PROJECT 365 PICTURE OF THE DAY 9/15/11

While we watched TR Boys tennis into the early evening, we had a beautiful view of the sky and the sunset. To me, it looks like a tennis ball in motion (going the wrong way, but you get the effect). It didn't last for long, but the sky was so beautiful and we had a great view. This was taken right as Nick was playing his 4 doubles match which they won 6-3, 6-2. Sure hope they keep the energy they have together because they are a good team together. Thankful for being able to be there to watch him.

PROJECT 365 PICTURE OF THE DAY 9/14/11

Today, mom had her second knee replacement. She just had the first one in May so this was a quick turn around. We waited in the waiting room longer than usual because she stayed in recovery as they got a room ready for her. In this photo, I think we are all getting a little wiped out, loopy and very relieved the surgery had gone well. Now, it's on to the recovery and getting comfortable and back on her feet. The courage, grace and faith she has within is such a gift to us all.

PROJECT 365 PICTURE OF THE DAY 9/12/11

Always good to see Pam when she comes out. In the past, she brought her sweet cocker spaniel, Corkie, with her and the dogs would play, hangout, eat cheese while we caught up. This past year, Corkie died at the age of 8 (waaaay too young) but Pam was out to surprise her mom. Shari, Pam and I met up in Morrison and ate at Tony Rigatoni's on the back patio and then took a walk along the river and took some photos. It was fun to learn a new way to take photos of water and hopefully, I captured it (still haven't uploaded all of them so I'll have to do that soon.) Pam gave me a gift certificate to Liquid Spa which is by our house just for being a friend and helping others...so not necessary and I was a bit overwhelmed by the kindness of that and very appreciated. Can't wait to use it...thinking a really nice pedicure would be perfect.

PROJECT 365 PICTURE OF THE DAY 9/11/11

Ten years...ten years since that horrendous day where our lives changed forever. My heart is filled with so much emotion today and sometimes, it's almost impossible to bear. Everybody has the "where was I when this happend" story and then there are the families, those directly affected, those whose actions impacted the day...so many facets to this story than will always need to be told...but for today, it's time to REMEMBER and never never forget.

PROJECT 365 PICTURE OF THE DAY 9/10/11

#1 is on the field for the start of another fall soccer season. Back with a group of friends he has played with for many years and new players, he hit the field with Zach Triplett as captains. For the best couple of seasons, we weren't sure if this would be the last, but he keeps coming back. Somehow, I really do think this will be it, but who knows. Todd is coaching again. When Zach got to choose a number for his uniform, he said #1...when I asked him why 1? He said, why wouldn't I want to be #1. Good point.

PROJECT 365 PICTURE OF THE DAY 9/9/11

As I sat on the couch today, this is the view I see on the ottomon...lots of electronics including two tv clickers, Wii controller, Zach's X- box controllers, my IPad and my ever present cell phone.

PROJECT 365 PICTURE OF THE DAY 9/8/11

Looking out the front door this morning, I noticed these amazing clouds. I called everyone out to check them out. The picture doesn't quite do it justice, but those top clouds looked like ocean waves crashing into the beach...Colorado's version of the ocean over the mountains, I guess.

PROJECT 365 PICTURE OF THE DAY 9/7/11

I hadn't been to Snooze before but had always looked forward to checking it out. Whata great name for a breakfast spot. I met Pat Potter, our next door neighbor from English Sparrow Trail, for breakfast. We try to get together when we can, but hadn't for over a year. It was a great time to catch up and my hashbrowns with carmelized onions, spinach and avacado was very good. Looking forward to meeting her there again in October.

PROJECT 365 PICTURE OF THE DAY 9/6/11

Nick and his tennis partner, Cole (at least his partner for now as the roster is not completely set) get ready to play their doubles match with some hints from Coach Hanson. They played really well and WON! Up until they won, the team was 3-3 and their match would either win or lose the entire team match. They played well and pulled it out with some great moves. 7-5, 6-2.

PROJECT 365 PICTURE OF THE DAY 9/5/11

Happy Labor Day! Todd and Chris headed out on the backcountry trails behind our house, and 8 miles later, they feel they had explored quite a lot of the "road less traveled." They found 3 horned toad (I keep calling them horny toads and it drives Chris crazy ;) ) . Can't believe the summer is coming to an end, however, we have broken the record of hottest August ever. Ready for some cooler temps...like 75 degrees and sunshine...I would be happy with that weather way into November.

PROJECT 365 PICTURE OF THE DAY 9/4/11

Today, we, with more than 30 other "Carlson Connection" family members joined together at Grammama and Harvey's new "home" at Sunrise for a family gathering. She hadn't seen the boys in a while so she could hardly believe how much they had grown and in fact, didn't recognize Zach at first. What I did notice is that a lot of Grammama's spunk had returned and she was so so happy to have everyone there. So glad it was such a special time for her. She told me "I'm not going to forget this day" and I'm glad she has something to reflect back onto. I think she and Harvey have made a graceful adjustment to this new life...especially Grammama. Love that my boys really know their great grandmother.

PROJECT 365 PICTURE OF THE DAY 9/3/11

Lots of outside home improvements on our house this including the back patio, new paint, fresh coat of red paint on the doors and new black shutters...really love it.

PROJECT 365 PICTURE OF THE DAY 9/3/11

Very fun to meet up with Annie, Nelson and Greg for our Farmer friend lunch. Ever since we started planning our first mini-reunion it has been fun to meet for lunch when we can and catch up and talk about "old times." This time, there were some funny stories and I was laughing so hard, I was crying. That's what I'm talkin' about...fun times.

PROJECT 365 PICTURE OF THE DAY 9/1/11

Making lunches has not always been my favorite morning task, however, this year, I have realized that doing this is something that I'm glad I can do for the boys and something I will miss when I don't make them anymore. Also, it will be a lot different without Nick here next year so I will appreciate making those 3 sandwiches, fruit, a nutrigrain bar or chips and juice with sometimes, an extra treat mixed in.