Taking a break

As you could probably tell from my lack of posts, I am in need of a break. I can't do everything I have to do and maintain this blog with any semblance of consistency. I hope to be back at it before the end of the summer!

Ladies Tea

We had our annual Ladies Tea today and it was so nice to sit down with no whining children or other demands and just enjoy the company of friends, new and old. Lois was responsible for setting our table and she did a beautiful job. It looked very festive...complete with candles, chocolate, and a keepsake for each of us to take home to remember the occasion. :)

High bar on wheels

It's one of Moscow's claims to fame, a gymnast on the high bar. What makes this so special? Well, the high bar is mounted to a semi truck which is in motion driving down the road. They have had this feature for a few years now in our parades. It is an entry from Palouse Empire Gymnastics and is a definite crowd pleaser. This young lady did about 3 minutes of spinning and stunts as the truck moved along the parade route before taking a break to go again. It is an awesome sight.

Cast your ballot 2008!

Election day here in the USA! Voters were flocking to the polls for what is sure to be the largest voter turnout in our history. No matter how it ends, it will be a historic day for our country. This morning bright and early my husband and oldest son went to the polls...they waited a little over an hour to cast their votes. Two hours later, I was able to go right in with no waiting which was nice since it was rainowing outside...that's my new word for rain/snow!

Pulling wagons

This pair of Draft Horses was wonderful to see at the parade. I loved the marching bands and all the other excitement, but these huge horses have always held special appeal to me. Each year in Sandpoint, Idaho there is the Idaho State Draft Horse and Mule International Show. You can actually bid on one of these magnificent animals and take them home with you. I can't imagine the amount of food they would require daily, but I do know how much work they would be!

Colorful with a message

Another of the parade participants, this time the Gay Straight Alliance at U of I made their presence known. I loved their colorful banner and they were smiling, waving, and carrying signs with various messages for acceptance and pride. I was unsure what a Gay Straight Alliance was, but curious enough to Google it, and found that the GSA educates against discrimination based on sexual orientation as well as supporting equality in human rights and preserving dignity.

Dalmatian Fire Dog

Parades are great for the local civil services to polish up the vehicles, give the dog a bath, and go out in full regalia to strut their stuff. This ladder engine was my sons favorite thing, especially when he saw the dalmatian riding inside. If I had been thinking about it, I would have asked the firefighter what the dogs name was.

The mighty blue and white

At yesterdays parade I enjoyed seeing all the local area high school marching bands and cheerleaders. These are the Greyhounds of Pullman High School who are currently 6-1 in football.

Tuba Pomp

This morning we decided to get up early and see if we could find any yard sales. This late in the year they are becoming scarce as everyone would much rather head into town for a hot mocha than stand in the cold selling their excess knick knacks. We did find a few though, and then went downtown just in time to watch the University of Idaho Homecoming Parade. The marching bands are always one of my favorites...especially when I am standing 2 feet away as they pass by and can feel the music pounding through my body. My youngest son enjoyed the mornings festivities and was happy to run into the parade route down Main St to collect all the candy that was being tossed out. Tonight the Vandals play the New Mexico State Aggies. Go Vandals!