Another year older.... October 29,2007

I can honestly say I never looked past 30. I know some of you are laughing righ now try to control yourself. So to think that I am 35 just blows me away. I have a husband who loves me a son whom I never thought I would have and I live close to family and friends( of coarse there are all the friends that I made while away for 10 years). Really these are all the things that I though intangible. I truely feel blessed and loved. Thank you!

Here are a few picture from tonight. Darren isn't home till tomorrow. I had many offers for dinner, my sister in law was kind enough to come over and bring dinner and my fabulous nephews. They wanted to see Sam's costume for Halloween so here is a sneak peak!

Sunshine on my shoulders October 26,2007

What is a fall day if you can't hang out with your Dad and your best friend Bronwynne! Just a few captures of Sam enjoying the bit of sunshine that we are able to snag!

Captain O Captain October 21,2007

This post is long overdue. I would like to proudly announce that my dear husband has received his Captains bars. He has moved over to the left seat! Yay! I could spout many cheers and accolade's but I just wanted to acknowledge all is hard work and perseverance as he has pursued his career.
The picture was a quick snap before he left for his first pairing as a Captian. And just a few of Sam in the backyard in between all the rain that we have had.

Congrats Captain Jarvis!

Sam & Sarah October 20,2007

I have been wanting to share these photos for quite some time. But due to the fact they were for Mom's birthday I was not a liberty to share until now. So here are a few pictures from the park with Sarah & Sam. The first pictures is the one that we choose and had made into a canvas for Mom's birthday. The next few are a few of the alternatives.

If you are looking do to some thing similar I would highly recommend www.canvasondemand.com they are fantastic.

Some Last Photos October 14,2007

Part IV Birthday October 14,2007

Part III Birthday October 14,2007

More Birthday Pictures October 14,2007

Mom's Surprise 65th Birthday Party October 14,2007

Well for those of you who did not know we had a surprise party for my mom on her birthday. It was a wonderful day and a fantastic time was had by all I will be posting a couple of entries as I can not fit all the pictures in one. Thank you to all those who attend it was wonderful to see all the familair faces. And for those who could not attend we missed your presence but appreciated your well wishes!

Thanksgiving October 7 & 8, 2007

This Thanksgiving dinner was go go go. I actually headed over to Darren's parent house for a couple hours then ran to the airport to pick up Darren. Went back to continue our nice evening. Then Monday afternoon we all went to my parents house it was a nice time. So here are a few pictures from both.Monday morning we went out to Campbell Valley Park for walk and what did Sam want to do but read a book about TRUCKS!

Giver or Taker October 5,2007

Darren & I recently had this conversation about being givers or takers. It is rather a profound topic when you sit back and discuss the depth. I would suspect that most of us were raised to become givers. It is inevitable that you have to take sometimes to help yourself or your children but this is with the idea that giving is a part of that circle that you start. Like the ying and yang you need both to complete.
In light of our recent events re:sticky fingers! I was brooding about how these people could just come in and take from us. Not just the possesions but the trust in the human race. I have to say that I was out gardening yesterday, as it was one of our only nice days. During my time outside two of my neighbours came over to see how our family is doing and if there was any status on our goods. These simple gesture began to restore some of that trust! It is truly amazing how the our world works.
I am fortunate to be surround with family, friends and neighbours that are compassionate and caring and this I to take but not for granted!

So THANK YOU!

Vent Very BIG Vent!

Well much to our surprise some fine individuals have choosen to vandalize and take our property the other night. We were on our way out the other morning to spend some time together. As Darren was helping get Sam adjusted in his car seat. I looked over and mentioned that we aquired a crappy bike. Darren proceed to look and said well that is because their hands must have been full with our ride on lawn mower, push mower and his new chipper! I can honestly say I feel violated. That these individuals have made the choice to come on our property cut open the area it was being held and take it all. Not only did they do this but they had to negotiated our driveway in the middle of the night and move the wheelbarrow to get the rest out as the lumber Darren had stored was in the way where they cut the big hole would not be sufficient. I really felt that we were living in a safe neighbourhood. I did managed to speak to most of my nieghbours their property was left untouched.
When the police officer did arrive he mentioned that in the same area thieves had also taken an ATV and a trailer. Unbelievable, I realize that we are not the first or the last to have this happen to them but I do feel a little less trusting today! Too Bad.

Thanks for letting me get this off my chest! As Darren said it was just a possesion not our health or our child! I agree.

Scrappin' September 29,2007

So last night after an imprompt call to my sister in law, who was kind enough to take Sam for the evening. I met up with my girlfriends whom I hadn't seen in quite a while. We had an evening of scrappin together. I am sure glad that I ended up being able to attend. And I am also grateful that Sam had a fabulous evening. So much that he slept till 9am. Which I might at is highly unusual, I guess he should be spending more time at the Oly household!

New talent at our house! September 21,2007

Now all you mothers can already appreciate the following. So I thought Sam was being a little too quite. I was just finishing up on the computer to discover this....

Painting Grandma & Papa's house Sept 12,2007

We managed to get back to Grandma & Papa' house to finish painting. We did the stucco top part a few days before with Karen. So the photos attached are from the new color going on the cedar boards. Now if memory serves me correct when I was young it was a harvest gold color for many years, then late in my teens the blue grey was introduced and now a brick red. Inspired by their trip to Sweden and seening my grandathers birth place and farm. So without further ado....

Just another beach day! September 10,2007

We find ourselves at the beach as it is a dog and kid friendly place. Everyone runs freely and is just happy doing so. So here is our latest venture down to White Rock. As you can see Sam is getting way to confortable with the sand and taking the term mud bath literally!

A quick visit to Grandma & Papa's August 29,2007

Sam & I stopped in on Grandma & Papa to bring them some goods from our garden. We had a pleasent visit and of coarse there are some pictures to share. The first picture is a flower from the Grandma's garden then Sam smelling the flowers and finally a picture of the peaches we brought over from our place.

Way behind time to play catch up.... Aug 27,2007

We managed to go to the beach with Auntie Donna, Kyle, Brandon and a friend Taylor. We had an enjoyable time it was really nice to see Sam interacting with his cousins. The boys are just so good with him taking the time to get down on his level and help him out. We are just lucky that way!

Fall is setting in, let's Bake! September 4,2007

Okay I wasn't quite baking but I did make a yummy treat! So I tried my hand at making marshmallows. And I have to say they turned out quite nicely. Definely worth putting out for a treat on a bday or for Christmas treat bags. So without futher ado the pictures.

First you toast the coconut. Then you begin to heat the sugar mixture till the correct temp. You add that mixture to the disolved gelatin and mix till light and fluffly. Add to your dish with the toasted coconut and let sit for 24 hours. I think that was the challenging part for Darren.