Daily Journal October 2014(everyone Welcome to Post)

IT'S OCTOBER!!!!! I just love this time of year! Everything is winding down, even though I didn't get to do much this year. The temps. are cooler and I got the AC unit out of the window. I just hate that it blocks off so much light in the livingroom. I did manage to get three quarts of tomatoes in bags in the freezer!! I felt so, so homesteady.:happy: Honestly, I can't believe we got enough tomatoes off these poor plants to put any up. They were hammered by the big hail storm and when they came back out, the fruits are kind of weird. Oh well, they do taste good and will be sooo welcome in stews this winter! Got to get a move on. I'll check in later!

 

We are in post-surgery monitoring for one of our dairy doelings -- doing fine so far. And Yep, it's October - the leaves are turning, the chickens are in full molt :yuck:, the pigs are in their last weeks prior to processing and are feasting on Fall apples. Annual Fall bonfire party for church folks will be here Saturday. It's cool and sunshiney - yep, a great time of the year here.

 

It is FINALLY Oct!! I think it is my favorite month. Thur, got up at noon, after working nights. Mowed the back yard and did small task. Fri morning, put the metal covering on one of the firewood racks. Next, put the new controls on the wife's kiln. Took the RV on its 20 mile run as I do when we have not used it. Made my table saw jig for cutting tenons on logs, as I am going to make a log crib for my youngest daughters baby on the way. Decided to crank the tractor, after putting on the new alternator. Nothing!! When I hooked the charger up to battery, it showed like it was dead. Heck, I had just charged it last week. Anyway, put it on charge and while it was charging, I took the starter off the tractor, took it apart to check the brushes. I tested and it worked fine, so I put it back on. It was late by then, and I was greased up. I put the underside clutch cover back on the tractor. It appears, the oil leak is coming from the gasket between the main tractor parts. I would have to split the tractor to fix, and I am not going to do that now. I am at work this morning and tomorrow morning. It has been too busy here this morning. If they continue to expect me to work, then they should supply the DONUTS!!!

 

GMB - I'm glad it's wet where you are - hopefully that fire won't spread!
I can't drink as much coffee as GFB was drinking, but I ended up in the ER a few months back due to drinking an energy drink everyday. It's amazing what caffeine can do to a person's body!

Travis - Sorry to hear the tractor is still giving you fits. I hope you post a picture of that crib, when you finish it, sounds awesome!!

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Yay!!! I'm glad it's October too!!
It stormed last night and we ended up with nearly 2" of rain at our house. I'm always thankful, I do not want our well going dry. It's been a little dry lately and getting too warm again.
It was humid yesterday and hit 90, but it's back down to the low 80s today and supposed to cool off to the 70s tomorrow. I'll be glad when it stays cool.

Less sunlight here and some of the trees are starting to turn. By the end of the month we should be in full Autumn colors.

Tuesday night I went to grandparents night at DGD's school. (sorry if I'm repeating myself, can't remember if I posted this or not). She made a journal telling about things she does with us and the kids had potted up African violets in dixie cups. So cute!! They were having a Book Fair - very clever on the school's part, since grandparents tend to have more disposable income and will buy more stuff for the kids!
I was no exception - I bought her a book and a bracelet crafting kit. They had a table of books the Teachers put on a wish list, so I let her pick one out for her Teacher's classroom. She was so thrilled.
I'm such a sucker when it comes to my grandkids. All they have to do is smile and give me a hug and I'm a puddle!
It was fun meeting her Teacher and seeing her new classroom, thankfully she's having a good year and loves school.

Today DD is coming to have lunch with me and turning in paperwork here at the University, so she can get enrolled in the Spring Semester.

Tomorrow our Team is having a project work day, so we'll have everything in order when our new Director comes on board. Administration said they are planning on that being November 1st. I hope it's soon and we can get that part over with before the holidays. I hate being in limbo.

Have a great day, everyone!!!

 

OUVickie, The wife and I do the grandparents thing also and they also have a book fair going on, at the same time!!!

 

Today is Friday for me. I will be back Tues night. Got a busy weekend. The middle daughter is getting married, 2nd time. We got some family flying in today, the wife is picking up. I will get the tractor started and I will start on the log crib. That;s my story and I am sticking to it!!! The wedding is very small. Her second go around, but this guy is not a JERK!! Time for lunch, then COFFEE!!

 

Hey everyone! I could use your prayers, over a week of terrible IBS. The pain has worn me down to nothing. I know it'll ease up some day, but it's awful rough right now. Any prayers for my daughter too, the Lyme disease is still not dying off all the way......

 

Hang in there HOMESTEADER!! It is FRIDAY!!

 

Homesteader I will keep you and your daughter in my prayers.

 

Oh homesteader, I am sorry to hear that. I will certainly keep you and your daughter in my prayers. Speedy recovery!!

 

Just stopping by to say Hi and Bye at the same time! Had a wonderful time camping in the mts of CO. Got lots of rest, up with the sun and went to bed right after dark. No phones, no electricity, just the gorgeous scenery. I soaked up as much of it as I could. Sadly, Bill and his nephew did not get any elk. No one was getting any but they had a great time hunting together.

Been on the go ever since we got back, a week or so ago. Got the insulation put in and can already tell the difference! They guarantee 25% savings off your electric bill. Will keep track. Got a/c fixed and found part of the leak, however, we will be getting a new company to take over the warranty. The owner died right before we went to CO and his dad is selling the company.

Finally got to a volleyball game for my oldest granddaughter last night. Missed all of them being in CO. 7th grade plays first, then the 8th. After the 7th grade played, here came my post office lady. (Her granddaughter is in 7th grade on the opposing team). She needs a baby quilt but knew I was headed out of town again. Then when I was in town today dropping off the notice to hold our mail the other lady in the post office asks if SC had got a hold of me. Love our small towns around here!

We are headed out in the morning for Florida, but will be stopping in southern IL, Biloxi, MS, and Grand Bay, AL to see friends we have not seen in years. We used to live in Biloxi and know that things have changed especially since Katrina hit. We know the home we lived in did not survive, and several other friends lost their homes, too. Looking forward to the trip but will be glad when the traveling is all done. Ready to stay home. Will have an art show to do just 10 days after we get back. Will be showing my woven shawls for the first time. Had wanted to get a pine needle basket done, too, but just no time.

See you in another couple of weeks.

 

Homesteader - I'm sorry to hear you're feeling so bad! Prayers for you both. I hope you're feeling better today.

GMB - Wow! GFB is a fount of knowledge - how interesting.

Have fun, Billie - we'll be waiting to hear about your adventures.
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Our Team workshop yesterday was very productive. We have about 50 projects in the works between the 6 of us left on the Team. I hope the new Director can hit the ground running.
The interviews for the 3 Director candidates are next week. It should be an interesting week.

I picked up BBQ for our Team lunch and brought home the leftovers for dinner. DH didn't eat any last night, so everything is in the fridge and ready for dinner tonight. I'm not cooking until I have to.

I had planned on having a quiet weekend at home. However, there is a Gourd Dance at the Native American Methodist Church today and the Jacobson House is sponsoring it. I'm on the Board so I guess they are expecting me to come and help out. I'm tired and now I'm wishing I'd never gotten back on the Board. It seems there is something they expect us to do every weekend. I've limited my participation, so far, but I feel I need to go and help out for a while this evening.
Working full-time, helping my daughter with the kids every other weekend and trying to keep up with my own house is a full-time job. I can't seem to garner much energy for alot of other activities on the weekend. That bowling party with DH's employees last weekend wore me out. I can't seem to keep up.
I feel old!! LOL!!

Well, I best get busy and clean up the kitchen, before I leave for Church.

Have a wonderful Saturday, everyone!!

 

Homesteader I hope you are feeling better today.But I know from experience it takes time.Still praying!

 

Well, just got home from the wedding. All is well. Ate too much. I have one of my granddaughters with me tonight at home, while the rest of the family is partying. I also have 4 dogs to baby sit also, so it is interesting. I have to get a new battery for the tractor, it will not hold a charge at all. It finally cooled off here in Louisiana. The party bunch should show up tomorrow around noon. My granddaughter wants to stay up till eleven tonight. I bet those eyes will be heavy before then. My are heavy now!!

 

Congratulations, Travis, to you and your family!

Well, after being a whiner I ended up having a great time at the Gourd Dance. LOL!
I got to spend time with my friends and listen to the good drum singing. One of our Board Members is a veteran and they had a special dance for him. He received an eagle feather for his service in Iraq. It was awesome to see. I think my problem with going in to town on weekends for events is just dreading the long drive (about 40-45 minutes). However, I always end up having a good time, so I need to remember that.
I bought tickets to some of the raffles and ended up winning a beautiful mug, a cute Halloween basket and kitchen towel and gun lock. We laughed about the gun lock - it's hilarious what people donate for the raffles sometimes, but I actually have a hand-gun, so I can use the lock.

I decided to fix 15 bean soup with chicken today, so I soaked the beans overnight and chopped the veggies after breakfast this morning. I got it started before noon and there's enough there for 3 meals, so I'm set for the first half of the week.

Well, time to feed the critters. Have wonderful Sunday, everyone!!