My Helpers

Rhonda told me having the girls help is like "brushing your teeth while eating Oreos".

Yet, what better way to enjoy their visit.

Skylar and Kaelyn gathering all the leaves.

1. 2. 3. Jump!!!

Back to sweeping but what fun they had.

Ho! Ho! Ho!

Christmas came early this year for Raymond and I. "Santa" delivered his V8 sign last week and we got it hung in the garage. He has tried for years to win a sign like this at the Early V8 tour. Bobbie and I gave him this one for his gift this year.
He was thrilled.

50th Grand Ole Tour -Ft. Davis,TX

The Midland AACA Club hosted the 50th Grand Ole Tour in Ft. Davis, Tx. Oct. 18-21, 2012.

Ready for the style show in 1940's dress

On the drive out of Prude Ranch, Ft. Davis, TX

1952 Ford pickup restored by Bill and Raymond Love
Owner: Bobbie Love

Big Spring members:
Otha and Veneda Brown, Bobbie, Raymond, and Chrysti Love,
and Charlie Goodlett

Whiteface High School Reunion

Honorary Whiteface alumi- Raymond with 1972 graduate - me.

Sept. 29, 2012

My oldest Sister's Birthday

I come from a happy family of 5 kids and Momma. This October we took the opportunity to get together for an important birthday party. Barbara, as oldest, is showing us how to live life to the fullest.

Barbara, Chrysti. Ethel ( Momma), Nancy, Gail, and Bob.

Yes, Barbara does have on a tiara.  With the birthday girl properly crowned, we sang "Happy Birthday to you-u-u-u-u" and she reacted by:

 Cake made her forgive us.

Nancy gave her a metal Owl -for being the oldest and wisest.

She is reading the card from Raymond and I.

It only said I was her favorite sister.

As usual, I have to prove my point.

Nancy saying her favorite quote " I was adopted" (which she wasn't)  

The mug had a picture of all the girls on it with a quote

"My sisters have the best sisters in the world"

Now for a NEW picture of us.

Some of our favorite (old) people.

Now, back to the real world, Cinderella.

Drought in San Angelo

As you have heard, our part of the state has been so very dry for over 2 years. Lake Nasworthy was built as a constant level lake to provide water to the electric power plant here and to provide water to San Angelo. Here are before and current pictures of our area. (Sure make me want to not waste water!)

June 2009

August , 2012

June 2009

August 2012

Note the steps on the ladder.

Please be praying for rain.

Rylee's time with us

Raymond and I have had so much fun with Rylee. She stayed after the 4th of July until her mom and Reagan came back to get her this week.
She enjoys the water as much as I do.

She and PaPa spent special time together.

The tractor ride and driving are highlights of going to the farmhouse.

Our project this time was a Bible tote. She designed the crosses and heart. With my guidance
she sewed with my machine for the first time.

The bonus project was a birthday present she brought for us to figure out. It was a beading loom. So after she went to bed, I read the instructions and got it started. She finished her pink and blue piece before her mom got back. Reagan was intrigued and wanted to make one. We reset the loom and she made a red and yellow strip. With all 3 of us working, we got hers done also. We made felt envelope bags with velco dot closures and sewed the beaded strips on the flap.

Looks like she had a great time. I know we did.

Can an Old Lady Ski?

As Rylee and I were riding the inner tube, she told me she had a friend who said "old people couldn't ski but you can,  can't you  Gran?" So with that and Rhonda wanting pictures, I got out the ski and here I am proving I can still ski. At 58. That isn't old!!!
Thanks to Rhonda and Jason for the pictures. I've never had a photo made to prove my love of skiing.

Reeves and Loves at the Lake

Raymond and I have had so much fun on the water all our married lives. This 4th of July, Rhonda, Jason, Rylee, and Reagan were all home.
PaPa bought a new inner tube and this was the year we have dreamed of. Every one enjoyed the water!
Thanks Jason for your photos. They are wonderful.