The challenge

So Tom issued the challenge to everyone to post a memory about mom/grandma.
In 68 years I have amassed thousands of them. I've been told that I look like mom and our personalities are a lot alike. I think that's why she and I would argue, fuss, and fight when I was growing up. When I reached the "the age of maturity" I realized that most of the time she knew what she was talking about and she became one of my best friends. I will miss our daily talks and visits.
Jan, you are up next.

Mom (Gramma)

Sadly, we announce the passing of Jeanne Moore on November 28 at 7:45 a.m. She left a shower of grace in her wake. We are deeply saddened, yet filled with joy at the ending of her brief suffering. Here is the schedule of services for Mom … Vigil Service – Wednesday, December 2 at 7 pm, Holy Spirit Catholic Church (viewing begins at 6 pm) Funeral Mass – Thursday, December 3 at 11 am, Holy Spirit Catholic Church, with internment at Mount Olivet Cemetery Please check Schnider Funeral Home for details and memory book.

Lost & Foundation

Things have been quiet on the blog since Miriam's arrival. Just to get something going, I'll mention that Lost & Foundation wrapped up the loose ends from our October 4 benefit. Yesterday, we gave the proceeds to the Auck Family with a check for $19,600. Helena is a great and generous community, to which I will add the community of Delta employees in Boise, who sponsored on of our stages. Thanks, Jim!

Matt and Kelly Have a Girl!!

Our sweet little granddaughter was born on Sunday, October 11th at 12:31!!  Miriam Angela Buyske weighed in at 7 lbs 14 oz and was 20"!  Mom and baby are doing great.  It was a quick trip to Bellingham and a quick delivery!  We are over the moon in love with this adorable little girl!!

Henry Thomas

Hello everyone.  I thought I'd update the family with our news that this chunker is going to be getting a new brother or sister next May.  We are excited and nervous to have two little ones to take care of but it will be nothing short of entertaining for sure.  Henry is pushing out some more teeth these days and thinking about crawling, but remains content rolling to his destinations around the house and eating everything in sight.  He and Erin are headed to Texas this week to visit her sister and his cousin Owen, so that will be fun for them.  I hope everyone is well and enjoying the nice fall we've been having so far (those in Montana, at least).  Take care and perhaps we will see some of you over the holidays to come!

Boise Chamber of Commerce Gala

Annual fund raiser for the Boise Chamber of Commerce of which Delta was a major sponsor.  Tom happened to be in town so was able to join his little brother in the festivities.

Welcome Ainzleigh Shannon Wingerter!

Ms. Ainzleigh Shannon Wingerter was born September 23rd at 5:10 pm in Butte Montana.  Ainzleigh is 6 lbs. 13 oz. and 19 inches long.  She is gorgeous and precious and so loved!
Welcome to the crazy Moore family Ainzleigh!

September birthdays!

These two are my September babies.  Maddie turned 18 on the 11th and Nick is 29 today!  They will be joined sometime today by the newest Wingy baby...Hurry up and get here!
Happy birthday to these two amazing people.  They continually surprise, delight, and make this mama proud!
I love you both and wish you the very best of days.
James Anthony Moore also has a birthday today!
I don't have a good picture of him sorry to say but I wish him the very best of days!

Love you all

Happy Birthday, Jimmy!

Well, Jimbo has hit 52 – and his beard is starting to show it. The rest of him is fit as a forty-year-old, or even lots of thirty-somethings. Thanks for being a great brother, uncle, and wonderful son – all three wrapped up in one. I hope you get your music project going soon; it has been too long since we've heard you play. Meanwhile, have a great day!

Happy Birthday, Shannon!!

Happy birthday to the best sister around!  Shannon turns 28 today and while she's always been 2 years younger than me it's still hard to believe she's 28.  She's always there for advice and it's always fun to challenge her wit and joke around with her - even though now-a-days it's from a few states away.  Best little sister you could have.  I hope you have an awesome day celebrating (Thursdays are always the best days to celebrate I've thought) and I hope your 29th year is full of fun and many visits from me.

Happy Birthday, Shan!

Salsa!

It's that time of year again – the garden has been brimming with produce, and we're trying hard to keep up. One part of keeping up – this year's first batch of salsa. It should last a good long while.

Family Picnic Pictures

So I thought I had taken more pictures but this is pretty much it. If you need any individual pictures emailed to you, shoot me an email. Was so much fun to see everyone. Love you much! Hannah

Great Family Picnic!

Family Picnic 2015 was a rousing success. Held at the headquarters of Family Reunion 2007 in White Sulphur Springs, the event attracted 57 members of the family. We visited, played, swam, dined, and celebrated Mom's 91st birthday. In this photo, while Connie cuts the cake, Mom admonishes some of the great-grandchildren about proper attire for a birthday party. Kudos to Tom for organizing the picnic. Now the baton passes to Mary. A couple of my children have wondered when the baton passes to the next generation. As Bri put it, "You can oversee our efforts and make sure we get it right before you die." Blunt, but true. So, when do we start working down the line of Mom's grandkids?

Happy Anniversary, Matt & Kelly

Happy 11th anniversary to these two lovebirds! The love that was kindled at Notre Dame is burning as strong as ever today. I've been thinking about them a lot lately as I'm finally understanding what I couldn't grasp over a decade ago. When Matt fell in love with Kelly, he didn't have as much time for his littlest sister, much to my disappointment. I could never understand why he would choose to spend time with her over his own family. How could you love someone THAT much? Well, now I completely understand and I am so happy they have found each other. They are an amazing couple and super-hero parents. I love you both and I hope you have a wonderful and blessed day!!

Happy Birthday, Meg!!

Happy birthday to this sweet young woman!  We really enjoyed celebrating with you tonight, Megs!  The kids out did themselves with the decorations!!  We hope you had a fun day!  Having your desk decorated and cake at work always helps!!  You have grown into a beautiful 32 year old woman!!  Love you!

Family Picnic, Family Pictures

I am so excited that we are going to be able to make it to the family picnic this year!! Since I will have all of my camera equipment for Kit's wedding the same weekend, I thought I would offer to take any individual family pictures for people that want to have them taken on Sunday. Just thought I would give a little heads up in case anyone wants to do a little outfit coordination for their families. :) We did this for all of my siblings a couple years ago and it went pretty quickly and they turned out great. No need to let me know in advance just show up ready and we can do some shooting! Can't wait to see all of you!

At the Ranch

Ann and I arrived today at the Moore Ranch outside Two Dot, where we're spending a few days in the Cosgriffe House, courtesy of Kathleen, Susan, and Colleen. Recent rain has helped keep the countryside rather lush for August. We're looking forward to exploring the neighborhood from Martinsdale to Harlowton.

Happy 2nd Anniversary, Joey and Erin!!

Two years ago we welcomed this beautiful young woman in to our family with open arms!  Almost 8 months ago they blessed us with our 8th grandchild!  Happy anniversary to a wonderful couple and cute little family!!  "May your mornings bring you joy, and your evenings bring peace!  May your troubles grow few as your blessings increase! "  A little Irish anniversary blessing!  We send all of our love to you both today!!  

Summer Fun!!

We had a blast with these two little guys up at Grampa Bingo's!  Marc had to work in Libby for a couple of days so we tagged along.  They rode the ATV with Grampa Bingo both days; went to the green dumpsters in his pickup truck; played in the sandbox he filled with sand; fished with Grampa Marc (got skunked on the lake but Tyson caught two off the dock); played in the Troy park under the spraying daisy; learned to skip rocks down by the river.  We also had to shop at the drugstore, grocery store and have a "coffee" drink!  They were real troopers and slept late on Thursday morning!!  They helped grill hot dogs outside for dinner and went out to dinner twice and lunch once and were perfect!  Love traveling with them.  Hope to do it again.  Now looking forward to getting together with all the Buyskes on both sides (minus Joey, Erin and Henry) for Jo's memorial.  

Mom's "new" ring!

In going through some of Mom's jewelry with Meg the other day we came across some really nice looking pieces.  When we packed everything, it was the scoop and bag method and we didn't look at anything that closely.  We found what I thought was Mom's wedding rings (she says no) and her mother's ring.  She wanted to wear the mother's ring but it was too big.  In talking to Johnny and Ann about it at lunch on Saturday, Johnny called a friend of his that is a jeweler and made arrangements to have it sized on Sunday.  After Nick's commissioning (which was awesome, by the way!!) we went to Tim's place of business and showed him the ring.  After checking it he said it was really worn out.  Two stones were being held in by two prongs, the stones were worn down.  He could rebuild it or just size it.  We went for the just size it.  Well being the amazing guy he is, he resized it and somehow brought pieces of gold up and made prongs to hold the stones in.  He cleaned it all up and it looks brand new!!  What a sweetheart of a guy.  He even came in on Sunday to do it.  She is so happy to have it again!  And while we waited for the ring Marc and I found an antique hutch that we bought so that we can finally get all of our good dishes and glasses out of storage and start using them again!!  Here is a picture that Tim took while we were waiting for the ring.  Marc was wandering!!  Make sure and admire her ring when you see her!

Oh, and Mom has on one of the three new shirts that we bought during the weekend.  It was fun to have her hang out with us!!