Home of Fish Lines, by Lila Fish

JUNE 30, 2005
 Where does all the time go?  Didn't we just get back from Chicago?  Tuesday Night was Family night, and we had a good time! Carrie couldn't make it - but she is just about finished with school-hooray!  Dr. Fish!  So Chris got to open the baby gift we brought back from Chicago.  Sarah opened hers .  They were both identical 'Bears with Blankees", and of course will be put away until the babies arrive!  
 Wednesday, we took Angie's money for Kitty-sitting to Fran's and she gave me some Zuchinni.  We had a nice visit with her cousin and sister, as well.  David called and so we had him over for dinner which was soo-o nice!  And tonight Rob is coming over for dinner which will be a cook-out.   David and friends have been invited over on the 4th for a Fourth of July Cook-out, so now we are waiting to hear if they are coming.

JUNE 27, 2005
 We just got back from Chicago, where we had such a nice time.  I had never been there, so Linc took me there for my Birthday.  Of course, Rob rode with us as we had made plans for him and Margaret to show us the sights.  Never mind that we were stuck  on I70 going there with a lot of construction,  so we decided to come home by way of I80, and guess what, more construction and traffic!  So we cut across on Rt. 30 to Rt.33, and while it took a bit longer than normal, at least it was a pleasant ride.  But, Linc and I met Margaret's two daughters, Cassandra and Stefannie, who are just as nice as Margaret is, making the whole trip more enjoyable!
   After arriving at the Marriott Suites on Thursday Night, we met Margaret at Giardanos Restaurant. (Margaret's daughter, Cassandra also joined us there.)  Margaret had already ordered the Pizza's so we did not have to wait long for dinner.  They have a deep dish pizza, the likes of which I have never seen.  It must have been at least 3 inches deep and was so-o-o good!  Margaret gave me a beautiful arrangement of Orchids ( which, of course I am still enjoying) and then further surprised me with a Birthday Cake.  It was a beautiful evening with wonderful people!
 On Friday, we walked around town, seeing the sights.  (OK, they all walked while I was pushed in the wheelchair!)  Then we went to Billy Goat Tavern for lunch.  This was an old, old restaurant, famous for it's Cheeseborgers and yes, that's how they spelled it.   "No Fries, just Chips", said their sign.  Anyway, it was a lot of fun!  And the restaurant was under the Ell. Very eerie!  From there everyone (but me) walked over to take the Boat Cruise.  It was kind of hot, but Linc and I and Phil did get to sit where it was shady at least most of the time. Margaret and Rob were in the sun, I'm afraid.  But the boat trip was very interesting.  It was a guided tour with all the buildings we saw talked about.  Then we went through the locks and out on Lake Michigan for a bit before returning through the locks and hearing more about the buildings.  Of course we had dinner that evening - this time at Miller's Pub in Wabash, where we all ate different entrees - mine being a delicious Prime Rib.  I'll say this for the food in Chicago - it's good!!
 On Saturday, Linc and I went shopping at Von Maur's (Very Pricey) for Baby Gifts. Then back to the Motel where we met Rob and Margaret and went for lunch at Portillo's, another fun place - famous for their hot dogs, but Linc and I had Italian Sausage sandwiches. Yummy!
 From there it was off to the Flower Shop in a hospital where Margaret is the Manager of a beautiful and large operation.  Next.  it was off to the Navy Pier, where we a sumptuous dinner at Joe's B-Bop Cafe`, compliments of Rob. After dinner we went to the Chicago Store where I bought a few souvenirs.  From there we went to the Theater where Rob and Margaret had purchased tickets to a Musical Production of Romeo and Juliet for my Birthday.  It was truly a funny production, subtitled, "The People vs. Friar Laurence, The Man Who Killed Romeo and Juliet."  Go see it if you can!  We stayed around for the Fireworks as the fog rolled in from the lake.
 On Sunday we all, Phillip, Stefannie, Cassandra, Margaret, Rob, Linc and I, went to the Millenium Park down town where we strolled around, with some of our group splashing in the fountain.  (There were lots of other children running around and enjoying the water!)  From there we 'did' The Taste of Chicago, which is in its 25th year, and consisted of miles and miles (or so it seemed) of food vendors selling everything from Chocolate Covered Bananas on a stick to Pickles on a Stick.  We had some shrimp that was delicious as well as cheesecake and ice cream.  Others in our gang with more expansive appetites, ate from one end to the other and back to the beginning again!!  We went back to the Motel for much needed naps.  Later it was off to Sweet Tomatoes for the most delicious salads, pastas, breads and desserts.  Just what we needed after all that heavy eating earlier. From there, we went back to the motel where Rob, Margaret and Phillip went for a refreshing swim in the combination Indoor-Outdoor Pool.
 Monday Morning we met for breakfast in the Pancake House, said our good-bye to Margaret and  left for the long trip home.  And reading over all of this, I think it is safe to say tasted our way through all of Chicago, not just during the official "Taste of Chicago!"
 A special Thank You to Margaret and to Rob for a wonderful long weekend, filled to the brim with interesting things to do (and eat!)

JUNE 21, 2005
 Happy Birthday to Me!  Yes, would you believe that I am another year older today---the longest day of the year, of course!  Thank you, everyone who remembered and sent a card, called or E-mailed.  My day was full of pleasant surprises, culminating with a lovely cook-out at Rob's with some of the grandchildren.  Those who couldn't make it called, and so everything about today was wonderful!  Linc and I just got home, and I am ready for bed but wanted to take the time to thank everyone before calling it a day!  Thank you, All.

JUNE 19,2005
 This is one of the happiest days of my life!  Rob, Brian, David, Chris, Carrie, Dad and myself were invited to TJ & Sarah's for a Father's Day Celebration.  Imagine my surprise when I saw all the Birthday Banners and crepe paper streamers!!  It was also a Birthday Party for me! (The real date of my 75th is Tuesday, but Chris and Carrie can't be there.)
  And my gifts were Wool, in pretty pastel green, yellow and blue from Sarah and TJ,  and  a Grandmother's Book from Carrie and Chris!  And yes, both couples are pregnant and 'expecting' within days of each other!!  And yes, Linc and I will be Great Grandparents!!  I am so happy!!  And so-o-o glad we moved back to Ohio!!  The girls and I now have so  much shopping to do!!
  We all had a fun Brunch. Father's Day cards were given out, and Chris and Carrie, who knew of Sarah and TJ's good news, gave Sarah some special pillows for when she 'balloons'  out a little.  
 I know there is probably lots more to write about, but Rob and Brian are on their way down to show "B" our new 'digs' and then it's back to California for him.

JUNE 17,2005
 Last night was Family Night at Rob's.  There were 9 of us there.  Brian, of course, has flown in from Calif. to be in a wedding on Saturday.  He looks great and is happy with his new job. Carrie only has a few weeks to go of her Internship, but she is still working hard. Chris is nursing a sore foot, compliments of Soccer,  And Sarah managed to bring TJ, which added to the festivities!  The Banana Pudding I made was a big hit, and there was no Pasta left after we gave David some to take back to his apartment.  On the whole, it was a fun night out and we stayed longer than usual.
 I received the nicest  E-mail from Edie and Neil at the lake today.  Neil's cancer is in remission. Hooray for him!   As much as I am enjoying the close proximity of the family, here, I surely do miss our friends at the Lake!
 And what a nice surprise - Grand daughter, Katie just called from Salt Lake City.  She sounds happy, which of course, makes me happy, too.  She is getting her Master's Degree in Education and says that Dave will resume his college education in the fall.  Katie seems to really enjoy living in Salt Lake City!  We are happy for her, but of course, miss her terribly!
  Today was a lazy day, although it looks as though we have wasps coming into the condo. We've gotten rid of three of them so far, but can't seem to find where they are coming in. Linc bought some bug killer today, but since we really don't know where they are coming from...   A package came from daughter, Carol today along with Father's Day and Birthday cards. Linc and I haven't decided whether to open the gift on Father's Day or wait for my birthday.  Will let you know what it is when we open it!

JUNE 15,2005
 Yesterday was Flag Day.  I can remember when I was a child, seeing all the flags flying, and my grandfather telling me that they were in his honor because it was his birthday!  And of course, I believed him for many years!  So, although he has been gone these many, many years, I always think of him on Flag Day.  Happy Birthday, Grampa!
 And we got another pleasant surprise last night- David came over to dinner.  His 'roomies' have all taken off for various places and he somehow remembered that Rob was coming over,  so called and asked if he could come, as well.  The 5 of us had a pleasant (and delicious, of course) dinner together and I sent David back to his apartment with his dinner for tonight.  Brian is coming in on Thursday morning (I thought he was coming in yesterday) and  we will have our Family Night that night, at Rob's.
  Linc and I will go out and about later, and I guess that's all for today!

JUNE 14,2005
 I subbed at Bunko again last night and won another $20.  Such fun!  Linc is downstairs, painting the cement walls of the basement white to make it lighter down there.  He has already put in more lights and outlets.  I am having a workshop in August so we are slowly getting the downstairs ready.
  The shirts we bought him yesterday are too big, so when he is finished we will go exchange them.  Then Rob is coming over for dinner tonight.
 Aside from that, it is hot out, and there's not much else to write about.

JUNE 13,2005
   Such a pleasant surprise we just had, although it was all too brief- Bill and Tee stopped in to say 'hi' on their way to Columbus to Tee's brother's.  It was so good to see them.  We haven't seen them since last February at Myrtle Beach.  Tee has not been well, but is beginning to get back to normal and looks good.  Bill always looks good!
 We had a nice week-end--- Margaret was in from Chicago to do a wedding, and so we took a ride over there on Friday. (I wrapped stems for her!)  She does such nice work!  Then Saturday night they came down for dinner and then the 4 of us went to the movies.  A very enjoyable evening!  I wish there were some way the two of them could get together permanently, but at present I guess there are just too many obstacles in their way!  Hopefully they will figure out something, as we have become very fond of Margaret.
 Tonight I sub at Bunko, and I believe that tomorrow, grandson, "B" is flying in from California to be in a wedding on Saturday.  I know he has  duties for the wedding, but hopefully we will see a lot of him before he flies back on Sunday!
 Oh, and Rob fixed my Eudora! Hooray!  I do enjoy my E-mail!

JUNE 9,2005
 It is hot out!  I haven't been out all day.  Pawn and her friend are here, cleaning the house, and I hope they are cool enough!  She brought some beautiful vegetables from her garden which we will be enjoying this week:  lettuce, asparagus, broccoli and lots of strawberries.  I don't really like strawberries, but Linc does, and I'm sure the rest of the family does, so I am just cleaning them and then freezing them on a cookie sheet until I can bag them, then Linc or whoever can just pour out enough to enjoy.
 My Eudora E-mail service is down and I don't know how to fix it, but Rob is coming over tonight and I am sure he will figure it out!  It's nice to have a Computer Guru in the family! Linc doesn't like anything about the computer, so I am stuck until Rob gets here.
 

JUNE 7, 2005
 I  can't believe how fast time flies around here.  I swear it was only yesterday that I entered May 30th news here!!  But then, life in Ohio is rather dull at times, and there really isn't much to write about!  However, Linc finally got his Hearing Aids yesterday.  He's still not sure that they are something he really needs.  I guess only time will tell.  We are due to go back in 2 weeks, so maybe he'll know by then.   Tonight is Family Night and it is at Rob's so we will haul everything in.  I made a big casserole of Spaghetti, Mozzerella Cheese, Chicken and sauce.  Hope it tastes good!  Then I baked a Blueberry Pie, and of course, we have the usual salad and bread.  Also some cucumbers as Chris really enjoys them. David wrote that Caroline won't be able to make it, as she has to work.  I do hope that Carrie can come, too, since we will be at Rob's.  She 'only' has this month of June to get through and she will finally be finished at OSU.  I don't think that Dr. Fish has decided where she will work yet, and Chris says that she will take at least a month to relax before finding a job.  Good for her!! Chris is having a big party for her early in July.
  We had a guy come look at our sky light and the windows on the porch and are going to have a film put on them, which will cut down on the heat in here.  At least I hope so, as it is nearly 94 outside and even with the 'air' on, it is warm in here!
 Guess that's all for now.
   

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