Fall Splendor

Colin thought the geese might like the pine needles and wanted to know if he could put them in the lake. Seems like others already had. Then he was looking for fish. Beautiful day at the park.

 

Book Turkey

Clever librarian Mrs. Ferguson has created new seasonal art. Love it!
 

Thanksgiving Meal Box Assembly Line

We filled 100 Thanksgiving meal boxes for Cross-Lines Community Outreach to distribute to their clients. It takes a village.

Lite Brite Holiday Edition

 I introduced Lowell and Vala to Lite Brite with the holiday edition ornaments.

Kicking Off the Season

Overland Park mayor lit the city Christmas tree in Thompson Park followed by a band under Christmas lights and, of course, Santa (for whom the line was quite long). Lovely festive evening.

Nothing to See Here

But I planted 30 tulip bulbs so check back in the spring. I covered the area with leaves to hopefully discourage the squirrel raiders.
 

Time for a Christmas Card

The grandchildren were gathered for a photo for Mom and Dad's Christmas card. Frances appears to have reservations.
 

Can We Go Swimming?

Who needs summer when you can still play in the water? Colin loved the Splash Pad in Lenexa.

 

Saving tyhe Earth, One Pumpkin at a Time

Adam took his job seriously as he smashed pumpkins at the pumpkin collection at Juniper Gardens Training Farm in KCK. They were collecting old jack-o-lanterns to keep them out of the landfill and from creating greenhouse gases.
 

Teal Time

Continuing the recent tradition of championship Kansas City sports teams, KC Current is advancing to the semifinal of the National Women's Soccer League. Union Station is celebrating them. Teal Time features a clock that count downs to the next game once the date is announced.
 

Ring Security

Topher, nephew of the groom, was in charge of the wedding rings before the ceremony. I enjoyed his Ring Security box that he carried them in.
 

Celebrating Chris and Jessica

We celebrated the wedding of Chris and Jessica at Powell Gardens. It was fun to gather with family. Cousins (and Scott) gathered and the senior siblings.

Pumpkin Art

The doctors office had a pumpkin decorating contest. These are two of my favorites. Such creativity.

 

Motley Relatives

This motley assortment of Burkhardt relatives is an unusual gathering. As I recognize folks, back row: Harold Winter, Steve, Chris, Scott (with winsome hat), Kerry, Bruce Winter, Hal?, me (also in a winsome hat). Middle: Grandma Vala, Gussie, Ethel Winter, unknown (might be Joyce - Kerry's 1st wife), Susie, Helen, Roy. Front: Mom, Cindy, Debbie Winter, Jaryl and Chrissy (outlaws). 1972

 

Helping Others

Colin helped me unload applesauce for the Thanksgiving boxes the church is preparing for Cross-Lines.