FAMILY

May Birthdays!!! Big month to celebrate...

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more gifts....

Happy Birthday!Both May birthdays
Isn't she lovely?
Brown bear playing - WILDLIFE SAFARI trip - thanks!

What is this Chase? A yak?

A true portrait

Zebra

eating lunch

tigers pacing

Photos taken on November 7th, 2009

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What happens to the Oregon coast after a early storm!

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We enjoyed our trip to visit Adam, Lizzy, Mason and Haley. It's is nice to be retired!

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Taking in the beauty of a sight seeing trip through Provo canyon!
Another stop and sucking in the beauty of fall colors in Provo canyon.

Close up photo of Adam & Lizzy.

Another view of Adam & Lizzy.

John & Liz

Weekend with Lane, Erin and Coop

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What a gorgeous day!! Otter Rock background

Old carpet - No baseboards - blahhh Beautiful new BASEBOARDS - Thanks Lane!!!

Beautiful day at Otter Rock

Otter Rock on Sunday.

Finally, out with the old carpet and in with the New Carpet!

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old carpet - master bedroom

old carpet circa 1994 - ugh! Good ridance to high-low carpet...

this was what came out of our house!

10 lb. memory pad being laid

New carpet in living area.

new carpet in guest bedroom.

Since Dec. 2001 we have anxiously anticipated the day when we would recarpet our home. Finally..... it's done. Dad did way too much with very little help but it is so worth it. Wish the pix showed the texture and feel of this gorgeous carpet.

Camping at Honeyman State Park

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Weekend camping get-away

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A wonderful camping weekend turning into a disaster averted. Camping at Honeyman State Park - car shows in Reedsport, fishing at Selcox Lake, trips to Florence for good old fashioned A&W Root beer floats, camp fires, resting, relaxing, watching all the off road 4 wheelers on the dunes, truck getting stuck requiring hours of man power and truck power to get it out of the soft sand only for us to catch a glimpse of him returning to the dunes the following day. The final meal of marinated sirloin steak, fried red potatoes and corn on the cob..... yummy! and then..... John taking too big a bite - 8 1/2 hours of wretching trying to free the meat from his throat, a trip at 2:30 a.m. to Florence hospital where all attempts to free the meat failed and finallly a surgical removal of the meat from his esophagus, hospital stay, follow up. Towing a trailer, never attempted before, generosity of strangers coming to my assistance in hooking up trailer and replacing stabilizer bar as it fell off several times during transit. Being frightened alone in a dark trailer in an empty parking loat of the hospital - freeeeeeezing! John's fine, hopefully learned not to eat big pieces of anything. Until the next time. What a weekend - the good, the bad, and the UGLY! Thanks to Ryan, Michelle and family who really helped ME out in my time of need dealing with the situation. I love and appreciate you coming all the way to Florence. Mom ( oh and forgetting a camera)

Our beloved companion passed away

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Buddy - 10/1995 - 7/1/2009 - Today our beloved faithful companion passed away. We were both present as he quietly slipped away from us. We have share tender moments of Buddy that made us cry, laugh and hold wonderful memories near our heart. His purpose in our life was to love us. He was with John at his feet daily in the office. He went everywhere with us. What joy he has brought to all our lives. Big brother Lane especially since he started by sharing his bed at night. Remember "tossing" doritos to him, he never missed. He is close to us in spirit. No other can ever replace this best friend. We celebrate his life and all he brought us. No words can express our gratitude for this little guy in our lives. We love you Bud - rest in peace! Mom and Dad

My very HAPPY Birthday!!!

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Happy birthday to ME as I turn 63! .... I had wonderful gifts and cards from my sons and daughters and grandchildren. I love you all. What more could an old woman want? Dad took me to a show, Star Trek which was fabulous and bought me a strawberry cake (very little left day after....) and gorgeous red roses. Isn't he wonderful? I just can't think of a better birthday, other than spending it actually with all four sons and families. TWO YEARS from May 23rd - please join us as I QUIT my job (at 65 - not one day older) ...... 5/23/11 and leave immediately for Oahu - North Shore AGAIN. That is my dream and hopefully will keep me going for another two years at mental health. LOVE YOU ALL. Good friends and great family.

Happy Mother's Day!

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Another stunning weekend

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Top of Cape Perpetua Day use park. Highest point of land from ocean. Amazing - you MUST view this pix bigger. It is unreal how high we are.

one of the rest stops at this very high scenic point. It was amazing.

Views of the Bay & Bridge

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Down on the South dock looking West

Saturday in Roseburg for Easter -

soccer & Piano recital!!! Our only pic of Alison was too dark,

no camera flashes allowed, sorry Ali.

Get it Chase - SCORE! (Chase in green in middle)

Chase is the star.... very intense - (middle in green)

watch him go! He scored 4 or 5 goals.

Cooper seemed a little bored.

Probably thinking about baseball! How many years?

We're at the " soccer game" starring Chase!!!

Cooper's not a big soccer fan - looked more at spectators.

Knitting friends

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Our friends Mike and Vickie came to visit a few days. We ate good snacks, meals, shopped and played cards together. Considering that Vickie's sister doesn't look too similar to her and I don't look too similar to my sister, funny how people always think we are sisters. Same hair, glasses, and our "must have" favorite tee shirts from Eddie Bauer. Vickie was teaching me how to knit dish cloths. Fun, huh???

Mason & Buddy

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Considering how frightened Mason was of Buddy when they first came to visit in October, then again in December. You can see they've become fast friends. Buddy loved to walk with Mason. Too cute!

Chrstmas cookie decorating

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Christmas time is one of our favorite times of the year with our children, their spouces and our grandchildren.

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Look, Santa did make a visit on Christmas Eve.

Your mother created the above collage of this past Christmas Holiday. Unfortunately Sean and his family were not able to attend, but our love is with him and all his family members.

Families are Eternal!

May God Bless our Family!

Your mother and your Nana has made so many Christmas Stockings for each member of the family throughout the years, and you can see a small portion of them hung near the window. We enjoy meeting with all our family members anytime we can get together and love each and everyone of our children, their spouces, and our grandchildren. Thank you all for the "Kodak Memories" and for building the Forsloff Family Traditions.

Love this time of the Christmas season and we wish you all a very Merry Christmas!

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Let's all have some fun this Christmas Holiday Season!!!

Winter is coming to the Oregon Coast...so much for Global Warming!

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Today is December 13, 2008 and we had a good Pre-Winter storm on the Oregon Coast last night. Today the waves were high and strong and you can see the clouds have much mositure. It was very cold when I was taking this video...44 degrees and the wind chill factor made it feel much colder. I love the Oregon Coast and the changing moods of the ocean.

Getting ready for the Christmas Holidays

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Mom always knocks herself out when it comes to decorating the tree, and with all the tree trimmings and her collection of the Walmart Annual Teddy Bears. This tree is beautiful! Yes, the tree is artifical with it's blinking white lights, and with it's colorful fiber optic stands always ever changing in color and intensity.

Let us all enjoy the Christmas Season this year and make this a Christmas to remember with family and friends, and in bringing Christmas to others. See ya!

Mom always likes to decorate the house when it comes to the Christmas Season. You can see the stockings are hung (just the two of us now), and her Christmas Bears are out. Guess one of the bears is the Mama Bear and one is Papa Bear? We are looking forward to spending our time together as a family. We love you all and we feel very blessed!!!

What a great way to spend Thanksgiving!

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We were fortuante this Thanksgiving to have been invited to share a gorgeous hideaway home in the woods with Erin and Lane and Andy and Marcia Oshita. The setting in Alleghany (23 miles outside of Coos Bay, Oregon) was just simply beautiful. Fall colors...trees, waterfalls, natural settings...tucked away from civilization. What a treat to getaway and share Thanksgiving blessings with people we love. Enjoying baby Cooper was a side benefit. The first slide shows are of the house we all stayed at. The house was unbelieveable in design. Really large beams and several types of lumber used in construction of this unique house. We all really enjoyed each other and had a sumptuous Thanksgiving meal.

The second slide show is our walk to the Silver and Gold Falls and the beautiful surroundings.

SILVER FALLS VIDEO

GOLDEN FALLS VIDEO

Work continues on the guest bathroom

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New black mirror replaced the medicine cabinet.

Soft sage painted walls. New towels. Green/ blue multi-color shower curtain.

Shower curtain - newly painted cabinet -

black satin w/ brushed nickel hardware

Another view (standing in the shower) Obviously next project

is finding a new sink/top replacement. Note the new hardware!!!

Sunday 'joy-ride' on the coast... such a nice day!

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Finally, no bright yellow guest room.

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John worked hard painting our ugly bright yellow faux finished walls in the spare guestroom. We picked the same soft sage color Michelle and Ryan have in their home. New white panel curtains finish off the new look for visitors. Need to find LARGE white lamps for proportion - soon! Now John will soon tackle the spare bath with sage satin paint.

Chase is a "Superstar" and we love to watch him play!

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Soccer season is over, and this video was taken a couple of weeks ago on a trip to Roseburg. We visited with Lane, Erin and little Cooper. Also visited with Ryan, Michelle, Alison, Chase and little Evan. It's great to be together with family members.

Chase is most like his father...loves those cars!

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As a grandfather, I must confess that I have helped Chase in some small ways by adding a few cars to his collection. I see the great joy that comes to him in his car collection passion. I always say to Chase that we should give some of his car collection to those less fortunate, but he's not ready to do that yet. Love you Chase!

Lane, Erin and Cooper come to Newport

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Mason and little Cooper are getting to know each other!

Erin, Lane and Cooper are visiting Liz just shortly after her back operation. This photo was taken just prior to attending church. Always great to have them come and visit.

We love all of our sons, their spouces, our grandchildren and seeing our family unit grow!

Michelle, Alison, Chase and Evan visit in Corvallis

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Liz had to make a trip to Corvallis this last week to the doctor and while Adam and his family were visiting, we were able to get together with Michelle, Alison, Chase and Evan and meet up at a pizza restaurant. We all had good food (thanks to Adam), and the children had a chance to share good times in the play area. Michelle has many more great photos posted on her blog site then I was able to take. Check out her blog site.

Adam and family visit Newport, Oregon

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We enjoyed the past week with Adam, Liz, Mason and Haley and hated to see them go. They are so much fun to be with and we do not get to see them as much as we would lke to. Wish they lived closer to us!

Weekend with Nana and Papa

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Nana signs to Cooper...not to bad!

Cooper is encouraged to smile to his Nana.!

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Ok, I know, I know but just look at this furniture. It was meant for us! This is it - I promise. This will go to our Residential Care facility with us..... love you - mama

it's a slow weekend.....

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So I got my hair cut. I really like it and by next couple of haircuts it will actually be the desired look. Some of my sons have been known to say my hair has always been the same. This is pretty different.

You know it's a slow day when you find yourself taking an action video of the saltwater fish tank. but then again John has waited a long time to get this tank. There are eight fish and the Yellow Tang is one of the favorites. Eight fish in a 40 gallon tank...SWEET.

Hope you enjoy this video as much as we find ourselves watching them.

Weekend with Mike and Vickie

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Fun with friends

Wild rides in their convertible with the top down, shopping at the mall, licorice ice cream, playing hand and foot until the wee hours. We love you guys.

Our Saturday trip south on the coast

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Seal Rock south of Newport.

Wading at Seal Rock beachView from property Michelle's Aunt

and Uncle own in Yachats.

Right below property in Yachats.

Watching the waves crash!!!

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Alison and Chase building their sand valcano at Honeyman State Park
They love to play in the water.Sandy mud-pie anyone?

Trip to Roseburg just for Saturday & return on Sunday.

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Ryan and Evan pose for this photo.

Looks like John got more paint on his face, hair (at least his hair is a little darker), and shirt then he did on Ryan's newly painted Bonus Room! Nice weekend overall!

Chase rides his bike with no training wheels!

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Cooper has beautiful blue eyes!

Cooper talks to his Nana!

Cooper is getting to know better his Nana.

Trip last weekend to Roseburg

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We just arrived in time to Roseburg and got see see Chase and Alison in a performance of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. They were great in their performance and received awards at the end of the performance.

Chase is in the back row, second from the left.

A very nice performance by all, and thanks to those who made it possible.

On the way back to Newport, we got some of these photos.

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Camping trip at Winchester Bay

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Night view.

This little motor is what turns the big light below on some special rollers 7/24.

Alison is up in the tower right near the light that is turning. The lamp that is on is only a 1000 watts, with a spare off to the right side of the one on.
Inside the lighthouse looking straight up. Everything has been completely refurbished.
You can see one light is always on and the other (right of the one that is on) is just a spare.

Full frontal view of Umpqua Lighthouse - Winchester Bay, Oregon

Outside view looking up.

Chase and Alison pose inside the refurbished lighthouse. Enlarge the photo and look at brass sign above Chase and Alison for some history of the lighthouse.

Outside view of the Umpqua Lighthouse, 65' tall. The lightouse signal broadcasts it's light out up to 19 miles out to sea. There is only a 1000 watt bulb, but because of how light is transfered through special optics is just why those out at sea can see and know which lightouse they are seeing for bearings.

Our tour guide takes us on a tour of the Umpqua Ligthouse located at Winchester Bay, Oregon

Michelle brings the family from Roseburg to visit for the day, except for Ryan. Evan was not ready for this photo.

Alison and Chase relax a little after coming from Roseburg, Oregon

Our campsite at Winchester Bay, Oregon this past weekend.

Just a few of the reasons why we love the Oregon Coast

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The sign tells the story

Elevation

View North from Cape Foulweather

View South from Cape Foulweather

View from Otter Crest of Otter Rock
View Otter Crest Inn from Otter Crest
Surfers

Dad and I went out for a ride along the ocean Saturday. We had never stopped at Cape Foulweather. Winter experiences wind gusts to 100 mph. 500 ft elevation from ocean way down below us. Beautiful sunny day and the water was turquoise and you could actually see the rocks and reflections in the bottom of the ocean near the shore. We then went to Otter Crest where there is a huge rock out in the ocean (is in the temple movie where it shows ocean scenes, filmed in Oregon) This is where we saw the most amazing surfers out in the water. Enjoy the scenes from the beautiful Oregon Coast. We need to picnic here. ENLARGE THESE AND LOOK AT THE REAL OREGON COAST BEAUTY.

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Erin has to sit down for awhile on the Yaquina Bridge!

Erin gives Lane a kiss before the fireworks. They are creating their own fireworks!

Taken on the 4th of July 2008 - Yaquina Bridge / Newport, Oregon

John, Lane & Erin were together on the bridge and this video was nearing the end of the fireworks for the evening.

Think about this as you celebrate the 4th of July. (VIEW)

Nana and Baby Cooper

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"Little Duke" looks on as if to give approval! He is even covered up in a blanket. A real dogs life!

Buddy is just taking a long deserved rest from a hard day. Guess who is our real baby...answer: Little Buddy?

Nothing better than a good bath and a clean and happy Cooper!

Really, Cooper does love his Nana, I think? Lane, Erin and Cooper have paid us a visit this weekend. Lane has a little vacation time (must be nice!).

New visitors to the Forsloff's

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We have some visitors who decided to stay at least for the summer and made a nest!

Alison and Dad at Alison's baptism.

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It's great to get together as a family for the baptismal services of Alison. Look at little Chase who loves his sister.

Liz and I now have 10 grandchildren and now being seniors have been truly blessed through the years.

What a neat baptismal service. Alison just reach the age of 8 years old and was baptised by her father. Liz Forsloff (Adam's wife) gave a talk on baptism, and Liz Forsloff (her nana) gave a talk on the Holy Ghost. Marsha Oshita and auntie Erin did a song at her baptism. We are all proud of you Alison.

Recent Camping Trips - Oregon Coast

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Beachside State Park (just south of Waldport, OR) - It was our first camping experience this year. It was a little cold and windy. It's nice to get away and just relax. We watched all of Season 3 of "The Office" and did some reading.

Beverly Beach (just 6 miles north of our home in Newport, OR). Here is a neighboring camper from Idaho, and their dog "Little Maxx" - a 13 week old black cocker Spaniel. Buddy just seems to not really care abou Maxx. Temperature got up to around 90 degrees - really hot for the Oregon coast.

Here is our campsite with full hook-up services (with cable TV). Beverly Beach is one of the best camp sites along the coast.

Idaho Trip - June 2008

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After our visit to Twin Falls, Idaho - we traveled north to Meridan, Idaho to visit with our good friends - Mike and Vickie. Her NEW car!!!

Home of friends Robert and Kathi - Twin Falls, Idaho

While in Idaho we stopped for a brief visit to one of our favorite places, Shoshone Falls, Twin Falls, Idaho.

Kortnie graduates Jerome High School - May 2008

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What a neet experience to see her advance in life. Just getting together with Sean and his family was a real treasured experience. Continue to make good choices Kortnie. Have a great summer. We love you and your family.

The Family - Thanksgiving 2007

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We have much to be thankful for!

We truly have been blessed!

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Our recent weekend with sons Adam, Ryan and Lane and their families was special due to baby Cooper's blessing and little Alison's baptism. We can't think of a better way to spend a long weekend than these special events and especially with FAMILY.