The Terra Cotta Warriors of Xi'an (a traveling exhibit of actual pieces from the Chinese finds in Shaanxi Province) were being displayed as a special exhibit at the Museum and it was exceptional. An unexpected treat.
Houston...Houston...We Have a New Grandson
We were headed to New England to see the leaves with Ric & Sharon and decided to combine that trip with a stop in Houston (October 6-11) to see Matt, Megan & Elijah. Elijah was to be blessed on Fast Sunday in October, so it really worked out well. We enjoyed the Houston rain (when it rains, it really rains), a trip to the Houston Natural History Museum (outstanding), seeing the progress M & M are making in being new homeowners and parents, and participating on Sunday in Elijah's blessing. We are very proud grandparents. Elijah was blessed in Matt's blessing outfit - gotta love the hat! Now I need to change the blog header for the new addition.
The Terra Cotta Warriors of Xi'an (a traveling exhibit of actual pieces from the Chinese finds in Shaanxi Province) were being displayed as a special exhibit at the Museum and it was exceptional. An unexpected treat.
The Terra Cotta Warriors of Xi'an (a traveling exhibit of actual pieces from the Chinese finds in Shaanxi Province) were being displayed as a special exhibit at the Museum and it was exceptional. An unexpected treat.
Canning Mania
Our canned fruit supply had thinned out considerably, so we decided to make 2009 a canning year. I think we got a little carried away with the pears - when I bought the four large boxes, it didn't seem like a lot. But after about 12 hours of pealing.....anyway, we did several variations on cherries (there was an abundance of freebies this year), tomatoes from our garden, peaches, raspberries, and pears.
Quebec Experience
We spent a very enjoyable 10 days in September (8-18) with our traveling friends, the Gundersens, in the fair Province of Quebec, Canada. Pictures say a thousand words. What a beautiful world we have to enjoy.
Some pictures: 1) at the Montreal Insectarium - KR measuring her weight in ants, 2) KR trying on penguin garb in the Montreal Biodome gift shop, 3) they had women in the old French army?, 4) I asked, she agreed, 5) riding the Montreal subway, 6) across the St. Lawrence near Quebec City, looking south, 7) The Citadel, Quebec City, 8) walking in Old Quebec, KR and Barb Gundersen, 9) Mike in the red shirt, very eager to get off as soon as possible, 10) cruising the St. Lawrence, 11) St. Lawrence whale, and 12) Montreal Temple visit on last day.
Some pictures: 1) at the Montreal Insectarium - KR measuring her weight in ants, 2) KR trying on penguin garb in the Montreal Biodome gift shop, 3) they had women in the old French army?, 4) I asked, she agreed, 5) riding the Montreal subway, 6) across the St. Lawrence near Quebec City, looking south, 7) The Citadel, Quebec City, 8) walking in Old Quebec, KR and Barb Gundersen, 9) Mike in the red shirt, very eager to get off as soon as possible, 10) cruising the St. Lawrence, 11) St. Lawrence whale, and 12) Montreal Temple visit on last day.
Ellensburg Rodeo
The Andertons enjoyed what we hope will become a regular tradition at the Ellensburg Rodeo. If you are looking for a rodeo experience that is a cut above the norm and yet still has a small town feel to it - this is the place. Labor Day in Ellensburg, Washington.....be there! KR did a great job catching some of the rodeo shots with her new telephoto lens.
Houston Jaunt
ELIJAH MARRINER ANDERTON
BORN JULY 23, 2009
BORN JULY 23, 2009
Park City Live
Boise Live changed to Park City Live this year (August 28-29). There was a little apprehension about the move, but I think all will agree that it was a hit. Kudos to Ryan and all that helped make it such a nice male-bonding weekend. Some pics: 1) Heisman Rod, 2) watching the action, 3) saying goodbye, and 4) until 2010!
Merrill Reunion
It seems like it was KR's month, as it was our turn to do the organizing for the Merrill Reunion (August 19-22), which we hold every other year. As it was her side of the family, she did most of the work and, by all accounts, the reunion was a great success and came off without a hitch. Good weather, good food, good activities, and good company. The family is growing!
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KT, The Teacher
KT was a Primary Teacher this summer while she was home with us. This picture is just too cute not to post.
Clothing Exchange
KR's other big August extravaganza was being in charge of our Church's annual clothing exchange. It also was (again) a great success. Kudos to the better half for all of the good things she does for other people.
Perros de Maiz (a.k.a. Pronto Pups)
Cooking a Perro de Maiz from scratch is not as simple as it may seem. Also known as corn dogs or pronto pups, every self-respecting man should know how to cook them from scratch. Basically, they are frankfurters that are traditionally placed on a stick, coated with a corn-based batter (cornmeal or cornbread), and fried or baked. By the way, if you bake them you are a wussy.
See pictures: 1) is a corn dog, 2) is a corn dog with mustard (my favorite combo), 3 ) is the inside of a corn dog, and 4) is not a corn dog, although, as a dog, it will probably eat anything, including corn.
See pictures: 1) is a corn dog, 2) is a corn dog with mustard (my favorite combo), 3 ) is the inside of a corn dog, and 4) is not a corn dog, although, as a dog, it will probably eat anything, including corn.
KR Extravaganza #1 - Garage Sale
KR held her annual garage sale with the help of her daughters. It was organized to the final detail (naturally) and a huge success. She is starting to get regular customers each year. We just can't figure out where she gets enough stuff to hold it every year!
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