50 years old!

I’m officially part of the 50’s club! What a fun day.

First it was a workout at anytime, then to school for hugs and love from my students and some parents. 

Next was dinner at Juniors with Brad, Katie and Osten in an Igloo. Pork chop, shrimp and a deconstructed pumpkin pie. 

Then Osten and I went to the RF Girls Basketball game for the first half. Now we’re watching the rest on YouTube and I’m reading sweet messages from birthday well wishers. 

I got a lovely poinsettia from Brad and heartfelt handmade card from Osten. Maybe we’ll have cupcakes when Katie returns from swim practice. 

34 years ago today…

Kurt and Kelly delivered the best early birthday gift ever. Jenna Louise was born. She stole my heart that day. She is smart, fun, creative, organized and an outstanding Momma. My heart has been happy ever since the day I met her. 

tree trimmed!

We got home from Mankato about 4:30 and I started to trim our sweet little Christmas tree. We each picked out a few ornaments and here is the end result: 

Now we’re watching the Vikings versus the 49ers. Dalvin Cook went down with a shoulder injury and we’re down by 8 with 3 minutes left in the 4th quarter. Go Vikings! 

thankful for the Blomgren gathering

On Saturday, November 27 a bunch of Blomgren’s gathered at the Holiday Inn in Mankato. 

Mom, Kent, Eden, Abby, Kurt, Jenna, Cody, Collins, Hayes, Vance, Kaitie, Kyle Sr., Kim, Adam, Erica, Liana, Ryan, Summer, Cory, Joan, Thomas, Evan, Trenton, Karen, Brad, Anders, Lindsey and Osten were there to swim, eat pizza, talk Vikings, sing happy birthday to Jenna and Karen and just enjoy one another’s company. 

I personally got to meet Hayes Hauser who is a heart breaker and bond with the teeny tiny Collins Hauser who reminds me so much of her dear Momma Jenna. 

Thanks for the lovely time together and looking forward to getting back together on December 26th at the farm. 

Kent, Eden and Abby

Cody and Collins 

A view from above in our gathering spot 

Anders and Osten

Osten, Brad and Hayes 

Jenna, Collins and Kaitie 

Osten, Grandma, Cody and Collins

The 2001ers, Ryan and Anders 

black Friday

Katie and I went shopping with Ibby and Dehlia today. We went to Lino Lakes and got some fun deals at Kohls, Target, 5 below, Goodwill, Fleet Farm and Bath and Body Works. 

Katie spent time driving the past several days as she’s preparing for her drivers test. A total of 5 hours in the past three days! 

When we got home I went for a walk to the top of River Falls 

happy Thanksgiving 2021!

 

From Anders and Lindsey…they spent the day with Lindsey’s family

Joe and Grandpa Bud at Mike’s Moms house (near the hunting shack)

Karen doing a goofy pose for her brothers 

Collins and Hayes…Jenna shared a sweet photo of her little turkeys 

Ryan and Summer sent this snap

Katie , Osten and Dehlia wrestling around in Dehlia’s Ice Castle camper/fish house 

happy dozenth birthday dear DGQ

Our beautiful niece and cousin Dehlia Grace Quintana is 12 years old. Sending love and light! 

first dose

Now all the Olson’s are vaccinated. Our brave 11 year old had his first dose this afternoon at the Pierce County fairgrounds. His arm is now a little sore but during the injection, he said the nurse was the best ever because he didn’t feel a thing. 

here’s a peek

Not 100%, but nearly fully decorated! We talked about our favorite decorations. Katie and Osten both like the Christmas Village the most. I love the nativity scene (crèche made by Mom and Dad Blomgren) and the advent calendar. 

Just need to trim tree and put a few more finishing touches on our 2021 Christmas decor. 

starting the decorating process

Today I started cleaning the living area, brought down Christmas decorations, unpacked, checked lights and rearranged furniture to prepare for the holiday season. 

Bonus to the day was the Vikings defeating the Packers 34-31 in the final 2 seconds. 🥰

craft fair, drive time, shopping and fun

Today I got to see Katie’s school locker while we were shopping at the RFHS Craft Fair. It was fun to see all the sweet notes. 

Then she drove to Woodbury to get experience driving interstate and part of her required 30 hours of behind the wheel. There we shopped and enjoyed the lovely late fall day. 

here’s to 28!

To our nephew and cousin Stuart Martin…getting the call from your Momma 28 years ago today was pure joy! 

Fast forward to a beautiful life with sweet family…with a lovely wife and two healthy and happy children. Stuart, you are brave, strong and a US Marine. We love you and thank you for your service. Happy 28th birthday. 

rookie of the year

Katie had her swim banquet tonight and received her first varsity letter (she also received an academic letter earlier this year). Osten’s reaction to her Rookie of The Year recognition was priceless. 

geometric solids are so fun!

 

Montessori materials are so engaging and can be used many different ways. This student is classifying the geometric solids according to base…so very interesting! 

gift from Sharyl

 

This morning, I opened another fun birthday gift…a vintage 1971 pint glass from my dear friend, Sharyl. I plan on drinking my morning greens from it tomorrow.

fun turning 50

So much love felt as the big 50 is coming soon. Party on Saturday. Sleepover to Sunday complete with snow and a bonfire. Cards, gifts, games, laughter and good friends. Magical times. 

matilda is amazing

Today I hosted my friend, Julie for lunch and then she, Osten and I went to the RFHS production of Matilda. Blew our socks off! Such a talented cast including two actors I hadn't seen on stage before. It was outstanding. Photos to come...

Julie, Osten, Karen and Sarah by the dreaded Chokey (room the principal would torture children in)

Katie’s friends Megan & Lily 

Osten & I in the Chokey

november celebrations

Celebrating November birthdays and our kids and their post high school affiliations with the Fun Group at the UBOM (Urban Barn on Main) in RF 

Karen and Angie Bond          Karen and Kim Lindsay 

Jack and Gretchen Stoffel watching Joe play on ESPN+ playing for the NDSU Bison at the Urban Barn on Maple 

Fun group Gretchen, Karen, Michelle, Sarah, Angie, Jenny, Sharyl and Kim at the UBOM

Michelle and Karen being goofy