We reached the lake only to find that it was frozen!  

Have you seen such tough mountain men? Riiiiicoooolla… 

Greg D came to visit and we decided to take a hike up to Loch Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park – we started out at 9,000′ and went up to 10,200′ 

As we looked closer – we realized we had crossed into a prairie dog war and we were the targets. (What does Brian say about the Prairie Dog Bite? Is it worse than the squirrel?) 

Yesterday on our walk we ran into a prairie dog who was yelling hello in a high pitch screech (similar to baby river otters)… 

Enjoying the Weather – last weekend Mark and I were able to enjoy the beautiful weather (before the big storm) – Mark is showing off his prototype for a hood he and my dad constructed.  

Fiona all swaddled up sends her bithday wishes… 

Crystal made a stellar meal – chicken and rice, complete with special treats for both mark and I (chocolate souffle and carrot cake) – YUM 

Mark with the little bundle… Tom dressed fiona this morning in her yellow shirt and matching ducky sockies. 

Sleepy Fiona… back in california for work, Mark and I were able to spend a night with Fiona, Crystal and Tom (and Ivyand Abbey of course) 

They were cooked perfectly and we ENJOYED every bite! Thanks Scott and Julie!! 

Maine Lobsters Direct! Pam was so curious about the lobsters in their box – what color are they, what are they doing in there, are they sleeping … 

My parents arrived for a belated Birthday celebration, and we were able to enjoy a treat from Scott and Julie… 

March 27th 2005 :: Brothers? After our traditional Slichau/Morasastry Easter Brunch at the Flagstaff House, Chris and I posed for a picture – prompting an onlooker to speculate that we must be brothers…

March 25-27th 2005 :: Chris and Saira came to visit us to make sure we didn’t break a 5 year string of Easters together! The girls had a spa afternoon on Saturday, while Chris and Mark had their own relaxation… Continue Reading →

March 26th 2005 :: I prodded and pushed our landscaper into finally getting our firepit and sitting wall done. He didn’t finish it, but got enough done to allow us to bring in “The Gas Connection” to hook up the… Continue Reading →

March 26th 2005 :: Our long awaited breakfast table arrived on Saturday. We went shopping for it 6 weeks ago, and now it finally arrived. It also was the impetus to put together a present Chloe gave Mark for his… Continue Reading →

And finished off the day with some presents, pizza and of course, Beer! 

We hung a ceiling fan, painted an art niche for our water fountain, planted some trees… 

After the hike we headed to the Home Depot to get a few plants and some supplies for our house projects – the little black pony is great for trees! 

… a few drops of rain came down, but we continued on… 🙂  

March 20, 2005: Happy 32nd Birthday Mark – We decided to take a walk in the Flat Irons for Marks birthday… 

March 19th, 2005: Mark and Flat Neala share an espresso with some special sugars! 

March 19th: 2005 – an early birthday dinner for Mark, we headed out to the Flagstaff House – Flat Neala was also excited to celebrate! 

Flat Neala assisted Mark as he cooked up some Sunday Dinner! 

yum, more turkey… don’t worry we snagged her away after this! 

and crenshaw – who thought Flat Neala tasted a lot like turkey… 

Back home Flat Neala was introduced to Cricket… 

Flat Neala was able to meet Miss Fiona – looking so sweet in her pink flowers! 

Michelle introduces Flat Neala to the fabulous world of Ice Cream – Yum! I sampled some Rocky Road on her behalf. 

Flat Neala is always safe in the car – but this seat might be a big big… 

Flat Neala was introduced to Josh and his workspace at Mercury – she prefers to type with her feet.  

March 14, 2005 : I received a package in the mail containing Flat Neala from a second grader in Billings, Montana. I was to take Flat Neala around and take photos of her in my life to send back to… Continue Reading →

March 9th, 2005 :: Dinner with the Etters – and a chance to play with Andrew. He had an EXTRA large dinner followed by a play in the tub. Nate snapped this photo – Andrew was very captivated by my… Continue Reading →

The new sofas and chairs arrived today, and someone already found the prime viewing spot.

Saturday, March 5: Montana Ruby shows off her precious boy – the casino night was a success! 

Saturday, March 5: Saloon Greeters ready to welcome guests to the party! 

Saturday, March 5th: Ruby’s Wheel of Fortune is ready to spin! 

Saturday, March 5: Team Montana Ruby gathers at the Knights of Columbus to create the party! 

Friday, March 4: Amy paints the saloon walls – getting ready for the big day on Saturday!