Monday, May 21, 2007
Saturday, April 21, 2007
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
A Tribute to Sadie
Tonight Cynthia and I were faced with the terrible news that Sadie, our faithful friend and dog, had lymphoma carcinoma and didn't have long to live. Remembering that Sadie had been so faithful to us we could not allow her to suffer. Given the prognosis we allowed her to be put to sleep. At our request we were allowed to stay. Cynthia held her head in her hands while I rubbed her stomach--two of her most favorite things in the world. A few moments later she fell asleep. Wiping our tears away we choose to remember the happy times that we three had shared. Admittedly we will miss her terribly but Sadie was so good to us we could be no less to her. Our hearts are sad, our memories full, and we wish to share with you through these thoughts and the slideshow below. Sadie, the One and Only. She was much more than man's best friend---she was our best friend.
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
Tuesday, January 30, 2007
Nick & Sarah visit the Mudhut
Nick and Sarah visited the Mudhut tonight! After a delicious meal and preparing the clay these young artists tried their hand at creating their very own masterpieces. Sarah especially loved getting muddy and even left her handprint on the backsplash complete with her initials and the year. Nick served as her waterboy keeping her hands and clay wet to reduce the friction. We had a blast! So glad they came! Visitors are always welcome to The Mudhut! 
Monday, January 29, 2007
Mr. Nicholas Reed Johnston
Who is this handsome man? It is Nicholas all grown up! Hard to believe but he is set to graduate this spring from High School and has collegiate plans and a motorcycle technician as his career goal. He is active in his church, has a flair for writing, and is very much into his girlfriend, Sarah. The picture was just too good not to post! We are proud of you, Nicholas! Thursday, January 25, 2007
Lighting A Fire In The Studio
Oklahoma is confused in its weather patterns this year....it thinks it is Alaska! So....desperate times call for desperate measures. We ordered a wall-mounted gas heater to break the chill in the room. So far, so good. I think it would fare better if we didn't have to open the double-car garage door every morning! But it certainly is making a difference--if only from watching its golden glow! Tossed in a couple of pictures for you to check it out. Feel the warmth? LOL! Have a great day and stay warm!
Saturday, December 30, 2006
Christmas 2006 Remembrance
It is our sincerest wishes that you all enjoyed a very Merry Christmas and are on your way to a Happy New Year! Our celebration came in stages again this year (and we like it that way). It started with a Christmas Eve service at our church, Bethel Worship Center, called "Carols, Candles and Communion" and I've included a picture or two of our "Circle of Light". Then we hurried home and got ready for Dad, Terry, Doug & Dee to visit for our Christmas Eve afternoon celebration. We had snacks, door prizes, and shared gifts. What a fun time we had!
After they left we loaded up the car and headed to Grandpa Riggs' house where a gob (there is no way to number them) of family were gathered. We played cards, Dirty Santa, ate food and even had a visit from Santa herself! (Note the high heeled Santa!) Around midnight we turned in before the Old Man and his reindeer were to visit. And visit did they!! I can't remember the last time I got a visit from Santa but when I came in to make our coffee the next morning the tree was lit up and a gift that read "To Tim & Cynthia from Santa" was waiting! A brand new Cuisinart Coffee Maker that grinds beans and brews the best cup of coffee you have ever tasted was what he left us. Following that we opened up our gifts and started cooking for the meals we were to share that day.
Dinner at my Mom's in Owasso was next on the agenda. What a feast! Mom, Everett, Granny, Angela and her brand new husband Andrew were all there. We ate, opened gifts and enjoyed a leisurely visit topped with homemade pies and hot coffee. From there we made a bee line for Cynthia's Mom and Dad in Locust Grove where a whole slew of family met for Christmas celebration. We ate (again) and opened gifts. Wow! How blessed are we?? Midnight found us slipping into our covers with me going to work the next day and Cynthia preparing for our last stage of Christmas with our children coming for dinner. Nicholas and his girlfriend Sarah, Zack, Kendra, and Kristen joined us for appetizers. We played another round of Dirty Santa and enjoyed the door prizes Cynthia had bought for the occassion. Dinner followed with opening more gifts following that! Having girlfriends has really brought the gift giving to a whole different level. We now have a fireplace set that allowed me to put my screwdriver back in the toolbox, clothes, golf accessories and more than we deserve. We so enjoyed our visit with them! The only ones missing was Katrina and Steve. We had sent gifts to them earlier in the mail and got to talk to them on Christmas Day. As I said, we had a very Merry Christmas and truly hope that you did, too! HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
After they left we loaded up the car and headed to Grandpa Riggs' house where a gob (there is no way to number them) of family were gathered. We played cards, Dirty Santa, ate food and even had a visit from Santa herself! (Note the high heeled Santa!) Around midnight we turned in before the Old Man and his reindeer were to visit. And visit did they!! I can't remember the last time I got a visit from Santa but when I came in to make our coffee the next morning the tree was lit up and a gift that read "To Tim & Cynthia from Santa" was waiting! A brand new Cuisinart Coffee Maker that grinds beans and brews the best cup of coffee you have ever tasted was what he left us. Following that we opened up our gifts and started cooking for the meals we were to share that day.
Dinner at my Mom's in Owasso was next on the agenda. What a feast! Mom, Everett, Granny, Angela and her brand new husband Andrew were all there. We ate, opened gifts and enjoyed a leisurely visit topped with homemade pies and hot coffee. From there we made a bee line for Cynthia's Mom and Dad in Locust Grove where a whole slew of family met for Christmas celebration. We ate (again) and opened gifts. Wow! How blessed are we?? Midnight found us slipping into our covers with me going to work the next day and Cynthia preparing for our last stage of Christmas with our children coming for dinner. Nicholas and his girlfriend Sarah, Zack, Kendra, and Kristen joined us for appetizers. We played another round of Dirty Santa and enjoyed the door prizes Cynthia had bought for the occassion. Dinner followed with opening more gifts following that! Having girlfriends has really brought the gift giving to a whole different level. We now have a fireplace set that allowed me to put my screwdriver back in the toolbox, clothes, golf accessories and more than we deserve. We so enjoyed our visit with them! The only ones missing was Katrina and Steve. We had sent gifts to them earlier in the mail and got to talk to them on Christmas Day. As I said, we had a very Merry Christmas and truly hope that you did, too! HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
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