Jacob gets pinned! Ocean trip, We've got company coming! Happy 44th Birthday Russell!

We had a great 4th of July over at Karen's house. The Boys Next Door played and they were awesome! They'll be back at the beginning of September! 

Grandson Jacob made the promotion list a few weeks ago and sent these pictures of his pinning ceremony! So proud of you Jacob! 

Congratulations!  Air Traffic Controller 2nd Class Petty Officer
Jacob Kay! (E5) 

 Wednesday, July 6th I headed to Dixon, CA and had a visit with my mom and dad at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery.  It's been awhile so it was time. 

On Thursday I headed over to meet up with my sister Linda and her family. We met for a later lunch at Lagunitas Brewery before heading over to Dillon Beach for a few days. Linda always rents a home over there once a year. She invited me / us and who could pass up the chance to spend a few days at the cool beach?! Bonus, nephew Dusty, his wife Chelsea and the two adorable kids,  Owen and Cassidy would be there too. 💜💜 Nephew, Jesse came Saturday for the night. 

As soon as I got out of the car and slammed the door, I knew I'd left my keys in the ignition. We have a hide a key somewhere, but I called Triple AAA and they were actually there in about 10 minutes. 😊

We all had a nice lunch thanks to Linda 😋 and headed over to the beach about 25 minutes away. 

Owen is quite the rider on his scooter!

Bobby, Cassidy, Chelsea and Owen

Dusty and Jesse

Chelsea and Cassidy flying a kite

Jesse and Owen watching a video

Portable propane pizza oven...so good! 

Chelsea made the dough then everyone designed their own
pizza and into the oven it went for just a few minutes..so good

What a great couple of days. The weather was cool and foggy, but it was awesome! 

Saturday was Miss Cassidy's 4th Birthday..she's so cute! Such a little princess! I've never had a daughter, but watching her open presents was so special. She'd say "Oh I love this"..💗 She definitely enjoyed her birthday. 

Happy 4th Birthday Cassidy!

Putting together the doll house! 

We went to a late lunch at the Boathouse near Bodega Bay. Again, courtesy of my sister 💙 After we came back to the house we all headed towards the beach for an hour or two. 

I ended up staying up with my nephew Jesse until 0100 or so. Don't see him often so I'm glad I visited with him until then. 

Sunday morning it was time to cook some breakfast and then get ready to head home. It was an awesome trip with family💙💙 Thank you again, Linda and Bobby! 💖

Glad to be here after a long drive home! 

Tuesday we headed into Gardnerville and Walmart to do some grocery shopping! Eric, Mason and a friend, along with Russell are coming today!  Looking so forward to it!!

Adam and Erin climbed Mt. Lassen on his
days off...💖

This came before I left, Ken put it up...the key chain was a
bonus 😃

A little sanding before painting

It turned out pretty good, a little more paint will be needed..not much it 
seems in those spray cans 

Turkey burgers and veggies on the propane stove

Ken playing chef and making it gourmet 😃

Time to get going! Have a great day, I know we will! 

Our baby boy turns 44 today! Happy Birthday Russell! See you soon 💙

Adam stays, Kitchen work

 Well just a week later LOL.  Got a little time, we're headed next door for biscuits and gravy at 1000. Champagne Sunday once again! 

Adam came last Sunday evening after week, was only going to stay Sunday and Monday and head home on Tuesday. Monday morning he got a call from his supervisor saying that his friend/co worker/ roommate had tested positive for the virus and was sick.  That meant Adam was with us until Friday morning at 0445 when he headed back to Polluck Pines and back to work. They let him telework from here so that was perfect :) No complaints from this grandma! 😍

Ken and I did some running around on Monday. Carson City and Gardnerville and then back home. 

Some working on the outdoor kitchen.  We are getting there! 

I ordered these from Etsy in honor of the grandsons 💙 I've got one coming
for Adam and his work at the National Forest Service too. 

The prep / buffet table. 

The tile from our North Highlands house 1980 something 

We decided to go with linseed oil as a finish..just because we like the look of 
the wood 

My project for the afternoon 😊

Ken's project for the day...he put concrete board behind and then tin up. This is where the wood stove will be. Pretty much the last big thing to do 😃 

The only picture I took of Adam...Lila and Mugsy love him

We took the Scenic Route on Monday...Virginia City 

Looking down on Reno..Linda, don't think you would like this
road anymore 

I seasoned the griddle and then Ken cooked awesome burgers
that night.  Oh Yeah we love this thing! Thanks again
Eric and Christina! 💙 Ken has pics on his phone but I can't 
figure how to send them. Next blog! 

Time to head next door for breakfast and champagne. Not a bad way to start the day! Have an awesome Sunday! 

BTW Russell, listening to Patriotic Country. Guess what song came on and ruined my make up. Hint...A Marine leaving and wiping away a tear! 😩😪

Jacob gets promoted! A little more work on the kitchen, Adam's coming to visit

 Happy Sunday! Last Thursday we were coming home from a trip to Lowe's, one of our cheaper trips LOL. My phone rang and it was our grandson Jacob who is in the Navy in Italy!  

He called to tell us he got promoted to 2nd Class Petty Officer,  this is equivalent to Sgt. in the Marines! Our youngest son Russell was in the Marines so this is how I identify rank LOL.  Russell promoted quickly but Jacob beat him in only 2 1/2 years! So excited for him.  While I've got the phone up to my ear Jacob says "You know Grandma this is a video call" LOL. Nope, I didn't. What a great day to get that call! We are so proud of you Jacob! 

Russell's Family 💖 That's our 2nd Class Petty Officer on the right! 💙
From there is Russell, Lori and Aaron 💙

Stole this from his proud Dad!!💙

                                  Found his name on the promotion list 💗

Ken got the wood nailed down on the bar area. Next up sanding, that's my job 😁

He also got to work on the buffet/prep area and it's looking awesome. We lived in North Highlands (suburb of Sacramento) from 1979 to 1996. During that time he tiled my kitchen counters. Turns out he's been moving left over tile from there with us LOL. We have 36 pieces that he's going to use on the prep table and then wood for the other bit. I'm happy to be using this tile! 

The prep/buffet table in progress 😁

A piece of tile from the 80's

The clouds looked threatening..but amounted to nothing but a little wind

We've been nearing 95 degrees every day, but it's workable temps in the kitchen. 

It appears the moth balls are working even though the smell is not great so i'll be looking for another solution. 

Our oldest grandson Adam called, so he's coming out here on his days off this week. He should be here later this evening and he'll leave on Tuesday. We do have to go to Reno tomorrow as the Can Am needs to go in for servicing. He can come with us or knowing him he'll use the day for photography somewhere! 

Adam and Erin took Raider and Daisy camping last weekend..

Both Bryan and Cheryl said when the dogs got home they were both
exhausted! Tells me they had a good time 💙

Karen's store has been open a little over a week and seems to be a big hit in Yerington! We went by to see her 4th of July goodies..of course I had to buy a little :) Can't resist the red, white and blue!! 

Champagne Sunday with the hubby! Have a great day everyone!

Father's Day, The Kitchen, Karen's grand opening, Molly

 Again, way too long since a post! We've been working on the outdoor kitchen and that's taken up most of our time. A lot more work than you would think, but it's coming together. 

Saturday, Karen had her grand opening of her store in town...Not Just Candles. We were there at 1000 and then left around noon. Great opening for her.  We headed into town for the Car Show that happens every year during Father's Day weekend. We tried to have lunch in town but it was too crowded. We stopped at Raley's and bought hamburger, buns and potato salad. Ken barbecued and it was awesome! 

Guess you can tell when you're in conservative country! 

Sunday morning was Father's Day and Champagne Sunday so we enjoyed that with a good breakfast. Ken heard from all the boys and his mom so he was happy! It was a great day. 

Tuesday we headed to Gardnerville to shop at Walmart and then to Raley's to pick up Ken's pills.  Our favorite pharmacy tech, Molly told us the end of July was her last day. 😪 I teared up, couldn't help myself.  After the first month of knowing her she would grab our drugs before we even got to the counter 😍

Anyway, she's going to Pharmacist  School in Vegas. Good for her! 3year program with a 2 year residency. Ken was dealing with checking out and she said  "Can I give you a hug?!" OMG of course!! I got two. She is just the sweetest girl and we wish her the best in everything! 

We stopped at Karen's store on the way home just to say Hi ..but Ken said "should we get a gift for Molly?" Of course and we found the perfect little gifts for her! We'll deliver in the next week or so. :) Nice to have a place in town, with awesome things and great prices. 😉

 Ken worked on the bar near the red window. He built a great place for people to eat and look at the awesome scenery ! We're hoping to have a good crowd at the beginning of September so the plan is to have people sign the bar and then at the end of the month we'll seal it forever 💖 Hopefully if Russell and Aaron come in July they'll be the second 💕  I stocked the pantry and a few other things. It's coming together nicely. 

I love the bar area! 

Ken was the first one to write on the bar LOL. 💙

Not nailed down yet but this is how it'll look 6 feet long..

My dad's saw up on the wall...Ken's had it with him since 1990 when my dad passed away 💙

Ken's going to build a table between the sink and fridge that wil
hold an ice maker (thanks Doug and Michelle) and a small microwave 😊
Got the shelf up that we got at street fair in Fallon..I like it just the way it is
so glad I left it alone 😃

We've had a lizard or two making their home behind the red fridge..uhhh not working for me. I found using moth balls could make a difference ..so we tried and it's working right now. I'll keep looking for more permanent solutions!! I did tell Ken I should have had him screen in the front LOL. 

Today we head for Lowe's in Fernley so Ken can get material for the prep table etc.  He put together the big griddle but it's too big for inside. He will build an area just outside the kitchen for it and we can bring it in the kitchen during bad weather. We love it!! Will be awesome, especially when there's company!💕 Thank you again, Eric and Christina! 

Time to get this posted and get on the road! Have an amazing day!