Day Two Hundred Fifty Two 2011

Grandson Elijah has looked forward to running in the Cougar Run ever since he was old enough to watch his big sister run this time every September. It is his school's only fundraiser for the year. The kids collect pledges for each lap run or contributions for a lump sum. I don't know how many laps he ran, but I do know that he ran most of the time. He was pretty worn out by that last lap and was more than ready for that cup of cold water. Way to run, little Cougar! You did a great job. I'm so proud of you!

Day Two Hundred Fifty One 2011

Today was Hat Day and Crazy Hair Day at grandson Elijah's school. Since there wasn't much he could do with his hair to make it crazy, he wore a hat. All day. He even wore it when he got to my house.

Also displaying her school spirit, grand daughter Shelby wore a school T shirt and watched a volleyball game today as she continues to enjoy all the fun activities during homecoming week. Tomorrow night is the big dance. Hope it's everything she imagines it will be. 

Day Two Hundred Fifty 2011

Middle Of The Week Randomness….

Lots of soggy leaves on my deck right now. This one is outlined in water. I like this effect and it’s not even an effect.

While I was out in the cold and damp day, taking some pictures, our neighbor’s cat followed me around, making a general nuisance of herself. She’s apparently starved for attention. She’s a dark mustard yellow and is really washed out in the picture. Sweet kitty. I kept saying Go home!

Two of my favorite things: Peanut Butter M&M’s and a vintage Mason jar. It will be empty soon.

Another one of my favorite things: grand daughter Shelby striking a pose, showing off her outfit she wore for Cowboy Day at her school. It is homecoming week, and she is just about maxxed out with excitement.

And another one of my favorite things: grandson Elijah who is also striking a pose, showing off the outfit he wore for Tacky Day at his school. He is looking forward to Friday when he can participate in his first Cougar Run—his school’s only fundraiser for the year. Can’t wait to  watch him. Happy Middle of the Week, everyone!

Day Two Hundred Forty Nine 2011

What a blessing this rainfall has been the last three days! My only regret is that I can’t send some of it to Texas and other mid-western states that need it so badly right now.

Day Two Hundred Forty Eight 2011

Julia in Solaris color

Elijah says don’t take my picture!

Sarah and Shelby sharing a random moment and some vanilla chai and hot chocolate

Grandpa Neil watches Elijah play Angry Birds on his mom’s iPod

My drink of choice: Frozen Hot Chocolate

Watching funny videos on Kerry’s iPad

Labor Day Weekend has been a washout weather wise with lots of much needed rain and cooler temperatures, but that’s OK. Today was a great day to hang out with Peeps at Poet’s On The Square coffeehouse and enjoy yummy drinks and each other’s crazy company. We  had to keep borrowing chairs from other tables as the nine of us packed ourselves around two tables. I always enjoy the time we get to spend together here and looking forward to doing it all over again ASAP.