Congrats to Dinger!

L. James has been appointed to District Administrator for Montana Department of Transportation in Great Falls.  This is a big deal.  Of the five MDT districts, Great Falls covers a lot of territory -- Canada to Helena (north to south) and Havre to Cut Bank (east to west).

Several years ago, Dinger attended one of my introductory management classes.  It took place at the FWP regional office at Giant Springs.  In introducing himself to the group, he said he wanted to move up in MDT, being able to advance in spite of the "good ol' boy" culture in the agency.

Looks like he got his wish -- with a lot of hard work to get there.

Congratulations!

Billings Buyskes

In regard to Johnny's previous post, I thought I would update everyone with the goings-on of the Billings Buyskes.  Everyone is doing well, first of all.  Erin is still running her preschool and doing an amazing job.  She also sings in two choirs at church, teaches two classes at Musikgarten (music classes for preschool-aged kids), teaches an online graduate-level class at MSU-B for aspiring teachers, buys and sells clothing on Poshmark and Facebook Marketplace, and is currently taking a class to move up in her Stars designation for her preschool.  Whew!  She certainly does a lot.

Henry is attending preschool three days a week for a half-day and is doing very well there.  He's meeting new friends and getting a feeling for school as he will be entering kindergarten next year.  Harrison holds down the fort at home when his big brother is gone and is doing well also.  Both boys love playing with each other (sometimes), reading books, and "fighting" with me.  It's all fun and games now, but I'm not sure I'll be able to hang when they get older.

I am still teaching at Will James Middle School and enjoying my classes.  I also recently decided to start a photography business as I've been taking pictures for a while now and I figured I could try to make a little money on the side with it.  If you're interested, my business is Buyske Photography and you can check out my website from the link.

That's about it for now.  We are just chugging along in our little family unit and enjoying watching the boys grow and mature.  Hopefully we can touch base with family this summer or as the occasion comes up.  Happy New Year!

Resolved

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Update

Hello my wonderful family!

I hope everyone had an awesome Christmas and will be celebrating the New Year in style. Us Colorado Wingys will be celebrating in our new home! The new address is 381 Lodgewood Ln, Lafayette, CO 80026.

We are all still just chugging on. I love my new clinic here. Dee has started a new job where she fills in at different clinics around the area when needed. It is very flexible and she is enjoying it so far. Declan is now 22 mo old and super entertaining. He has new words everyday. He is starting to have an opinion on things now which is interesting but fun in its own way. Owen is 8 mo old. He has a smile that lights up the room but has an enormous temper when we can't figure out what he wants. Both of them are doing great.

If anyone makes it down into the area we have enough room to actually entertain now so let us know!

Love you all!!!

Jake

Buildup to the Big Game

Just wanted to share what MSU has become famous for in the National spotlight.  Guess you gotta be famous for something...

UPDATE:  It has come to the editor's attention that the logo in the video may not resemble that of an MSU Bobcat.  This publication must correct the above post to state that the reader is correct.  The logo in the video is far too aggressive and facing the wrong direction (most likely towards the endzone) to be an MSU Bobcat.

189th off to Texas

Nick and company left Montana heading to Ft. Hood Texas for 6ish weeks of training before heading to Kuwait.  So sad to see him leaving for 12 months~
Thank you to John, Connie, Molly, Shane and Bradie who came out to see him off.  Pretty amazing seeing Nick pilot a blackhawk!
God speed Nick!  Take care and come home safely.  Love you tons~

Memories

Memories

Memories

Spending some time with Tom and Jeanine in Red Lodge and Billings.

Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic

Maria and I went early to Ann Morrison park to see some hot air balloon action Sunday morning. 50 balloons in all but only 30 took off because of some boxed winds aloft. Quite a site though.

Moorefest 2019

It was another fun year in Ennis for the Moore family get together.  Other than a few evening rainstorms the event went off without a hitch.  There were lots of fourth-generation kids running all over the place, so that was fun to see.  We missed those of you who couldn't make it this year!

The Birthday Boy in Heaven!

Just a shout up and out to good ole WD on his birthday!  You may be gone, friend, but never forgotten!!  Love ya!!

New Job, New City, New Me

Maria and I were in Twin Falls and the tattoo bug bit me and I decided what the hell, time for a change.

Owen "Ozzie" Nick Wingerter

Our second boy came into the world about a week earlier than expected on Friday. He was 8lb 13 oz - about a pound smaller than Dex. Deanne and Owen did amazing and we are home now resting and recovering. Both of us are off work and planning the big move to Denver around mid-June. We are feeling very blessed.

Love everyone tons!

Jake

Just an FYI

I will be bringing all of mom/grandmothers decorations to the picnic. They are mainly Christmas decorations, but there may be others. Anyone can take whatever they want.

Maria’s Surgery

Maria’s in surgery right now to remove a nasty bunion and some major reconstruction on some of her toes.  She’s been in for 4 hours so far.  She’ll be off work for 6 weeks.  Hoping all goes well. 

Saturday Night Live!

The biennial revue and farce, "Saturday Night Live in Helena," opened its four-night run on Wednesday.  It started almost 40 years ago, spoofing the legislature and other political issues. This is the second show I've been part of.  It's a bunch of fun.

Butte in Boise

Celebrated St. Patrick's Day Butte style in downtown Boise complete with pasties, pork chop sandwiches, Sheppard's pie and bagpipers. 

 

 

Rock and Roll All Night...

We just wrapped up a nice Chicago visit from Jim and Maria, capped off with a Kiss concert that was full of fire, blood and loud guitars.   Jim and Maria came here from a week exploring Texas and had a whirlwind day in Chicago - including Millenium Park, the Art Institute, a matinee of Hamilton, and finally this killer rock show.  Fun times!