According to the Polar Express book (and movie) by Chris Van Allsburg, Santa Claus does not exist. Or does he? In the book, for one doubting boy, an astonishing event occurs. Late on Christmas Eve night, he lies in bed hoping to hear the sound of reindeer bells from Santa’s sleigh. When to his surprise, [...]
Meredith and I did our usual Trick or Treating in downtown Lisle with Connie and Alysha. However, it was a little different because the downtown area is completely under construction and there were fewer kids out and about. Also, about halfway through, Alysha decided that she was done trick or treating. She was tired and [...]
She had a great time, and the trip was no problem. Here’s her trip report. Boy, was it quiet while she was gone. I did get the entry way painted (without help), though. The dogs missed her. Shortly before we left for the airport to pick her up, I told the dogs that I was [...]
After doing some research online, I have found several references to “Skeeter Syndrome”. Seems to fit Mere’s reactions to mosquito bites. Here’s a current photo of Mere’s arm. It’s the worst reaction since she was hospitalized in Alabama. Poor Kid.
Some links:
Mosquito Allergy
Reactions to Mosquito
Mosquito bite pathogenesis in necrotic skin reactors
Abrahm Lincoln Tomato – the first to bear fruit
From: Mother Earth News
‘Abraham Lincoln’ was introduced in 1923 by the W. H. Buckbee seed company of Rockford, Ill., which named the tomato in honor of the state’s favorite son. It was released without much fanfare, but over the years it has proved itself to be one [...]
Diamonds were this girl’s best friend
Lisle resident recalls her days with women’s baseball league
March 28, 2008
By Eva McKendrick
Just ask Lois Balchunas, who in 1949 played for the Chicago Colleens, an exhibition team with the All American Girls Professional Baseball League. Sliding into base is no big deal for your average ballplayer. [...]
From Metro.co.uk
Daredevil pup Stanley attracts more than a few stares when he goes for a ‘walk’ in his miniature Spitfire.
Passers-by might think the fourmonth- old wire-haired fox terrier is crazy, but he loves donning his flying hat, goggles and jacket for a spin.
Owners Phil and Sharon Cook, both in their [...]
The Book Nook in Lisle is one of Mere’s favorite places to go. During her Kindergarten and First Grade years Mere and Grandma often stopped after school (beign that it was on the way home). It was where she learned to go in by herself and conduct her own transactions. She was [...]
From the Chicago Trib:
INDIANA DUNES NATIONAL LAKESHORE, Near Michigan City, Ind.
Miles of beach, some with names and certain characteristics: Lakeview is nice for families, Central is one of the rare public-beach areas that invites your dog to swim along. Plus there are dunes trails and quality exhibits and programs we’ve come to expect from [...]
Three Female Wire Fox Terriers looking for deer!
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Originally uploaded by srittenh.
I had a great time at the seminar. I could have done with some warmer weather, though. It was wonderful meeting Jill, Robin and both Libby’s.
I have always been a spiritual person and to me, the seminar was very similar [...]