Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Pewter, Birthday, Father’s Day

Created By My Colonial Home

Maybe not in that order -
On Saturday night our oldest Darren and his family took us out to dinner for Father’s Day – isn’t it nice when the spouse gets to enjoy the benefits of the occasion?
Took a couple photos before we left
Father's Day dinner 2 

Darren and Aidan batted a few wiffel balls around first…and got a tad silly.
Racket Ball 1

Darren Silly

Aidan silly

Sunday morning on Father’s Day Doug and I went to a flea market south of us and I found another piece of Pewter – it’s a beat up ole Tankard but I love the wear on these old pieces. For what ever reason the dents got in it I’m not sure – but it shows someone used it and well. And it only cost me $2.00 so the dents really didn’t matter at that point.
Pewter Tankard

Monday late afternoon we went back over to Darren’s place for Aidan’s 3rd Birthday – I can’t believe how old that little guy is getting and I’m thinking he may be good at Golf
Aidan golfing 1

Aidan golfing 2

Aidan on swing

3 Generations
3 generations

They served us a delicious dinner of Ham, Scalloped Potatoes and fresh Green Beans.
Ham
dinner

Time for Cake!
Three of them
Aidan cake 1 
Aidan cake 4

Now some gifts!
There were many, many relatives there so he received lots of gifts – I’ll spare you the pictures and show a couple.
 Gift 3

 Gift 4

Gift 2

Mommy and Daddy bought him a picnic table

Picnic table 1 

Picnic table 2

Picnic table 3 

 Picnic table 5

Also…I want to mention that I have started selling KITS on my website. I have 6 designs available at the moment. You can find them here:
http://www.kmprimitives.com/catalog.php?category=48

Thanks for sticking with me through this picture intense post.

Karen

30 comments:

  1. Deppen homestead 1862June 22, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    Karen
    I hope the pain eases~
    Wonderful pics from a fun-filled weekend~ looks like plenty of smiles & giggles~
    Your pewter is so pretty~ I can't seem to snag any up~ no cheap one's!!!
    Sending my prayers for you~ take it easy~
    smiles
    Teresa

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  2. BeckyjeanJune 22, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Hi Karen~

    Wonderful pics of the Birthday Boy!! Love his new picnic table. Lovely spot to have a cookie & some lemonade!! Hope your back feels better soon.

    Have a wonderful day~Becky

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  3. Tins and TreasuresJune 22, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Hi, Karen,
    I hope you are feeling better. Happy Birthday to your grandson...He is adorable.

    I see you are Wisconsin fans? Do you remember your kicker, Taylor Mehlhaff? He is from our hometown...I had him in classes in Middle School and High School. He is such a nice young man...one of the nicest I've met. Isn't it a small world?!! (I just ran into his mom a couple of days ago.)

    Have a wonderful Wednesday. ~Natalie

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  4. bettyjJune 22, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Karen he is a doll! What a joy he must be! Don't know what I would do w/o Andrew! They just light up our lives. Like your pewter!
    betty

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  5. Gettysburg HomesteadJune 22, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    AWWWW what a great weekend! Lots of cool stuff that your grandson received.

    $2.00 for pewter is my kind of pewter. LOL. I have several pieces that are dented to. I just turn the dents to the back.

    Mary

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  6. Hillcresthome PrimsJune 22, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    Looks like everyone had a wonderful day!

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  7. KimberlyJune 22, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Beautiful family memories! Your pewter collection is pretty! Take care of yourself and I hope you feel better soon. My Best ~Kimberly

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  8. ConnieJune 22, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    Looks like you had a wonderful time. Happy Birthday to Aiden! Love your pewter collection!

    Hope you're feeling well and good luck on the kits :)

    Hugs
    Connie

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  9. prims by olde lady morganJune 22, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    Karen,

    I hope you are resting!!!! Looks like a wonderful party!!! And yummy food... Loved the littley tykes stuff when my boys were little. Stuff lasts forever! OLM

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  10. KathleenJune 22, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    Glad to see your up and about, Karen! I am with you on sharing the day with your spouse...it's wonderful to have our son cook for us now that he knows his way around the kitchen! Happy Birthday to your grandson..!
    K

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  11. The Barn DoorJune 22, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    What wonderful photos and you are all such a handsome family!! I love your penny rug kits on your website. Am confused about the price difference. I get the kit price and the pattern only price but can't figure out the price that is a bit more than the kit price!

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  12. Tammy ~ Country Girl at Home ~June 22, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    Karen,

    Looks like you all had a fun family time!

    Happy birthday to Aiden....love his new picnic table!

    And what a steal on that piece of pewter! Good for you! The dents make it all the better...more character!

    Tammy

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  13. UnknownJune 22, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    Thanks for sharing your wonderful day with us, Karen. Sorry you're still suffering with that back. It seems to go on forever doesn't it?
    Happy birthday to the birthday boy, Aiden. Maa

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  14. TheCrankyCrowJune 22, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    You sure do grow some handsome men in your family, Karen! ;o) (And the ladies are lovely I might add!) Happiest of birthdays to Aiden!! Loving his little Bucky Badger coat!! Train that boy up right from the start!! Hope things are going well for you - they sure do look to be....Think of you and your back issues often - Smiles & Hugs ~ Robin

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  15. PrimsueJune 22, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Karen, what a fun time with family. Aidan is a cutie. My grandson will be three in a couple of months - that is such a fun age. I love your pewter tankard.
    Blessings,
    Sue

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  16. ValJune 22, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    Oh I loved seeing all the pictures!!! I am headed to see your kits now!!! Love the family photo!

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  17. AnonymousJune 22, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    What a great birthday party your grandson had..I love the piece of pewter you found and what a great price..Have a great week..
    Janet

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  18. ShakerwoodJune 22, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    What a score with the pewter. I would love to start collecting it but the price always scares me off. I don't know enough about how to tell the difference between real and stamped etc. Guess I need to do a little googling!

    As for picture heavy, what's the point of having wonderful kids/grands if you can't show them off!

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  19. julesJune 22, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    What a cute little grandson you have!

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  20. AngelaJune 22, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    karen, Such sweet family photos. That little Aidan is a cutie. Looks like he might have a pretty good swing with that golf club. And it didn't look like he was short on gifts either. Don't kids get so much these days. Love the little picnic table. Glad you had a nice meal and a fun day with family and friends. Hoping the procedure on your back has it feeling lots better. Take care.

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  21. Kathy SchwankeJune 22, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    What a sweet family! I am looking forward to my little grandbaby toddling around... :)

    Will you be in Madison Monday? I am hoping....depends on sales this weekend. Living from week to week with business these days...

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  22. Pamela@ The Sampler Makers FarmhouseJune 22, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    such a beautiful and photogenic family! :)

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  23. Faye HenryJune 23, 2011 at 4:50 AM

    Hello dear friend... Your grandson is so sweet... I can't get over how much your grandchildren look like you.. Really... smile..
    There is nothing like family to make our day, is there..
    Good to talk with you Karen...
    God bless...

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  24. Lorna/Live Oak Primitive PeddlerJune 23, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    Hi Karen, such a beautiful family!!
    Love the pewter piece, what a deal!!
    Blessings,
    Lorna

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  25. Valley Primitives Gift ShoppeJune 23, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Fun filled family weekends make me smile :0) Aidan sure is a cutie!
    Kim

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  26. ~SaraJune 23, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Times spent with family~ The most enjoyable times. I know I have truly loved watching life through my grandchildren's eyes. So precious and calming. So happy that you are able to enjoy those times. Have a blessed day. ~Sara

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  27. Sandi @ The Primitive SkateJune 23, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    Beautiful pictures of the Birthday boy. He is adorable!

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  28. ctlogcabinJune 23, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    Karen ~~ How Handsome you little Birthday Guy is .... same with all your guys.
    Love your "new-old" piece of Pewter great bargain !!
    I have to say Karen each and every picture I see of you .... you look Beautiful, younger & younger !!
    Fess up do you have any secrets to share ?? lol
    Hugs ~ Connie xox

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  29. *Kountry*Porch*Primitives*June 24, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    Hi Karen, looks like you've had some wonderful family time...you are truly blessed! Let me know how your procedure went, my pc is down right now but I'll be checking in on my son's laptop. ~Kriss~

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  30. Carey's Farmhouse KitchenJune 27, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    Karen,

    I enjoy seeing pics of your family. I do try to keep up the best I can but have been unable to comment till just yesterday! I can relate to what you said in your post. We are busier than I thought we would be this summer.

    Carey

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So glad you came to visit - feel free to leave a comment.
I will try and answer as many as I can - maybe not immediately but I will get to you!

Karen

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