A friend who works at the Duane Arnold Energy Plant in Palo sent me these pictures. The entire town was evacuated.
Saturday, June 14, 2008
Photos of CR flood
Dan and I did exactly what the media and cops are telling people NOT to do. We went on a gawking tour of Cedar Rapids and took these pictures. The TV shots and the newspaper photos do not begin to do it justice. It is absolutely horrific and beyond comprehension.
For amazing photos of the Anamosa devastation, visit the Class of 1980 blogsite for pics taken by Lisa Heitland.
For amazing photos of the Anamosa devastation, visit the Class of 1980 blogsite for pics taken by Lisa Heitland.
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
SORRY
Sorry I have been so lax about posting on the blogsite. I have been moving this past week and I finally just got hooked up to the internet and am slowly locating everything in the mass of boxes I have in the basement! Bear with me. And, send some good, fun summer pics for me to post!
I think we need a class gathering soon. What are you all doing the weekend of August 16th?
I think we need a class gathering soon. What are you all doing the weekend of August 16th?
MORE MONTICELLO FLOOD PICS
Click on this link for some more photos of the floods in Monticello. It's getting bad in Cedar Rapids, too. Parts of Edgewood Road are closed and they are ordering an evacuation of the town of Palo. It's 1993 all over again!
Monday, June 9, 2008
BRENDA'S DAUGHTER AT A BAND CONCERT
Click here for some photos of Brenda's daughter, Kristin, at a band concert in the park in Monticello. Bren, she looks just like you!!!
Saturday, May 31, 2008
A NOTE FROM MIKE
Mike sent me a beautiful scarf and two patches from Operation Iraqi Freedom to give to Darcie. How kind!
Mike, I love the scarf! It is absolutely gorgeous!
Thank you so much!!!!!!
(Brett and Di, did you receive your stuff from Mike?)
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
TOYS FOR TOTS RIDE
Carron:
The Divas will be leaving from Metro Harley Davidson in Cedar Rapids and Hawkeye Harley Davidson in Coralville. Ride will end in Anamosa at Scooters between 3:00-5:00.
The Divas will be leaving from Metro Harley Davidson in Cedar Rapids and Hawkeye Harley Davidson in Coralville. Ride will end in Anamosa at Scooters between 3:00-5:00.
Thanks,
Darcie :-)
Monday, May 26, 2008
LIFE AT DEB'S HOUSE
This is what's happening at my house on this fine, dreary, drizzly morning....
No wonder "our kids" like Lance more than me..........
(Deb, this picture is priceless. You should enter it in a photo contest.)
(Deb, this picture is priceless. You should enter it in a photo contest.)
I GOT TO MEET THE KIDS
Dan's beautiful daughter, Amy, is home from college in California and his son, Rob, is home from South Korea for a month's leave from the Air Force. We took them out for supper and embarrassed the crap out of them by dancing all night.
Speaking of the Air Force, Dean and I signed away Wesley's life last Tuesday night. He is officially signed up for the Air Force. He's thinking he wants to be an air traffic controller.
FIASCO IS GETTING BETTER
Deb wrote to tell me that her poochie, Fiasco, is getting better.
Check out the video to see him running around!!
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Sunday, May 18, 2008
2008 IOWA SCHOOL NURSE OF THE YEAR
Nancy (Seeger) Alderdyce (Class of 1980) always wanted to be a nurse when she grew up, and now the rural Anamosa woman has been named the 2008 Iowa School Nurse of the Year.
Click here to read the whole article in the Anamosa Journal-Eureka.
GRADUATION
Michelle Cass' daughter, Samantha Oberheu, made the front page of the Milestones section of the Sunday Gazette today! She graduated from Kennedy High School!!
She's beautiful just like her momma!
WONDERFUL POEMS
WOMAN'S LOVE POEM
Before I lay me down to sleep, I pray for a man, who's not a creep,
One who's handsome, smart and strong, One who loves to listen long,
One who thinks before he speaks, One who'll call, not wait for weeks.
I pray he's gainfully employed, When I spend his cash, won't be annoyed.
Pulls out my chair and opens my door, Massages my back and begs to do more.
Oh! Send me a man who'll make love to my mind, Knows what to answer to 'how big is my behind?'
I pray that this man will love me to no end, And always be my very best friend.
MAN'S LOVE POEM
I pray for a deaf-mute nymphomaniac with huge boobs who owns a bar on a golf course, and loves to send me fishing and hunting. This doesn't rhyme and I don't give a shit.
Before I lay me down to sleep, I pray for a man, who's not a creep,
One who's handsome, smart and strong, One who loves to listen long,
One who thinks before he speaks, One who'll call, not wait for weeks.
I pray he's gainfully employed, When I spend his cash, won't be annoyed.
Pulls out my chair and opens my door, Massages my back and begs to do more.
Oh! Send me a man who'll make love to my mind, Knows what to answer to 'how big is my behind?'
I pray that this man will love me to no end, And always be my very best friend.
MAN'S LOVE POEM
I pray for a deaf-mute nymphomaniac with huge boobs who owns a bar on a golf course, and loves to send me fishing and hunting. This doesn't rhyme and I don't give a shit.
BRENDA'S HANDSOME SON, NICK
Here are a couple pictures of Brenda's son, Nick, at the two proms he attended.
Quite the handsome boy, Brenda!!
Friday, May 16, 2008
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BRETT!!!
05/17/1963
You're now halfway to
90 like the rest of us.
Happy Birthday, bud!!
(I figured it was appropriate to type this in red since Brett obviously loves red shirts.)
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
MIKE WILL BE HOME!
Hi, Diane and Carron,
The reason that I'm really writing is to let you know that my R&R dates are pretty locked in.
Rhonda & I will fly into Milwaukee on 12 June and depart on the evening of 16 June (Liz has her Freshman Orientation the morning of 16 June at Marquette).
Liz's H.S. graduation is on the 14th and most of the relatives are only coming in for the day or until the morning of the 15th. Not sure what you have going on the afternoon of 15 June; however, it would be great to see either of you, have you meet Rhonda, and catch up!
Take care, and hope to hear from you soon.
BTW, I'm attaching Liz's Senior Pictures!
Ciao,
Mike
SURPRISE!!!
What Darcie thought was going to be a cozy dinner with just the two of us turned into a surprise party with about 20 friends!! I think she had a great birthday (and probably an even better night at home with all her "gifts"!!)Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Sunday, May 11, 2008
DARCIE'S RIDE
The rain stayed away for Darcie's ride yesterday. There was a good turn-out and, hopefully, lots of money was raised. Darc was going to crunch the numbers and let me know the total outcome! (Update: Darc tallied the figures and the total raised was $1,964.00. Not bad for five hours of fun!!)
Saturday, May 10, 2008
SATURDAY MORNING SUNRISE
Talk about a beautiful sunrise coming up this morning in Springville. These pictures were taken from Dan's patio overlooking the woods behind his neighbor's house.I'm off to work and then to meet up with Darcie for a cold beverage to support her Chrome Divas ride this afternoon. (Scroll down for details and then come join us!!) I'll post pictures of that later!
THE GIRL CHILD PLAYING TENNIS
Here's Ellyn playing in her last tennis meet this past Thursday. She finished the season strong by winning her last two meets. Ellyn is blessed with many wonderful, awesome qualities and talents, but athletics isn't one of them. She fully admits she "sucks", but she gives it her all anyway.
Friday, May 9, 2008
Thursday, May 8, 2008
E-MAIL FROM DI
Coo~
I swear I am turning into my mother scouring over the obits. ANYWAY - I noticed that Penny Newhard's mother passed away. I don't know if she is involved in blogging on the reunion site, but I thought you might want to put it out there since she is one of our classmates.
Hope all is well with you! I am stressing at work and we are getting a new roof and windows at home, so life is chaotic!! Not to mention that Ryan has baseball games almost every night, etc.!! Calgon, take me away!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Diane
(You can read the obituary by following this link.)
I swear I am turning into my mother scouring over the obits. ANYWAY - I noticed that Penny Newhard's mother passed away. I don't know if she is involved in blogging on the reunion site, but I thought you might want to put it out there since she is one of our classmates.
Hope all is well with you! I am stressing at work and we are getting a new roof and windows at home, so life is chaotic!! Not to mention that Ryan has baseball games almost every night, etc.!! Calgon, take me away!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Diane
(You can read the obituary by following this link.)
LUNCH WITH BRENDA
Brenda and I met for lunch today at Applebee's. The meal took approximately half an hour. It took another three hours to stop laughing and talking. 
I just love that woman!!!
I just love that woman!!! Wednesday, May 7, 2008
SMALL TOWNS
Those who grew up in small towns will laugh when they read this.
1) You can name everyone you graduated with.
2) You know what 4-H means.
3) You went to parties at a pasture, barn, gravel pit, or in the middle of a dirt road. On Monday, you could always tell who was at the party because of the scratches on their legs from running through the woods when the party was busted. (See #6.)
4) You used to 'drag' Main Street.
5) You whispered the 'F' word and your parents knew within the hour.
6) You scheduled parties around the schedules of different police officers, because you knew which ones would bust you and which ones wouldn't.
7) You could never buy cigarettes because all the store clerks knew how old you were (and if you were old enough, they'd tell your parents anyhow.) Besides, where would you get the money?
8) When you did find somebody old enough and brave enough to buy cigarettes, you still had to go out into the country and drive on back roads to smoke them.
9) You knew which section of the ditch you would find the beer your buyer dropped off.
10) It was cool to date somebody from the neighboring town.
11) The whole school went to the same party after graduation.
12) You didn't give directions by street names but rather by references. Turn by Nelson's house, go 2 blocks to Anderson 's, and it's four houses left of the track field.
13) The golf course had only 9 holes.
14) You couldn't help but date a friend's ex-boyfriend/girlfriend.
15) Your car stayed filthy because of the dirt roads, and you will never own a dark vehicle for this reason.
16) The town next to you was considered 'trashy' or 'snooty,' but was actually just like your town.
17) You referred to anyone with a house newer then 1955 as the 'rich' people.
18) The people in the 'big city' dressed funny, and then you picked up the trend 2 years later.
19) Anyone you wanted could be found at the local gas station or the dairybar.
20) You saw at least one friend a week driving a tractor through town or one of your friends driving a grain truck to school occasionally.
21) The gym teacher suggested you haul hay for the summer to get stronger.
22) Directions were given using THE stop light as a reference.
23) When you decided to walk somewhere for exercise, 5 people would pull over and ask if you wanted a ride.
24) Your teachers called you by your older siblings' names.
25) Your teachers remembered when they taught your parents.
26) You could charge at any local store or write checks without any ID.
27) There was no McDonalds.
28) The closest mall was over an hour away.
29) It was normal to see an old man riding through town on a riding lawn mower.
30) You've pee'd in a cornfield.
31) Most people went by a nickname.
32) You laughed your butt off reading this because you know it is true.
1) You can name everyone you graduated with.
2) You know what 4-H means.
3) You went to parties at a pasture, barn, gravel pit, or in the middle of a dirt road. On Monday, you could always tell who was at the party because of the scratches on their legs from running through the woods when the party was busted. (See #6.)
4) You used to 'drag' Main Street.
5) You whispered the 'F' word and your parents knew within the hour.
6) You scheduled parties around the schedules of different police officers, because you knew which ones would bust you and which ones wouldn't.
7) You could never buy cigarettes because all the store clerks knew how old you were (and if you were old enough, they'd tell your parents anyhow.) Besides, where would you get the money?
8) When you did find somebody old enough and brave enough to buy cigarettes, you still had to go out into the country and drive on back roads to smoke them.
9) You knew which section of the ditch you would find the beer your buyer dropped off.
10) It was cool to date somebody from the neighboring town.
11) The whole school went to the same party after graduation.
12) You didn't give directions by street names but rather by references. Turn by Nelson's house, go 2 blocks to Anderson 's, and it's four houses left of the track field.
13) The golf course had only 9 holes.
14) You couldn't help but date a friend's ex-boyfriend/girlfriend.
15) Your car stayed filthy because of the dirt roads, and you will never own a dark vehicle for this reason.
16) The town next to you was considered 'trashy' or 'snooty,' but was actually just like your town.
17) You referred to anyone with a house newer then 1955 as the 'rich' people.
18) The people in the 'big city' dressed funny, and then you picked up the trend 2 years later.
19) Anyone you wanted could be found at the local gas station or the dairybar.
20) You saw at least one friend a week driving a tractor through town or one of your friends driving a grain truck to school occasionally.
21) The gym teacher suggested you haul hay for the summer to get stronger.
22) Directions were given using THE stop light as a reference.
23) When you decided to walk somewhere for exercise, 5 people would pull over and ask if you wanted a ride.
24) Your teachers called you by your older siblings' names.
25) Your teachers remembered when they taught your parents.
26) You could charge at any local store or write checks without any ID.
27) There was no McDonalds.
28) The closest mall was over an hour away.
29) It was normal to see an old man riding through town on a riding lawn mower.
30) You've pee'd in a cornfield.
31) Most people went by a nickname.
32) You laughed your butt off reading this because you know it is true.
CHROME DIVAS RIDE
Ride stops are:
Starts: Jersey's (C Street exit off
Highway 30) at 11:00
Sutliff
Gus's in Coralville
Dry Dock in Shueyville
Ends: Super Dave's in Walford
Toys For Tots Ride has been
Toys For Tots Ride has been
changed to May 31st.
Thanks Sooo Much! Luv Ya!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks Sooo Much! Luv Ya!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Darcie :-)
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Monday, May 5, 2008
HOSTING FRENCH STUDENTS
Carron.
I coordinate family stays for Language and Friendship (Linda and I travel and host for the same company). I still have 7 kids and one teacher I am looking for homes for. I’m attaching the list. If you know of anyone who might be interested I would give you a big kiss and take you out and buy beverages! They are here this year from June 17 - July 17.
Sherri
(If you are interested in hosting a French student for a month or know anyone who might be, click on this link for details and biographies of the students. You can contact Sherri Condon at conburn@mchsi.com for more information.)
I coordinate family stays for Language and Friendship (Linda and I travel and host for the same company). I still have 7 kids and one teacher I am looking for homes for. I’m attaching the list. If you know of anyone who might be interested I would give you a big kiss and take you out and buy beverages! They are here this year from June 17 - July 17.
Sherri
(If you are interested in hosting a French student for a month or know anyone who might be, click on this link for details and biographies of the students. You can contact Sherri Condon at conburn@mchsi.com for more information.)
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
MY GODSON
Here is a prom picture of Dean's and my godson, Bryce Engelbart. He is the son of Lisa Heitland Williams and Warren Engelbart from the class of 1980. His date is Cally Wageman, who is the daughter of Sherri Weber and Bob Wageman (Class of 1982) and the niece of Scott!!! 
Sunday, April 27, 2008
DISTRICT DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION
Tony and I were both delegates to the 2nd District Democratic Convention on Saturday, April 26th. It was another interesting, fun, and long day. We put in an 11-hour day and then left, but I read in the paper this morning that it went "well into the night." We are both going to the state convention in Des Moines in June. I heard the 2004 state convention lasted until 3:00 a.m. Ugh.
Tony was elected to the state platform committee and was one of four finalists to attend the NATIONAL convention in Denver in August. 
Here is a picture of Tony vying for that honor and I hope you know who is with me in the other picture. (If not, read the sign on the window behind us.)
Here is a picture of Tony vying for that honor and I hope you know who is with me in the other picture. (If not, read the sign on the window behind us.)A tiny bit of trivia: The older gentleman on the left (Tony's right) in the picture is the person on whom the character of Radar was based in the show "M*A*S*H". He was chosen to go to the national convention. I think everyone felt sorry for him because he probably won't be around in 2012!!!
For more information on the Iowa Democratic Party, you can go to http://www.idp2nd.org/. It has a list of all the delegates (by county - Tony and I are in Linn County) and a copy of the Convention Call Book (the order of business, the rules, and all the district platforms. Be sure to read the "Platform - Statement of Principles" on page 19 - Tony wrote it!!!)
Friday, April 25, 2008
SCOTT'S GRADUATION
Hi, everyone.
This is a courtesy email to inform everyone about my upcoming graduation. I am graduating from Kirkwood Community College on May 10, 2008, with a 2-year AAS degree. My overall GPA is 3.9 which allowed me become a member of the International Honor Society. This degree will not change my life or my job, and I will not get pay raise. This is just a stepping stone.
One day I hope to get a bachelor's degree, but right now I am just looking forward to having the summer off of school. My AAS will be in “Skilled Trades”, which basically proves I have formal education in mechanical and electrical systems and that I have taken basic college electives such as writing, math and psychology. To graduate with this degree, the student must have a journeypersons card proving they have successfully completed a U.S. Department of Labor accredited apprenticeship lasting a minimum of 4 years.
Scott (Petersen)
If for some reason you are bored out of your mind on Saturday, May 10th, you may attend the ceremony at the U.S. Cellular Center (5 Seasons Center) in Cedar Rapids. You must be seated by 9:40 AM.
This is a courtesy email to inform everyone about my upcoming graduation. I am graduating from Kirkwood Community College on May 10, 2008, with a 2-year AAS degree. My overall GPA is 3.9 which allowed me become a member of the International Honor Society. This degree will not change my life or my job, and I will not get pay raise. This is just a stepping stone.
One day I hope to get a bachelor's degree, but right now I am just looking forward to having the summer off of school. My AAS will be in “Skilled Trades”, which basically proves I have formal education in mechanical and electrical systems and that I have taken basic college electives such as writing, math and psychology. To graduate with this degree, the student must have a journeypersons card proving they have successfully completed a U.S. Department of Labor accredited apprenticeship lasting a minimum of 4 years.
Scott (Petersen)
If for some reason you are bored out of your mind on Saturday, May 10th, you may attend the ceremony at the U.S. Cellular Center (5 Seasons Center) in Cedar Rapids. You must be seated by 9:40 AM.
FRONT YARD
Here are a couple pictures of my front yard this morning. I guess it's bare feet and flip flops until we get to the car. 
4 children saved in dramatic river rescue
Click on this link to read about the dramatic river rescue in Anamosa.
(It mentioned the name Holly Winders and I know Julie Beadle has a daughter named Holly. I looked in the reunion book and their ages do not match.)
(It mentioned the name Holly Winders and I know Julie Beadle has a daughter named Holly. I looked in the reunion book and their ages do not match.)
Thursday, April 24, 2008
AMAZING DAY!
My girls, Alex and Sarah, surprised me with a birthday cake this afternoon. I was in the bathroom blow-drying my hair and they shocked the crap out of me!!
I have heard from so many people today. I am not sure I can name them all, but I'll try.
Cards from Brenda and Diane, calls from mom and dad and my brother. E-mails from Lisa Heitland, Carlene Pinney, Brett, Diane, Tina Hatcher, Doug Wortman, my friends Stan, Kristi, and Darrell, a text and a call from Deutmeyer, a call from Darcie, a text from Tony, an e-card from my sister-in-law, Lene, a call from my aunt, Jan, a call from by boss at work, a text from my co-worker, Sandra. FOUR dozen roses from Dan delivered to my door. And, some stranger dedicated a song to me on the radio. Any ideas who that might be??
And, who's the dyslexic bastard who put 54 candles on my cake???
My kids are fixing me supper and when that's done, I'm off to have a few beers with some friends.
This has been the best birthday ever. Thank you EVERYONE!!
Sunday, April 20, 2008
BIRTHDAY DINNER
After buying me a new skirt, tops, shoes, and jewelry, Dan took me to the Lighthouse Inn for a wonderful dinner of teriyaki salmon, a good bottle of wine, and an amazing jazz band. He followed up with a breakfast made for a queen this morning while I read the Sunday paper and drank my coffee.
Between the surprise party last Saturday, supper with my folks and kids this past Thursday, and the dinner last night, I'm kind of diggin' turning 45. And, my birthday is not until Thursday!!!
Now, my girls are coming over for an afternoon of laughs outside on the patio. FINALLY, a beautiful day to sit outside.
Thursday, April 17, 2008
I CAN RELATE
UCLA STUDY - VERY INTERESTING
A study conducted by UCLA's Department of Psychiatry has revealed that the kind of face a woman finds attractive on a man can differ depending on where she is in her menstrual cycle.
For example:
If she is ovulating, she is attracted to men with rugged and masculine features.
However, if she is menstruating, or menopausal, she tends to be more attracted to a man with duct tape over his mouth and a spear lodged in his chest while he is on fire.
No further studies are expected.
A study conducted by UCLA's Department of Psychiatry has revealed that the kind of face a woman finds attractive on a man can differ depending on where she is in her menstrual cycle.
For example:
If she is ovulating, she is attracted to men with rugged and masculine features.
However, if she is menstruating, or menopausal, she tends to be more attracted to a man with duct tape over his mouth and a spear lodged in his chest while he is on fire.
No further studies are expected.
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Monday, April 14, 2008
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