Hayden Fry

 Great Iowa football coach Hayden Fry has passed away at 90. RIP

A Nice Momento by Smiley

 A moment from the dean’s luncheon captured by Smiley

Terminator Salvation

Honestly, it bored me. If you have only seen the first two movies, maybe - maybe - you won't find it mind bogglingly derivative. They tried, they really did, and the action scenes were good even if they were predictable. But oy, I think this series is done.

Flappers

Dan's sister Chrissy recommended The restaurant/bar “Flappers” to us. It’s on 76th and Becher. It used to be called “Beacher Street bar and grill” years ago when we were regulars to their Fish Fry. It was delicious! Best burger I’ve had in a while Great prices too! We’ll definitely be returning! - Lisa

The State Fair Light Display

So we did the state fair drive through light/music display tonight. Not crowded, $20 a-car Sun-Thursday. Really enjoyed it. Question to my fb friends: what other drive through displays have the synchronized music? That was neat! - Lisa

Finally! A Graduate!!!

So after 6 years of hard work and little sleep, I graduated from Marquette Law School's part-time program today. #marquettelawyer

Gross

 
Just bought meat there the day before they closed. should I still use or toss?

Lisa

Gerrit Cole joins the Yankees

Great news. Now bring us that ring - you know, the one we should have had in 2017 except the Astros were dirty rotten lying cheats that should be banned from the post-season for the next decade.

Nope. Nuh-uh.

 Nope. My kid’s phone will remain on them 100% of the time. If you catch them using it, then you can punish them. Until then, they’ll keep it on them. Parents, re think rolling over on these phone rules. Their phones are their most immediate means of help in an emergency. If it’s locked in their locker or with their teacher it’s of no use to them. If in doubt look into the most recent events, the KIDS with phones are calling 911 most of the time!

- Lisa

A Gift

So the oldest wrote a thank you note for a professor who’s class she enjoyed, and got a gift. I’m impressed I don’t remember liking any of my college classes THAT much

- Lisa

Knives Out

Knives Out is brilliant and a joy to watch. The ensemble cast carries the movie almost exclusively through dialogue but it still moves at the speed of light.  Well worth the ticket price!

Some Boys

 Some boys are so dumb

I couldn’t see my son or husband participating in anything so ridiculous [as the stuff I see online] and that makes me happy. I’m embarrassed for the women in their lives.

- Lisa

The Christmas Tree Mom

Some moms want to be known for their clean house or their amazing home cooked meals. I want to be known for my Christmas tree. One day Lil Junie bringing her newest boyfriend over, “wait to til you see their tree!”. Maybe 18 feet tall, and 1,000’s of lights. Lol speak it into existence, right?! - Lisa

Happy St. Nick's!

Happy St. Nick's Day!

Ugly Sweater Cookies

 Creative! “Ugly sweater” decorating kits at Walmart. Junie and her friend did a great job! So cute! - Lisa

Ready for St. Nick

We’re ready for St Nick’s visit. Definitely need to re- do initials in gold for next year, the red is barely visible. But it’s up

Edit: added to the star some holiday pics, not sure I prefer it but I’m keeping it for this year.

Edit 2: redid the stockings.....it’s coming along lol

- Lisa

 Can I just say I’m thankful that there’s no admin on my personal fb page? Lol - Lisa

A Message from Lisa

 So I’ve been dragging my feet on holiday prep and generally down-trodden and anxiety ridden about the upcoming holidays all together, but I feel it turning a corner. The ability of music to heal is powerful. Two of my favorite Christmas songs played back to back this morning...seconds after I dropped off the middle two and was alone (rare).

No other song makes my body, heart and soul react like “oh night divine”. Never have I heard the following lyrics and not had it affect me.

FALL ON YOUR KNEES

Oh hear the angels' voices

Oh night divine

O night when Christ was born

So I let the full reaction hit me as I was alone in the car. Rejoiced in every note, tears free flowing.

Then...another favorite, Mariah’s “All I want for Christmas”. First, broken down and humbled in gratitude then lifted up and tapping my toes in joy...all in a 7 minute span.

So, if you were feeling how I was...my hope for you is whatever has the power to lighten life’s load for you reveals itself to you today, or soon, so you can fully enjoy your holiday prep and celebration (however that looks for you). Life’s hard but it’s worth it!

- Lisa

YaYa

 The oldest of my beauties

Goodbye Chaco :(

RIP Chaco. Best dog EVER. And everyone knows I’m NOT a dog person, but Chaco was different! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ The neighborhood dog. The family that owned Chaco and shared him so graciously, also owned Simon the neighborhood cat. We were so blessed to know them both. Chaco’s family has been struck by tragedy before and I’m praying they’ve met their sadness quota for a long while! 😞 - Lisa

Goodbye Chaco

 RIP you wonderful doggy. you'll be missed by so so many. I really wish I could give you one last walk around the block, chaco - Junie

It's Funny, but it's Also True

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Bloody Genius by John Sandford

"Bloody Genius" is bloody good. #johnsandford #virgilflowers