summer in the country

i just had to write about the weather we are currently having. In a word AWESOME!!! At this time of year the summer flip flops, shorts, and t-shirts are getting the last wash of the season and put in storage. However this summer it appears that the opposite has occured and the sandles, and shorts are getting extra use. Tomorrow I plan on spending the better part of the day at St.Malo in the water and sand enjoying the sun and warm weather. Who knows what next week will bring.

long weekend get away!!

I went to Regina this weekend with my grandson and daughter to visit with my cousin. Although the weekend was quite it was lots fun. On Saturday morning Shannon, Lane and I went to the temple. Shannon had never been and Lane learned about temples in primary recently. However the highlight for Lane was Chucky Cheese--Where a Kid can Be A Kid--. I was not suprised to see a long time friend at the temple... us mormons stick together and are a small group. Angela was there to take her daughter through to receive her endownments as her daughter gets prepared to go on her mission.
We spent the afternoon soaking in my cousin, Kim's pool--- got to talk to peter about getting one of those. It was sooooo much fun and a great way to work out. Lane was so well behaved and we have a standing invitation to return.

Facebook

Well I am now with it. I found that more people were on face book rather than blogging. I hope by going onto facebook I can connect with some people whom I have lost contact with. If you are one of those people I look forward to hearing from you.

Racism such a ugly word

Recently a dear young woman was accused of using her blog site for racist remarks against aborginal persons in her community. If anyone knew this young girl you would know that this just isn't true. Yes, she has highlighted some interesting things going on in the area she, her husband and infant son live in, but she has also shown a side to the reserve she is currently on to be extremly beautiful.
My suggestion to this gentleman, using the word loosly; is to instead of complaining aboutn how she is bringing down his people, get off your #$&&$@@ and go and help the family who lets there dogs breed with no taking care of them-- yeh let the dogs roam and have more litters. or how about the house that the family just throws out there diapers in the backyard. Fly in a vet buddy and grab a rake to help your neighbours.

SteinbachOnline.com - 2009 Spring Storm Pictures

SteinbachOnline.com - 2009 Spring Storm Pictures

Yikes, just when you think things couldn't get bad; winter arrives again. Although the temps aren't horrid the snow is enough to send you south. But hold on not to Fargo which is in the middle of disaster of their own. Of course heading our way. See attached pictures for the area I live nearby.
On a good note, I received a call from my kids in Lethbridge. 3 of them are coming out for a visit Easter weekend. It's been over 3 years since I last saw the girls. Saddly I will have to work some but still hope to spend sometime with them before they all return home.

spring has sprung--so have the potholes ;)

One of my favorite times of the year is spring. Not because my b'day is fast approaching, but for the changes that come with this season. Winnipeg is amazing in the spring with the snow melting revealing the otherwise brown, dead grass and some incredible weather. What country can you go to where you can experince changes from - 40 to + 40. Sadly one of the things that spring reveals is the dreaded pot holes that invades Winnipeg like ants at a picnic. for those who don't know what a pot hole is; imagine driving down the street-- any street and all of a sudden booom you take a dip that seems to take you; your car and supension in another direction. And then you and said car are towed in for some major body work and repairs. Luckily this hasn't happened to me. Cross your fingers.
But the biggest reason to enjoy spring is: Easter. Like Christmas reminds us of the birth of our Savior; Easter reminds me of his death and repentance. Repentance because that is why he died for me and you. I truly love the Gospel of Jesus Christ that teaches me I am a child of God and he loves me even when I make mistakes. I know that through the process of repentance and forgiven I can look forward and continue to progress. What an awesome thought we can and are forgiven, he doesn't remind you again how bad you were---slate wiped clean.
Why do you love spring? Are you looking forward to anything exciting this coming year.