History In The Making

Part of the new adventure in the west is taking time to do things that need catching up on, things that need starting, and even finishing a few things that have waited a very long time.
Thanks to both of our mothers, bins of family history have been gathered, some traveling from the west to the east and back to the west again. Some of these treasures have come from North Carolina via Connecticut then to St George, Utah waiting at least seven long years to be opened.

Well upon setting up this new home, a room has been designated for spreading out, sorting, and sharing of these family history items. Mary has started with two bins that came from Grandma Roa's home. What follows is just a sample of what this project looks like.

When we talk about bins, these are the kinds we mean.

On the day Mary started, we grabbed a shot of the first small bin as it was spread onto the sorting table.

In the beginning it was just an idea to get things in like piles.

With some subjects needing more space than you would think.

Remember, this table full is from one little bin.

Taking time to read, ponder, and question is requiring this project to move slower than first thought.

Some items have been sorted out of the mix and with much concern removed from the collection.

As photos were sorted, some duplication was noted and sharing bags started. Some will travel to California to seek help in identification.

As you can see, one table was not enough space, so the photos spilled over to a spare bed.

Now some sorting of important papers and objects from a second bin is underway.

Quick reading has provided a little time line and history of the Maxfield clan.

Time has moved forward from December 2010 to March 2011 and the first two bins are still not finished.

With two empty bins and more in from the garage, this project is not going to see a finish date in the near future. But it is started and progressing as rain, snow, and sleet keep Mary from her appointed shopping, walking, or hiking. The upcoming heat may also add to the time available for sorting, sharing, and filing away.
Some of you may even want to check this site out:FamilySearch

Ambers Birthday Cake

It has been a week and a half, Feb. 16, since some of us got together to wish Amber a "Happy Birthday".
Other photos were taken but are yet to be shared with family members. We now share a little happy time spent by Old & Gray and the Birthday Girl. Mother C's comments and pictures.
This was a busy day for the Birthday Girl as she went to visit a friend for a play date, came home with a bad ear ache, little brother was feeling bad and was wanting all the attention, plus she had to wait until after cake to open her packages.

Amber waiting as preparations are being made to share her birthday with family.

As you can see from the background everyone is gathered. Some even think others need to move over.

All Right! Candles burning, extra help waiting on the side to blow them out. But wait for the camera's to pop.

Amber was able to handle the task without help.

Yes! That is the cake. One cup cake for a big family like ours?

As you can see by the size of this cake in Papa J's hands, this was not your run of the mill cup cake.

Cut and divided out awaiting the ice cream and some left over for later.

Birthday girl served and little sister with fork in hand.

Grandmary standing by with little brother. Never fear they both had their share!

 

Drew and GrandMary's Day Together

On February 12th Drew had a play date with Grand Mary as was promised back in January.
He arrived Friday evening for a sleep over, with cloths, snacks, and games. He was prepared!
Next morning Grandpa went to a church meeting while the others had fun, lunch out, and lots of exercise.

First stop was a place called Fiesta Fun for 18 holes of Golf.

 

Before he finished the second round his stroke was smooth. He had a hole-in-one before getting tired or bored.

The place was busy that day and so there was some hanging around waiting for the next event.

This smile will get him a long way in life.

Bumper Tubs on a warm spring day in February anyone.

This is not what you think! Up the street from Grandma's house is a park with rocks from the past.

Drew was able to get up close and personal in this park.

Look Mom! Grandma said I could! Fall? Not me.

Ouch! My elbow is scrapped.

After a little water break from the bikes it is back to the rocks.

As you can see jumping is part of being a boy. He must have repeated this action 20 times.

Just hanging out on top was also repeated. He had ridden about 45 minutes before the rock park.

While the weather is getting warm it is still safe to walk around without worry of snakes or spiders.

They ended up home about 5 and catch was still on the list to be done.

After this throw Grand Mary was told she throws like a girl. Dah!

Grand Mary went inside to cook supper and Grandpa spent the next hour working on catching with two hands. Drew's mom reported he hit the bed early and fell asleep while talking about the day.