Sunday, August 31, 2008

Sajewski Family Picnic

It was a wonderful day to enjoy a outdoor bar-b-que on our new patio today. Jim's brother Bill, Diane, Christine and Andrea from Mercer and Jim's brother Bob, Cheri and Stephen from Erie joined us for a nice end of Summer celebration. Shame on me for not taking any pictures during the day. Sometimes it just seems so intrusive to whip out the camera and spoil everyones laughter and relaxed time but I am always sorry afterwards for not catching some fun pics.

The food was all terrific. Jim made his wonderful lamb kabobs, Diane made two great Greek sauces to pair with the lamb. They were wonderful and really enhanced the flavor of the lamb. Cheri brought a wonderful salad. Besides looking so colorful all the greens and veggies in it tasted so fresh and just picked. She also made a delicious cold plate with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and lots of garlic. I love tomatoes and mozzarella cheese this time of year. In fact I made almost the same dish but baked it with zuchinni. It too tased very yummy.

Even Misha felt part of the party today and made a new friend. Andrea made sure he had plenty of treats and attention. She even took him for a nice walk and did a little lesson with obedience training and had him sit, and sit stay to earn a treat. .....Thanks Andrea for helping out and keeping him nearby.

We also celebrated Bob's Birthday and enjoyed a delicious Coldstone Ice Cream Cake. Yes, it tasted as good as it looks here.At around 8:00 in the evening we all headed over to Waldameer. The brave members of the Sajewski family wanted to try the new Ravine Flyer II. If you have not heard about this its Waldameer's newest roller coaster and has a 85 foot drop at its highest elevation. Another neat feature of the coaster is that it actually crosses over Pennisula Drive. You might have guessed that Jim and I sat this one out but there were many takers to meet the challenge of the coaster. I think I may have over heard Andrea singing I have the Golden Ticket in my hand.... Ok maybe she wasn't singing it but her excitement when Cheri handed over the tickets sure made it seem golden.
Despite warning signs about how intense the ride was

there were five brave souls that would wait in line for at least 45 minutes for that 90 second thrilling ride. Stephen and Christine being the extreme thrill seekers were going to wait in line for that coveted first seat on the coaster. I hope you all had a g-r-e-a-t ride.

Tuesday, August 26, 2008

Monday, August 25, 2008

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Official Dog Walker

Gudgeonville Bridge

Sunday, August 24, 2008

Saturday, August 23, 2008

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Amish Landscape in Mercer County

Friday, August 22, 2008

Thursday, August 21, 2008

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Old Mill in Central South Carolina

Wednesday, August 20, 2008

Tuesday, August 19, 2008

Monday, August 18, 2008

Kara and Michaels New Home

Well Jim and I got safely home tonight after a very busy and tiring week-end of driving with Kara to her new home in South Carolina. I know you are all anxious to see pictures of her new place so I will skip the chatter for tonight (I'm exhausted anyway) and share some pictures of their new place. It is a very charming place with lots of character. I am sure they will be very happy there.....Calvin too. By the way notice all the beautiful artwork created by Michael. I just love the picture he painted of the two of them while waiting for Kara to move down. It is above the mantle in the living room.


Saturday, August 9, 2008

A Night At The Track

Jim and I went to Presque Isle Downs tonight to check out the new race track. We actually didn't go to bet on the races although it looked fun but instead I toted along our camera to try to get some nice action shots. After a few races we had hoped to go to the Clubhouse restaurant and lounge for a good burger. The races were fun to watch and I actually got a few nice pictures before the storms came blew in pelting hard rain and lots of thunder and lightning . We headed to the Clubhouse only to find that they were not taking any more seating for the night. Oh well. It was still a fun night.

Tuesday, August 5, 2008

Back Yard Projects

Well this summer has been flying by so quickly. Its well into the first week of August....school will be starting soon for our nieces and nephews. A couple big firsts this Fall for our families...Sami will be starting kindergarten, Travis will be starting college, Skyler will be attending a new school and someone will actually not be attending school this Fall for the first time in about 17 years. Thats right Kara will be finishing college this Summer. Her last final is a week from this Thursday. Hip-hip-horray.

One big project we have been working on this summer is our back yard. We hired Shawn to put a nice patio in for us. Which led to Jim wanting a nice awning to cover it. Funny how this just keeps rolling along. Then we decided it would be so nice to have the grill off the enclosed porch so we hired Shawn again to expand the patio to include an area for the grill. Which led to Jims most recent project a roof over the grill. This will allow him to grill in all kinds of inclimate weather. I am sure Alison and Robin realize even though its rare we sometimes get rainy - snowny -sleet and any other weather condition that may typically cause one to cancel their grilling plans.

Here are a few pics today showing off Jims new awning. Please don't make the mistake and call it a roof. Awning = no permit required. Adding a roof=permit and reassessment of taxes. I'm sure you can imagine how nervous Jim is that someone won't understand its just an awning. lol

Jim's Awning Project

I'll post a picture of the finshed patio and awnings in a couple days. Just waiting for a nice sunny day. Or..... better yet... come on over and join us for a drink or something yummy.

Don't worry there was a small reward that Jim was able to enjoy after he finished his project. He took the MG out for a nice ride.

What a Beauty

Friday, August 1, 2008

Shawn Scores an In The Park Home Run

Another exciting night of Erie Big Ball. Although Shawn's team lost there was plenty of excitement tonight. Jack the teams vetern and inductee to the Big Ball Hall of Fame was back on the pitcher mound tonight. Shawn played short and made countless great plays. Shawn not only was a force to reckon with on the big "D" he also led the team on offense capping his times up at bat in the last inning and pounding a line drive to the fence making a home run and RBI.
Shawn Digging Deep
A Couple Pretty Fans


Give Me Some "D"

Excitement Over Shawn's Home Run

Tough Loss But Always Good Sports