A Flyover Blog

Got Election Fatigue?

If you're already tired of this election season, take heart. A friend sent me this hilarious clip from The Onion. Enjoy - and have a good week!

One For the Record Books

Friday night, Tiny Tourist Town - where Mitch and I lived until six weeks ago - was swamped by 5.71 inches of rain. Springfield, our new hometown got about 3 inches. The flooding is rampant. Again. And an old record was shattered. June 2008 holds the distinction of being the wettest June on record. Ever. I haven't heard from my friend, Lois, yet. She had some water woes earlier this month. The flood waters washed away some roads and closed many many others including all four lanes of I-44. An emergency shelter is open in Tiny Tourist Town for victims of the flood. Let's hope July brings sunny skies and a break from all this dangerous water.

Photo courtesy of marsradio.

Sad News

My brother, David, called me Friday with sad news. Their beloved Lhasa, Lady, passed away. She was 14 and had been in failing health for some time.  She was the sweetest little girl you've ever met. Even when she could no longer see, she greeted everyone with a happy tail wag. She was a dear little spirit and we will miss her terribly.

Here I Am

It's been a whole week since I've posted an update of any kind. Yikes! Sorry about that. No, I haven't been taking a bloggy break, and I haven't been on vacation. I've been holed up in my office on one long creative marathon, working feverishly with my fellow team mates on a new project. I've left the computer each day long enough to shower, let the dogs out and grab something to eat. Now here it is, Saturday, and I thought I'd better let you know I'm still kicking. I'll have project news to share next week, so check back. Tonight, I'm feeling a bit run down, so I'm catching up on some rest; got a big week coming up. Huge, in fact - A project launch, Independence Day and a wedding. Yes, Vickie and Dan are getting married this coming week. Lots of bloggy news to share, so stay tuned.

Inspiration

"...what catches our attention might be more than a coincidence - it might also be a potential incident of inspiration."

- Wayne W. Dyer

Red Friday - June 27

Want a simple way to show YOUR support? Wear something RED today.

Photo by Mr. Perky.

Quiet

"Quiet minds cannot be perplexed or frightened, but go on in fortune or misfortune at their own private pace, like a clock during a thunderstorm."

-Robert Louis Stevenson

 

Red Friday - June 20

It's Red Friday again. Please wear something red today to show your support for our military men and women. Thanks!

When The Trails Are Closed, Head to the Lake

Poor Sequiota Park was devasted during last week's flash flood. The damage was so extensive that sections of the trail have been closed (because they were washed away) and many other places are just too treacherous to travel. So, Mitch decided this would be a perfect time to take the kayak out for the first time. If you'll recall, he bought this used little Riot about a year ago... then broke his arm a few days later. So, yesterday we went to Lake Springfield. Of course, I took the camera.

He did great. Me? I hate the water so I stayed on shore. And even if I wanted to kayak I couldn't manage it; I no longer have the strength in my left hand to paddle... which is why I don't bike anymore either. 

Here he comes, paddling back to shore. I was looking for snakes. They like the water, you know. Didn't see any.

There's a lovely walking trail along the shoreline, so I got a good walk in, too.

There's a boat restriction on this lake - 3  horsepower max - so that makes Lake Springfield a perfect place to kayak. I think we'll be here often this summer. 

Here We Go Again

I know... this is my first new post this week. Sorry about that. I'm up to my eyeballs in a new project for kids... and it's massive. Thought I'd surface long enough to let you know how we're doing -

My arm and hand have been hurting like crazy, keeping me up at night. Again. I'm not resting well, so the asthma is kicking up. BUT the weather has been gorgous. We love this house. We love Springfield. And I'm thrilled to be working.

My good friend and cohort in mayhem, PattyAnne and I have had this marathon creative session going non-stop for about 2 weeks now. We work at night. We work on weekends. I think she's getting tired of me! But, this project is starting to take shape! What is it? Can't give you details yet. But if you have kids - especially little girls - stay tuned. As soon as we're ready to unveil this one, I'll let you know.