As a kid, I enjoyed many ball games at Comiskey Park in Chicago. From the Age of 2 I was a zealous White Sox fan. My dad took me to lots of games. Besides watching the fireworks explode from the scoreboard, I enjoyed eating boxes of raisinettes and hot dogs covered in chopped onions at every game. We made a lot of great memories at Comiskey Park. My dad sent me this link this morning with a note that read "this will take you back to when you were a little girl" and he was right. This slideshow brought back a lot of memories. If you have any interest in revisiting the old Comiskey Park, click on the link below. As an FYI - there is music along with the slideshow.
Ballparks, Arenas and Stadiums
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Pets
DOG DIARY
8:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 pm - Lunch! My favorite thing!
1:00 pm - Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 pm - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 pm - Milk bones! My favorite thing!
7:00 pm - Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 pm - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 pm - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!
CAT DIARY
Day 983 of my captivity.
My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength.
The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet. Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates what I am capable of. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a 'good little hunter' I am. Bastards!
There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of 'allergies.' I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage.
This morning I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow -- but at the top of the stairs.
I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released – and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded.
The bird has got to be an informant. I observe him communicate with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe.
For now... the Cat
8:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 pm - Lunch! My favorite thing!
1:00 pm - Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 pm - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 pm - Milk bones! My favorite thing!
7:00 pm - Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 pm - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 pm - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!
CAT DIARY
Day 983 of my captivity.
My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength.
The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet. Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates what I am capable of. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a 'good little hunter' I am. Bastards!
There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of 'allergies.' I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage.
This morning I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow -- but at the top of the stairs.
I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released – and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded.
The bird has got to be an informant. I observe him communicate with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe.
For now... the Cat
Friday, June 13, 2008
Upgrading the Back Yard
Here is what our back yard looked like about a week ago.....
One of the gates. - In all we are so happy this project is complete. It's just another step towards making our house more of a home. We have wanted a fence for a really long time so it is nice to finally see it up. The deck is geat because now you can get in the pool without having to walk through the grass. Before the deck we had a 3 foot x 2 foot concrete slab in the back. We could just barely sit on it together. Now we have 700 square feet to hang out, entertain, grill out, eat out, and party on. YAY!!!!!!!
And here is what it looks like today.....
We have added a 700 square foot deck and a privacy fence. (When I say "we have added" I mean "we have paid someone to add." If we were working on this project ourselves we'd likely still be digging holes! It came out nice though and we are very happy with the end result. We look forward to many back yard parties this year with swimming and hanging out in the back yard.
Another view of the deck. In all there are 4 sets of stairs - these large stairs, a small set on the right and the left ends of the deck, and then a small set goingup to the upper-pool deck area.
The upper pool deck is gated in - good thing it is because everytime Rusty goes outside he tries to jump in the pool. He just loves to swim!
The boys enjoying the yard. With the new fence they can run around and we finally don't have to keep them on chains. We can't say how excited we are about this. For the past 3 years, we have had to hook each dog up to a chain many times a day whenever they went outside. They would usually get tangled up with each other or stuck on something and we would have to go out and untangle them. Now they are free!
Another view of the fence (before we took the pool fence down). The fence was finished before the deck. We have 3 gates, one on each side of the house and another in the back leading out to the pond.
We have added a 700 square foot deck and a privacy fence. (When I say "we have added" I mean "we have paid someone to add." If we were working on this project ourselves we'd likely still be digging holes! It came out nice though and we are very happy with the end result. We look forward to many back yard parties this year with swimming and hanging out in the back yard. 
Another view of the deck. In all there are 4 sets of stairs - these large stairs, a small set on the right and the left ends of the deck, and then a small set goingup to the upper-pool deck area.
The upper pool deck is gated in - good thing it is because everytime Rusty goes outside he tries to jump in the pool. He just loves to swim!
The boys enjoying the yard. With the new fence they can run around and we finally don't have to keep them on chains. We can't say how excited we are about this. For the past 3 years, we have had to hook each dog up to a chain many times a day whenever they went outside. They would usually get tangled up with each other or stuck on something and we would have to go out and untangle them. Now they are free!Another view of the fence (before we took the pool fence down). The fence was finished before the deck. We have 3 gates, one on each side of the house and another in the back leading out to the pond.One of the gates. - In all we are so happy this project is complete. It's just another step towards making our house more of a home. We have wanted a fence for a really long time so it is nice to finally see it up. The deck is geat because now you can get in the pool without having to walk through the grass. Before the deck we had a 3 foot x 2 foot concrete slab in the back. We could just barely sit on it together. Now we have 700 square feet to hang out, entertain, grill out, eat out, and party on. YAY!!!!!!!
Happy Birthday(s)
May 22, 2008
My mom celebrated her 50th birthday and my Grandpa his 82nd.
After we returned home from the restaurant where we enjoyed a scrumptious Italian cuisine, we went back to open gifts and have cake. 
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Yummy Chicken Salad
We have become addicted to a tasty chicken salad around here that many of our guests have enjoyed as well. I cannot take credit for the recipe as I received it from a friend years ago, but I thought it might be worth sharing in case any of you were looking for something different to make over the summer.
-1 pound of cooked, diced, white chicken meat (I buy the pre-cooked, pre-diced bag from Schwans when I want to save some time.)
- 3 Tablespoons of Kraft Zesty Italian Salad Dressing
- 4 green onions, diced
- 3 stalks of celery, diced
- 2 cups of red grapes, chopped in half (if you don't like red grapes you can leave them out or you can substitute with cherries or craisins)
- 1 cup mayonnaise / miracle whip
Mix all ingredients together in a bowl and keep refrigerated.
Tastes great on croissants, kaiser rolls, or regular bread.
Enjoy!
-1 pound of cooked, diced, white chicken meat (I buy the pre-cooked, pre-diced bag from Schwans when I want to save some time.)
- 3 Tablespoons of Kraft Zesty Italian Salad Dressing
- 4 green onions, diced
- 3 stalks of celery, diced
- 2 cups of red grapes, chopped in half (if you don't like red grapes you can leave them out or you can substitute with cherries or craisins)
- 1 cup mayonnaise / miracle whip
Mix all ingredients together in a bowl and keep refrigerated.
Tastes great on croissants, kaiser rolls, or regular bread.
Enjoy!
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