I Love This Joke

Let me start by saying that I fully support President Bush. I voted for him in both elections. However, this is a pretty good joke:

Rumsfeld runs in the oval office and says, "Mr. President, I have some bad news about the war. We lost 3 Brazilians today."

President's face goes white, he says, "Oh my gosh! How many's in a brazilian?"

Did you laugh out loud? I did!

Have a good day!

Technology

Last night I took another step forward into the Technology Age. We are trying to organize a Corbett Family Reunion for next summer and last night we had a conference call over the computer. Really weird, but really cool. There were several cousins involved, and lots of input. But I'm still amazed at the technology. When I was trying to get a reunion together a couple of years ago, I referred to my mother's notes from the reunion we had in 1992. All the communication was via the US Mail - the family was probably half the size it is now. So to say that there have been a few changes in the last 14 years is a huge understatement. But nothing can replace actual contact - a hug from a cousin you haven't seen for years. Who can explain the satisfying feeling of knowing that you have extended family who loves you? I think we all know the explanation, but it's still something that is so gratifying yet difficult to put into words. All I know is that wherever it is, whenever it is, I will be at that reunion! Hope to see everyone there!

This and That

I can't believe how much has happened since last week! First of all, my hat goes off to Andy Goodwin for taking on the task of organizing a Corbett Family Reunion! As you may have noticed, there is a lot of excitement to have this happen. And finally, the Dallas Taylor's are starting to get involved in the email communication. That, in and of itself, is a miracle! So now we take on the task of choosing a place and time. This should be interesting - but fun!

The heat has been unbelieveable here in Arizona! Yesterday on my way home, the outside temp was 108! It's tough, but you know what? We have air conditioning, there's very little humidity and it only lasts for 3 months. So we tough it out. I moved here in 1983 - directly from a beautiful Canadian Spring! What a shock! But somehow I've made it for 23 years. Don't worry, though, I'm still a Texan at heart. If anyone asks where I'm from? Texas!

I got the scoop from Cathy Melchin on how she broke her foot. It seems that she was trying to imitate one of those "lyrical" moves on "So You Think You Can Dance?" I guess that would make her answer "I used to." It really surprises me though, because she was so good in the "Chicken Dance" category. One really shouldn't try to dance out of one's element, should one? But she is taking care of that foot - staring at it intently - demanding that it heal itself! I know we all wish her well, but mostly, we wish we could have seen the actual fall! Come on! Admit it! Even though she got hurt, I'm sure it was a little funny to see - a la "America's Funniest Home Videos". She doesn't know I'm telling the real story, though, so if you talk to her, she'll probably use the cover story of falling out Amy's front door! Yeah, right!

Guess what? We get to play with the little girls again tonight! Sarah and Jared are going out. It's a real win/win situation, I think. We love having them and I think they enjoy being at our house. It will involve books, puzzles, a little dancing (no lyrical), and more than likely, The Wizard of Oz. Sadee has latched on to Zack. She pulls out the video and he turns it on - they sit on the couch and watch the movie. She is not afraid of Zack.

Look forward to the conference call this weekend with the Reunion Committee!

Friday Night

Well, here I am at the end of another week. It's Friday night and while most people are excited about "going out", I'm looking forward to "staying in". My brother, Zack, teases me about going out to movies. I don't normally do that unless I'm in Calgary, even seeing movies that I wouldn't normally go to (Harry Potter, Star Trek, The Grudge!). Once I get home from the hot drive here, it just doesn't sound tempting to get back into a hot car, drive to a hot parking lot, and stand in line with a bunch of hot people. Last time I went to a movie in Calgary, I believe I was wearing a coat, but I can't remember if there was snow or not. Anyway, I won't be going to a movie tonight. I think I'll go buy some crimson red yarn and see how that looks. Whenever I start a new blankie I feel like it's being "born" - I know, I'm a little silly.

A few comments to the masses about other blogs I've been reading: Congrats to Lara on the loss! Toe update? Amy's girls will be dancing this weekend, while Mimi won't be. How did that happen? Clogging again, Cathy? Erin, where is your quote of the week? Or is Matthew so busy talking that you don't have time? I completely understand. Kerri Lynn, I love that you are involved in so many outdoor activities, and your yard looks fun - different levels? Melin, my dear, you need a new camera. Or maybe you can go online and post someone else's pics - pretend like they are yours.

How are we going to get those Dallas people involved in this blog stuff? That's my new goal - that, hoping that Andy Goodwin will plan a reunion. Bye for now!

Fancy Knots

Yellowstone Manor
A few weeks ago our cousin, Robin, came down to visit from Utah. She is Taylor's daughter. They had been going through some of Aunt Sadie's things, and came upon a bag with an unfinished afghan in it. She brought it down to me, thinking I could finish it. I was a little worried that I would not be able to match the yarn. But last week I came up with an idea: I found 2 other colors of yarn that will compliment the color Aunt Sadie started. I'll crochet one color, and Mom will crochet the other. Then we can give the afghan back to Taylor - a blankie made by his mother, his aunt and his cousin. I thought it seemed like a nice idea. And by the way, I've been working on Sean's blankie - I'm hoping to be finished before it snows again in Calgary. Imagine how fun it is to work on a huge blankie in Arizona - in the summer! But you know it's for a good cause!

Sleepover

 
Just wanted to share another photo of the 3 great-nieces. From left to right: Emma, Sadee, and Courtney. We had a sleepover. They love to make a bed on the floor. This was taken while they were watching Wizard of Oz, so it was difficult to get them to look at me. They are so cute - especially after they go to sleep! 

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Just another Tuesday. Tonight is Mutual - we are still doing preparations for Girls Camp in a couple of weeks. I am not going, although I do have a tent. It's just too hot for camping - especially if I don't have to. I think I'll drive up on Friday evening and be there on Saturday morning to help drive the girls home. Last Saturday, Mom was reading the Provo newspaper online and found out that Taylor Hicks, the American Idol winner, will be performing at Stadium of Fire. She came out of the office with a new purpose in life - she is bound and determined to be there in Provo for that show! I called our cousin, Taylor Macdonald, to see if we could still get tickets - no problem. So we are going up, but only for one day. The show is on Saturday night, which means we'll leave here Friday afternoon, drive straight through, see the show on Saturday, and come home Sunday morning. Mom is so excited - and honestly, so am I! We might get to meet him, or at least see him up close. I'm trying to think of something charming to say to him, but more than likely it will end up like the wicked step-mother and sisters meeting the Prince in Cinderella. One of those times when I know I'll make an impression, but the entirely wrong kind. Best advice to myself? Keep my mouth shut and just enjoy!

I Think I Figured It Out!

Regarding my previous post, I think I figured out how to add a link. Don't know if I'll ever be able to do it again, but for today? I'm a winner, and dog-gone-it...I like myself!

FYI

I don't know how to add a "link" to my list, but I just wanted to make sure everyone knows about Zacks blog: www.cabinthree.blogspot.com

Kathy Tramundanas has one too: www.victorandkathykarcich.blogspot.com

Maybe the "link fairy" can add them to my list. I'll keep trying to figure it out!

So Uninspired...

I really didn't realize how long it has been since I posted. Sorry. I have no real excuse - I think I just would come home a little tired some nights, uninspired on other nights, and then there was the whole Idol finale. I loved it! I was really surprised at how entertaining the show was - and I'm so relieved that Taylor won. My biggest pet peeve now is that Kathryn is traveling with him, so he doesn't really get the "winner" spotlight. She's always blabbing about her stuff, and he never gets a word in! She also seems to minimize the accomplishment of winning by saying that it doesn't really matter that she came in 2nd - she gets a car and a record deal anyway. That bothers me. Taylor has shown some class, though, in the few interviews that I've actually heard him speak.

So, family news? Jeffrey and Alisha are having a little girl in October. I think initially they wanted a boy, but of course, they are excited. I am, too, because it's so much more fun to buy little girl clothes. You know it's true.

We didn't have Mutual on Tuesday night, but my girls wanted to do something anyway. So they came over to the house and watched "The Work and the Glory" - 2nd one. It was pretty good, and they were so "into" it - the drama, the sadness, the violence. In other words, it bothered them. They are so innocent. They all brought treats and I provided the drinks. Emma was here, too. She loved being with all the big girls and they were really sweet with her.

We went to the cemetary on May 20th, which is my dad's birthday. He would have been 76 - we thought about trombones, at least I did. While at the cemetary, we also visited Ted's grave. On June 9th, it will be 7 years since he passed away. He would have really enjoyed Courtney and Hayden, Andy's kids.

On a lighter note, I very much enjoyed Da Vinci Code - the movie. Understanding that the movie is never as good as the book, I thought it showed well. The very end, when Langdon goes back to the Louvre and kneels down, really moved me, for some reason. I felt that he was paying his respects to Mary, and the people who had protected her throughout the years.

Back to work for me. Love to all.