The Week of Sept 5th 2010

The End of August & Beginning of September '10

It was a foggy morning along Hammond Lake and the sun was a huge, glowing ball just above the mountain tops. It was such a beautiful sight that I decided to stop, turn the car around and take a couple photos. I do enjoy the scenery, smooth roads, little traffic, and only 1 red light on my drive to school each morning.

This is Sonny/Son of Sam our last little puppy to stay with us for another week. He is cuddly, so excited to see people and really enjoys chewing on his dad's tail, lips, ears, etc. It is hard to believe how little they were just a few weeks ago.

This is Chuck and Jenny with their new puppy, Gus, at their new home. We went to visit them, delivered Gus, and had a delicious supper. Chuck grilled steaks, sweet corn, and made Brownies. Jenny made tasty taters in the oven. Their new house is awesome, secluded, and just a few miles away from us! I think it would be a great place for wedding and reception... :)

My students and adults planned and prepared a surprise birthday party for me. Brittany, Tiffany (aka FiFi), Brittany (new), Felicia, and Billy were so excited. Each student wrapped a gift for me and made a card all on their own.

Friday was teacher training day at Cowanesque Valley High School. To make a long day worth the trip I photographed the farms on the way home. I have started quite a collection of barns, old milking houses, sheds, and unique out buildings. This homestead is just outside of Little Marsh and before the swampy area begins. East Resources has begun laying gas pipeline behind this place. The old time farmers may get rich after all....