Monthly Archives: July 2009

Petunias, Impatiens, and Marigolds

I plant a lot of annuals in my yard, although I have recently added some perennials. I have a simpler taste in flowers than many in my family, and mostly stick to three simple annuals; Petunias, impatiens, and marigolds. After … Continue reading

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Weird Weather

We have had the weirdest weather in Grand Forks this week. We have been getting a little dry, and in need of a good rain, but mother nature has been teasing us instead! We haven’t gotten any significant rainfall, but … Continue reading

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German Pancakes

Tomorrow morning is a rare 5th Friday of a month, and on such occurrences, my friend Jim likes us to make something the men don’t usually get at our breakfast. We are making “German Pancakes!” You melt a little butter … Continue reading

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Green Beans

Tonight I picked my first green beans and had them for supper! Last year the rabbits ate all of my beans right off, so it’s been two years since I’ve had fresh ones right out of my garden.. I think … Continue reading

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Cucumbers

 Yesterday, I harvested my first cucumbers! They don’t have a lot of nutritional value, but do taste great, and as a salad, make a pleasant addition to any meal. I’ve been raising the same variety for several years, and in my … Continue reading

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Danny's 4th Birthday Party

Yesterday, my family went over to Beckie’s house to help Danny Boy celebrate his fourth birthday. It was truly a “Marvelous” time with Spider Man being the central theme! Beckie served up Spider Man chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream. He had already … Continue reading

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24 Years With Sue

  Many things have occurred in my 45 years that have made me the man I am today. Some are red letter days of importance that everyone knows about and celebrated with me, like my graduations and confirmation. Some are … Continue reading

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Cantaloupes

I love all types of melon, but nothing beats a perfectly ripe cantaloupe. My mother bought more cantaloupes than any other type of melon when I was growing up, so I assume they are her favorite as well. Mother always … Continue reading

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Egg Salad

I had my breakfast this morning of cereal, milk and raspberries while I read the Grand Forks Herald. After having coffee and writing my “French Toast Friday” blog, I ran 6.5 miles in 1 hour and 7 minutes. I took … Continue reading

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French Toast Friday

Yesterday morning I arose at 5:00AM to be able to be at my church by 5:45 to make breakfast for the 13 men who eventually arrived by 7AM. It was the fourth Friday of the month, so it was my … Continue reading

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