Jess was up and sit in the chair, quite a while. He is doing great and really up with watching tv, that's a very good sign. Also slept very well, saw the lawyer, and now we have him to see your legal needs and protect Jess. It's great to see Jess doing so great, and he is loving that I am doing what I do for others, and now his needs.
Tinkerbell is going to the doctor to be checked out, and also the shot so she can go into the hosipital to see her daddy, Lisi and her caregiver are taking her in, in the morning. So, Lisi feels she is also doing something for Jess. She wants to be carried all the time.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Jess-good night
Jess and I both had a good night, we watched csi, and just hung out. He has increased his water intake, and ready to plan to do something to Rich, Lueria's husband, laugh.....
It was great to see the both of them and hang out with them a little. Rich had the nurses, in stitches, and we had a lot of fun laughing, Jess said he was going to get back at Rich, as I know Lueria and Rich would understand what that is all about.... it worked. HE WAS BUSY ALL DAY, LAUGH.!!!
He was running a fever, but it broke last night, and his let looks better, they are going to work on his arm in the morning, or sometime Wednesday, I don't know what time.
Bud and I are going to see the lawyer today, for me to talk to, then I will come back to Jess and we will talk.
Tinker is upset, and she will eat the cat food and not the dog food, Also the cats and dogs were glad the see me, when Dick drove me out there, to check things out.
I will be renting a car, after I see the Lawyer so that I can do business, and what Jess and I need to do. Also I may stay at the apartment at Lisi with Tinkerbell, so she knows mommy is home, for her also. I also will pickup her papers that she is flee free and has her shots, so she can see Jess and know he is ok, and mommy is with him, working with the staff at the hospital, helping out with her daddy. As she knows her mommy is doing what she does.
I am hiring Dick to help clean the place in St. Helens, and we walked and talked about what to do, he also has a friend to help him, in the removel of what I wish to have removed. We will keep the Trucks, the blk car, mustang and pink car, also Lisi RV that was her friends, (that will be made to sleep in with the kids, so they feel they are camping) otherwise everything will be removed. I will look to have these fixed, (trucks and the blk car)...
Then go through the garage to removed what we wish, and then have, the Pink, and mustang, put on the cement pads pulled onto the cement pads, and a cover put over them. Then work at the garage to clean out, and put in place, what we wish to put in that location,.... Then the house, removing everything into storage, as I will be bringing that into location, so I can have the house fixedup, and remove the inside, what I wish to have done to fix the house for Jess, and his needs. NOW HE WILL LET ME DO IT, LAUGH. Lueria if anyone would understand, hugs
So this is life, now, arm in repair sometime April 1, this next year is going to be an adventure, so life goes on.
It was great to see the both of them and hang out with them a little. Rich had the nurses, in stitches, and we had a lot of fun laughing, Jess said he was going to get back at Rich, as I know Lueria and Rich would understand what that is all about.... it worked. HE WAS BUSY ALL DAY, LAUGH.!!!
He was running a fever, but it broke last night, and his let looks better, they are going to work on his arm in the morning, or sometime Wednesday, I don't know what time.
Bud and I are going to see the lawyer today, for me to talk to, then I will come back to Jess and we will talk.
Tinker is upset, and she will eat the cat food and not the dog food, Also the cats and dogs were glad the see me, when Dick drove me out there, to check things out.
I will be renting a car, after I see the Lawyer so that I can do business, and what Jess and I need to do. Also I may stay at the apartment at Lisi with Tinkerbell, so she knows mommy is home, for her also. I also will pickup her papers that she is flee free and has her shots, so she can see Jess and know he is ok, and mommy is with him, working with the staff at the hospital, helping out with her daddy. As she knows her mommy is doing what she does.
I am hiring Dick to help clean the place in St. Helens, and we walked and talked about what to do, he also has a friend to help him, in the removel of what I wish to have removed. We will keep the Trucks, the blk car, mustang and pink car, also Lisi RV that was her friends, (that will be made to sleep in with the kids, so they feel they are camping) otherwise everything will be removed. I will look to have these fixed, (trucks and the blk car)...
Then go through the garage to removed what we wish, and then have, the Pink, and mustang, put on the cement pads pulled onto the cement pads, and a cover put over them. Then work at the garage to clean out, and put in place, what we wish to put in that location,.... Then the house, removing everything into storage, as I will be bringing that into location, so I can have the house fixedup, and remove the inside, what I wish to have done to fix the house for Jess, and his needs. NOW HE WILL LET ME DO IT, LAUGH. Lueria if anyone would understand, hugs
So this is life, now, arm in repair sometime April 1, this next year is going to be an adventure, so life goes on.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Rick
I talked to Bonnie and Rick today. Rick had his surgery and is doing great. He will be going home tomorrow.
He says "hi" to everyone.
He says "hi" to everyone.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
I wrote the President:
They've been wanting questions to ask the President. So I wrote him and asked him a couple. The following is what I asked. If I hear back from him, I'll post my response here. (Keep your fingers crossed)
"Mr. President; when you were asked questions by Rick Warren, you were asked about abortion. Your answer seemed a bit disingenuous to me; as you said it "was above your pay grade" to decide on this questions. If you hadn't already drawn some definitive conclusion, would you not err on the side of the baby's life?
And please tell me, regarding late term abortions, do you really believe a baby is somehow substantially different, merely separated by a couple inches of fat, the distance from the womb and outside air?
No Mr. President, your conclusions are counter intuitive. Those of us who think it is wonderful that a black man finally was able to come to the White House, yet are pro-life, need to have these basic questions answered. We must, before we can every really appreciate your success, and support you. To us, your just another politician who thinks that killing a baby hidden from view, somehow solves more obvious problems. Sincerely, Peter W. Rouzaud"
"Mr. President; when you were asked questions by Rick Warren, you were asked about abortion. Your answer seemed a bit disingenuous to me; as you said it "was above your pay grade" to decide on this questions. If you hadn't already drawn some definitive conclusion, would you not err on the side of the baby's life?
And please tell me, regarding late term abortions, do you really believe a baby is somehow substantially different, merely separated by a couple inches of fat, the distance from the womb and outside air?
No Mr. President, your conclusions are counter intuitive. Those of us who think it is wonderful that a black man finally was able to come to the White House, yet are pro-life, need to have these basic questions answered. We must, before we can every really appreciate your success, and support you. To us, your just another politician who thinks that killing a baby hidden from view, somehow solves more obvious problems. Sincerely, Peter W. Rouzaud"
Jess
He had a great rest, his sleep was normal, and looking great. Peter, you should have seen him after I did his hair, looked like a new man. WE are doing fine, and he is sounding like his own self, at night. Great to see him and his old self, he is so glad that I am here, and we are both looking forward to his relocation to the move to Lisi, I will post when he has his open ration's on Wens day and the Monday after, also will be at the hospital during the operation, just need to deal with Jess and my business and needs.
Thanks all for the help, Jess is sleeping right now, and I will keep you as updated as I can. Not going into a lot, just to let you know, as I do read what I write, so if you remove anything, it's from both Jess and me, to the family.
Thanks all for the help, Jess is sleeping right now, and I will keep you as updated as I can. Not going into a lot, just to let you know, as I do read what I write, so if you remove anything, it's from both Jess and me, to the family.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Jess is smiling!
Believe it or not, Jess is smiling here. Probably cause we told him he is the spitting image of Einstein. Also, you might be able to barely make it out (his right side), he's got a special magazine about Lap Dogs. Jess was in great spirits. He still has quite a ways to go. As Lili says, he's got a couple of surgery's coming. Right now they are getting his swelling down on his leg. I guess the bones have to be put back in line later. The doc came in a talked about the swelling on Jess's neck, seems it's a collapsed artery. He told Jess there is plenty of blood getting to his brain, but it is likely that artery will not ever recover. "The body compensates by using the others more". Just as Lili said, he does have his own phone. He is coherent and still has a sharp wit, so give him a call. 503.413.1209 . Remember to pray for Jess. Also, let's remember Rick too, he's going into surgery soon. Love you all, PnK
room 1511
503-413-1209
Dear All,
Jess has an operation Wednesday, then Next Monday, already talking discharge, to Lisi.. He will get up and move to the chair Sunday.
I will keep you posted, as I will need to look for a car, also looking into a renting a car, as I need to look for something that will work for Jess and me once he get's out, as I will be driving for him, AND WISH TO HAVE HIM SAFE.
I am hoping to Dick can help with Jess and me, and Jess is greatful to Dick, so thank you Dick,
Right now it's just getting him better, nothing more. Love to all
Dear All,
Jess has an operation Wednesday, then Next Monday, already talking discharge, to Lisi.. He will get up and move to the chair Sunday.
I will keep you posted, as I will need to look for a car, also looking into a renting a car, as I need to look for something that will work for Jess and me once he get's out, as I will be driving for him, AND WISH TO HAVE HIM SAFE.
I am hoping to Dick can help with Jess and me, and Jess is greatful to Dick, so thank you Dick,
Right now it's just getting him better, nothing more. Love to all
Jess and Lili
Dear All
Thank you all for being there and also for being there while I was east. He was glad that I was back, and will gather the papers I need so he is seen to all the health coverage I had in place, before I left. I have not been to the house to see to this but did call his agent, and he picked me up from the airport and took me right to Jess, what a blessing. He will be in to see Jess Monday.
I do wish to let you know that Jess slept good the night I arrived, and so did I, he was still in and out because of the drug for pain. But so better looking then I thought he would look. The airport was aware of the reason for the trip, so they were able to get me on, though they had a full load. Walked me all the way through, and I wish to thank Bonnie and Rick for being there for me. Also Bonnie stepping in to arrange the connection back home, as I was so shook up. We had just open the door, and heard the message on the phone when we checked for calls. As we were expecting a call in.
Lueria tried to call me, as I had a bad connection, but thank for all trying to get in contact with. I was grateful and also worried for Jess, that he had such good health, that is such a plus, as he had seen to on his insurance needs, and his health was so good. They could not believe it at his age. I am greatful for the health insurance I had setup, but did not know that it would be used so soon, so he could have home care. Also not once cent out of his pocket to pay any type of bills in medical issues, his agent will deal with everything. Jess and I can just see he can get better, and not worry about anything.
I did ask Bud to post on the Blog, as I did know how detailed he can be, but he declined, so I was greatful when Peter was here and Dick, so that they could do the posting as what the doctor had said, when all were here, Thank you Dick,.... Dick talked to Bonnie as what she and I was concered about, and said he had talked to Bonnie.
So I and Jess could just spend time together now, enjoying being there, and away from anything but getting better.
God Bless the family I have, at this time.
Thank you all for being there and also for being there while I was east. He was glad that I was back, and will gather the papers I need so he is seen to all the health coverage I had in place, before I left. I have not been to the house to see to this but did call his agent, and he picked me up from the airport and took me right to Jess, what a blessing. He will be in to see Jess Monday.
I do wish to let you know that Jess slept good the night I arrived, and so did I, he was still in and out because of the drug for pain. But so better looking then I thought he would look. The airport was aware of the reason for the trip, so they were able to get me on, though they had a full load. Walked me all the way through, and I wish to thank Bonnie and Rick for being there for me. Also Bonnie stepping in to arrange the connection back home, as I was so shook up. We had just open the door, and heard the message on the phone when we checked for calls. As we were expecting a call in.
Lueria tried to call me, as I had a bad connection, but thank for all trying to get in contact with. I was grateful and also worried for Jess, that he had such good health, that is such a plus, as he had seen to on his insurance needs, and his health was so good. They could not believe it at his age. I am greatful for the health insurance I had setup, but did not know that it would be used so soon, so he could have home care. Also not once cent out of his pocket to pay any type of bills in medical issues, his agent will deal with everything. Jess and I can just see he can get better, and not worry about anything.
I did ask Bud to post on the Blog, as I did know how detailed he can be, but he declined, so I was greatful when Peter was here and Dick, so that they could do the posting as what the doctor had said, when all were here, Thank you Dick,.... Dick talked to Bonnie as what she and I was concered about, and said he had talked to Bonnie.
So I and Jess could just spend time together now, enjoying being there, and away from anything but getting better.
God Bless the family I have, at this time.
albert "jess" einstein
Thats who jess reminded me of. I think peter got a pic and will post it later. even the drs that came in while we were there commented right off that he looked like Einstein
He looked better today than he did yesterday. I think having lili there helps. He was talking up a storm and laughing. Hes going to be fine. But hes got a lot of work ahead of him in order to be 100%. But if you know Jess, he will do good. Now its time for him to cash in for all the care that hes given the twins all his life. He is such a blessing.
Luirea did a real good job seeing that everything got put into motion in the right direction. Thank you.
He looked better today than he did yesterday. I think having lili there helps. He was talking up a storm and laughing. Hes going to be fine. But hes got a lot of work ahead of him in order to be 100%. But if you know Jess, he will do good. Now its time for him to cash in for all the care that hes given the twins all his life. He is such a blessing.
Luirea did a real good job seeing that everything got put into motion in the right direction. Thank you.
Friday, March 27, 2009
sorry late.....
Sorry it took more time to write then I have had. I heard from my mom uncle jess was in the car accedent as you heard. Thank you all for posting. I had a hard time multi tasking. I was on my way to yahots oregon getting justin. He was having a hard time with Job corb. He needed his mom. My mom Alicia called to tell me the news so 3 hours of getting Justin I returned to uncle at emanuel hospital room 1511. I talked to the nurse and she explained how bad it was for uncle. I called aunt suzie so she can know details to tell my Aunt Alilia. I couldn't get her on the phone because of bad connection. I then called my husband said it out loud all the bad news. Uncle has a cracked thing in his chest which made it hard from him to breath. He broke his knee, and leg in two places. It is an open wound so they have a vacume on it to suck out all the bad stuff. ( like uncle ben had on his chest). :(. He has a broken wrist. He has a chiped area on the spin where the bumps are. lol You like how I spell and explain. This is still hard..........He has a humatoma above his eye. The nurse told me this was very serious. He had every type of test. He had surgery last night at 9ish. but he did ask the hospital for his Brother, my uncle Bud. He is amazing. He came up while I was racing back to portland. And took care of uncle Jess so he was not by him self before sergery.
I was in the hospital with my son at 11ish. Uncle Jess was out of sergery and they told me they would get me when he come back in the room. I was woke up at 1:ish to see Uncle Jess. He was tired but looked good. No black eye like I was told before. Justin and I was relieved. So I forgot to blog. sorry and please forgive. I talked to my uncle Bud and today he got the dog of uncles. Also went to the house and fed all the dogs and cats. He also was has the police report, pictures, and fire mans report. He has an attorney for uncle too. He will help uncle with all of this. He is amazing. Better then anything I could do.
Uncle jess has pins in his leg. He will have a skin graff and another sergery. He will be staying with my mom. since her apartment is perfect with an extra bed for handicap. He will be off his foot for 6 months. Crazy!! He will be in the hospital for at least 2 weeks. I know Aunt will take care of him, so I told my uncle Bud that if they need anything to call me. But I think my Aunt Alilia and Uncle Bud have it taken care of. ;). I seen uncle today and fed him. He can't feed him self. His right hand has a big cast on it.
so please fed him. lol, He wont ask..........but he ate chicken, cranberry juice, and some green beans. I love him. My uncle and nurse said how lucky he was he made it. An 85 year old man t boned him. He was hit at 45 mph. The car bucked, even the roof did. Uncle Jess said he was driving and seen a dark color then woke up having a hard time breathing. They shut down the 4 lane hwy both ways. he was taken out thru the passenger side of car. He broke his leg by applying the brake to stop the car. The other gentelmen walked way. thank goodness. It happen yesterday Sat at 1:30 ish.
Sorry again for taking so long to post
I was in the hospital with my son at 11ish. Uncle Jess was out of sergery and they told me they would get me when he come back in the room. I was woke up at 1:ish to see Uncle Jess. He was tired but looked good. No black eye like I was told before. Justin and I was relieved. So I forgot to blog. sorry and please forgive. I talked to my uncle Bud and today he got the dog of uncles. Also went to the house and fed all the dogs and cats. He also was has the police report, pictures, and fire mans report. He has an attorney for uncle too. He will help uncle with all of this. He is amazing. Better then anything I could do.
Uncle jess has pins in his leg. He will have a skin graff and another sergery. He will be staying with my mom. since her apartment is perfect with an extra bed for handicap. He will be off his foot for 6 months. Crazy!! He will be in the hospital for at least 2 weeks. I know Aunt will take care of him, so I told my uncle Bud that if they need anything to call me. But I think my Aunt Alilia and Uncle Bud have it taken care of. ;). I seen uncle today and fed him. He can't feed him self. His right hand has a big cast on it.
so please fed him. lol, He wont ask..........but he ate chicken, cranberry juice, and some green beans. I love him. My uncle and nurse said how lucky he was he made it. An 85 year old man t boned him. He was hit at 45 mph. The car bucked, even the roof did. Uncle Jess said he was driving and seen a dark color then woke up having a hard time breathing. They shut down the 4 lane hwy both ways. he was taken out thru the passenger side of car. He broke his leg by applying the brake to stop the car. The other gentelmen walked way. thank goodness. It happen yesterday Sat at 1:30 ish.
Sorry again for taking so long to post
Jess
went up to see Jess this morning. hes feeling no pain. morphine will do that do you. He seems to be in good spirits. again morphine.
he has a broken leg, broken ankle same leg, crack sternum, busted up knee cap in the other leg, and they are keeping an eye on the carotid artery. seems it had some damage, and they dont want it to hemorrhage. other than that hes lucid and aware.
seems he was hit head on at about 45 by another vehicle that was driven by a 80 yr old man.
all in all he seems to be ok. it could of been much worse. keep praying for him.
Dick
he has a broken leg, broken ankle same leg, crack sternum, busted up knee cap in the other leg, and they are keeping an eye on the carotid artery. seems it had some damage, and they dont want it to hemorrhage. other than that hes lucid and aware.
seems he was hit head on at about 45 by another vehicle that was driven by a 80 yr old man.
all in all he seems to be ok. it could of been much worse. keep praying for him.
Dick
Lili
Dear All, I am flying home today to be with Jess, I will not arrive until late on Friday night: Fri. 27, 2009 PM At 11:10. US Airways, United 321. I have arranged transportation from the airport, as I don't know where Jess will be, and I have our babies to see to for Jess. But, first it is to the location of where Jess will be. As at this time I don't know what is going on with him. I did talk to the station in the ER. Also I will call them to let them know the fight information, and time, so that they will know where and what my own location.
He is at a wonderful place, and now with be glad, of the health coverage he has in place.
Tinker is out at the shelter, and I will also help to see that she is taken to Lisi, and support whatever Jess and his team are dealing with, and be with him.
He charted his concern and our pets in his chart. I will be speaking to the staff and if Jess is awake talk to him, letting him know that I am aware.
Thank you Suzanne for letting the family know and also Lisi calling me, and Dick for stepping in for me, and knowing that Jess will love to see his face, and he can see and check the issues out. As the nurses said I could come in last night, and said it would be hard from TN. Laugh!!!
I know that this a heard time for Lueria and my heart goes to her. Please send her your love as I do, and look to see how she is and the kids, but also know that Lueria will be fine. Also good at seeing Jess is ok and also will Bud Nelson, his brother. I will be in contact today with him. Letting him be aware that I am coming home. Jess is surrounded with love, and a big family he loves and I love so deeply.
THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR BEING THERE FOR HIM AND THE LOVE OF OUR FAMILY.
HUGHES AND KISSES SENT, looking forward to seeing how it is, but with our family knowing all is good, how blessed Jess and I are for having all of you in our life.
Jess, sorry you are hurt, and know there is no way you could not have me not come, laugh, and you know it!!!! So, please, look to see my smiling face.
I spoke to Dick and it was wonderful to hear His voice and he will be in contact with me and let me know whats going on.
How wonderful it is, and great to have the blog to connect about this, and will update you once I and Jess are together on the next step of what will go forward.
Love to all, Lili
He is at a wonderful place, and now with be glad, of the health coverage he has in place.
Tinker is out at the shelter, and I will also help to see that she is taken to Lisi, and support whatever Jess and his team are dealing with, and be with him.
He charted his concern and our pets in his chart. I will be speaking to the staff and if Jess is awake talk to him, letting him know that I am aware.
Thank you Suzanne for letting the family know and also Lisi calling me, and Dick for stepping in for me, and knowing that Jess will love to see his face, and he can see and check the issues out. As the nurses said I could come in last night, and said it would be hard from TN. Laugh!!!
I know that this a heard time for Lueria and my heart goes to her. Please send her your love as I do, and look to see how she is and the kids, but also know that Lueria will be fine. Also good at seeing Jess is ok and also will Bud Nelson, his brother. I will be in contact today with him. Letting him be aware that I am coming home. Jess is surrounded with love, and a big family he loves and I love so deeply.
THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR BEING THERE FOR HIM AND THE LOVE OF OUR FAMILY.
HUGHES AND KISSES SENT, looking forward to seeing how it is, but with our family knowing all is good, how blessed Jess and I are for having all of you in our life.
Jess, sorry you are hurt, and know there is no way you could not have me not come, laugh, and you know it!!!! So, please, look to see my smiling face.
I spoke to Dick and it was wonderful to hear His voice and he will be in contact with me and let me know whats going on.
How wonderful it is, and great to have the blog to connect about this, and will update you once I and Jess are together on the next step of what will go forward.
Love to all, Lili
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Jess in a wreck/serously hurt
Please pray for Jess. He was in a serous wreck today and I am not real sure how bad he is hurt, but I know he is badly hurt. Lauria has been in touch with the hospital. She'll keep us posted.
home
Well, after a late start,I left Crescent city at 8am and got to P.land about 3:45. It was a nice but difficult drive. the weather was overcast but nice. no rain, but lots of traffic. Spring break ya know.
Before i left CC i took another trip around the loop and stopped infront of Castle Rock. Jim had tried to talk me into getting up early to see the alutian geese. i finally got a chance to see them. there were a couple (thousand) flying around the island. it was pretty amazing. it seemed like it was a constant flock circling the island in a white cloud of movement. i wish i would of taken time to see them earlier in my visit but oh well.
I really appreciate Jim and Sandi opening up their home and their heart to me and allowing me to stay as long as i did. Sandi really has a heart for being a hostess and is a good cook also. Jim has been very blessed to have her.
Jim well hes another story:) if you plan on going on an adventure with him make sure that you are properly dressed or have a change of clothes. Because you will either get wet or dirty. he is so full of energy and knowledge, that being his little brother its embarassing. i wish i had half the energy he does. It was really good to get to know both of them a little more.
Omaha, well what can i say. Hes a dog. but he is a very good companion.
They have done a great job raising their kids. and i know that they are very proud of them.
I wish i could really express my gratitude to them for everything they shared with me while i was down there.
I love you guys. And thank you.
Dick
I took 521 pictures. WOW!!!!
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Monday, March 23, 2009
Illa and Teresa
Illa and Teresa made it down here last night and today we took a little adventure up to cresent lookout and then hiked down to the beach.
We found a few agates and a few other little goodies.
Heres a few pictures to share with you. A good time was had by all.
Dick
Money Owed You?????
I was looking up something for my mom-in-law, then I got to looking. Lot's of Ben Garcia's out there. A bunch of them are owed money. There was one in Clovis, thought it might be our Ben. Anyway, check your name out: Here is the site that takes you there by State, or click on title above. Be warned, it takes a long time to get your $. Oh, if you get anything, you owe me a donut! (I have no shame) Peter
http://www.unclaimed.org/
http://www.unclaimed.org/
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Been kinda quiet here ...
Ok, so how is everyone. I'd really love to hear how everyone is doing. I see Dick & Jim having been having a great time. The newest family baby, is growing fast. And he is so cute.
So what are the rest of you all doing?
I went to see a little restaurant just out of town up the McKenzie today. It is just the right size. It has been my dream for years to have a jazzy little place, a Bistro of sorts that features art and antiques, as well. I think this could be that place. The owner is looking to lease/opt it. So I am going to brainstorm and see if I can stretch myself further and swing this little place. My kids will work it. It also has an older trailer house on it, with over an acre of land. The house would have to be replaced at some point. It has a drive-up window for sales, an outdoor patio and plenty of parking; right off a major vein east towards the mountains, Sisters, etc.
Bianca & Jordan just spent a week in Pheonix with DaDa and Shawnee (12 & 13) while Kara went on a 4 day business trip. They said it was way too hot and they totally appreciate Oregon weather. I don't think they will ever have kids, either.
Mike and Chardo both have birthdays this week. I just can't beleive my kids are catching up with me. Here I am only 45 this year and they are 33 & 38. What's up with that?
All in all life is good. I am still working all the time and still don't think people really want to work. I've advertised for weeks for a caregiver or resident manager and haven't found one yet. I think I'll take my plea to homeless people. I have a great little room ( 2 actually ) that would be perfect for a couple or a person. A semi-retired person/couple would be great. I really just need someone to do evening/nights and breakfast. I can bring others in 9-5 or 8-6 etc. A place to live, food and a salary, plenty of time off and no takers >>> course you have to be drug free, pass a criminal backgound check and deal with me .. that must be it. I think I scare people. But I can't be too careful in this line of work. You'd think this would be great for someone.
Well hope you all post how things are going and I hope all is well for everyone. If I get my little place open ... come visit and dinner is on me. I'll keep you all posted on my progress. I'll have one someday, if this one isn't it.
XOXOXO
So what are the rest of you all doing?
I went to see a little restaurant just out of town up the McKenzie today. It is just the right size. It has been my dream for years to have a jazzy little place, a Bistro of sorts that features art and antiques, as well. I think this could be that place. The owner is looking to lease/opt it. So I am going to brainstorm and see if I can stretch myself further and swing this little place. My kids will work it. It also has an older trailer house on it, with over an acre of land. The house would have to be replaced at some point. It has a drive-up window for sales, an outdoor patio and plenty of parking; right off a major vein east towards the mountains, Sisters, etc.
Bianca & Jordan just spent a week in Pheonix with DaDa and Shawnee (12 & 13) while Kara went on a 4 day business trip. They said it was way too hot and they totally appreciate Oregon weather. I don't think they will ever have kids, either.
Mike and Chardo both have birthdays this week. I just can't beleive my kids are catching up with me. Here I am only 45 this year and they are 33 & 38. What's up with that?
All in all life is good. I am still working all the time and still don't think people really want to work. I've advertised for weeks for a caregiver or resident manager and haven't found one yet. I think I'll take my plea to homeless people. I have a great little room ( 2 actually ) that would be perfect for a couple or a person. A semi-retired person/couple would be great. I really just need someone to do evening/nights and breakfast. I can bring others in 9-5 or 8-6 etc. A place to live, food and a salary, plenty of time off and no takers >>> course you have to be drug free, pass a criminal backgound check and deal with me .. that must be it. I think I scare people. But I can't be too careful in this line of work. You'd think this would be great for someone.
Well hope you all post how things are going and I hope all is well for everyone. If I get my little place open ... come visit and dinner is on me. I'll keep you all posted on my progress. I'll have one someday, if this one isn't it.
XOXOXO
It's safe now......almost
For pics of Gonzo click the title.
Peter, it’s safe to come down now, you’ll be glad to know that Dick has almost all the wood chopped up. In fact, he said that he was going to leave when he finished with it, so we had to go out and get more wood today.
Actually I wanted to take him to a place that he hadn’t been to before, so we went to a place called Major Moore’s. I’m not really sure if the good Major was a friend or a foe but he sure lived in a pretty location. It’s on the north fork of the Smith River about 25 miles off Hwy. 101 on a gravel road. It was pretty cool. Dick said he wanted to see lightening and thunder while be was here and although we didn’t see any while we up there we did have rain and snow. On the way back Dick probably felt what it’s like to be on the Jamaican Olympic Bobsledding Team…without the bobsled. Yes, I was in a little bit of a hurry.
We had to wait until we got back home before we had the lightening and thunder. By that time Dick was just happy to get back home. I think he may have lost interest in the thunder and lightening. Don’t worry though, it was still a successful day; we got wet. No, Dick didn’t find a suitable place to bathe himself, but he still got wet.
Yes, Sandi and I didn’t celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary last week even though our 30th anniversary was on Tuesday, March 17, we worked. We were going to take the day off, but decided that it would be too much trouble to make up sub plans. Andrew and Rachael came over looking for some sage advice on what it takes to be successful in a marriage. The only thing I could think of was, “Be around in 30 years so you’re there to enjoy it.”
Jim
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Two Gazebos
Here are two gazebos that we are considering as the family resting place for their remains. It will be placed out back where the animals are resting that were Ben's longest and special family animals. It will eventually have a garden around it. Just thought that I would post it so that all the family may see what we are doing.
Illa
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
so this is a perspective of part of the adventure that Jim and i took last weekend.
I got to tell you that i have had a good time while being here. ive seen alot of places and had alot of adventures with my big brother that i would not even imagine i could have. I really dont relish the idea of having to go back to the city at the end of the month, but it has to end sometime. hanging with Jim and Sandi has been a real learning curve for me. oh and today was their 30th. (i think i got that right).
Jim and i have alot of things in common. we both like ice cream ALOT. Chocolate is a staple. We would rather play than do alot of other things. although right now id really like to be working. It dosnt have to be sunny and 80 to enjoy the outdoors. we both drive fords. little dogs have their purpose in this world, not sure what it is though (sorry Bonnie, I love ya anyway). Everyday i see a little bit of him in me. which is cool. Oh and im really glad that cavemen discovered fire.
Oh did i mention that Gonzo is pretty cool too.
A little adventure today
I finally got a chance to adventure down a road i have been wanting to drive on.
The first picture is a large burl on one of the "little" redwoods that grow around here. the next two are the same burl with me in the pic to give it a little perspective. the fourth is one of the redwoods that dwarf my truck.
Pretty amazing how big these buggers grow. I guess with all the rain that falls in this area, it has to benefit somehow. :) Dick
On Death & Dying !
So life goes on ... at times I wonder how we pull one foot in front of another and just keep going with death all around. but we do; and for reasons unknown, I am sure.
A counselor once said, on death; if you do not feel or greive about death, it means you are not human. I find myself human, but not greiving in the way others might. does it mean I am unfeeling, or cold hearted, or just used to death around me or what ?
I am a Virgo. Do we have any other Virgos in the family that might understand what I'm saying?
So I have had my share of death for the last few months; enough already.
My brother-in-law, sister Joyce's husband, died this morning. He was the most recent in a string of passings over the last few months. Mary, my 94 year old client who had lived in this home for 15 years, died on the 1st. A 12 year old friend of the boys died with 3 others in a terrible wreck here a few weeks back. Annie, another client of mine for 3 years died on the day Ben, my beloved brother died. Another resident, Chuck left us on Nov. 1st.
With death so close for so many in my life; it has brought me again to the feeling of such fragility.
Even my grandaughter, Brooklyn has questioned it. She wondered why so many people choose not to have funerals now days. I told her it was partly the cost of them now days.
She told me she wants one. What a terrible thing for a young person to even have to think about.
But how often are we afraid to talk about such things and then if and when that times comes; how many are ready? How many know what another really wants?
When Mary died she, she had no one to tend to her needs. We took her things down. I called everyone she had written to, sent a little letter and a picture to her friends. I called a family member of her step son, who at one time came by to see her; just not over the last 3 years. They actually had the guts to come 'right over' to pick through her things and take what they wanted. But they didn't have the time to visit for 3 years or send a card or call.
Mary had prepaid for her burial in Cali beside her late husband, but with inflation, it didn't cover all the costs. There was no one to pay for her costs. There was no one to pick out her burial clothes. What a sad ending for someone who was so sweet, lived so long and gave so much to others. She was family to us, so I took care of the needed stuff. But death is so sad when one is not prepared or when there is no one to share it with. Eveyone should have someone that cares enough to make sure all is taken care of.
But >>>> I also feel it is so necessary for us to be prepared. No one will really know what anyone wants unless you talk about it, prepare for it and write it down.
Life is so fragile. I do know what I want; but I need to write it all down. I don't fear death, I only fear for those who seem to need me so badly. What will life be like for those I leave behind? Another reason for family to stay close and loving. I know my kids and gr. kids will need the loving support of all. They are strong, but they will be lost for a while.
By the way;
Just a simple memorial .... I'll be cremated.
Everyone MUST wear red and purple and / or animal prints.
I want smooth jazz playing loudly.
I want laughter and fun stories told to remember the best days I shared with everyone.
And mostly I want everyone to know I really lived while I was alive. I worked hard to live good and I gave whatever I had a could to others along the way. I strived to do what was right, even though I was often really screwed up by definitions of right and wrong.
I will leave of legacy of children; loved and they will carry on.
I will not be unhappy to leave this world. It's been a hard life. But a good one as well.
I will insist my kids have my ashes in various containers so I can be with them always; they will hear my voice when they don't eat right or act right; I am sure my ashes will be spilled, swept up or thrown out some day along the way and that's ok, too.
Some of the funnest stories from here are of some of the urns that no one tells us are urns, only for us to find out in some weird way. We dropped them, spilled them and swept them up and replaced the ashes ... So we know there are spirits roaming all over this house. But they fly with the angels that protect us here, so they are in good company. I want to remain with my kids forever in some way. So they will have to just deal with it.
So there you have it. I'm on day 77 of 24/7. I did take 3 days off in early Feb. My body is weary, my brain is overworked but my spirit lives fully intact. So it is true there is life after death, because I probably look like death warmed over.
Sorry my thoughts are mostly on the more serious side life.
Suzanne
A counselor once said, on death; if you do not feel or greive about death, it means you are not human. I find myself human, but not greiving in the way others might. does it mean I am unfeeling, or cold hearted, or just used to death around me or what ?
I am a Virgo. Do we have any other Virgos in the family that might understand what I'm saying?
So I have had my share of death for the last few months; enough already.
My brother-in-law, sister Joyce's husband, died this morning. He was the most recent in a string of passings over the last few months. Mary, my 94 year old client who had lived in this home for 15 years, died on the 1st. A 12 year old friend of the boys died with 3 others in a terrible wreck here a few weeks back. Annie, another client of mine for 3 years died on the day Ben, my beloved brother died. Another resident, Chuck left us on Nov. 1st.
With death so close for so many in my life; it has brought me again to the feeling of such fragility.
Even my grandaughter, Brooklyn has questioned it. She wondered why so many people choose not to have funerals now days. I told her it was partly the cost of them now days.
She told me she wants one. What a terrible thing for a young person to even have to think about.
But how often are we afraid to talk about such things and then if and when that times comes; how many are ready? How many know what another really wants?
When Mary died she, she had no one to tend to her needs. We took her things down. I called everyone she had written to, sent a little letter and a picture to her friends. I called a family member of her step son, who at one time came by to see her; just not over the last 3 years. They actually had the guts to come 'right over' to pick through her things and take what they wanted. But they didn't have the time to visit for 3 years or send a card or call.
Mary had prepaid for her burial in Cali beside her late husband, but with inflation, it didn't cover all the costs. There was no one to pay for her costs. There was no one to pick out her burial clothes. What a sad ending for someone who was so sweet, lived so long and gave so much to others. She was family to us, so I took care of the needed stuff. But death is so sad when one is not prepared or when there is no one to share it with. Eveyone should have someone that cares enough to make sure all is taken care of.
But >>>> I also feel it is so necessary for us to be prepared. No one will really know what anyone wants unless you talk about it, prepare for it and write it down.
Life is so fragile. I do know what I want; but I need to write it all down. I don't fear death, I only fear for those who seem to need me so badly. What will life be like for those I leave behind? Another reason for family to stay close and loving. I know my kids and gr. kids will need the loving support of all. They are strong, but they will be lost for a while.
By the way;
Just a simple memorial .... I'll be cremated.
Everyone MUST wear red and purple and / or animal prints.
I want smooth jazz playing loudly.
I want laughter and fun stories told to remember the best days I shared with everyone.
And mostly I want everyone to know I really lived while I was alive. I worked hard to live good and I gave whatever I had a could to others along the way. I strived to do what was right, even though I was often really screwed up by definitions of right and wrong.
I will leave of legacy of children; loved and they will carry on.
I will not be unhappy to leave this world. It's been a hard life. But a good one as well.
I will insist my kids have my ashes in various containers so I can be with them always; they will hear my voice when they don't eat right or act right; I am sure my ashes will be spilled, swept up or thrown out some day along the way and that's ok, too.
Some of the funnest stories from here are of some of the urns that no one tells us are urns, only for us to find out in some weird way. We dropped them, spilled them and swept them up and replaced the ashes ... So we know there are spirits roaming all over this house. But they fly with the angels that protect us here, so they are in good company. I want to remain with my kids forever in some way. So they will have to just deal with it.
So there you have it. I'm on day 77 of 24/7. I did take 3 days off in early Feb. My body is weary, my brain is overworked but my spirit lives fully intact. So it is true there is life after death, because I probably look like death warmed over.
Sorry my thoughts are mostly on the more serious side life.
Suzanne
Monday, March 16, 2009
A visit to 60 foot falls.
Ben and Teresa are checking out the falls. I think BJ is looking for a fish. PeterThis is Monday, not Windsday!!!
We are getting hammered by high winds. Gusting up to 46 mph at times. It is taking my roof off. The neighbor and I went and put tires up there, I have called my Insurance co. and now just waiting to see how much damage will be eventually done at the end. I have a $500 deductible. I think I can do most of the repair work as long as it doesn't take the whole roof off. Supposedly the whole roof is shaky so we are hoping everything will be ok.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Nothing like kicking the old feet up.
Nice boots, huh? I stopped and hiked around Burney Falls on my way back home. If you follow the title link, you'll go to my off-Lulu publishing blog. You can bookmark that for news on my different projects, released through the Lulu storefront, my DeviantArt gallery, and the other storefronts that I am slowly setting up.
~Teresa
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Monday, March 9, 2009
Sunday, March 8, 2009
He's Back!
Joh 5:25 Truely, truely, I say unto you, The hour is coming, and now is, when the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God: and they that hear shall live.
It snowed again last night, and you see my Snow Hobbit is back! This definitely has to be a record. I know it is since '74. That's when Karen, the kids and I moved to Oregon. What makes this so odd, is our elevation is only 360ft. I think it must have something to do with being in the foothills of this part of the coastal range.
It snowed again last night, and you see my Snow Hobbit is back! This definitely has to be a record. I know it is since '74. That's when Karen, the kids and I moved to Oregon. What makes this so odd, is our elevation is only 360ft. I think it must have something to do with being in the foothills of this part of the coastal range.
Saturday, March 7, 2009
Friday, March 6, 2009
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Tai Chi Fans
I recently made the investment in some goods to help me learn a particular form of Tai Chi that I have been wanting to learn for a long time, the Fan Form. I've taken classes on the barehand form of the Yang Family long form, I've read the Classics, several recent books, have been working (very) slowly on learning the sword form (even the wood practice swords are heavy), but until recently I never was able to find the proper training fans or a video.
A teacher versed in the fan style would be awesome, but making do with what's available...
Now, when I watched the training video regarding the fan form, which also included several qigong exercises, Athena decided that she wanted to watch with me and then exercise along with the video. She was very pleased to recognize some of the stances from her illustrated child's Tai Chi book, which emphasized the animal derivations of the stances, the history, and how good exercise is for the body. Then Merlin walked by the door and saw us practicing with fans and doing the exercises, and joined us.
The children are very excited about this. Now if I can just keep them moving slow... And given the health benefits of Tai Chi, I rather hope they stick with it. I know I certainly feel it when I don't do my exercises for a while and notice a vast improvement when I'm good and do them regularly.
Maybe later this year we can get pictures or a short video of the kids and I doing this together outside where we'll all have room without having to stack up... if their interest lasts that long.
I love how the family is so active and makes time for stuff, it's really cool to read what all of you do for enjoyment, exercise, and mental health.
~Teresa
A teacher versed in the fan style would be awesome, but making do with what's available...
Now, when I watched the training video regarding the fan form, which also included several qigong exercises, Athena decided that she wanted to watch with me and then exercise along with the video. She was very pleased to recognize some of the stances from her illustrated child's Tai Chi book, which emphasized the animal derivations of the stances, the history, and how good exercise is for the body. Then Merlin walked by the door and saw us practicing with fans and doing the exercises, and joined us.
The children are very excited about this. Now if I can just keep them moving slow... And given the health benefits of Tai Chi, I rather hope they stick with it. I know I certainly feel it when I don't do my exercises for a while and notice a vast improvement when I'm good and do them regularly.
Maybe later this year we can get pictures or a short video of the kids and I doing this together outside where we'll all have room without having to stack up... if their interest lasts that long.
I love how the family is so active and makes time for stuff, it's really cool to read what all of you do for enjoyment, exercise, and mental health.
~Teresa
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
We went kayakin'
What better way to end a hard day of work! Dick and I went kayaking this evening in the harbor.
Joey liked it.
Jim
Joey liked it.
Jim
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Ancestry Painting
For those of you wondering about the genetic composition of the Garcia family, below is a diagram derived from a DNA test I took with a company called: 23andMe. This particular data is based upon autosomal DNA, which is a mix of genetic information passed down from both parents. Bear in mind that this data also includes my mom's family's data. This data represents geographic origins of one's ancestors prior to intercontinental migration (i.e. before airplanes, ships, trains, etc. allowed ready migration from one's original homeland).
What this data indicates is that I am predominately of a European origin (95%) with a minor contribution of Asian genes (5%). The African markers are considered genetic remnants from ancient times (+/-1%). The "Asian" markers are actually American Indian (Amerind) markers, as genetically Amerind populations are derived from E. Asian. I posed the question to 23andMe's geneticists of what 5% Asian means in practical terms and they stated that it likely indicates either a single Great-Great-Grandparent of Amerind ancestry or multiple Great-Granparents of mixed Amerind-European ancestry, with the latter being the more likely in my opinion (based upon genealogical research). My mom's family has no known Amerind ancestry, so the Amerind ancestry comes from the Garcia family, which appears to be a Mestizo mixture of European (probably Spanish) and Amerind genes. This is a very common mixture for those of Hispanic heritage. I was, however, surprised by the low contribution of Amerind genes.
If anyone wants to hear anymore of what I have found feel free to contact me through my dad, Jim.
Enjoy,
Randy
What this data indicates is that I am predominately of a European origin (95%) with a minor contribution of Asian genes (5%). The African markers are considered genetic remnants from ancient times (+/-1%). The "Asian" markers are actually American Indian (Amerind) markers, as genetically Amerind populations are derived from E. Asian. I posed the question to 23andMe's geneticists of what 5% Asian means in practical terms and they stated that it likely indicates either a single Great-Great-Grandparent of Amerind ancestry or multiple Great-Granparents of mixed Amerind-European ancestry, with the latter being the more likely in my opinion (based upon genealogical research). My mom's family has no known Amerind ancestry, so the Amerind ancestry comes from the Garcia family, which appears to be a Mestizo mixture of European (probably Spanish) and Amerind genes. This is a very common mixture for those of Hispanic heritage. I was, however, surprised by the low contribution of Amerind genes.
If anyone wants to hear anymore of what I have found feel free to contact me through my dad, Jim.
Enjoy,
Randy
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