Swim lessons are in full swing and I love being there to lend a hand or lap. Here I've got Miss A and Peanut in my lap, trying to stay warm.  I'm actually taking extra beach towels today to wrap them in, because it is so cold here. It rained last night, which we need and the firefighters in Evergreen were very thankful for.
  Firstly, although we were expecting "the call" during the night-daughter thought the time was coming, we didn't receive any wake up calls.  Maybe today.  She has said this baby is so unlike any others that she has had and she just doesn't know what to expect; I'm glad she is seeing the dr. tomorrow, if she hasn't had the wee one by then.  I don't think she'll be going to that appt. though.
For all of you who mentioned you have similar issues with inactive blogs; if you read the comments on my post yesterday, from the OP Pack, about deleting them, you will find good advice about Google Reader.  I followed the steps my friend listed and actually "unsubscribed" to the bogus blog-although Google Reader did say I didn't subscribe to it.  My question then, is how in the world it kept showing up on my blogger reader. 
I am going to go back and see if I can delete some of those blogs that are no longer active. 
Since it is outdoor Wednesday, try to get out and enjoy your day!
Hugs, Noreen & Hunter

An Alert

Heads up fellow bloggers~tonight while going through my reader I came across a blog name I didn't recognize, one I've never joined or followed.  The posts are all ads for products.  As I researched it, I found that the name on the blog address was  a blog I used to follow but she hasn't been posting this year.  I'm not sure how, but when I checked it out of Goggle +, I found it is a guy and I've never done anything to get him in my reading list.  I've also had problems this last year with deleting blogs that are now longer active.  This blog is called Montana; and of course there is no reader list on the side panel to delete my name off of.  If anyone has any advice or ways to delete a blog, so they won't keep popping up with ads, please let me know.  Thanks.

Good Morning Friends~I hope you had a great Monday; I did-between swim lessons and my dental checkup and cleaning, errands and having tea with a friend, it was splendid.  I got a good cleaning at the dentist but she mentioned, since I don't go in every six months, that it would be a good idea to get a Sonicare toothbrush.  If you are like me, you've probably had electric toothbrushes in the past.  I am pretty fanatical about keeping my teeth clean(so you ask why I don't go in every six months-we have no dental insurance); when my hygienist told me that this electric toothbrush would help keep the tarter under control around my crowns and also help my gums stay in better shape-well I knew I had to go get one.  I will say I should have ordered it on Amazon, but I wanted to start using it immediately.   As we age, I think it is more important to keep our gums healthy, especially if you weren't gifted with perfect teeth.  I won't know until next February if it was worth the $$$ I paid but if it helps a little bit, then I'm sure I'll be happy.  I've gotten to where I hate going to the doctor and dentist. 
So we are still awaiting that call; I talked to my girl last night and she was thinking, due to how busy their day is today, that it would probably happen today.  Every time the phone rings, I wonder.
Today I've just got swim lessons on the schedule and babysitting two of the youngest granddaughters for a few hours this evening; I really need to start sewing some PJ's for one daughter's family!  Yesterday my foot was bothering my quite a bit, so I didn't go on a walk or bike ride; today it is better so thinking a walk with Hunter sounds good.  I'm not sure what was happening with my foot-except that my ankle has still been bruised since the big dog took me down.  Our weather has turned cool here, such a bummer, so not sure what my afternoon will hold.
I hope you have a lovely day filled with blessings from above.
Hugs,  Noreen & Hunter

Hunter Won A Sweet Relish Box

 

Last week, while checking out some blogs we hadn't visited before, I came across
My Brown Newfies.  Being that our youngest daughter has a Newfie mix, I was intrigued that Jen was doing a product review for Opie & Dixie blog and specifically Rosemary Snoutstik; a product that helps combat allergies, dry skin and irritations.  My daughter's Newfie mix has always had a very dry and often irritated nose, so I thought I'd enter the giveaway.  I was so thrilled when the box arrived on Friday; the contents smelled so good and Hunter came running before I even opened it.  We received Oatmeal & Almond Shampoo, Botanical Creme Rinse & Conditioner, Healing Paw Balm and the Rosemary Snoustik.  I can tell you that the shampoo and creme rinse smell heavenly; I'm anxious to try it out on Hunter.  For those who take their dogs on long hikes or runs, I think the healing paw balm would be wonderful.  I'm taking the Snoutstik to my girls house to apply it on her Samson.
Please drop by Jen at mybrownnewfies.com and say hello.  She has a great blog and her Newfies are wonderful dogs.  If you are interested in any of the products, you can find more info here:   http://www.opieanddixie.com/ .
We are still awaiting the phone call.  We saw our Carrie yesterday and she looked good; everyone is so eager to meet the newest member of their family.  We also went on two bike rides, equalling almost ten miles.  I'd like to ride every day; however once we have a houseful of kiddos, the rides will have to wait.
Hope you all had a great weekend.  Remember to seize the day!
Noreen & Hunter

 

Do you ever have those moments when you are trying to get a good photo of your pet and he/she just won't cooperate with you? Such was the case last evening, when I was trying to get a pic of Hunter all groomed up. Of course it didn't help that hubby was not here to take the photo while I teased him with a tidbit. So, his ears are a bit shorter in the hopes that he will get less mats and he looks so nice and clean. It would seem that we are on baby watch and are expecting our daughter to have the baby this weekend sometime. We will take the other children and won't actually know what the sex is until the children have been to the hospital to meet their new sibling. This was there choice-no facetime or text or calls; they want to be able to go and meet the newest addition in person; which is all very sweet except that we have to wait until after they've met our newest grandchild, so that we can meet him or her. Bets are still on as to whether Carrie will have a boy or girl; I'll just be happy when they are home and resting. Today is also our towns massive garage sale and although I won't be out first thing this morning, I will be going out Saturday with Kam. I also start a short summer bible study today with a small group; I'm excited to spend time with the gals and study the Word. I hope you have a wonderful Friday and awesome weekend!
Joy comes in the morning(no this is not the girls name)just reminded me of an old song.
Anxiously awaiting,
Noreen & Hunter

Thankful Thursday

I can't believe it is already after noon!  I want to thank all of you who lifted up my sil, concerning her surgery.  Susan is much more than just a sister in law, she is a best friend, encourager, and the epitome of love, hospitality and graciousness.  When I heard that she was "having a minor procedure" done, I was concerned; you see she has diabetes and that always complicates health issues.  Her minor procedure was having a stint put in one of the arteries of her heart.  These days, we have known lots of folks that have had this procedure and while it isn't as difficult as it once was, it is still serious.  I am thankful to say that although she had two stints put in, she was released yesterday late afternoon and is home doing well.  I told her that our family just needs and loves her too much; she must take care of herself. 
This morning hubby and I dropped Hunter off at the groomers and then headed to DMV again; we went yesterday morning and didn't have all the paper work to register the Highlander. When we went back yesterday afternoon, the line was so long we knew we'd be waiting over two hours, so decided go back today.  Unfortunately, we still didn't have all the paperwork and have to wait ten days to get the title to our new vehicle.  Since we had our morning free, we headed to the grocery store to stock up-my pantry looked bare. I also tend to stock up during these months of tornado season and needed a few more items.  We got the call that our pup was done and oh how handsome he looks-in fact, he'll be on FB tonight.  So today, we are giving thanks for all the blessings in our lives-family and talented/gifted surgeons who take care of health problems, a loyal and adorable pup, the blessings of nice weather with no tornadoes and for life.  Live it to its fullest.
Hugs to you,
Noreen & Hunter

Outdoor Wednesday

Good Morning to you~It's a new day filled with endless possibilities and hope. Prayers going up for those in Kansas that were impacted by the tornado yesterday. Our sky is dark this morning; we were awakened to thunder and hard rain and I'm wondering if we are going to be able to walk in a bit. Hubby took this photo on his I-Phone and it was so clear and pretty but here it looks like our weather this morning.  I hope you have a great day and seize the moment.
 My dear sil is having surgery this morning and just want her to know that we all need her so very much and love her beyond words. Get better quickly, sister of my heart.
Blessings, Noreen & Hunter