Friday, September 25, 2009

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


Wednesday, September 23, 2009

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

Wednesday, September 16, 2009

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.

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

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