Proof Richard can be handy!
Tuesday, May 16, 2006
Sunday, May 14, 2006
Robbery on Mothers Day!
Those dirty bastards! I am mad at myself too. I spent approximately $115 on items to create a Martini Basket for the NWAHU Auction benefiting ChildHaven. After a day of orgainizing the Auction baskets, etc.. Saturday, I left my basket contents the trunk of my car. (OK... thats the part I am mad at myself for.) Everything was in my trunk and I always lock my doors, however it has been warm lately and I left my windows down about an inch, inch and 1/2 maybe. Tiffany thinks that may have been how the robber got in, I don't know. What I do know, stolen are;
1 large basket $3.00
1 bottle of Greys Vodka $35.00
1 bottle of Vermouth $3.25
1 pkg of rim sugar and 5 bottles of mixer $16.31
1 jar Harry and davids onions $5.95
1 jar Harry and Davids cocktail olives $5.95
1 tea towel with a martini glass and recipe design $2.15
2 bar equipment, strainer, stirring spoon $10.86
1 Mikasa silver cocktail skewers & holder $16.31
1 Ultimate Martini book & magnet- Borders $11.64
1 jigger $4.30
-Also stolen; My car registration and envelope of sales papers.
My gas door is bent slightly too.
Genn had CD's in the car, I don't know if any were stolen, she is in California so I'll have to wait for her to get home. They did not steal the box containing the martini glasses and shaker, or the gift certs, tickets etc... contained in the Auction binders - THANK YOU JESUS! - If that had been stolen too.. I think I would have had a nervous breakdown. I don't know why items were left behind but.... thank you, thank you, thank you!
I've learned my lesson.... no more leaving things in the car. Again - Dirty Bastards, on Mother's Day no less, and for a fundraiser!
1 large basket $3.00
1 bottle of Greys Vodka $35.00
1 bottle of Vermouth $3.25
1 pkg of rim sugar and 5 bottles of mixer $16.31
1 jar Harry and davids onions $5.95
1 jar Harry and Davids cocktail olives $5.95
1 tea towel with a martini glass and recipe design $2.15
2 bar equipment, strainer, stirring spoon $10.86
1 Mikasa silver cocktail skewers & holder $16.31
1 Ultimate Martini book & magnet- Borders $11.64
1 jigger $4.30
-Also stolen; My car registration and envelope of sales papers.
My gas door is bent slightly too.
Genn had CD's in the car, I don't know if any were stolen, she is in California so I'll have to wait for her to get home. They did not steal the box containing the martini glasses and shaker, or the gift certs, tickets etc... contained in the Auction binders - THANK YOU JESUS! - If that had been stolen too.. I think I would have had a nervous breakdown. I don't know why items were left behind but.... thank you, thank you, thank you!
I've learned my lesson.... no more leaving things in the car. Again - Dirty Bastards, on Mother's Day no less, and for a fundraiser!
Sunday, April 30, 2006
Please Pray for John Hickel
John is fighting colon cancer.
Again, I say to you, if two of you agree on earth about anything for which they are to pray, it shall be granted to them by my heavenly Father. For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them".
(Matthew 18:18-20)
O Lord, holy Father, creator of the universe, author of its laws, you can bring the dead back to life, and heal those who are sick. We pray for our sick brother that he may feel your hand upon him, renewing his body and refreshing his soul. Show to him the affection in which you hold all your creatures.
- Dimma, a seventh century Irish monk
Most Holy Apostle, St. Jude Thaddeus, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the name of the traitor who delivered your beloved Master into the hands of his enemies has caused you to be forgotten by many. But the Church honors you, and I invoke you as the special advocate of those who are in trouble and almost without hope. Help me to realize that through our faith we triumph over life's difficulties by the power of Jesus who loved us and gave his life for us. Come to the Hickel family's assistance that they may receive the consolation and succor of heaven in all of their needs, trials, and sufferings, particularly John Hickel, please heal him of Cancer, restore his health, that they may praise God with you and all the saints forever.
St. Jude, apostle of the Word of God, pray for us. St. Jude, follower of the Son of God, pray for us. St. Jude, preacher of the love of God, pray for us.St. Jude, intercessor before God, pray for us. St. Jude, friend of all in need, pray for us. St. Jude, pray for us, and for all who invoke your aid.
O Lord, holy Father, creator of the universe, author of its laws, you can bring the dead back to life, and heal those who are sick. We pray for our sick brother that he may feel your hand upon him, renewing his body and refreshing his soul. Show to him the affection in which you hold all your creatures.
- Dimma, a seventh century Irish monk
Most Holy Apostle, St. Jude Thaddeus, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the name of the traitor who delivered your beloved Master into the hands of his enemies has caused you to be forgotten by many. But the Church honors you, and I invoke you as the special advocate of those who are in trouble and almost without hope. Help me to realize that through our faith we triumph over life's difficulties by the power of Jesus who loved us and gave his life for us. Come to the Hickel family's assistance that they may receive the consolation and succor of heaven in all of their needs, trials, and sufferings, particularly John Hickel, please heal him of Cancer, restore his health, that they may praise God with you and all the saints forever.
St. Jude, apostle of the Word of God, pray for us. St. Jude, follower of the Son of God, pray for us. St. Jude, preacher of the love of God, pray for us.St. Jude, intercessor before God, pray for us. St. Jude, friend of all in need, pray for us. St. Jude, pray for us, and for all who invoke your aid.
Sunday, April 16, 2006
Afternoon Easter Egg Hunting - Image Post
Kaidra, Sam & Genn
Uncle Bob 
Grammy & Grandpa
Barbara, Tiffany and Earl
Ayla had a fever and was not feeling well. Below:The spectators; giving advise from the sidelines.
Ayla had a fever and was not feeling well. Below:The spectators; giving advise from the sidelines.
Saturday, April 08, 2006
Headline News: Tiffany Martineau turns 18!
Tiffany and Earl - Very cute!
Yummy! Benihana's --- Dad says hurry up and take the picture, he needs to get back to his dinner!
Happy 18th Birthday Tiffany!
Love Mum :-) & Daddio
P.S. Please note: When you are old, tipping your head way back in pictures does not hide a double chin! - It just makes you look like an idiot.
Saturday, March 25, 2006
Shelli's Honeymoon
As you all ((hopefully)) know Shelli and Ben are getting married on May 28th, 2006. It will be a very small ceremony with just our immediate families because we're going to PARIS!! YAY! We will be staying at the Hotel Minerve in Paris, La Residence in Lyon, and Quality Hotel Hyde Park in London. YAY! Yes I am bragging because we are so excited!!
Sunday, March 05, 2006
New Baby!
Rick and Carol welcomed Alex Devlin Martineau to the Martineau clan on February 1st 2006. Little Alex is adorable and Grandpa Martineau is very proud!
Friday, January 13, 2006
Cherry Blossom
Sorry this is not the best picture.
Mom always says Grammy used to call me "Cherry Blossom" because she was confused by Cherie (my middle name). This Christmas one of my friends got me this asian style tea set with cherry blossoms. My friend didn't know about the nickname until after I unwrapped the gift and told him the story. Cute huh? I'm going to copy Mom and start collecting tea sets/pots they are so fun.. I already have 3.
Monday, December 26, 2005
Image Post
12-17-05: Genn's 16th B-Day cake (the third one). My favorite quote from this day: "Dad ate my cake can you get me another one? ... Since you're getting me another cake can I eat this one?"
12-17-05: Ben, Laura (aka Clara), and Shelli after the Nutcraker. 
12-18-05: Shelli and Ben's Goddaughter, Lily, being lulled to sleep by her Grammy, DeAnn.
12-24-05: Shelli and Ben's stockings and Christmas Tree (notice the presents are under the tree - it was the largest we could afford and find by the time we got home)Saturday, December 10, 2005
Just a Reminder
Shelli and Ben will be in Federal Way Dec 15th (very late) until Dec 19th. We are spending the 17th at Laura's nutcracker performance and the 18th at Lily's baptism. Ben and I would like to go to The Chronicles of Narnia with both families on one of the days we are home (the 16th?) so make room in your calenders. To extended family and friends: Please call and make plans to see us while we are in town!
Sunday, November 27, 2005
Robbery on Turkey Day
Hello Everyone!
Thanksgiving was really fun over here. I made dinner (with the help of my friend Tessa) and *I must say* it was fabulous! I asked Ben to take a pic of the turkey which of course he didn't do - so sorry no pic! We invited Tessa, Jason, and Jason's Girlfriend, Zan, to dinner.
Unfortuneatly, Zan couldn't make it to dinner because she was robbed at work!! (She works at a gas station!) We were all in shock and of course Jason left to be with her. Can you believe it?
I hope all the other Martineaus had a fun holiday! I missed you guys so much - I cried!! I love you all! -Shell
Thanksgiving was really fun over here. I made dinner (with the help of my friend Tessa) and *I must say* it was fabulous! I asked Ben to take a pic of the turkey which of course he didn't do - so sorry no pic! We invited Tessa, Jason, and Jason's Girlfriend, Zan, to dinner.
Unfortuneatly, Zan couldn't make it to dinner because she was robbed at work!! (She works at a gas station!) We were all in shock and of course Jason left to be with her. Can you believe it?
I hope all the other Martineaus had a fun holiday! I missed you guys so much - I cried!! I love you all! -Shell
Tuesday, October 25, 2005
Decatur HS Home Coming
Decatur's Marching Band did a wonderful job this year. - Genn had to march with a huge drum -base? Unfortunatly the football team was whipped 58-7... or something like that.- It was painful. Genn is the third from the left
Sunday, October 16, 2005
Thursday, September 22, 2005
Grammy's Hurt but O.K,
Monday, September 19, 2005
Now You're Talkin'
Don't wait for a light to appear
at the end of the tunnel,
stride down there....
and light the bloody thing yourself.
-Sara Henderson, b.1936
Australian Outback Station Manager and Writer
at the end of the tunnel,
stride down there....
and light the bloody thing yourself.
-Sara Henderson, b.1936
Australian Outback Station Manager and Writer
Sunday, September 18, 2005
A Quote For When You Feel Like Giving Up
When you get into a tight place and everything goes against you,
till it seems as though you could not hang on a minute longer,
never give up then, for that is just the place and time
that the tide will turn.
-Harriet Beecher Stowe, 1811-1896 American Author and Social Reformer
-- God I Hope So!
..or maybe try the serenity prayer...
God,
grant me the serenity,
to accept the things I cannot change,
the courage to change the things I can,
and the wisdom to know the difference.
till it seems as though you could not hang on a minute longer,
never give up then, for that is just the place and time
that the tide will turn.
-Harriet Beecher Stowe, 1811-1896 American Author and Social Reformer
-- God I Hope So!
..or maybe try the serenity prayer...
God,
grant me the serenity,
to accept the things I cannot change,
the courage to change the things I can,
and the wisdom to know the difference.
Thursday, September 15, 2005
New Job!!
Even though Tiffy still makes more $ than me (how is that fair???), I'm excited because I got a job at the Missoula Manor! I start Sunday 9/18.
Tuesday, September 06, 2005
Working on the Wedding of My Dreams
Here is a photo of the Royal Argosy where Ben and I will be "tying the knot". 
I was in class today day dreaming and my teacher was wearing a very beautiful yellow sari (the type that hindu when wear in India) and I thought that that may be a cool wedding dress.. What do you think? I'm sure you will all hate it..
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