Job hunting

Richard got a haircut, trimmed his beard, and had his suit cleaned and pressed. And notice the new hairpiece. Wish us luck.

Always stay sweet,

Swseetheart

The bane of my existence

This is the spiral staircase that leads up to our attic. This is also where a few of cats sleep and hiss at me when I try to go upstairs to sleep with Richard.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Mike Gajda

Richard has told me about this guy: 60% hippie, 20% monk, 20% curmudgeon. Richard and Mike met at a Catholic Charismatic Renewal service in the mid 70s. Mike may visit us in the fall. I can't wait to meet him.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

This a test, this is only a test

Richard and I have decided to live on cereal. No stove, oven, or microwave. I will report on how this is working out.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Product 19

Richard and I have been enjoying this cereal. But "Product 19" ? Was marketing taking the day off that day?

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Another sport I have taken up - Doggie Scuba

Radical, Baby!

Always stay sweet

Sweetheart

Catdynamics

cat-dy·nam·ics

(used with a pl. verb) The science of domestic cat behavior

For the first time in 8 months Andrew boarded the Mother Ship (well, our bed). Richard was able to pet Andrew and get a purr out of him. Within moments Ralph was soundly asleep on Richard's chest. ,

Abruptly, Ralph awoke and shooed Andrew from the bed.

Conclusion: Cats are very territorial.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

When it Rains it Pours

We had to park the VW camper because of lack of money for gasoline. For our trip to San Francisco I will be riding in this orange contraption.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Busted Flat

Busted flat in Ocean Shores, waiting for a train
And I's feeling nearly as faded as my jeans.
Richard thumbed a diesel down just before it rained,
It rode us all the way to New Orleans.

I pulled my harpoon out of my dirty red bandanna,
I was playing soft while Richard sang the blues.
Windshield wipers slapping time, I was holding Richard's's hand in mine,
We sang every song that driver knew.

Freedom's just another word for nothing left to lose,
Nothing don't mean nothing honey if it ain't free, now now.
And feeling good was easy, Lord, when he sang the blues,
You know feeling good was good enough for me,
Good enough for me and my Richard J. Ryan
.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

New Hobby

Before moving to San Fran I'm getting certified in this. Only 20 more hours to go! To all dudes and dudesses, this sport is radical!

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Our Prayer...

that Kristen meets a guy like this guy.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

San Francisco

Richard and I are slowly driving Uncle Joe mad. Richard and I are moving to San Francisco.
We can't afford an apartment so we have traded our RAV-4 for this. We'll be sure to wear some flowers in our hair.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Sooner than Later

Richard and I will heading out. In the meantime we will follow Uncle Joe's rules:

1. No crying (Extreme Make Over Home Edition)

2. No Laughing (Still Standing, America's Funniest Home Videos)

3. No talking

Always stay sweet,
Sweetheart

Wine and Food

Richard and I are having peanut butter and jelly (grape) sandwiches for lunch today. We are considering the following wines:

-Prosecco (a bubbly)
-Chablis (unoaked)
-Riesling (stunning as always, and from the Plafz}

Any other suggestions?

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Flying Saucepans

This has been hovering over 863 Falls of Clyde Loop, SE. I'm freaked out as is Richard.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

A New Cap

Since Richard lost his CNN Headlines News cap he has been wearing his New Zealand cap. People ask him "What part of New Zealand are you from?" Richard replies "What the hell are you talking about?"

Richard can be such an idiot at times.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Richard's New Look

Richard got a "buzz cut" yesterday. He no longer looks lile a homeless Viet Nam vet. But he does look like an extraterrestrial. Much like James.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

In Memoriam-Monica

Although I never met her, Richard told me what a strong, brilliant women she was. 2 lovely daughters and lovely grand kids.

Richard and I have a few more tears to shed.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Monica

With a little fairy dust and 2 clicks of my heels,
Monica may have many years ahead of her. And of course prayers from all of us.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Separated At Birth?

Cousin Tim and Matt Drudge.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Totem Pole

Uncle Joe had this installed in our front yard this morning. Our neighbors are a bit bummed, but I think the Chief is very cool. We will be putting lights on the Chief for Christmas. In the meantime we will be putting a dish on Chief's forehead. More channels baby!



Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Today I underwent a hip replacement. I should be back on all fours by the weekend.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

I can't see a damn thing so...

Richard and I are not going dancing.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

This should be fun!

Richard has accepted a job in San Francisco. Richard has no money or credit so we will be living in the car for a few months. We do have a lovely duvet and a great pillow so we will be quite comfortable. And we have flowers in our hair.



Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Coccyx

Richard took a hard spill on Uncle Joe's lawn today. Richard now has a butt crack.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

It's a Good Thing!

This is something we caught offshore.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

The Ninth Sense

I see cat people. Weird and freaky.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Driving!

by Jack Bruce
Driving in my car, smoking my cigar,
The only time I'm happy's when I play my guitar.
Singing in my yacht, what a lot I got,
Happiness is something that just cannot be bought.
I've been in and I'm out, I've been up and down,
I don't want to go until I've been all around.
What's it all about, anyone in doubt,
I don't want to go until I've found it all out.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Hiccups

Richard and I got the hiccups tonight. We still have the hiccups . What's up with that?

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

My New Hobby

This is my flight instructor. To all dudes and dudesses, radical baby!

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

This is Eddie Falcon, the newest member in our tribe. We are going out to the beach tonight for a test flight. Wish us luck.

Always stay stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Ballroom Dance

Richard and I have taken up a new pastime.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

These are a few of my favoriite things...

Uncle Joe, the sweetest guy on planet Earth, bought me 2 boxes of this. They have become my favorite treat. But, there is no milk nor bones. What's up with that?

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Dance of the Bumble Bee

This is how Richard dresses me for our morning walk. I scare many of our neighbors. FUN!!

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Future History

Richard and I have been discussing
"Future History". We wrap duct tape around our heads so our heads won't explode.

Always stay sweet,

Sweetheart

Our Favorite Guy

Paolo Conte

To Richard

Crazy

Always stay sweet.

Sweetheart