Saturday, March 07, 2009
Wednesday, March 04, 2009
Strange Deer
While checking out some houses on the web, I found this image..
Does the deer on the left freak you out like it does me?
Friday, February 27, 2009
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Powerful Magnetics
Scientists invent a machine that control tiny ball bearings in a powerful magnetic field precisely to draw 3D images.
This reminds me of the Japanese fountain video previously posted... Amazing!
Monday, February 16, 2009
Ice Fishing Part II and a Mountain Lion!
OR
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Saturday, February 14, 2009
Sunday, February 08, 2009
Friday, January 30, 2009
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Tuesday, January 06, 2009
Saturday, January 03, 2009
☆無26★
I HAD to do it.. If you don't know her, Magibon is an internet sensation from Japan.
See the ORIGINAL. Click here
Thursday, January 01, 2009
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Cold
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Hi everyone! Sorry for the missing video/updates, but we have been busy lately.. sort of. As you may know, the entire western US has been affected by the artic system blowing in from Canada. Since then, we had to move Lizzie to a stable up the road (www.mylittlecreekranch.com) to keep her in a stall and sheilded from the -40* wind chill. Since the cold weather will be here for at least another week, she is going to remain there for a while. Kayce is doing fine by herself in the field. She has a nice winter coat this year and she has a new winter blanket on.
I film some stuff for a video but it isnt much. I will try to put something together tonight.
Seeya!
Friday, December 05, 2008
Tribute to our Brady (video)
Thanks for everyone's support during this difficult time!
Love,
Stacie, Eric and Erica
Our Brady
This morning at 9:00am, our Brady was laid to rest at the LaSalle Equine Clinic in Kalispell.
This morning I met Stacie as she got off work and we were preparing for a call from the vet that would come some time today. Stacie and I decided to make a quick trip together to go see Brady at the clinic - and maybe the vet would be available to meet with us. When we arrived he brought Brady out from his stall into the hospital area and tied him up. They performed a complete flushing of the tendon sheath with 3 liters of fluid, but this was not the solution. With the injuries and infection to the tendon sheathing, Brady's only option would be painful, lengthy, and not always promising. The doctor was very clear on our options and it was what we unfortunately expected. We could not go through and allow Brady to experience a long, painful recovery. The success rate for the procedure is under 50% and often results in the same conclusion as we faced this morning.
As Stacie and I walked outside to discuss things, Stacie bravely made the decision to put Brady in God's hands. We know he is in a better place and without pain.
Thank you for all of your prayers,
Eric & Stacie & Erica
Thursday, December 04, 2008
Please pray (Updated)
The vet performed an inspection on Brady this evening and determined that the cut to the right hoof did affect the tendon - and an infection exists. This is not good new for any horse. The vet will continue diagnosing Brady this evening and will let us know the prognosis.
The surgery scheduled for tomorrow is off... Please pray for Brady and Stacie.
Thank you!
UPDATE: No update... I am still waiting for the vet to call me back. Maybe he went home for the evening..? He said he was going to go look at him again to see the extent of infection, and I guess I assumed he was going to be doing it tonight. Either he is busy getting images and/or flushing the tendon sheath clean - or he will address it tomorrow. I cant wait any longer... ugh. Now I am starting to feel guilty..... what a horrible feeling.
Will keep things updated!
E
Brady Update
Brady will be transported to the vet clinic in Kalispell to have his
front hoof worked on. They will be cutting out the scar tissue from the
previous accident to ensure proper healing. Once they stitch him up and
cast his leg, he will be staying at a stable up the road from us for at
least a month until he heals. This is required because his cast cannot
get wet and we have no facilities. Hopefully we find someone who can
successfully load him up in a trailer and get him to the vet.
Brady's surgery is scheduled for Friday morning at 8:00 so we will need
to get him there today. I will update as things progress.
Monday, December 01, 2008
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Real Bears Playing Hockey
Sorry for not having a video this past weekend but we have been mellow. Things are good... so we have been relaxing.
Erica made A/B Honor Roll for the hundredth time in a row and we are ALL PROUD of her. I will post a video of the celebration and award breakfast that was held today. I will also post her grades!!
Check back later
E
Monday, November 10, 2008
Sunday, November 02, 2008
Clinton in Montana!
This weekend we went to see Clinton Anderson's Horse clinic in Kalispell. If you don't know him - he is probably the most popular and respected horse/people trainer in the world. This year he made a stop in Kalispell and we attended! Unfortunately they did not allow video cams so I could not make a vid. I will post some pics to the blog as soon as I download them.
This video is not from Kalispell but shows Clinton and his horse Mindy performing. They performed this routine this evening and more! His relationship with Mindy is incredible.. check it out.
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Friday, October 24, 2008
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Monday, October 20, 2008
Vid
I do have a short vid to post but I am waiting on some pictures to be
emailed to me.. Check back in a day or two!
:-)
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Friday, October 10, 2008
Sunday, October 05, 2008
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Monday, September 08, 2008
Sunday, September 07, 2008
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Friday, August 22, 2008
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
New Rig!
My truck died last night... Old Red served me well for the past couple years but she blew up last night while delivering home a ton of hay. I made it home to the driveway but a hose or two exploded as soon as I got out. Smoke and steam was sent to the sky in a final gasp of life.
Since Stacie is leaving tomorrow to pick up Erica - and taking the car (now our only car). So I had TODAY to find and purchase a new one. Yeah!
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Where did everyone go?
Hello everyone... yes, we are still alive out here. I did not get much video or pictures of this past weekend so I have nothing to post. Just words I guess.
This past weekend Stacie was off so we decided to stay at the cabin again. I spent Saturday spraying the roadsides, entrances and park with roundup to kill noxious weeds. Stacie came out to meet me later in the day and we just chilled. Brought a pizza back from the Railline Tavern in Marion and had a picnic at the park. Then we returned to the cabin for some front porch sitting... then lights out.
Another thing that is news-worthy is that a friend Cody has been coming out to ride Brady. Brady is the black/white gelding we picked up last fall. Besides my quick ride/hop around the round pen, he had not been ridden by us yet. Since Cody was 
experienced in breaking horses, he did not have a problem getting on him. Brady has been broke - he is just not used to riders right now. Cody and Brady are doing well. Cody has been out twice and each visit has been on Brady at least an hour. Progress... ahhh.
Thats about all we have been up to. If I remember I will post a vid of Cody on Brady...!
E
Sunday, August 03, 2008
Saturday, August 02, 2008
Weekend
This weekend is going to be pretty mellow for me because my back will
not de-stiffen. I was going to stay at the cabin and go to Lost Prairie
but it may not be a good idea. So, I am home watching old hockey games
and surfing the web. Funtimes.....
:'(
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Happy Birthday Stacie!!
Today is Stacie's Birthday!! Stacie and I are going to go to lunch today - not sure where - anywhere she wants to go. Yeah!
Happy Birthday Stacie! We love you,
Eric and Erica
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Saturday
My folks left and returned back to Washington this morning. We had a great birthday dinner last night for Mom and Stacie. We also wanted to send a get-well-soon to Rick in Wenatchee after a prompt visit to the hospital. He is currently home resting and awaiting for future testing. Rest up Rick! Take it easy and stay healthy! We are all thinking about you and hope your recovery is fast.
Today, Stacie and I are going to go to The Event at Rebecca Farm, then to the cabin for some fun - and a little work. Stacie wants to get the decking and stairs on the deck, so we have some work ahead of us. This afternoon we are quading to Lost Prairie for the big skydive meet. Funtimes!
Eric and Stacie
Saturday, July 19, 2008
What a weekend
HD Vid
Now post a comment or something...
Also, I want to say hello to Mel! Thanks for the call...
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Cabin Update!
HD Video
This weekend kept us busy.. later Saturday morning after I finished the floors, Stacie and I went and loaded up 50+ bales of hay - then came home and went quad'ing to Ashley Lake. The spent a cool evening by the fire with the horses. Today we slept in then went to town for lunch and things. We also visited our neighbor/friends in Marion, Jack and Shea, and to check out their SIP (Structural Insulated Panel) system house. We have been planning on building our house with SIPS but I think I changed my mind. After visiting with Jack and Shea, I think it may not be worth the extra cost because of labor and budget challenges. So back to the drawing board..? The good news is that we will not be forced to find a (rare) SIP contractor now... and we will save money.
More later!
Friday, July 11, 2008
Our Cousin Terri
A few weeks ago my sister Allison and I (and the kids) took a trip to Washington to see our cousin Terri who was battling non-small cell, non-smokers lung cancer. On July 4th Terri passed away after a long, 5+ year courageous battle. Unfortunately, Allison and I (and our families) could not attend her funeral on Thursday. Terri is now comfortable and will always be with her family. It is difficult being away from the family during this difficult time but Allison and I are so happy we got to spend some time with Terri before she left us. We love you Terri!!
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Moose in East Wenatchee
East Wenatchee has had some frequent moose sightings right in town and today's Wenatchee World shows this image of moose at the mall. What a world...
While I wait for the builder to give me a proposal to build the house, I am going to add the cabin bathroom bumpout. It will be 8' x 8' and will soon be a full bath - once power, water, and septic are in. For now, I am going to get it all framed up, roofed, and ready for siding. I am going to use some of the lumber from the running shed we lost last week. I need to be out there working while the weather is nice..!
Talk to you later!
Hi Erica!
Sunday, July 06, 2008
A Wild Night
Stacie came home from work this morning and said "Did you have a wild night last night?" When I replied no, responded "Well, I noticed one of my Pepsi is gone and there are keys scattered everywhere (on the counter)". You know me - leave me with a pepsi and a pile of keys and I things will surely turn wild.
Yesterday I went to the cabin to lay a second layer of floor boards (sub-floor). I didnt get out there until nearly noon so I got a late start. All went well and I wrapped it up at 5:30pm. Today I am going back to Marion to meet with a local builder to go over our plans. Yeah!
Friday, July 04, 2008
Happy 4th of July - Erica's Birthday
Happy 4th of July! Today and this weekend I will working hard on tthe house stuff. No cabin work - just house. 
Stacie's vacation is over and she is now back to work, and she works tonight. I plan to be here with the horses. Since we have not had a 4th of July with them, I want to make sure they dont freak out too much. I plan on resting a lot this weekend...
Happy Birthday Erica!!
What are you doing for the 4th?? (Leave a comment)
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Fun weekend with special guest
Howard arrived for a visit on Friday..! We spent some time at Glacier National Park and even went on a nice quad ride to Lost Prairie. We even got in a couple geocaches.. all of the videos are below!
The weather is hot here now so we are being mellow this Sunday.
Lost Prairie Skydive and Quadride
HD Vid
Columbia Mountain Trail cache
HD Vid
Half Moon Lake cache
HD Vid
Glacier Park and a Special Visit
HD Video
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Friday, June 20, 2008
Lowes Sucks & a HomeDepot Prank
Oh my.... my afternoon didnt go to well as Lowes screwed me over again and sold me the wrong shingles. So, I had to cancel my help and return to town. I am/was very mad. This video has turned me around. Someone is giving a prank call to HomeDepot and they are using sound clips from Hank Hill... Hilarious!
Back to work
Now that I have returned from sending Erica off to Hawaii, I can get things wrapped up on the cabin. I will be meeting Frank (local friend/builder) at the cabin so he can get the rest of the roof installed. Being an experienced builder, he does not have a problem with heights and will pound the roof out in no-time.. I think I am going to hire him to help with the siding as well.. yeah!
Stacie is still vacationing in WA and will return Wednesday morning. Last she called from Sumner/Puyallup and was out with her girlfriends. I do know that they went to Olive Garden for dinner. I had a bag of popcorn. I guess some of us are more fortunate than others.
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
2 of 3
I had a fun evening at Rick and Sue's while in Wenatchee. I filmed quite a bit of us but had to cut out most of it because I feel our 'casual' language and content should remain off-camera. Some people there hold public office - so its best to be careful. haha
HD Video
I am still editing the final (3 of 3) video...
Monday, June 16, 2008
Overdue
It has been nearly a week since my last post as things have been busy. This weekend Erica departed to Hawaii to spend the summer with her dad and family. This is always a sad time for all of us - but it is also a very exciting time for her. She is excited to see her dad, sisters and the beautiful beaches of Hawaii. After spending over 2 months there, she will return to Montana in late August. Erica promises to keep her blog updated with pictures and letters.
I just returned from WA today.. Stacie will return in 2 weeks. :(
I will upload some videos this afternoon..
Saturday, June 07, 2008
Friday, June 06, 2008
Seasons Past
Now that the Cup has been kissed and paraded in Detroit, it is time to look forward to another season. Only 3 more months until training camp!
Today I went to the cabin to get the roof done. I did get quite a bit on but I am not done. I would say about 40% complete. I should finish it up tomorrow - with the help of Erica. She is going to earn a some money before her departure to Hawaii next weekend. :(
Good news: We were approved for our construction loan so now things are really going to get rolling. Obviously, this was the biggest step so far.. so I am glad we can move forward. Yeah!
I will be back at the cabin all weekend and I will try to get a video of my (completed) progress.
Bye!
Wednesday, June 04, 2008
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Countdown to Game 6
In my last post I said that ANYTHING can happen in the Finals and I was right. With 34.6 seconds remaning in the game (and the series), the Penguins tied the game to take it to OT. The Wings would lose the game after 3 OTs... Oh boy.. Stacie was sure happy!
Check out the Game 6 Countdown on the right menu --->
(Mountain Time Zone)
Monday, June 02, 2008
Is Tonight the Night?
The Cup will be present in the Joe (Lewis Arena) tonight and the Wings are hoping to get the final win (and the Cup) in front of a home crowd. I am feeling really good about tonight but I do not want to spoil anything by overlooking the Pens attempt to get back in the series. Like I said last week - if the Wings win (Game 4) and return home for Game 5 - the Cup is theirs. The Wings don't lose at home. It is the Stanley Cup Finals and ANYTHING can happen. Let's just hope for a good game!
What does Stacie think? "I think the Penguins is going to kick some butt and Crosby is going to be p*ssed."
Bring it on!
Sunday, June 01, 2008
A Huge Win and a Quick Weekend
The Wings are one win away from winning the Cup - and this may happen Monday night in Detroit. Party time here...!
This weekend was short and quick but I did get a lot done at the cabin. I continued my attempts in finding my long property line. I think I finally found it. Also, the recent spring weather blew my felt paper off the cabin roof so the mega-rain downpours we have experienced here found its way in the cabin. Today I repapered the roof and applied a big tarp. I was soaking wet.. long day. I am beat. Time to rest for another big week!
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Whats next...?
Pittsburg's finest took offense to the heavily modified Lincoln driven from Detroit to Pittsburg for the game, and threatened driver George Wells of Taylor, Mich., with a citation on Wednesday.
Sweeeeet. Actually, that gives me an idea!
After Game 3's loss, the Red Wings have been preparing for a response - and a win Saturday night in Pittsburgh.
Game time is 6:00pm EST on NBC
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Game Day
Tonight is Game 3 and it should be a much better matchup than we have seen already. Expect Pittsburgh to come out hard and rough - hoping to knock the Wings off their game early. Statistically, the team that scores first is most likely to walk away with the win.
After a second straight shut-out, many people were wondering what the Pens were thinking about. Were they distracted? Then I found this picture...
Now it makes sense...
Come on Pens! Lets make this a series and get a win tonight!
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Destroy the Cup
The Chiefs won the 2007-08 Memorial Cup and then did the unexpected during the celebration - they broke the trophy in half! Check it out...
How embarrassing...
Game 2: Wings
Like most people, I am not sure what is going on with the Pens in this series. Detroit shut out the Pens in game 1 and did it again last night 3-0. The series moves to Pittsburgh on Wednesday night (8:00 EST on NBC). The Pens looked pretty frustrated last night and things started to get rough - so expect a rough one in Pittsburgh for Game 3... and don't expect any more goose eggs either.
Sunday, May 25, 2008
Detroit Leads Series 1-0
Detroit beat the Pens 4-0 in Game 1 of the series. Game 2 is Monday night in Detroit.
Sister Allison, kids Paige & Gunnar, Erica and myself decided to make a trip to Tacoma/Gig Harbor to see our cousin Terri who has been battling cancer for several years. We will be returning back to Montana Monday morning...
Hello to Stacie and Donovan - both had to stay home to hold down our forts.
Friday, May 23, 2008
No Spin Zone
I received a crazy comment and a loud phone call from a whacked-out Pens fan - and they didn't appreciate this site. In fact, this lunatic even claimed this site as theirs! Well, this person was Stacie and she didn't approve of the Enzyte ad (see post below) - or even the dominating Red Wing support materials.. so, here you go.. this one is for you Stacie.
Believe it or not, I am very glad the Pens made it to the Finals. I think Crosby and Malkin are the second best duo on ice - aside from Datsyuk and Zetterberg (of course). This series has even been claimed by some news writers as the best possible match up in Stanley Cup history. Either way, we will be partying hard here and cheering the whole time. As for me, I am rooting for the Wings but will proud for the Pens if they can win.
Who do you think is going to win? Take a second and answer the poll at the top of the menu!
UPDATE: You know, I am sure Stacie would love this platform to cheer on her team. So, she will also be posting here her feelings and view about the series. You know: point - counter-point. Lets roll.... Stay tuned for more. Go Wings!
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Monday, May 19, 2008
The Winged Wheel Rolls On
Finally past Dallas, the Wings are only 4 wins away from the Cup. Bring on the Penguins!
Saturday, May 24 8 p.m. Pittsburgh at Detroit
Monday, May 26 8 p.m. Pittsburgh at Detroit
Wednesday, May 28 8 p.m. Detroit at Pittsburgh
Saturday, May 31 8 p.m. Detroit at Pittsburgh
Monday, June 2 8 p.m. Pittsburgh at Detroit
Wednesday, June 4 8 p.m. Detroit at Pittsburgh
Saturday, June 7 8 p.m. Pittsburgh at Detroit
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Weekend Videos
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Flight Patterns
If you have never seen this, this is worth a look. This guy took flight pattern data from the FCC and did some incredible things with it. Did you have any idea this many planes were in the air at the same time??
Check it out..
Youtube HD
Quicktime (Best quality)
NO GOAL
Okay, I was way off in my predictions. Dallas played a much better game last night and beat Detroit 3-1 to avoid a season-ending series sweep. Dallas looked like the Dallas team that sent the Stanley Cup champions Anaheim Ducks and San Jose home early.
Of course there was one or two questionable calls.
1. Detroit's goal that not allowed due to goalie contact..? Holmstrom wasn't in the crease but I supposed that even things up for the goal we were awarded in Game 1.
2. Dallas' own goalie-interference goal. If the refs are going to call it, be consistent. This goal shouldnt have been allowed in my opinion... but oh well.
Game 5 will be Saturday in Detroit (NBC @ 1:30pm EST)
Go Wings!
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Shooting Stars
Tonight is the night Detroit will finish off the Stars in Dallas. While I may seem overly confident - I really am. This team has remained consistently effective throughout the playoffs (unlike previous years) and I do not expect any team could survive a 3-0 deficit against them. Lets get this over with so we can face the Penguins for the Cup!
Tonight's prediction: Detroit 5 Dallas 4
Detroit Goal scorers: Zetterberg, Datsyuk, Holmstron, Lidstrom, & McCarty
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Amazing
In yesterday's post I predicted a 4-2 Detroit win with goals from Datsyuk, Zetterberg, Hudler and Chelios... and last night I thought I was going to hit it right on. The final score was 5-2 Detroit with goals from Datsyuk (3), Hudler, Zetterbrg - but not Chelios. Datsyuk got his first hat trick last night too.. Detroit is now up 3-0 in the series and will put Dallas away Wednesday night. 
Tonight the Penguins and Flyer will meet in Philadelphia for game 3. Pens leads the seriss 2-0. How about another prediction?
Penguins 4 Flyers 3
Penguin goal scorers: Malkin (2), Crosby, Hossa
Monday, May 12, 2008
Tonight's game
The Red Wings will face the Stars in Dallas tonight as they hope to gain a 3-0 series advantage. As game 2 wrapped on Saturday, things got pretty rough and tonight's game should be a good one. The fans in Dallas are sure to be loud and we'll see if it will throw off Detroit's game.
Of course, I am expecting a Detroit win tonight - and will even give some predictions.
Final Detroit 4 Dallas 2
Detroit goal scorers: Hudler, Datsyuk, Zetterberg, and (yes) Chelios.
I won't care if you laugh at this post tomorrow - as long as the Wings win. Go Wings!
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