FIRST DAY

I can't believe it, the first day of school already. Where did the summer go? The boys were actually a little excited. Not much though. Evan is in the fifth grade, YIKES. Time really does fly. I remember growing up thinking how long things took, now things happen in a blink of an eye. Do you remember older people talking about how time flies? Now I am one of them. Any hoot, here is to a good year of school. Lots of learning, good grades, fun, new friends, old friends, etc.

Not sure what happened in my previous post with the pictures. I will have to try and figure that out. That will take some time for sue. I can't even upload a picture here of the first day. Who knows what I did?

On the Farm

These are some pictures taken at Eric's farm. The boys had a blast. They fished, fed cows, chickens, horses, the donkey, etc. Picked fresh veggies for dinner. (not their favorite thing to do and eat) Notice the trout Evan is holding. There is a fish story behind it. But for now, it was caught on a fly rod of Eric's. Evan never ran so fast to show me a fish. He was grinning ear to ear. And Allan, no fear of these large Friesian horses. He was a natural. Riding Todd bare back. So of course their Christmas list is very expensive this year. They want to live on a farm. Evan wants a fly rod and Allan a horse. (on top of the death star lego set that cost $399.00) Dave better start sending me some pennies from heaven.

PASSIONATE

This son of mine has a thing for fishing. He not only wants to fish everyday but he actually knows so much more about it. Evan has a very tattered copy of the Bass Pro Shop catalog that he knows inside and out. This catalog is looked at almost everyday. Along with a notebook that he keeps with a wish list of fishing things he would like to get that constantly change from day to day. I am shown these amazing lures, reels, rods, tackle boxes that he needs to fish better. (I think it is more as a hint) He knows what lure to use for what fish, type of rods, reels, etc. And if anyone is telling fish stories, he is there listening with all ears. He wants to know more. His dream is to be able to travel across the country and fish for a living. What a life that would be. Whatever makes you happy. Fishing absolutely does! I love seeing you happy.

Picture from the fourth of July

Muffin oh Muffin. She hates fireworks! Where can a big dog hide? She didn't even want to come out to go to the bathroom. Poor thing. If only the space under the couch was a tad bit bigger.

Fourth was a hard day. Memories, tears, and a little bit of laughter. Still so fresh and hard. I miss ya bro. I will always celebrate your birthday with the rest of the country.

SWEET SUMMER

AHHH, Sweet summer.
We have been so busy this summer. Beach, pool, visiting family in CT and OH. Playing with friends that I just haven't posted. School will start soon. The boys are not ready and either am I. I think summer goes by too fast just like everything else.

My plans are to up date with some pictures soon. Highlight some of the summer events. The picture above is the boys at Kent Falls in July. They love this place. They always play in the water at the top of the falls. Search for salamanders, tadpoles and any other crazy strange thing they can find.

CATCH UP not Ketcup!

Hey I know it has been a long time. Busy and I could make up a bunch of excuses. Well my oldest, YIKES, turned 10. Double digits. Can't believe it! Wasn't I just rocking him to sleep? Now he is rolling his eyes at me and get this, knows more than me. We still haven't had a birthday party for him. We have had games on weekends, practice on Friday nights. Just crazy.





I turned the big 40 at the end of April. Chris and I originally planned to go away for a few days. I really didn't feel like it after losing my brother. We decided to stay home. My mom and step-dad wanted to come down to celebrate. It was nice for my mom. She needed it. She took me out to lunch at the beach. We talked a lot and had some wine. It was really nice for it to be just the two of us. My other brothers really don't talk about Dave's death either.

My brother's death has taught me some things too. The importance of having a will or trust. Although, I know my brother told me he had one that he did online but we can't find. It has been a nightmare. The judge has ruled that my brother's ex-wife is to be the executor of his estate. I do not have anything nice to say about her so I will not say anything at all. I did try to send my nephew an Easter card, only to have her open it, tape it back up, and write Return to Sender on it. So, I guess I will have to wait till Matt is 18 to try and talk to him. I did send the card to my mom so the lawyer could see it. Our lawyer thinks she is sweet as pie. I think all this additional stuff makes it even harder to deal with his death. I still miss him. I just try to remember what would he want me to do? Dave was always better and never bitter.

Ketchup, camping soon. We will go fishing, swimming and do more fishing. Memorial Day weekend. Remember. I think I am going to go to Michael's and buy some flags.

My Little Man

On the first of April Allan turned 8. I can't believe it. Where has the time gone. We also had a birthday party at home on the 4th. He had just four of his friends over. They had a great time. We played kickball, basketball, cornhole, cosmo catch, tag, and a bidding game. Afterwards the kids used squirt guns, paper airplanes, and played Star Wars.

Chris and the boys and some scrap friends surprised me with a surprise crop at the scrapbook store for my birthday last Sunday. I kinda knew about it. It was nice. I just still feel bad about my brother. I still think about him everyday.

My book club met on Thursday and did the same. Talk about feeling loved. Tracey made me a coke cola cake and Dianna bought me a beautiful flowers. I didn't know that they knew it was my birthday. So I was surprised. We are reading the Last Lecture for our next book. Hopefully it will be inspiring.

MY BIG BROTHER

This is the from the newspaper. Many of you already know my brother passed. What a week. My previous post was off the wall but I was so shocked and upset, still am. My brother Dave was a good friend to me, my confidant, protector and my personal comedian. I am going to miss him so much. There are so many memories for me to hang on to and I will try to be a better person too. My brother did so much. He worked in soup kitchens, he did a lot of Bike runs, he learned to sign to talk to a guy in his work. He was such a GOOD guy. A joker too. One of his nick names, another big teddy bear. He made everyone laugh. So for today, make someone smile. Tell a joke. Help someone out. Just do something good.

Gorneault, David R.
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GORNEAULT, David R. David R. Gorneault, 50, passed away at his home on Saturday, (February 28, 2009). Born July 4, 1958, in New Britain, a son of Marie (Fongemie) Dlubac of Burlington and the late Richard Gorneault. David was employed by Pratt & Whitney Aircraft of Cheshire for over 20 years. He was a member of the Southington Elks, Polish Falcons Club and the CT Motorcycle Riders Assoc. David served with the US Army. Besides his mother he is survived by a son, Matthew Gorneault of Meriden; two brothers, Daniel Gorneault of California and Daren Gorneault of Burlington; a sister Lisa Bramhill and husband Christopher of Virginia; step father Robert Dlubac of Burlington; a step brother Mark Dlubac of Canton, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a step brother Robert Dlubac. A graveside service will be held on Friday, March 6, 2009 at 11:30 a.m. at the CT State Veterans Cemetery, Bow Lane, Middletown. Calling hours will be Thursday (TODAY) from 5-8 p.m. at the DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St., Southington. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to CT Veterans Home & Hospital, 287 West St., Rocky Hill, CT 06067. For online condolences and directions please visit, www. dellavecchiafh.com
Published in the Hartford Courant on 3/5/2009
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SAD

I am heartbroken.
Dave I am going to miss you so much. You were the best big brother.
Still can't believe this happening. I don't understand.

It's the Truth

I know it is true because it happens to me. You see I was told when you pull out a grey hair, 8 come to the funeral. Well the 8 invite friends on my head. Ughh! It won't be long and I will be sporting a nice head of silver grey hair.

Another truth, house projects always take longer than you think. I started painting trim. I thought it wouldn't take long. I was wrong. Well it is no fun. (even though I like the results) oh, maybe that is paint in my hair!!!!

And my project 365, is project 362. It is hard to take a picture everyday and write about it. My life is just not that interesting. I think it will be fun to look at and laugh about years down the road. I am sure my boys will think WHY??? I am asking myself that now.

Happy Chinese New Year

A little late
Monday Allan had his New year parade at school. Fun stuff. Lots of red and orange food. I brought mandarin oranges and cherries, did not go over well. You should of seen the looks. Hey, doritos, carrots, and jello were a big hit though.

I am still plugging away on my picture a day. Sometimes I go to bed at night and remember....Ohh I forget to take my picture today. There will be lots of pictures of the moon, sleeping boys, dogs, etc.

I am getting tired of the cold and rain. Would like some snow. If not bring on the warmer weather.

Oh My Gosh!

Christmas Morning
Santa was crazy. He gave the boys a drum set and an electric guitar. Thank goodness I rec'd ear plugs in my stocking.


Ok, no excuse. I have been real lazy. We had company again. Grandma Stegman was here but that was only for a few days last weekend. So much is going on. Evan is playing indoor soccer. I like it because there is no practice. Allan is playing basketball and loving it! Of course our weekends are taken up with that. A game on Saturday and a game on Sunday.
My brother,Daren, is still here. It is good and bad. His dog is cute but nothing trouble. Lately he has not been bringing her to the house. Muffin loves to play with her. When Muffin is done though, she gets into something. Crazy.
Chris is taking another online course, logic. I love teasing him about this one. He is the asst. coach for the soccer team and basketball team. So he is busy. And me, Lazy. I do the laundry, cook and occasionally clean. I am trying to do the project 365. So far I haven't missed a day. Reading a boring book for book club. A few pages at a time.