Wednesday, May 23, 2007

They Are Laying on the Tree of Life

Finally, the blanket that I toiled over since January is complete and in the hands of its owners. We brought the blanket to Andy and Shannon this weekend when we went to visit. Their wedding is less than 3 weeks away, and there is a good chance that Jared will not be able to make it out to Jersey for the big day, so we wanted to give it to them together.



They were very excited, and loved the blanket. Their reaction was good, but definatly not big enough. I am just afraid that no reaction could have been big enough for how many frustrating hours I put in on it! I am sure many of you quilters can understand that, right?



Here are the photos...
















Tuesday, May 22, 2007

Too Far

I cam across this article today. I believe pill-mania has gone a little too far. If you have a few minutes, read through the article and let me know what you think.

FDA approves first pill meant to end periods

Thursday, May 17, 2007

Who Said Hugo is Dull?

Wednesday morning I woke up and looked out the window and saw a police car parked in a driveway across the street. I looked down the street and saw two more squad cars blocking off the road. I watched the action over the course of several hours. During that time, a woman and her daughter came out of the house with bags packed, and a dog kennel in tow, and got into one of the squad cars. There was no sign of the man living there. Then two policemen clothed in white jumpsuits and masks, complete with yellow rubber galoshes, pulled container after container of liquid out of our neighbor's garage. Then they proceeded to test each container with a device that looked like a large walkie-talkie. The "antennae" part was actually like a straw that they stuck in the end of each container and then punched some buttons on the keypad. Our best guess at all this action was a drug bust. This morning our conclusions were confirmed. They busted the start of a meth lab.

KARE 11
Man arrested for making meth in Hugo
Washington County sheriff's deputies responded to a 911 call about a domestic dispute but what they found was a meth lab.The deputies were called to a town home in Hugo around 6 a.m. When they arrived and entered the home they found a small meth lab. The deputies brought ether, ephedrine and trace amounts of meth out of the town home before ventilating the home and building. They arrested one man.Authorities say there was no health risk to any of the his neighbors.This is the first meth lab Washington County authorities have busted in three years.


Last Updated: 5/16/2007 4:34:39 PM


ABC NEWS
Meth lab found in Hugo


Washington County Deputies responding to a domestic call found a meth lab at a townhome in Hugo Wednesday morning. It is the first meth lab found in Washington County in at least three years, according to officials. Deputies responded to the call on Emmit Dr. and Education Dr. around 6 a.m. While inside, they found gallons of ether, ephedrine, and tubes testing positive for meth. Neighbors were notified, however, the home is ventilated well and there is no risk of an explosion, according to deputies. James Langer, 31, was taken into custody in connection with the threats and could face charges for the lab. Langer lives in the brand new complex with his girlfriend and her 12-year-old daughter.


Updated at: 05/16/2007 05:42:20
PMBy: Justin Piehowski, Web Manager

Monday, May 07, 2007

As Promised...

We had my parents over for a grill out on Saturday evening. It was a great evening, full of fun and laughter. After dinner, we sat around the living room and chatted. I commented on how trendy my mother's new style was as she sported this glittery, rainbow hat cocked dramitically to one side. It is the lastest fashion these days...









This is the moment she found out she would be famous. "You will be famous by tomorrow. This is going on my blog!"















Being the cool mom that she is, she decided that if she was destined for fame, she may as well strike a signature pose. You can look for this photo in all the lastest high fashion magazines.