Another Day of 4-wheeling

Its addicting I tell you! Ed and I went out this morning 4-wheeling into the rugged terrain of Brighton Game Reserve. I like puddles I tell you! Anyway, here are a couple of pictures of me on both bikes (one is Jacobs). Going through a rather large puddle and the other down a hill.

Pats 4 wheeling adventure

I had a chance to get on a 4 wheeler this weekend with Ed and his boys. Never been on one so its a little intimidating...But what fun I had! Jacob was the first to take me around and didn't scare me off. Ed took me up a steep hill and down...then decided he would let me drive for a bit. Interesting but I did do fairly well. Last time out, I went back out with Jacob and he drove again. Came up to a big obstacle to either go through or not....He listened to me when I told him to go through. About 3/4 of the way through the small(yeah ok) water hazard, we got stuck and stuck good. Jacob has to go get his dad. Imagine me on the bike with legs out of the water, 2 kids on the shore watching, Jacob in the water up to his knees and Ed....let me tell you about Ed...REalized he HAD to get in the water to help. So he strips down to his underwear so he would at least have something clean to wear home and then hops in the water to help. I wish I had my camera since the whole thing was priceless. Needless to say, we managed to get out.

Housewarming BBQ

Well I had my first house party last night. I had a BBQ/Corn roast/Housewarming all wrapped into one. There was still quite a bit of corn left afterward. People showed up sporadically and of course I had to have a drink with everyone as they came...so ummmm...today was a little rough. I enjoyed having everyone there and thank you for the houseplants and wine that was brought. I'll pass on the wine for a bit though.

Golden Hawks Vs. Cobourg

First game of the season was played yesterday against cobourg. It was a 4-4 tie. Kurtis' line scored all 4 goals and I think he had 2 assists. This game was exhibition and there is another to follow next Saturday as well.

Off the dating market...

When I say that, I almost feel like a fish in one of those fish stands on ice that has now been taken home. HA!
The journey has been taken to a new level now. I have met someone...for real this time! (for all of you reading that say "but I thought you already did") But enough of that. It was all just part of the adventure and journey to get here. Although dating had its interesting moments, I wasn't very fond of it. I'm glad that I will just be focusing on one person to be dating now.
Right...so you want to know a bit about him...ok...His name is Ed and hes 37...3 kids and all boys. (SORRY MOM!!!! Mike and Lisa can still give you a girl). I have had the pleasure of meeting the boys and they seem pretty good kids. Ages 11,9 and 7. Pretty close to Sean and Kurtis' age too which works out.
Well...I won't go into further detail..All is due time for people to meet.

Curveballs in life

you know...life tends to throw people curveballs. I had a friend who got pregnant. Wanted it so bad, then she lost it. I had another friend tell me she was pregnant. Shes 38 and her daughter is 20 hmmm....
I guess I'm not the only one with curveballs (NO MOM I'M NOT PREGNANT!). I think I got hit with the curevball this time and was forced to make a decision that can be life altering. Life has a funny way of turning out sometimes. On this journey of my life, its been an adventure of change and personal growth. Today...I made a big decision that I feel very much at peace with. Lets see where this next journey takes me and the kids.

Pictures of interior

Kurtis room

Seans room

My room

Bathroom

Living/Dining

Living room


Kitchen

Death of a Lobster Trap

In 1999, I travelled from Nova Scotia to home with a child and a lobster trap shoved in the body of a 1991 Crysler Daytona. I was placed in my backyard at Tiffany Place upon arrival. It was weather beaten, moved by roofers and whatever else might have attached itself to. It made the move from Tiffany Place to Bocage via my dad and was placed in my backyard, a bit tattered.
I looked outside today and found it shattered in pieces. 3 6 year olds were standing by it...fingers pointed to my son. Needless to say I was a wee upset by this since it had a history of travel. I can't bear to throw out the peices yet...I'm in too much shock!

Adventures in home owning!

Well let me see...where do I start.

First off, the power outlet in my bathroom wasn't working...dad looked at it, its not working at all.
Next, the dishwasher wasn't working (found out after a full load was ready to be ran). Managed to figure it out on my own, but still didn't seem all that hot.
Today, I ran out of hot water rather quickly. Hmm...maybe thats why the dishwasher wasn't that hot. Had some help to figure this one out. Some people and how they do plumbing I tell you. To make a long story short, just had to turn off one valve that shouldn't even be where it is.
I also had my washing machine leak since the hose wasn't hooked up properly (and you know who you are that did that!) :)
Top it all off, my shower rod fell down. Looks like the spring is gone! Holy! I'm wondering if it will ever end. I'm now down to 4 pesky boxes. Its that stuff that had a place before and now just doesn't seem to fit anywhere.

Kurtis becomes Golden Hawk again!

Back to the beginning of hockey season and Kurtis once again becomes a member of the hawks. This year he is minor atom Quinte West Golden Hawks...thats a mouthful. unfortunatly, he will not be wearing the number 3, but number 7. A tad disappointed but a new adventure.

I will set up a link to the site when it gets started this year.

All moved in!

Well Its now September 4th and I've been in my new house for 4 days now. I'm not quite living out of boxes anymore, I have pictures on my walls, still can't find my shower curtain, camera, and printer cable. But I'm not finished with the boxes yet. I will include some pictures of my new place when I can find my camera and the cable.

Jasper seems to have adjusted nicely to the new place. The kids love their new rooms and excited to take a bus to school tomorrow. As for me...back to work tonight.

For all of you out there, feel free to stop by or give me a call...my phone number is still the same. But for now, I am off to find my shower curtain!

New Home

Well it is now September 1st. I am officially at my new residence in Trenton. The move went smoothly thanks to the hard work of 6 men. Much apprectiated. I am now in the process of unpacking, and painting. I still can't locate my shower liner nor my cable for the printer. But I'm sure it will turn up eventually.

Kurtis got an early birthday present from grandma and poppa...a new dresser. I guess they talked it over with him and he agreed.

I have alot more unpacking and organizing to do but now the hard part is over. Anyone is welcome to stop by and see the new digs...those of you far away...when you are in the area, give me a call.