Decisions, Decisions....A or B?

Because I am being 'Nurse Jacque' to these two injured souls (Rocky, soft tissue injury in his leg, paw, shoulder....Steve - torn up from motorcycle accident.....

I am sticking close to home and working on my projects.....so A - I could work on the AUDIT or B I could work on a project for BRODY....in my old days I would always do A (work) before B (pleasure), but today I got all mavericky and chose B

I stitched a new blankie for my boo.....nice chenille blanket with Mickey Mouse (his fave) satin trim.....

Later in the day, Brody and his very handsome big brother came over to show me their new haircuts - aren't they adorable?

So I gave my boo his new blankie....I think he likes it!!

Boo hoo for me....A (Audit) will be first on my tasks tomorrow.....

The fog of August.....

The fog of August 2011 continues to haunt me....my dads passing and the aftermath, caring for my mom keeping her up and going, all the paperwork that needs to be dealt with a 'love letter' (not) from the IRS that requires so much research and now my dog won't use his leg and had to go to the vet $$$ but Thankfully no broken bones....it is August 24th and I feel I have been in a fog since that phone call August 2nd.....I am in a weakened state and life seems surreal....and it seems every day brings yet more challenges....



Yesterday after taking my mom and brother to the airport and before the Tax meeting I drove by my fave Thrift shop then I turned around and thought if I went in to browse maybe I would perk up a bit.....I did score these treasurers:


Some awesome pet steps that retail at $59.99 at Petco and are brand new, two felt blankets to wrap and store some furniture, an adorable Turkey to add to the collection, a Fisher Price Nurses Kit, a talking storage box and the major score of about 1500 pcs of legos for my boys. The other stuff was included in the mix but I have no use for it and will redonate it next pickup. Found all this for $31.00!!!


I scrubbed everyone of those tiny legos in hot water and then air dried them and put them in a plastic tub and took them over to my boys to play with.

Later in the night I got a txt from Kristen that they had fun, played and were happy and even cleaned them up when they were done....that did make me smile...and smiles are few and far between these days!

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.....

Will life ever be the same?

Roy Brown 'PaPa' Augen, 91, a long time resident of Phoenix, Arizona and recently of Nampa, Idaho passed away peacefully August 2, 2011. Roy was born March 1, 1920 in Daylight, Tennessee to Lilly Paris and George Auten. He stayed in Tennessee until he joined and proudly served in the U.S. Army during WWII with tours in Japan, Italy and the Philippines. After the war he met and married the love of his life, Honey Lou Alexander. They made their home in Phoenix, working together in the family store and raising their 3 children. He stayed in the meat industry until his retirement. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, boating and fishing. His Southern charm, wit, humorous storytelling and kind heart were treasured by all who knew him. He was famous for making great malts for his grandkids and savory steaks for all his friends. He loved grocery shopping, card playing as well as an interest in the Stock market. He also loved dancing to Lawrence Welk on TV and to challenge himself to Jeopardy trivia. During Roy's illness he was given wonderful care by Vicky Sosa, Debbie Miles and St. Luke's Hospice which allowed him to be at home. Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Honey Lou, loving children Deborah Roetto of Nampa, Jacque Wilson (Steve) of San Diego, Roy Jr of Phoenix, five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, three sister-in-laws and numerous nieces and nephews. Per his request a memorial service will be held at a later date. The family kindly requests that no flowers be sent and that memorials in his name be given to St. Luke's Hospice or your favorite charity.

Thrift Store Finds

It has been quite awhile since I have even felt like browsing the Thrift Stores....my heart is just breaking over my dad's condition and I feel so helpless and sad...however, on my daily call to my mom last Wednesday my mom gave me a good report on my dad, my noon meeting got cancelled and I headed down to my fave Thrift Shop for some browsing......I was so happy to find this great baroque mirror, the tall crystal candlestick, some great metal planes for my boys, a Fisher Price new Doctor Kit (I know what your thinking, how many do I need?) and this great little bench which is very old.....a pretty good haul for under $20.00

The mirror has this great bow on the top and I can't wait to paint it white.....still looking for the right place in the house and think I will be moving some things around before I decide on its permanent home

The little bench found a quick home on the hearth....I put my hand stitched vintage work on it...love the saying 'Away is good, but home is best'!

Like my sisters says....just how much stuff can you cram into your house?' Like my daughter says....'you are an organized hoarder'

I guess when enough is enough I will know!

Weekend: Waterfight, Kobeys and Wishful Fishing

We had our precious boys over Saturday afternoon and night....it was warm in the afternoon so the boys and Gramps had a huge waterfight....they were all soaked and laughed and laughed!


Sunday we took the boys to church and then Kristen and the boys headed off to a birthday party in the park....Steve and I drove down to Kobeys....anyone and everyone who lives in San Diego knows about Kobeys Swap Meet and you can find just about anything you would want there...it is a combo of all the newest must haves and loads of old treasurers too....it was cool and breezy and a perfect day for 'picking'



We found these 'Angry Birds' Tshirts for the boys....they love playing Angry Birds on my IPad

and we found this metal Mustang 30th Anniversary sign.....it was so dirty and had what I thought was a bumpy texture.....after we got home and Steve hit it with a little 'Krud Kleener' it sparkeled and is a shiny and smooth beauty.....we hung it in the garage where we park our Pony ....in fact the Coupe in the top right hand picture is our exact car, rims and all.

Also got to talk to my mom and dad.....so wonderful and bittersweet....Mom is strong as ever and Dad growing weaker every day....he did know who I was and even tho he has been in bed for two weeks now and unable to get up he shared with me that he was at the lake and fishing!! Isn't that a happy thought? I love it....he said he wanted me to come to!!! The more the merrier!!! Hold the bait dad, I am on the way - don't let the big one get away!

Then (1968 Camaro) and Now (1965 Mustang)

My very first car was a 1968 Camaro V8 SS 396....I saved and saved and bought it on November 13, 1972.....it was a lot of car for me and I loved it....wish I could have kept it forever, but it was not meant to be....but great memories for sure.....as much as I loved that car, I really wanted a 1965 Red Mustang...but we were a CHEVY family and that would just not fly!

Fast forward (and it does seem that way!) to July 13, 2011....I did finally get my 65 Mustang and it is a beauty! Worth the 39 year wait for a 47 year old car!

I think my mom and dad are over the Chevy thing....as they have since driven Cadillacs and Lincolns and I wish I could take my mom and dad for a ride....however, now I have Grandsons and they were happy participants sitting in for mom and dad....

Brody takes the wheel (above)....Steve and I joke that Dylan and Brody will drive to their prom in this car....until then we plan on really enjoying the ride!

Happy Birthday to the USA!!! July 4, 2011

We love the 4th of July around here.....we make decorations and decorate the house....go to the Scripps Ranch Parade as we have for 23+ years and then enjoy a BBQ in the backyard.....This year I made these 'Rockets' during the road trip home from visiting my parents...I love the way the looked on the walk way and when the breeze would come up.....

New this year is Uncle Sam on the Tricycle....he is a cute and welcome addition....

On the Mantle I put the Political Button Collection, some Presidential plates Adam brought me from one of his trips to DC, the 4th of July blocks Kristen made and the rag banners my mom and I made while I was visiting ...I wrapped red, white and blue lights in it go make it *sparkle*....

Here we are with our boys watching the parade....I got them Mickey Mouse 4th of July shirts, Flag shorts and matching shoes....they were so cute....they love to ride in the wagon all decorated as we head down to the parade route...

Here they are with the decorated wagon in the front yard before we load up.....

Home for some yummy BBQ and treats!

Hope you all had a wonderful day celebrating this incredible and free country we are blessed to live in!

And a special Salute to you all from Rocky 'Uncle Sam" Road Wilson!