My new scarf!

I've been crocheting for a couple of years and am very much still a novice. My friend, Jennifer, sent me this fabulous yarn when I first started. It sat and sat until I found a pattern that I could read (seriously, it's like another language) and something that is worthy of the yarn she sent. This is the end result with lots of color and a different stitch and pattern than I normally do. I love it and can't wait to wear it.

The South Forty...

Still waiting for my corn to come in - everything else is doing fine - so far Beautiful!

New Computer Room

We recently moved our computer upstairs from our family room in the basement. This is the room formerly known as Kara's room (use any symbol you want). We painted the walls ginger palm, bought a new desk and ceiling fan. Still have to tweak a few things but it's getting there. You can take the kid out of the room but...

Cardinals vs Pirates 12:40 Day Game

My coworker, Andrew, scored 2nd row seats behind home plate and was very gracious to invite me and another coworker, Bob. This was my first official day game where I was able to leave work to attend. The seats were spectacular, we had an enjoyable time and the Cards won.

No. 5 is about to get beamed in the back. See the ball?

Jose! Best 3rd base coach in baseball.

Name the local celebrity? Give you a hint - his business is on Chippewa and the original is on Grand.

Bob and Andrew

Mary, Mary quite contrary...

The 2009 vegetable season has begun. Doug made my garden bigger this year and put this fancy boarder around it. I've planted tomatoes (red and orange), brocolli, cauliflower, zuchini, cabbage, peppers, corn and for the little lady in Colorado - eggplant! We'll see how successful this year will be!