Still Alive

Still Alive
Here is the old Blacker portion of the family finally signing in with an update on Grandma and Grandpa. Grandpa got to read a proclamation for the mayor on Arbor Day celebrating that Caldwell is a USA City of Trees member for 29 years in a row. Certain qualifications have to be fulfilled by a city to have that designation. One of them is that Caldwell spends at least a certain amount of money per capita on trees. We spent $100,000. We have our own tree program, forester, and our own tree nursery. It was a fun event.
Caldwell just finished with our Indian Creek Festival. #6. Over 4,000 people were in downtown Caldwell on Satureday. Firemen fed over 650 people, 200 old cars on display. a tug-of-war over the creek, a rope bridge by the scouts for people to try and cross over Indian Creek(many people lost their balance and fell in), and a cardboard and duct tape kayak race, vendors, entertainment and just family good time. It has really become popular event.I took some pictures and will try and email them to you.
We love the blog and if mom could actually get on and do her thing, she would be here all the time. Dad struggles with getting her to learn and use the computer. We have a new plan in place so keep your fingers crossed. Dad just has to earn enough money to get him another computer for work. Almost there.
We have been busy getting Grandma Lily ready to go on her trip. She is excited; but we notice her getting tired more quickly and running out of breathe. When they put her stintz's in a few years ago, the doctors said it was only a temporary fix. She is still willing but tires quickly.
Mom has been busy helping some of the kids do peaches....she so enjoys being in the loop with her kids. That is what she lives for. Dad is still busy with city, work, church, and family. I still get frustrated because of a lack of good health and an inability to use my mind like I use to.
We are planning a Halloween cookie party for grandkids in October....for you, Lisa, we will bring the party to you. The parents are not invited but they can eat the spoils at the end of the day.
Remember that we love you all and pray for you daily.

Mom & Dad.

Millions of Peaches

Well another successful week of school is done. I think as you can see all of the Wagonerds were excited to attend school. The two little ones and myself are enjoying the quiet. I also have four boxes of peaches to can. I know that the Blacker Clan had about 20(due to the fact that Greg was collecting them) Hee Hee. However, I think the Grandmas had a blast helping. Nothing to exciting here. No fall sports, but an occasional golf. I know that everyone down in the valley is probably all over the planet with sports. I know Becky and Tami's family are. Grandma Lily is headed out on a brave adventure to the West Coast. We spent Monday with her and she seemed really excited. Anyhow, we have discovered a fun park in Eagle to have a get together at sometime. Huge playground, BB hoops, VB net, Football area, and most important Fishing hole. Anyhow, have a good week! The Wagoners

First Day of School

Yesterday was my kid's first day of school. Their school is brand new this year and they weren't quite finished with it, thus the reason for a short delay in starting. Which also means that they don't get out until June 11th (YUCK!) Bryson & Megan are the last pick-up stop in the morning for the bus, so they think it's great not to have to ride very long. And they are both the first drop off on the way home. Interesting fact - Bryson has a boy in his class whose name is Bridger Pannell. Not really sure who that is, but he must be related somehow??? We are just trying to get settled into our new house, get it fixed up a little, and get back into a routine. I love the school year for just that! Go, Pam! That is awesome that you started your own blog - I have posted a link to it on this site for the family to enjoy, also. Thanks for keeping us connected.

Slightly Challenged I am

Hello Everyone,
I have discovered that I made a post to Tami's Post as a comment. I am slightly challenged I must say. I have created a Blog for our family. I think it will be linked through the Wagonerds. Not sure, Lisa, How do I put our picture on the Blacker Funny Farm and add our Blog to the Blogs? I think you have the permission to do that only. I haven't quite perfected my skills, but that takes time and so forth. Life is good in Middleton, school is good and I am enjoying taking control of my house again. It is nice to slow down from the always going in the summer. I just have to get organized again. Ta Ta for now! Pam

Downs Family Weekly Overview

Hello family! We hope everyone has enjoyed going back to school. It is nice to get back into a routine. The boys love their teachers and I will love my class in about two months. (Only teasing!) Amanda is officially a Bronco and has started school as well. It is nice to have her living at home. Dave has started football and has his first game this Wednesday. Brendan begins padded football soon and Chase has to play flag football one more year. (They wouldn't let him play up with the big boys.) We enjoyed the family on Saturday. It was nice to see everyone (except Lisa's family). Thank you mom and dad for organizing it. I think we need to do it monthly. We can all take turns hosting! Have a great week. We love you all!