Congratulations to Holly and James

Holly and James were married yesterday at Colonial. We had a lovely party after. More pics to come.
 

Savannah Banana Excitement

The Savannah Bananas are playing sold out games against the Indianapolis Clowns this weekend at Kauffman Stadium. They made a stop at Scheel's to sign autographs and this girl was the lucky first one up. The line was endless so I went in search of the source of the excitement and discovered these players arriving.
 

Cooking, Greek Style

Hayden, Stacy and I took a Greek cooking class at KC Culinary Center. These are the base for our gyros before baking. We also made pita bread and spanakopita and hummus.

 

Pregnant Bridesmaid

I was 7 months pregnant with Stacy when Anita asked me to be a bridesmaid. I thought she was kidding because at that point I hadn't know anyone to have noticeably pregnant bridesmaids. Now I know several. It was 47 years ago this week. 1979
 

Splash Season Begins

Colin enjoyed the first time at a splash pad this summer. Alone for awhile, a crowd soon came.

Art Along the River

Artists were at work this weekend on the murals along the Missouri River. For three years they have been working to beautify the riverfront and they have. I missed the artists but enjoyed the results.

 

Down It Falls

Squirrels spent a lot of time creating this nest in the top of the oak tree but the winds decided it wasn't secure enough. Quite a mess. I guess no squirrels were hurt in the fall.
 

Can We At Least Make Them Match?

Neither street name is correct on the sign on the Missouri side of State Line. On the Kansas side of the street (below) they got them both correct. You'd think they might have noticed when they erected the Missouri side signs. Just a tiny detail but come on. The names College and Red Bridge at least are correct.

 

School Is Out

We greeted the bus when Vala (now a 1st grader) and Lowell (now a 3rd grader) got home on the last day of school. Then we celebrated with a dance party.

 

The Campaign Is On

Scott filed Wednesday to run for Secretary of State for United Kansas. Way to go Scott!
 

2000 Graduates

As was typical the photo shoot went a little off track. Below you can see the hidden graduate. 2000 Graduates – from East and K-State. Stacy's was in December.

 

Dance Party

When it rains on Gammy Day, we have a dance party.

 

Tend the Garden

Vote to tend to our garden that is democracy.

 

Technology Debris

In preparation for getting our house painted, Howard removed years of wires and boxes from phone and cable companies.
 

New Garden Art

Thanks to Cindy, I now have a new light in my garden. It's beautiful during the day and then adds sparkle when darkness comes.

 

Happy Creation

I had to travel a way to find this heart. "Happy Creation" was created by Happy Dorita as a reminder that the best things in life start from the heart. It is in front of the Eudora Community Museum.
 

New Duds

The Kerns gave Bruce the Goose a new outfit for summer. Colin put the finishing touches on with sunglasses.
 

Recital Season

Stacy and Hayden received flowers after their ballet performance in 1993.
 

Deflation

The kids enjoyed helping Matt get the air out of the bounce house for storage.
 

Steps of Love

Vala (left) and Lowell (right) painted stepping stones for me. I am still deciding their placement but they are so whimsical and colorful.
 

A Mother's Love

These are the family that make Mother's Day special. And a beautiful cake designed and decorated by Adam to celebrate my birthday.

 

Read It Forward

Abby Gust Hutter created this Free Little Library as part of the 2026 Parade of Hearts, cleverly placed in front of Rainy Day Books.
 

Matilda the Musical Jr.

We enjoyed Matilda at Indian Hills Middle School last night. Hayden was the co-assistant director.

Say It with Flowers

Hayden brought me these beautiful peonies out of her garden for my birthday. 
 

Happy Birthday to Me!

In 1986, I enjoyed celebrating with Stacy, Morgan and Hayden.

 

Priced to Sell

Colin and I visited the folks setting up the church rummage sale. They were pricing so they put a price on him and asked if I'd pay that for him. It would be a bargain! He also helped Elizabeth examine the toys.

 

Working the Ropes

Lowell and Vala love using the ropes at the park. 

Vala took a rest on the ropes after her workout.

 

A Spring Send Off

The choir and bell choir presented a beautiful afternoon concert. Hayden is in the center. We didn't get a photo of the bell choir because the family is all in it but we were excellent.
 

What Will Be Ready?

It's difficult to see how much of the east side of KU Memorial Stadium could be ready for the 2026 football season although the games will be played there. Below from the south view, back of scoreboard.

 

A Pajama Musical

The first grade at Rushton presented a fun program about bedtime, all wearing their pjs with stuffies. Adam is in his skeleton pajamas. He also had a speaking part and did beautifully.

 

We Gather Again

Always nice to see my siblings. We are hoping Susan can join us next time.