Labor Day Weekend Fun!

Hello All! Just a quick note and some great pictures to share with everybody. Chris and I just got back from an ITV conferene in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. When we heard the conference was going to be in Idaho, we thought what the heck is in Idaho except potatoes?!?!

Low an behold, we were in the heart of a beautiful mountainous lake area. The lake was 25 miles long and absolutely breathtaking! The sunrise over the mountain was beautiful and we had 2 wonderful sunset dinner cruises.

Just wanted to share with everybody! Love to y'all!

BRING ON FALL!

With summer fading as we get into September, we begin my favorite part of the year. The time when we all think of the fun we had in the summer the things we want to do before winter and most of all the Thanks we give for everything. I love to count my blessings and Thank God for all because when I do nothing seems to overwhelming. So as the nights get cooler(they do in Florida too, don't they) and the mosquitoes freeze(yeah) remember to say your "Thank You" and "I Love You" it is the best medicine ever used. With a spring in your step, a smile on your face, and a laugh in your heart take a walk and enjoy the fall, for like kids it will be gone before you know it and the new season will come -ready or not. Have a great day everyone! Julie

is this thing on?

Greetings fellow family members! I THINK I might actually have a moment to blog and catch you up on the happenings around the Windsor Street Weindl's, I mean, Reindl's! (Even when typing, I cannot speak right!)

Things are EXTREMELY quiet here today, Labor Day. We took Nick back to Milwaukee to his humble abode last Thursday, and we moved Josh into the dorms at UW-Milwaukee on that same day as well...

and I am sad. :(

But they, THEY are doing really well, so I am HAPPY about that!

Although, I think we will always refer to August 30th as "the day the music died" at 317 Windsor Street, because after four LONG years of nothing but live music by various bandmates streaming from these walls and out onto the streets and into Peter's yard...

it is quiet...

TOO quiet.

(Even Meaghan is gone this weekend, up north camping with her friend, Laura.) It's just Joey, Vince and I...a sign of the times to come, I know, but we all agree we have to take up instruments now and get us some gigs!!!

Anyway, I will give you Nick's new address in case you want to ever write him or stop in...he LOVES company. Nick Reindl 2707 N. Oakland Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53211
His email address is nvreindl@uwm.edu and his cell phone is 608-513-0928.

Josh's new address (he lives about 6 blocks from Nick) is: Josh Reindl 3400 N. Maryland Ave.
Sandburg Hall - Box 1836 Milwaukee, WI 53211
His email address is jhreindl@uwm.edu and his cell phone is 608-444-7253

We are VERY excited about Josh's first 24 hours in the dorms, as we found out one of his suitemates brought and plays a stand-up bass, but he also secured himself a job at Jimmy John's sub shop! We think Josh is going to be just fine!

Well, enough for now because as you know, I could blog on, and on, and on, and on, and on...
and on, and on, and on, and on, and on, and on, and on...

I'm sure you will all remember but don't forget to call your mom and dad (or grandma and grandpa) and wish them a Happy Anniversary today! I think it's #52, isn't it!!?? It's amazing, that's for sure!! I think I can hear them celebrating and whooping it up all the way down here...I better go and see what's happening!

love to you all,

HERE COMES FALL!

Well it is time for the Walworth County Fair so that is our official end of summer. I went with Beth yesterday and had a great time sharing treats and viewing exhibits. We had great weather and they managed to get the standing water drained so no mud holes. I must say it was very enjoyable. Now for the day after, my feet are having a hangover. I will be enjoying the sounds and smells of the fair from home today which is just fine with me. As I check out my summer accomplishments I must say I/Ed was very productive this summer. I start the project and Ed finishes it. We painted the living room/entry/hall less the trim. We are going to replace some of the trim so we are painting as we go. We got our new retaining wall done, which only required $$ and not our labor, and we cap it off with trips over to the fair for music and food. Tonight it is the Beach Boys and Ed and Amy will take in that concert. Ed has been on vacation all week and has enjoyed may hours of sawdust and a few of mowing. Otherwise it is ER, and Bonanza when he takes a break. So hope you have all had a great summer and have an even better fall. For those going back to school good luck with all the new opportunities. Never let a good opportunity pass you by. Brenda started school last week and it seems to be just the perfect choice for her as she has already found a job in an Assisted Living Home. She is going to Gateway for her CNA and is getting her CBRF for her Assisted living job. Thing always seem to happen for a reason. She was abruptly done with her job on a Tuesday and within 24 hours had 2 new ones. God sure was taking care of her and for that I am grateful. So may you all have the hand of God on your shoulder as you proceed into the fall and for those of you having babies may God have his hand on your belly also. Lets here summer and back to school stories, etc. Julie

O' Happy Days!

Happy birthday Grandma & Meaghan! It was a beautiful sunny Sunday to be celebrating your birthdays! We hope you had a wonderful day!

And a HAPPY ANNIVERSARY to Mom & Dad! Tomorrow will be 30 years. It's not going to be 96 degrees in the shade, but it's going to be just as sunny! Your 30 years have shaped Amy, Greg, Brenda & I into who we are, and we are so blessed to have you. (Not to mention the countless rootbeer float bars and whoopie pies our friends consumed in their times of needs too!)

We love you and wish you a superb anniversary! XOXOXO!