It's zuruck nach Israel gehen wir!

Hello everyone...With the "problems" in Israel and circumstances beyond our control, Rich is being pulled back to Israel!! They need a GSO who can speak Hebrew and Rich is the only one available; so Goodbye Switzerland- hello "again" Israel.





                 "APRIL FOOLS"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Wondering..

With all the cold rainy weather today, I found myself  relaxing most of the day. Even-though I could have spent the time a bit more wisely; we still have thing's to do for the move. Then I realized that if we are going to fly on the 11th, we only have two weeks left in country! Rich did a quick research to make sure Mickey was good to go and all his paperwork was in order. Now we wait....

A Visit

Today was spent on a little shopping for me and a Paintball game for Rich and Corey. Speaking of Corey, he and his friends are out tonight celebrating his 24th Birthday. I know it's past but his friends were able to get together tonight' so off they went. His friend Phillip even made it down from New Jersey.
Richard's Sister Robin and her family came today for a visit. It's always such a pleasure...we love having them stay! They were able to do Mt.Vernon today- and will leave for Colonial Williamsburg tomorrow . "Vacations are so nice" We're already looking forward to their visit to Switzerland! And no, we still have no-word; Rich is hopeing to hear something by Tuesday. "I'll not hold my breath"...

Chris called....

It was so nice to hear Chris's voice on the phone tonight, It was full with excitement as he told us about his First week on the job. And he had a busy one at that! While dealing with the "best people" society has to offer.. my son was spat on, someone wet their pants, said bad things about his Mother- and he had to pull his gun for the first time in an armed robbery! After listening to the details of his week, I gave a prayer of thanks for his safety as he told his Dad and I how happy he was with his chosen career. If my Mother were here she would tell me "sweetie, you've got to let go someday" and my reply would be what I've always said: N-E-V-E-R!!

A great dessert

I have to warn you....this is Delicious! And you might have a hard time to "stop" eating.

                                                             Cream Puff Dessert
1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1 cup flour
4 eggs

Filling:
1 8oz pkg cream cheese
3 1/2 cups milk
2 pkg {3.9oz each} Instant chocolate pudding mix

Topping:
1 8oz tub of frozen whipped topping, thawed
1/4 cup chocolate ice cream topping
1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
1/3 cup chopped almonds "optional"

                        In a large saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 min. Add eggs one at a time- beating well after each addition. Beat until smooth.
 Spread into a greased 13x9x2 baking dish. Bake at 400 for 30-35 min. or until puffed and golden brown. Cool completely.

                       Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, milk and pudding mix until smooth. Spread over puff and refrigerate for 20 min. Spread with whipped cream and drizzle with chocolate and caramel toppings; sprinkle with chopped almonds if desired. Keep refrigerated.
                        Don't say I didn't warn you!

Good Day

We had another beautiful day here in DC, Rich was home early and cleaned the back yard. So it's now ready for B'BQ! Although I'm still not sure how long we'll be here to enjoy it.
Tomorrow morning the couple who will be renting this house next are coming to look at it, they have four children and a large dog so it should suit them fine. Too-bad I won't be able to give them a move-out date; but like I've said in the past- I think it's going to be a sneak attack! If we have to stay until June- we will move to another corporate apartment so the new family will be able to move-in and get settled. School begins for the kid's at the end of July here. 
I hope everyone is enjoying the beginning of Spring, and for my European Friend's...remember to set your clocks ahead 1 hour before going to bed Saturday.

A few more photo's

I have a few more pictures I want to Post from Chris's Graduation:
        This is a close-up of his Award:

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Craig, Trista, Shealynn and Brady:

 I can-not BELIEVE how tall Shealynn is! She only just turned 7. I think she will be taller than her Mom and Dad.
The "after party" took place at one of California's Hotel's:

Chris and Marissa:

Craig and Trista:










And Brady say's.......ya,ya, I'm cool, see-ya: