6 month summary and review

More than 6 months have passed since my last World of Crow post. It's hard to say where the time has gone. This post cannot fully document those forgotten events and photos. But, since this blog serves as my journal, here is an attempted summary.

April 2021 - food:

 As it ends up, Helen can really cook. Yep, the secret is out. She has excellent skills and even better instincts. Healthy food is much tastier than unhealthy food. Together, we have created some cooking masterpieces. No, nothing that will win awards, but lots of yummy, healthy, and pallet-satisfying meals created on our 60-year-old Hotpoint Range. Here is an example or two:

California: 

As soon as our vaccinations matured, we got on an airplane to California. It had been 14 months since I'd hugged my kid ... and her kids.

April snow:

Ya gotta love Kansas weather. Upon our return from California, we enjoyed an April Winter Wonderland.

May 2021 - Dad turns 95:

At 95, Dad does remarkably well ... thanks to the kind and gentle care he receives from Kathie, Susan, and especially Lynn. SACII came to town for a quiet celebration. A cigar seemed appropriate.

Arkansas golf: 

After missing 2020 due to COVID-19, our golfing group traveled to Bella Vista, Arkansas, for 5 days of golf and friendship. Play it where it lies, Brent.

Memorial Day:

June 2021 - Back to California:

Can't get enough of those grandkids.

(What is George doing?)

July 2021 - Andy and SACII visit:

The 4th of July brought Andy from Florida and SAC II from Springfield to visit Dad.

Knocked down, but not out:

Helen loves to reward the delivery people ... especially during COVID when we've relied on them so much. She places Peanut M&Ms on the front porch for them to take as they please. PROBLEM: Our yard is full of squirrels and THEY love the peanuts. After trying many (many) containers, Helen may have finally found a winner.

August - a visit from Grandkids:

Shortly after they left Kansas, Helen flew to California for more Grandchildren time.

September:

We have some time together before Helen returns to California again for even more Grandchildren time.

Tree trimming and removal:

Maybe cutting down the walnut tree will convince the squirrels to relocate?

There you have it ... a seven-month summary.