee. So we have an irrigation system here for watering the lawns. Seems ours was set by the builder to go off several times a day and the yard was drowning. Felt like a swamp.
Here are Peter & Doug trying to figure out the system and cut back on the watering.
Hooray! Now we have cut back on the water consumption!
Thanks guys.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Baking and decorating cupcakes for Emily's 3rd Birthday
Emily showing us how old she is!
A look from the balcony.....
The weather has been very warm here in Fort Collins. 90's all week. So in order to make the cupcakes for Emily's birthday I had to get up early to bake them. When the girls awoke, they came downstairs for breakfast and a little decorating time with grandma. What a hoot trying to juggle 2 girls, frosting, sprinkles etc. All turned out well and the family enjoyed the cupcakes later that evening.
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Arrival in Fort Collins
We arrived back home in Fort Collins around 6PM after leaving Omaha this morning about 7:30AM. Thankfully it was not as hot today as it was yesterday. We did have the rest of our audio book to listen to so that made travel easier.
Only stops we made were to the gas station and the rest areas.
Somewhat of an uneventful day.
Happy to make it home safely. Still find it hard to believe that we are now calling Colorado "home".
We have the movers coming early in the morning to help us unload the truck. It will be good to have all of our belongings in one State at least. Andy, Tara, Hailey and Emily will arrive in the early afternoon from Wyoming to help us set up beds, shelves etc. They will be staying until Sunday morning. On Saturday we will be celebrating Emily's 3rd birthday. Cupcakes for everyone which she will help decorate.
In the evening Doug & Heidi will arrive from Golden, Colorado to spend the night. It will be good to have the entire family in one place again. Has been about 3 years since that last happened.
All in all it was a good day. We are both happy to be home and anxious to unload the truck and see our family tomorrow.
Only stops we made were to the gas station and the rest areas.
Somewhat of an uneventful day.
Happy to make it home safely. Still find it hard to believe that we are now calling Colorado "home".
We have the movers coming early in the morning to help us unload the truck. It will be good to have all of our belongings in one State at least. Andy, Tara, Hailey and Emily will arrive in the early afternoon from Wyoming to help us set up beds, shelves etc. They will be staying until Sunday morning. On Saturday we will be celebrating Emily's 3rd birthday. Cupcakes for everyone which she will help decorate.
In the evening Doug & Heidi will arrive from Golden, Colorado to spend the night. It will be good to have the entire family in one place again. Has been about 3 years since that last happened.
All in all it was a good day. We are both happy to be home and anxious to unload the truck and see our family tomorrow.
Moving from Milwaukee for the 2nd time
Paul & Maris helping us once again with our move.
On this day, we moved the remainder of our items out of the storage unit in Milwaukee into our truck.
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Arrival in Omaha
It's Wednesday. And we are in Omaha.
Began the day very early at the home of Paul and Maris Fried. We have been staying with them in Menomonee Falls since they picked us up at the airport in MKE last Thursday morning. It is so wonderful having friends that we can count on. Thanks again guys for your great hospitality, and we'll see you in one week. Again at the airport. Remember, you are always welcome at our new abode in Fort Collins.
So the day began early. We drove to the Penske Truck Rental store on Hwy 100 & North Ave. to pick up our 26' truck. Peter drove the truck and the 3 of us drove in the van to the storage unit on Hwy 100 and Layton. By 8AM the movers that we had hired showed up. Began by emptying the unit out and putting everything on the roadway to see how we could load the truck. Little things were sorted through and put into boxes. The 2 movers were lacking in experience for moving and really did not know how to make the best use out of the space that was available. So again, Peter had to go into the truck and rearrange all sorts of things in order to make room for everything. We did get everything in that we needed and only had to leave behind a propane tank for the grill with Paul & Maris. We will pick that up next time. (One week from now, believe it or not!)
We had it all packed, said our good byes and headed out on the road by 10AM. We were glad to have started early as it was going to be a very hot day.
Nothing exciting on the road for the first several hours. We stopped at a rest area and took a much needed nap about 2:30 and then hit the road again. The only stops we made were for gasoline and some chicken nuggets at McDonald's.
About 7PM we were about 90 minutes outside of Omaha where we planned on staying and a terrific storm started. Rain came down in buckets. Lightening all around. We slowed to about 35 mph with our flashers on. Some truckers were pulled over. But we made it. And just before getting to Omaha, the sun came out and we saw 2 great rainbows! Is that an omen or what?
Heading to bed. Up again at 5 tomorrow morning and then sleeping in our own bed tomorrow nite. Hurray!
Began the day very early at the home of Paul and Maris Fried. We have been staying with them in Menomonee Falls since they picked us up at the airport in MKE last Thursday morning. It is so wonderful having friends that we can count on. Thanks again guys for your great hospitality, and we'll see you in one week. Again at the airport. Remember, you are always welcome at our new abode in Fort Collins.
So the day began early. We drove to the Penske Truck Rental store on Hwy 100 & North Ave. to pick up our 26' truck. Peter drove the truck and the 3 of us drove in the van to the storage unit on Hwy 100 and Layton. By 8AM the movers that we had hired showed up. Began by emptying the unit out and putting everything on the roadway to see how we could load the truck. Little things were sorted through and put into boxes. The 2 movers were lacking in experience for moving and really did not know how to make the best use out of the space that was available. So again, Peter had to go into the truck and rearrange all sorts of things in order to make room for everything. We did get everything in that we needed and only had to leave behind a propane tank for the grill with Paul & Maris. We will pick that up next time. (One week from now, believe it or not!)
We had it all packed, said our good byes and headed out on the road by 10AM. We were glad to have started early as it was going to be a very hot day.
Nothing exciting on the road for the first several hours. We stopped at a rest area and took a much needed nap about 2:30 and then hit the road again. The only stops we made were for gasoline and some chicken nuggets at McDonald's.
About 7PM we were about 90 minutes outside of Omaha where we planned on staying and a terrific storm started. Rain came down in buckets. Lightening all around. We slowed to about 35 mph with our flashers on. Some truckers were pulled over. But we made it. And just before getting to Omaha, the sun came out and we saw 2 great rainbows! Is that an omen or what?
Heading to bed. Up again at 5 tomorrow morning and then sleeping in our own bed tomorrow nite. Hurray!
Monday, July 12, 2010
Wisconsin Lutheran College Art Fair
We arrived at the College about 6:30AM on Saturday and checked in with the Fair organizers. About 40 exhibitors were expected to arrive for the show that would last from 9 to 5PM. After finding our assigned area, we parked and proceeded to unload everything from our van. Of course things were more difficult as we had forgotten to load our wheeled cart and we had to walk through the rec area and take the elevator up two floors to the showing area. About 10 loads was sufficient to haul it all up. We were both tired and perspiring. Looked like it was going to be a very warm day. Thank heaven we were under a tree where there was promise of some shade. The exhibitors on the other end of the commons area were not so lucky and were stationed in the direct sun!
The fair appeared to be a very popular one in the area. Fair goers showed up all day to look at the art work and to hear the music that was provided. One of the bigger draws of the day was the Kids from Wisconsin.
We saw several friends that stopped by. It was a good day to catch up and to sell a bit of our inventory so that we would not have to load everything back up again. About 3:30 it was starting to look like rain, the crowds were dwindling and all agreed to break down the fair about 4 before getting wet. Several trips later down the stairs with our equipment and we were ready to leave. Plans were to store everything once again in the storage unit in Hales Corners for the next show on July 24th.
Stopped for dinner and watched the storm from inside where it was dry and the food was welcomed after a long day.
The fair appeared to be a very popular one in the area. Fair goers showed up all day to look at the art work and to hear the music that was provided. One of the bigger draws of the day was the Kids from Wisconsin.
We saw several friends that stopped by. It was a good day to catch up and to sell a bit of our inventory so that we would not have to load everything back up again. About 3:30 it was starting to look like rain, the crowds were dwindling and all agreed to break down the fair about 4 before getting wet. Several trips later down the stairs with our equipment and we were ready to leave. Plans were to store everything once again in the storage unit in Hales Corners for the next show on July 24th.
Stopped for dinner and watched the storm from inside where it was dry and the food was welcomed after a long day.
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Time to return to Milwaukee
Well, I guess its that time once again folks....
Must return to Milwaukee for another truck load of our belongings.
We are headed back to Milwaukee today to do an art show this weekend at the Wisconsin Lutheran College and to empty out our storage unit in Milwaukee.
Woke very early this morning at 2 AM with only about 2 hours sleep in order to catch a shuttle to Denver Airport. The night before we leave it always seems difficult to settle down and get some good sleep. Suppose it doesn't help matters much when we continue working and packing until about midnight!
Arrived at the Airport with about an hour to spare. Check in went fairly normal for us....that is I have to be wanded! Have rarely been able to get through without setting off the alarm. My magnetic personality?!
We arrived in Milwaukee at 6:30AM to find our friends, Paul and Maris waiting for us with our van that they had been storing at their home. On the way home we stopped for a bit of breakfast before going to Menomonee Falls where we promptly headed to our bed for the week and crashed! The rest of the day was just spent catching up and relaxing. In the evening we went to Bastille Days which is one of our yearly traditions. Peter ran in the 9PM 5K run! After only a bit of sleep a very intense couple of weeks and very warm temperatures, it was great to see him finish.
On Friday our friends left for their annual Fried Fest near Stevens Point. We headed to our storage unit to pick up and sort through the art work and display units that we were going to take with us to the Art Fair at the Wisconsin Lutheran College on Saturday. Long day and early to bed. Rising early on Saturday to be at the College by 6:30 for set up!
Must return to Milwaukee for another truck load of our belongings.
We are headed back to Milwaukee today to do an art show this weekend at the Wisconsin Lutheran College and to empty out our storage unit in Milwaukee.
Woke very early this morning at 2 AM with only about 2 hours sleep in order to catch a shuttle to Denver Airport. The night before we leave it always seems difficult to settle down and get some good sleep. Suppose it doesn't help matters much when we continue working and packing until about midnight!
Arrived at the Airport with about an hour to spare. Check in went fairly normal for us....that is I have to be wanded! Have rarely been able to get through without setting off the alarm. My magnetic personality?!
We arrived in Milwaukee at 6:30AM to find our friends, Paul and Maris waiting for us with our van that they had been storing at their home. On the way home we stopped for a bit of breakfast before going to Menomonee Falls where we promptly headed to our bed for the week and crashed! The rest of the day was just spent catching up and relaxing. In the evening we went to Bastille Days which is one of our yearly traditions. Peter ran in the 9PM 5K run! After only a bit of sleep a very intense couple of weeks and very warm temperatures, it was great to see him finish.
On Friday our friends left for their annual Fried Fest near Stevens Point. We headed to our storage unit to pick up and sort through the art work and display units that we were going to take with us to the Art Fair at the Wisconsin Lutheran College on Saturday. Long day and early to bed. Rising early on Saturday to be at the College by 6:30 for set up!
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Wed July 7th
More unpacking today.
Getting everything organized is a big job and it never seems to end.
We have some temporary window coverings up. Waiting for the blinds that we have ordered. Should be here by the end of the month.
We are packing for our trip back to Milwaukee.
We are scheduled to do the 2010 Fine Arts Fair at Wisconsin Lutheran College on Saturday July 10th.
Also will be attending (hopefully) Milwaukee's Bastille Days in East Town. Peter has plans to do the Midnight run. We'll see how tired he is after an early morning flight and lack of sleep! But for sure we will get a crepe and chocolate covered strawberry.
We are also picking up our last truck load of furnishings in Milwaukee. Will be good to have some furniture in our new home. Not very comfy sitting on the floor!
Getting everything organized is a big job and it never seems to end.
We have some temporary window coverings up. Waiting for the blinds that we have ordered. Should be here by the end of the month.
We are packing for our trip back to Milwaukee.
We are scheduled to do the 2010 Fine Arts Fair at Wisconsin Lutheran College on Saturday July 10th.
Also will be attending (hopefully) Milwaukee's Bastille Days in East Town. Peter has plans to do the Midnight run. We'll see how tired he is after an early morning flight and lack of sleep! But for sure we will get a crepe and chocolate covered strawberry.
We are also picking up our last truck load of furnishings in Milwaukee. Will be good to have some furniture in our new home. Not very comfy sitting on the floor!
Monday, July 5, 2010
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Happy July 4th
Sunday morning.
Peter and I are up early so that Peter can do the Firecracker 5 in downtown Fort Collins. It is his intentions (and mine) that we get fit now that we are in healthy Colorado. Peter feels that if he does not start soon with the running he may just put it off longer. I will walk as much of the course as possible.
We arrive at the course in City Park about 7:30. Seems like about 1000 people are here for the run. Some are true blue runners trying to set records, some are like Peter trying to complete the course and some are walkers. About 5 minutes into the race it begins to rain pretty hard, but that lasts only a few minutes and then the sun is back out again. We must be in Colorado, the sun always comes out!
Peter finishes the race in about 32 minutes. We grab a couple of bananas and head back home. We take the long way through the rural area north of town. Nice to see the cows, horses and fields.
Being over 60 and this being the first run of the season, we are tired, have a lite breakfast and then a much appreciated nap. Being retired, we can do that!
After unpacking a few more boxes and getting more organized, we head into town for a bite to eat in Old Town. Austins on College, a fine place to eat and do some people watching. After lunch we head over to look in the shops and listen to the live music being played in the square. A great way to spend the afternoon.
During dinner time, it begins to get dark out and radio is warning of high winds and rain. Rain and then sunshine. Double rainbow to the east of our house! Mixed in with fireworks.
It is after 9:00PM and we are still working. Think it is time for bed!
Peter and I are up early so that Peter can do the Firecracker 5 in downtown Fort Collins. It is his intentions (and mine) that we get fit now that we are in healthy Colorado. Peter feels that if he does not start soon with the running he may just put it off longer. I will walk as much of the course as possible.
We arrive at the course in City Park about 7:30. Seems like about 1000 people are here for the run. Some are true blue runners trying to set records, some are like Peter trying to complete the course and some are walkers. About 5 minutes into the race it begins to rain pretty hard, but that lasts only a few minutes and then the sun is back out again. We must be in Colorado, the sun always comes out!
Peter finishes the race in about 32 minutes. We grab a couple of bananas and head back home. We take the long way through the rural area north of town. Nice to see the cows, horses and fields.
Being over 60 and this being the first run of the season, we are tired, have a lite breakfast and then a much appreciated nap. Being retired, we can do that!
After unpacking a few more boxes and getting more organized, we head into town for a bite to eat in Old Town. Austins on College, a fine place to eat and do some people watching. After lunch we head over to look in the shops and listen to the live music being played in the square. A great way to spend the afternoon.
During dinner time, it begins to get dark out and radio is warning of high winds and rain. Rain and then sunshine. Double rainbow to the east of our house! Mixed in with fireworks.
It is after 9:00PM and we are still working. Think it is time for bed!
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Saturday morning in Fort Collins
Today is Saturday. The first day we were able to actually sleep until 7AM. Thanks in part to the temporary paper shades that we put up on the windows. Oh, and the windows were open and a beautiful mountain breeze was blowing. Good to wake up slowly for a change.
We are having our new bedroom furniture delivered right now!
Dressers! What a luxury.
Now I can unpack those pesky boxes that we have been working around for the past couple of days.
Today our plans will be to continue to unpack, find the place for recycling all of our boxes and paper that we have been accumulating, go to Mass at a different Church in downtown Fort Collins and then come home to relax.
Tomorrow the plan is to squeeze in some fireworks, perhaps a parade in downtown and of course some more unpacking!
Happy Fourth of July to all!
We are having our new bedroom furniture delivered right now!
Dressers! What a luxury.
Now I can unpack those pesky boxes that we have been working around for the past couple of days.
Today our plans will be to continue to unpack, find the place for recycling all of our boxes and paper that we have been accumulating, go to Mass at a different Church in downtown Fort Collins and then come home to relax.
Tomorrow the plan is to squeeze in some fireworks, perhaps a parade in downtown and of course some more unpacking!
Happy Fourth of July to all!
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