Happy New Year?

I don't think so but I'm gonna try (or cry).

May the Angels in your life guide you through a Merry Christmas Season. God Bless you all!

How bout this one?

CONGRATULATIONS MEGGIE LOO HOO!

With a bright future ahead of you there'll be "No Looking Back"! I'm Proud of You!

God Only Knows!

How will this all turn out? I have no idea...pray for me!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!

A wish to everyone for a wonderful and warm Thanksgiving filled with good friends, family, and food! Yum!

Crystal Notion

Lots of new and different "Pretties" to buy. Come and Visit!

Thanks Everyone!

Thanks to all for the support and suggestions to help me with my emergency employment issues. I put up a sign at my kiosk for one day and got 2 good candidates for the job. I think I'll hire one of them tomorrow! I could do a commercial for Staples to say "That Was Easy"! Hee Hee! Love you All!

All Work and No Play!

Ok...so today is the first day I've had a moment to breathe in awhile. I don't work until tonight so I can get my hair done, and catch up on book work among other things. Sales are picking up and people are already shopping for Christmas. It gets earlier every year. Come and visit me at the mall. It's my new home until Dec. 31st! I'll try to get a picture of my crystal cart sometime soon. It's beautiful! God Bless you all!

Halloween Fun!

Halloween Fun for Jamey,Kate and Megan. Jamey looks mighty fine in his "Mr. T" Bling...Fool! Megan looks bewitching and Kate looks absolutely scrumptious as a "Cha-Cha-Cha-Chia" Pet! You guys crack me up!

Happy Howlaween!

Yep! Even dogs get to dress in costumes! Come see ours at PurrSniKitty-Bow WoWser in Apache Mall! We're handing out dog and cat treats on Halloween for a "Howling" good time!

You are the CAT'S MEOW! Did you know that?

HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY MEGAN!!

Wow! 23 years of amazing experiences and challenges! We're always there to support you and lift you when you need it or celebrate life when it's good! You make us VERY PROUD! Love you always and forever! Please check back tomorrow or tonight for pictures...stupid blogger photo uploader is down! How incovenient!
May your days be blessed.

PurrSniKitty-Bow WoWser

Check out the new Kiosk in Apache Mall! I know you want to!

A Heartfelt Blessing...

"People travel to wonder at the height of the mountains, at the
huge waves of the seas, at the long course of the rivers, at the
vast compass of the ocean, at the circular motion of the stars, and
yet they pass by themselves without wondering."
~St. Augustine

Let your thoughts be still for a moment and travel within to the
Isle of You, that incredibly peaceful place inhabited by your Soul.
As your breath eases in and out, and all the world around you fades
away, you'll find yourself in the most restful, relaxing place on
earth. And the nice thing is, you can go back any time you like.


May your day be filled with all things good.

Steppin' Out of the Shadows

Here is today's Heartfelt Blessing.

"Man stands in his own shadow and wonders why it is dark."
~Zen saying

We stand in the shadow of our lives every time we tell ourselves
that something cannot be done because we are not good enough, or
strong enough, or rich enough, or young enough or thin enough, or
anything else enough. It is only when we boldly declare, "I am
enough!" that we are able to step from the shadow and into the
light of a beautiful new day.



May your day be filled with all things good.

"Hey Coach! I think I need a bigger jersey!"

Coming Soon!

Oh Yeah! Did I tell Ya?! I'm opening on Sunday!! It will look a lot different once I get all my goodies loaded on it so come out to Apache Mall and see! You can click on the pictures to enlarge them and inspect some of the merchandise more closely. I am also doing a "Cutest Pet" contest so you can all bring pictures of your cutest pet and vote to win a $10 gift Certificate. No Really!! I'm not kidding! Tell all your friends. Even if you don't have a pet you can still vote (or just come visit me!)! Wish Me Luck!

IF I KNEW

If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly
and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.

If I knew it would be the last time
that I see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss
and call you back for one more

If I knew it would be the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would video tape each action and word,
so I could play them back day after day.

If I knew it would be the last time,!
I could spare an extra minute
to stop and say "I love you,"
instead of assuming you would KNOW I do.

If I knew it would be the last time
I would be there to share your day,
Well I'm sure you'll have so many more,
so I can let just this one slip away.

For surely there's always tomorrow
to make up for an oversight,
and we always get a second chance
to make everything just right.

There will always be another day
to say "I love you,"
And certainly there's another chance
to say our "Anything I can do?"

But just in case I might be wrong,
and today is all I get,
I'd like to say how much I love you
and I hope we never forget.

Tomorrow is not promised to anyone,
young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance
you get to hold your loved one tight.

So if you're waiting for tomorrow,
why not do it today?
For if tomorrow never comes,
you'll surely regret the day,

That you didn! 't take that extra time
for a smile, a hug, or a kiss
and you were too busy to grant someone,
what turned out to be their one last wish

So hold your loved ones close today,
and whisper in their ear,
Tell them how much you love them
and that you'll always hold them dear

Take time to say "I'm sorry,"
"Please forgive me," "Thank you," or "It's okay."
And if tomorrow never comes,
you'll have no regrets about today.

Isn't it Lovely?

We had a lovely weekend in Minneapolis! Friday night we met Rick's brother Randy and his wife Michelle at our favorite downtown restaurant to celebrate our 26th anniversary. We got to sign up to win tickets for 4 to the Oct. 8th Vikings football game and the guys got to have their picture taken with 2 very "Hot" Vikings Cheerleaders! Hee hee! Michelle WON THE TICKETS!! Then we went to the Comedy show "Triple Expresso". We laughed soooo hard! This is a Great Family Show that runs all year in Minneapolis. I would suggest it to anyone who loves to laugh! A great time was had by all! On Saturday we ate and shopped and then crashed our son Jamey's party he was having that night. We had a blast! Sunday we had an awesome breakfast and then walked around downtown until it was time to bring bagels for breakfast to jamey and Megan and friends. They were actually up until 5:30AM and we showed up around 11:00! Hee Hee! We visited Jamey's studio that he's in the process of remodeling and then Megan had to take off for Winona. Jamey is part of a fall Recreational soccer league and he had a game at 3:00 so we grabbed sandwiches and went to the game. It was so nice to sit in the sun and get excited about watching a sport! I haven't watched him do anything like that since high school over 7 years ago! Weird. Brought back lots of fun memories! You'll all be glad to know that the team won! If I'm not mistaken...this was their 4th game and they're undefeated so far. Check out the pics below. For those of you who wish to know...Jamey's new friend is sitting next to me in the cheering section (blond hair and blue jeans). Her name is Kate and she's a REAL SWEETIE!

2 of the Star members of the team...but where is Osamu?

The Cheering Section!

Yep! He's still got it!

I believe Megan thinks she's still in London. Wishful thinking I guess. Isn't she lovely?

"26" ...But Who's Counting?

It was 26 years ago we were wed. We've made it through. It can be a challenge at times but as you all know us so well...We're up for it! May God keep us going in the same direction. That will help! Happy Anniversary Honey!

Biker Biddy's ready to roll! Rrraaahhrrr!

Who's Counting?

Ok...I am! Only 19 days of freedom left. I'm kinda excited to be back in the grind. At least for a little bit. For now I shall continue to price tag everything and go crazy finding space for everything. It's getting ridiculous! Megan...I may have to resort to your room (Ha! JK)

God Help Me!

Only 26 days of freedom left!!

Another BEginning

So we took the day on Sunday to move Megan into her temporary home at college for one last time. She'll finish up her requirements for a degree in English (writing emphasis) and a minor in Theatre, Communications & Public Relations. Soooo with a little bit of luck, proper preparation, and a lot of prayer she'll be able to move to the "Big City" to begin the pursuit of her dream in entertainment. It will be a long road but, then again, with a little bit of luck, proper preparation, and a lot of prayer, she'll be successful at whatever she chooses to do. Good luck Megan!
We're proud of you!

Beautiful!

So today was such a beautiful day that we decided to go to Lanesboro and ride bikes on the Root River Trail. It was such a good time but I don't think I'll be hopping back on any ol' bike for awhile. 20 miles of pedaling and the wind blowing through your hair can create a pretty Sore You Know What (A--!) Ahhhh... the life. Megan decided that she didn't want to stay home and be bored so she came with us. She was a real trooper. We picked up a bucket of chicken to eat on our way home and called it a fantastic way to end another beautiful summer day! Oh...did I ever tell ya?....I LOVE SUMMER!!!!

Crow's Feet...

"Look at everything as though you are seeing it for the first time,
with the eyes of a child, fresh with wonder."
~Joseph Cornell

It is not the passage of time that ages us nearly so much as it is
the erosion of childlike eagerness. As essayist Samuel Ullman
pointed out over 80 years ago, "Years may wrinkle the skin, but to
give up enthusiasm wrinkles the soul."

Beginning today, make a daily committment to return to the ideals
of your youth, where adventure was more important than ease and
each day was met with eagerness instead of dread. If anyone asks
why the sudden lightheartedness, tell them its your new wrinkle
treatment. Your using it to get rid of all those little crow's
feet that tend to show up around the soul.

The 2 newest Vikings...

May God have Mercy!!

The 3 Men arrive in Norway

And 3 makes 5! Rick, Randy, & Jamey arrived in Norway safely to join their father Gale (grandfather to Jamey) & Uncle Bob who have been over there for a week. They should feel right at home with all that extra Norwegion Blood pumping through the country. Hope the country survives them!

A good Day was had by All!

This was last Saturday! It was spent with the girls out on Lake Zumbro. Deb, Shirley, and Kathy are all previous co-workers from the K-M School District. It's been awhile since we've gotten together but we always have a great time when we do! Thanks for inviting us Deb! It couldn't have been a more perfect way to spend such a warm day. And the ending fireworks spectacular was the icing on the cake! I loooove Summer!

Words of Inspiration:

"Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail." Ralph Waldo Emerson

Now I know it's hot outside but....

I can live with it as long as I have my air conditioning. Only problem is that our windows have been closed up for so many days I'm getting sick of it. And could anyone please tell me how "Bats" get into my house with no windows or doors open? Hmmmm? My husband refuses to figure it out. He won't take the time! Well...I hope a bat comes up and bites him in the butt! Why do these bats torture us so? I may have to move into the city and get out of the country soon. I can't take it anymore. Besides...I don't think the bats would miss me at all. They love my house! I'm sure
they'd just move right in and take over. WE'll see how Rick likes that!

A Day on a SegWay!

My sister-in-law Michelle, friend Sherry, & I had an amazing tour on July 8th in Minneapolis. Michelle decided she couldn't live without trying this so we all hopped on (some of us better than others) and spend 3 hours touring part of Minneapolis. You get to see parts of the city you probably wouldn't see on your own. It's amazing! If anyone is interested in trying this let me know. I have a coupon for a $10 discount. These machines are amazing! Try it...you'll love it!

Some Kids Never Grow Up!

Jamey has always wanted to become a Ghostbuster. As you can see...his dream has finally been realized. Go Get Em Jamey!

Whew!

I'm finally home from the fair! Oh my gosh! Everyone needs to remind me how hot it gets in July so I won't do it again! It was waaaay to hot! Attendance was down and I can't stand just sitting around but it was too hot to do anything else. Uuugh! Glad to be outta there! I spent today getting reorganized and resting. Rick and I cooked steaks on the grill for dinner (Yum!) and then we decided to go see the Pirates movie in Kasson. It was fun! I love having the movie theatre in our community. It's a nice thing to do on such a hot evening when there is nothing else to do. The movie was great! Good Pirate fun! I just looooove Johhny Depp!! I could melt in his beautiful eyes. ummmmm...yep...I would do that. Oh...I better wake up from my dream before I get myself in too much trouble. Hee Hee. I'm excited for this weekend. We're going to Stillwater to spend the weekend there with some friends. Should be a Hoot! I LOOOOOVE SUMMER!! YAY!

FUN with the Gransee Family!

Seek out your friends and life is a little easier!

4th of July Festivities

What a FANtastic Week it's been!!

Family and friends...what could be better?!!

Beautiful Weekend!

It's going to be a beautiful SUMMER weekend everyone so just enjoy it! Me? I think I'll just play all weekend. Gotta do it! Yay!

AAAAaaaahhhhhh!

No...this is not a sigh of relief! I thought initiating "Quickbooks" for my business would be a big help. I admit that I see the potential...it's just that if I do any more data entry I'm gonna kill myself!!! And that's what will be required of me. A TON of data entry. I just don't know if I can do data entry for quickbooks, produce my orders from about 50 different suppliers, inventory everything, create price tags and then tag every stinking item I have! Plus I have hundreds of suncatcher prism hangings I have to custom make also!! I'm exhausted with the thought! And what was that you said?! You think I actually have time to sit at the Dodge County Fair and twiddle my thumbs for 5 days??!! Yeah right! I'm gonna go shoot myself now! Have a good life everyone!

It's About time!

Rick says I need to update but I have nothing to say! Not even really random thoughts. Oh well. I am tremedously busy getting my businesses off the ground. Soooo much work! I have been putting in 8 hour (and then some)days for weeks. I'm getting there but time is running short. I have no idea if it will all work (or pay off for that matter) but I guess time will tell. Keep your fingers crossed and say a prayer. Yep! We'll get there. In the meantime, I'm boring you all with my words. Have a nice weekend everyone! :^)

SHOUT IT OUT LOUD!!

Jamey has done an amazing job of keeping his sanity the past 2 weeks since he left his "Day Job" to go off on his own as a designer. This kid's got it goin' on!! I guess we would say that over $60,000 in jobs offered to him in just a few days would be reason enough to celebrate but now he also gets to travel to San Francisco and Los Angeles. I dunno...is this really fair??! We're OHHHH Sooo Proud of You!

SHOUT IT OUT LOUD!!

Meggie Loo Hoo has done an amazing job of keeping her sanity this last week with everything she's had going on (although this picture would make one wonder about her sanity-hee hee). And she Aced her last 2 tests in Anatomy too! "You Go Girl!!" Keep up the Good work! We're OHHHH Sooooo Proud of You!

Congratulations Cory!

We're all Very Proud of You!!

Any day can be Mother's Day!

Thanks Megs...How many points does that earn you?

Most Deserved Promotion!

Congratulations Rick!! You are "Outstanding in Your Field", er...lake, er...whatever. What's that? You say to call you "Senior" now?

The Erickson's Exciting Adventure!!

If you click on this picture you'll see what Rick's shirt reads. How appropriate!
Jamey!
Megan!