SHAKE DOWN

We thought we'd better try out the new

M. H. before we took it on a trip. We

drove the 2 miles down to our favorite

state campsite where we stayed just one

night.  We also got to do some kayaking

and biking.  Everything worked fine and

it fits our every need and wants.  We love it.

California Here We Come....in March 2010

Camping at one of the inlets of the Great Sacandaga Lake

On the beach

This morning, can't you just feel that heat?

Easier than carrying it

My new bike.  It's very light and rides so smoothly

L.L. Bean, but made by Schwinn

By POPULAR DEMAND

OK OK....I'M FINALLY GOING TO SHOW

YOU OUR NEW MOTOR HOME

We love it...it's just exactly what we were

looking for. It's only 21' but has everything

in it that we wanted.

Couch next to refrig.

That's the bathroom door...to the left is a clothes closet

The stairs/doorway is between the refrig and the clothes closet

Coming up the steps past the clothes closet

KATIE AND SAMMY

Baptism/Dedication

of Katie and Sammy

at the Erieville Methodist Church

September 13, 2009

(Click the photo to enlarge)

What a priviledge it was to have a part

in this ceremony. The pastor did a great

job of challenging the parents, gparents and

other family members who were gathered

at the alter to live a godly life, and

be committed to Christ as we have influence

and guidence for these two beautiful children.

It was especially nice for me to

have some of our family there.

Scott and Jessie from Johnson City,

Stephanie (Katie's Godmother and Cousin)

from California. and of course Sue, Chris,

Mackenzie, Katie and Sammy.

WHAT IS A STONE BOAT?

The dictionary states that "A stone-boat is a device for

moving heavy objects such as stones or hay bales.

It was used with horses by the settlers of the American West.

Larry/Dad says that his Dad and grandfather used a stone boat to

move rocks on their farm. Hardscrabble is known for its rocks.

Here is the one that Larry built and is useing to move rocks.

Note the front curves upwards like a sled.

They were also called stoneboat sleds.

Google "Stone boat" and you'll find pictures of old stone boats in use