Mon.-Picked green beans and did some outside work before the heat hit. Heat index 102 apparently. Cleaned the living room, especially the book shelf, game cupboard, and bench beside the door. Also tidied my bedroom a little and cleaned the entryway to the man cave in prep for Sat. The CA neighbors are coming in this eve. so I turned on the air conditioners in the bedrooms and made up one bed and cleaned the basement a little. Susan mowed and weed whacked over there and got a nice sunburn. Michael worked on the farm and took extra insulation back to Lynchburg. He and Jordan floated down the river on inner tubes this eve. Phil and Freeman got home and turned around and went to a board meeting at church. Philip went home to work on his house. Susan and I will probably watch a movie and try to cool down. The AC is running constantly. 60 % chance of thunderstorms tonight. We can always hope.
Well, it's Tuesday, the 22nd and I am just getting back on here. Had a busy week getting ready for the pig roast on Sat. the 20th. Lee University Traveling Choir was here thanks to their director, Chris Carneal, who is a friend of ours from church. We had storm after storm come blowing in and tents and food and people got wet. Some took cover in their cars, barns, garage, and our house. Some went home. The last one was like a hurricane and then there was one more after that when it just rained. Some friends stayed and cleaned up for us. Made a world of difference. I was in the house during the worst storm and Wendy Brynan comes bursting through the front door asking if she could help with something. I screamed and screamed. Freeman knew it might happen and all kept it a secret. They stayed and visited for awhile that evening. Also, Tim Schaeur came and brought Dennis and Holly Miller. Amos and Rowena and Matt and Melanie, Durell and Melanie, and all their children were here. There were at least 300 people here. Everyone seemed to have a great time in spite of the hourly storms. A rainbow settled over the farm at the end and an eagle flew over close by as we cleaned up Sunday eve after our Father's Day meal together. Susan and I stayed home from church. So exhausted. Slept off and on all day. It's the second year we were stormed out in a row. We are thinking of moving the date to September.
Monday, June 15, 2015
Tuesday, June 9, 2015
Hertzler Doings~June 8-14, 2015
Mon.-Cleaned up outside. Took care of Nathan while Alli helped Susan clean Happy Valley. Went to 'IF' at Marva's in the eve. Asian theme. Took homemade egg rolls. Everything was wonderful and we had a great time. Stopped and picked up Teresa on the way. Rained earlier. Beautiful sunset.
Tues.-Cleaned up the cottage and barn and some porch clutter. Made supper and had Alli and Nathan over. Gator rides and Nathan stretched out his leg to relax just like he saw his daddy and granddaddy do earlier. So cute. We watched Sandlot. Guys got home late from Richmond.
Wed.-Michael mowed here. Susan worked at Happy Valley. I went with Lori K. to shop in Lynchburg. Ross and Kohl's were good to me. Got pig roast supplies plus other things at Sam's on Lori's card. Had lunch at Zoe's. So good. Worn out when got home and made a Sam's Club pizza and watched Hidalgo with Susan. Guys got home a little earlier than last night. Had a great time with Lori today.
Thurs.-Been waking up as early as Phil. Having good times of quiet with God and then working like crazy outside while it is not too hot. Mulched the front gardens and cleaned the back porch and scrubbed the shoes that were hanging around and put them all in a laundry basket out there.Worked in old house, watered the vegetables and flowers. Made quiche, egg salad, and wild turkey in the crock pot. Helped Susan by addressing thank you card envelopes. Alli and I took Nathan to the river and he wasn't sure about it at first but then we got him throwing stones which he did consistently for at least half an hour. He played in the sand too and we all had to wash off in the river and then came home and got cleaned up. They stayed for supper and Alli helped me change my profile picture. The guys got home and played with Nathan and then they went home, as did Philip. Susan worked at HV mulching all afternoon. Michael worked on his business, ordering labels, etc. and did some weed whacking. Phil checked HV because there is a final inspection tomorrow. Susan and I watched a Monk this eve. and Phil worked in the office.
Fri.-All roads lead to the pig roast at this point. I forgot to write down what I did. Oh, yes. Went to Dr. F. then to Farmville where I got ice, ice cream, and other things for pig roast.
Sat.-Took care of Nathan and cleaned our house.
Sun.-Great church service. Lunch at our house for family and JL. Watched a movie after taking Nathan for a gator ride. He no sleep. Phil went to find arrow heads in a field, Freeman and Alli took N home, Susan, J, and Michael went over to Philip's for a Chinese supper that he is making them, and I am home alone with an approaching thunderstorm and I love it. I love having people around. And I love to be alone.
Tues.-Cleaned up the cottage and barn and some porch clutter. Made supper and had Alli and Nathan over. Gator rides and Nathan stretched out his leg to relax just like he saw his daddy and granddaddy do earlier. So cute. We watched Sandlot. Guys got home late from Richmond.
Wed.-Michael mowed here. Susan worked at Happy Valley. I went with Lori K. to shop in Lynchburg. Ross and Kohl's were good to me. Got pig roast supplies plus other things at Sam's on Lori's card. Had lunch at Zoe's. So good. Worn out when got home and made a Sam's Club pizza and watched Hidalgo with Susan. Guys got home a little earlier than last night. Had a great time with Lori today.
Thurs.-Been waking up as early as Phil. Having good times of quiet with God and then working like crazy outside while it is not too hot. Mulched the front gardens and cleaned the back porch and scrubbed the shoes that were hanging around and put them all in a laundry basket out there.Worked in old house, watered the vegetables and flowers. Made quiche, egg salad, and wild turkey in the crock pot. Helped Susan by addressing thank you card envelopes. Alli and I took Nathan to the river and he wasn't sure about it at first but then we got him throwing stones which he did consistently for at least half an hour. He played in the sand too and we all had to wash off in the river and then came home and got cleaned up. They stayed for supper and Alli helped me change my profile picture. The guys got home and played with Nathan and then they went home, as did Philip. Susan worked at HV mulching all afternoon. Michael worked on his business, ordering labels, etc. and did some weed whacking. Phil checked HV because there is a final inspection tomorrow. Susan and I watched a Monk this eve. and Phil worked in the office.
Fri.-All roads lead to the pig roast at this point. I forgot to write down what I did. Oh, yes. Went to Dr. F. then to Farmville where I got ice, ice cream, and other things for pig roast.
Sat.-Took care of Nathan and cleaned our house.
Sun.-Great church service. Lunch at our house for family and JL. Watched a movie after taking Nathan for a gator ride. He no sleep. Phil went to find arrow heads in a field, Freeman and Alli took N home, Susan, J, and Michael went over to Philip's for a Chinese supper that he is making them, and I am home alone with an approaching thunderstorm and I love it. I love having people around. And I love to be alone.
Thursday, June 4, 2015
Hertzler Doings~June 1-7, 2015
It's Thursday eve. and my computer isn't accepting internet service this week, hence the late write up. I have windows of opportunity to face book, email, or write, and it's working now so I'm jumping on.
I've been to Bailey's auto service twice this week to get the rim of a tire ground down. It was flaking and was causing the tires to leak. I went Monday and Wed. and now the two back tires are as good as their going to get. Got to see Michelle M. while I was out Wed.
Nathan turned One on the 3rd. He even had a little shirt on that said it was his first birthday. He was even sweeter than usual and at one point, he planted a wet sloppy kiss on my lips and just stayed there. Michael said, "Ew, Nathan. That's my mommy!"
Naomi called and they had to put Tink down. What a little Godsend he was. God will send another gift very soon.
It's been raining most of the week and we are grateful. I've been working on the old house and organizing the pig roast room. I helped Philip with his cupboards one evening and today, Michael and I made multi-colored bar swirled bar soap.
The guys have been cleaning up the man cave because Chi Alpha kids are camping out here Friday night. I wonder if they have a back up plan if it rains.
The guys and Susan have been working over at Happy Valley. The Lucas's are coming on the 15th. Kathy and I need to practice our song for the Pig Roast. I got the CD yesterday.
Today I made the taco meat mix for Sunday's lunch and the Asian meat mix for Monday night's IF gathering. Also made pineapple bacon cheese ball dip. So good.
Friday afternoon, Chi Alpha kids from Longwood started coming. I think nearly 20 people were here for supper and there were some great people heading up the food and fellowship. We roasted hot dogs and s'mores. Tents were set up in our front yard and in back of the old house. Some slept through the night. Jessica L. and Michael made a breakfast of scrambled eggs, sausage gravy, biscuits, bacon, and cinnamon rolls. They went down to the river mid morning(Saturday) and packed up and left shortly after noon. We got ready to go to Nathan's party. One Year Old! Alli opened his gifts. It was good to see the Streams. Sara and Amber were there too as were Heidi and Ryan. Rob's mother was there. Bea. Came home. Susan mowed Happy Valley. Phil made hay. Philip moved. Michael worked on developing his business. I got eggs and watered chickens and emptied the dishwasher, and got ready for our family lunch tomorrow. Susan, Phil, and I, watched a movie but I went to bed soon after it started. Well, first I took a bath and wrote in my blog. Had a neat time talking with Hannah about a book study idea. She is such a good listener.
I've been to Bailey's auto service twice this week to get the rim of a tire ground down. It was flaking and was causing the tires to leak. I went Monday and Wed. and now the two back tires are as good as their going to get. Got to see Michelle M. while I was out Wed.
Nathan turned One on the 3rd. He even had a little shirt on that said it was his first birthday. He was even sweeter than usual and at one point, he planted a wet sloppy kiss on my lips and just stayed there. Michael said, "Ew, Nathan. That's my mommy!"
Naomi called and they had to put Tink down. What a little Godsend he was. God will send another gift very soon.
It's been raining most of the week and we are grateful. I've been working on the old house and organizing the pig roast room. I helped Philip with his cupboards one evening and today, Michael and I made multi-colored bar swirled bar soap.
The guys have been cleaning up the man cave because Chi Alpha kids are camping out here Friday night. I wonder if they have a back up plan if it rains.
The guys and Susan have been working over at Happy Valley. The Lucas's are coming on the 15th. Kathy and I need to practice our song for the Pig Roast. I got the CD yesterday.
Today I made the taco meat mix for Sunday's lunch and the Asian meat mix for Monday night's IF gathering. Also made pineapple bacon cheese ball dip. So good.
Friday afternoon, Chi Alpha kids from Longwood started coming. I think nearly 20 people were here for supper and there were some great people heading up the food and fellowship. We roasted hot dogs and s'mores. Tents were set up in our front yard and in back of the old house. Some slept through the night. Jessica L. and Michael made a breakfast of scrambled eggs, sausage gravy, biscuits, bacon, and cinnamon rolls. They went down to the river mid morning(Saturday) and packed up and left shortly after noon. We got ready to go to Nathan's party. One Year Old! Alli opened his gifts. It was good to see the Streams. Sara and Amber were there too as were Heidi and Ryan. Rob's mother was there. Bea. Came home. Susan mowed Happy Valley. Phil made hay. Philip moved. Michael worked on developing his business. I got eggs and watered chickens and emptied the dishwasher, and got ready for our family lunch tomorrow. Susan, Phil, and I, watched a movie but I went to bed soon after it started. Well, first I took a bath and wrote in my blog. Had a neat time talking with Hannah about a book study idea. She is such a good listener.
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