March 27, 2010
Spring fun
Making bird nests for Easter. Most of the jelly bean ended up in someone's tummy, rather than on the nests!
Angry, because the cabinet won't open. Bad temper, this one.
Sharing snacks with our friend Max.
July 28, 2009
The Land of Enchantment
We took a much-needed vacation to New Mexico last week. We had such a wonderful time. Good food, weather, interesting people, beautiful scenery. Judson and Jackson had a great time with Gramma K and Great-Grandma Luetta. (will post pics from that later).
A semi fire at Clines Corner, NM. We have no idea what happened or if anyone was hurt, but you could see the smoke for miles. Once the gas tanks started to pop and sizzle, we decided to head on up to Santa Fe.
Shane and I under the arbor at our bed and breakfast. We stayed at the Cottonwood Inn. Our hosts were originally from Houston. The host, Brantly, was a geologist turned B&B owner in Toas. He is now living the simple life. Their 2-story adobe home is beautiful.
The entrance and the B&B.
Cool doors at the neighboring house. I wanted to steal them, but didn't have a pick-up. :)
We had fresh eggs from these lovely gals every morning. The rooster on the bale was a bit aggressive, and tried to chase us.
They painted the crazy-aggressive rooster on one of their lounge chairs...kind of funny!
Yummy wood-fired pizza from one of our favorite restaurants this trip.
Scene from our table at the pizzaria.
Taos Ski Valley was about 20˚ cooler than in the valley. BEAUTIFUL and lush.
Mountain Stream.
Funny sign up in Ski Valley. (Notice the weeds/grass...they do not mow much in these parts.)
View from the "Stakeout Restaurant."
Hummingbirds. They were everywhere, so many different kinds, too. They were so fun to watch. Our B&B had at least 10 feeders. And there were at least 25-30 buzzing around us on the patio. They can be a little nasty to each other.
Chille peppers. They are everywhere.
July 08, 2009
Please excuse my tardiness...
I am way behind on posting photos. I apologize. It has been a very busy summer so far, and I have had WAY to many "irons in the fire". Here are several photos from the past couple of months. Enjoy!
May - Judd celebrated his birthday...three times! He had 3 cakes and 3 parties within a month's time span. The sugar meter was running on overload.
Our trip to Wichita, where we took Judd to the zoo:
Judd in the rainforest...not too sure about the birds and bats. A little too close for comfort.
Daddy w/Judd...still keeping aware of his surroundings. Damn rain forest creatures lurking about.
The bear cave. He did not acknowledge the HUGE grizzly. He was more fascinated by the ominous rubber ball they played with.
Again, the ball.
A delivery came from the north. What could it be?
Oh boy, hell on wheels. Mommy's grey hair is coming in early.
The neighbor boy giving Judd a ride in his new wheels.
Yes, a small convoy was started.
Cake time!
Blowing out the candles.
This was a delicious and COOL 2nd birthday cake! Thanks Gramma!
Great-Grandma Luetta, Judd and Gramma K.
All of us.
Birthday party #3:
Grandpa Dave with yet another delivery from the north.
Cousin Avery and Judd
Grandpa Dave and Jack.
Grandma Pat, Judd and Avery
Grandma Pat and Jack
I have a feeling this wagon will be hooked to the tractor a lot!
June:
Jack - 5 mos
Judd- 2, Jack- 5 mos
Quarter to golf ball sized hail. Judd locked the door on mommy whilst she was outside taking pics. Then the tornado sirens went off. Thankfully, my adrenaline allowed me to bust open the door. The tornados were not in our area. WHEW. Mommy about had a heart attack.
Tornado activity in this storm. This was the 2nd time in the year mommy and the kiddos went to the basement.
Licking the beaters from Daddy's Father's Day cheesecake. No raw eggs were involved.
Lovin' the jump-a-roo.
Not sure about his first meal of sweet potatoes.
Judd didn't like the sweet potatoes either!
Happy Birthday Daddy!
Daddy and his boys.
Starting him on the green early.
This kid LOVES peas!
That's all folks!
4th of July
Finally taking time to post pics from the weekend! We spent a RELAXING time with most of the family. We stayed at my dad's for the weekend and Shane's family made the trek down to visit. We made a pit stop at the farm on our way back to Dodge City. Parades, Good Food & Family: I don't remember such wonderful and relaxing weekend. MUCH NEEDED. Thank you everyone for spoiling us and helping take care of our kiddos.
Grandpa Dave and Judson watering the garden. Judd is using his super powers.
Jackson just woke up...daddy still looks sleepy from an early morning of tractor wrangling.
Jack Loves his brother.
Part of the Johnson clan.
Happy Jack!
Looking at butterflies with Gramma K
Gramma's stud cold...maybe Shane and Amanda's someday if the price is right, Gramma! HAHA.
Gramma's filly
Johnson Brother's Quarter Horses have two yearlings in their herd already: Dorothy (Judd's palomino) & Dot (Jack's roan)
Judd looking for kittens in the barn
Grafel's cutting on Grandma's wheat. Picture perfect harvest weather. It just smelled like harvest in the air. Brings back lots of memories.
May 12, 2009
Jack @ 3 mos
Yes, I know I am late posting Jack's 3 month photos. I am trying to post once a week again. So, stay tuned!
Trip to the Good Life...
Our travels this weekend took us to "the Good Life". We helped Shane's dad brand nearly 400 baby calves. It was a small crew, but we got the job done, and had very few injuries!
A few shots from one of our breaks. There wasn't much time to take pics while giving vaccines.
Chloe, Izzy and Judd having fun outside...Jack played it cool inside most of the day.
And a few pics from our trip to Oberlin. We had to stop and see Gramma K and the boys ponies, Dorothy and Dot.
And fun on Uncle Andy's old scooter with Gramma K....he loved it!
April 09, 2009
March 28, 2009
March 20, 2009
Free Babysitting
Since starting back to work, I've enlisted in a new baby sitting service...provided by Judson. And he is a very good helper and likes to give Jack 'lots of kisses... he is such a wonderful big brother, and very entertaining to his little brother. Jack sure gets a kick out of him!!
And a dirty look from Judson...
