Bethany thinks a month is a long time to wait for the reunion. For the grown-ups, it is coming up pretty fast. Hope to see you all there.
Monday, March 29, 2010
I have to wait another month for the reunion.
Bethany thinks a month is a long time to wait for the reunion. For the grown-ups, it is coming up pretty fast. Hope to see you all there.
Hannah, Civil Air Patrol Cadet.
Hannah made the front page of the Farmington Daily Times.
Civil Air patrol creates positive environment, builds leadership skills
By Elizabeth Piazza
FARMINGTON — The Civil Air Patrol's Cessna 182 airplane was given a facelift, a new look rescuers hope will make the craft easier for stranded boaters or lost hikers to see during search and rescue missions. The plane, originally white and orange, was repainted red, white and blue. "It was really kind of ugly if I say so myself," Civil Air Patrol Capt. Tom Stamper said of the old paint job. "So we are really proud of the new paint job." The Civil Air Patrol is the official civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, which conduct 90 percent of the inland search and rescue missions in the United States. The plane is part of the Civil Air Patrol Farmington Squadron and used for aerospace education, cadet orientation and area search and rescue missions. The organization conducts monthly training missions and an average of three or four actual searches each year, Major Scott Zenonian said. One of the squadron's more frequent missions is to fly over Navajo Lake during major holiday weekends. Pilots and ground crew work in coordination with the U.S. Coast Guard, relaying valuable information on the locations of boaters and campers. Pilots can survey the lake in about 20 to 25 minutes, Stamper said. The all-volunteer service also performs homeland security, disaster relief and counter-drug missions for law enforcement agencies. The organization also plays a vital role in educating area youth who are interested in joining the U.S. Air Force. highest demographic in the Air Force Academy are people who were Civil Air Patrol Cadets aside from race and gender, Stamper said. There are 20 cadets in the Farmington squadron, higher than the 10 to 15 member average. One of the main functions of the program is inspire the love of flying, although not all positions in the organization have anything to do with flying, Stamper said, of the communication and ground teams. John Ellsaesser, 15, is a cadet senior master sergeant in the squadron. He hopes the program will help him get in to the Air Force Academy. "He wants to fly," said Ellsaesser's dad, Jimmy. "That's his thing." Ellsaesser already has flown several times with the program. The cadets also learn valuable leadership and life skills, in addition to getting an introduction to the skies. "The cadet program was designed to instill two things," Stamper said, who became involved with the organization after his son joined. "There was a decline in the aerospace industry and officials saw a need to get youth involved and to provide a positive environment for children so they can learn leadership." The cadets meet weekly year round and participate in drills and leadership training. Membership fees are $30 annually, which covers the costs of books, tamper said.
Civil Air Patrol cadet Hannah Isbell, 13, adjusts her uniform Thursday during routine training at the Four Corners Regional Airport.
Civil Air patrol creates positive environment, builds leadership skills
By Elizabeth Piazza
FARMINGTON — The Civil Air Patrol's Cessna 182 airplane was given a facelift, a new look rescuers hope will make the craft easier for stranded boaters or lost hikers to see during search and rescue missions. The plane, originally white and orange, was repainted red, white and blue. "It was really kind of ugly if I say so myself," Civil Air Patrol Capt. Tom Stamper said of the old paint job. "So we are really proud of the new paint job." The Civil Air Patrol is the official civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, which conduct 90 percent of the inland search and rescue missions in the United States. The plane is part of the Civil Air Patrol Farmington Squadron and used for aerospace education, cadet orientation and area search and rescue missions. The organization conducts monthly training missions and an average of three or four actual searches each year, Major Scott Zenonian said. One of the squadron's more frequent missions is to fly over Navajo Lake during major holiday weekends. Pilots and ground crew work in coordination with the U.S. Coast Guard, relaying valuable information on the locations of boaters and campers. Pilots can survey the lake in about 20 to 25 minutes, Stamper said. The all-volunteer service also performs homeland security, disaster relief and counter-drug missions for law enforcement agencies. The organization also plays a vital role in educating area youth who are interested in joining the U.S. Air Force. highest demographic in the Air Force Academy are people who were Civil Air Patrol Cadets aside from race and gender, Stamper said. There are 20 cadets in the Farmington squadron, higher than the 10 to 15 member average. One of the main functions of the program is inspire the love of flying, although not all positions in the organization have anything to do with flying, Stamper said, of the communication and ground teams. John Ellsaesser, 15, is a cadet senior master sergeant in the squadron. He hopes the program will help him get in to the Air Force Academy. "He wants to fly," said Ellsaesser's dad, Jimmy. "That's his thing." Ellsaesser already has flown several times with the program. The cadets also learn valuable leadership and life skills, in addition to getting an introduction to the skies. "The cadet program was designed to instill two things," Stamper said, who became involved with the organization after his son joined. "There was a decline in the aerospace industry and officials saw a need to get youth involved and to provide a positive environment for children so they can learn leadership." The cadets meet weekly year round and participate in drills and leadership training. Membership fees are $30 annually, which covers the costs of books, tamper said.
Civil Air Patrol cadet Hannah Isbell, 13, adjusts her uniform Thursday during routine training at the Four Corners Regional Airport.
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Countdown...A little less than 5 weeks
Five little cousins sitting in a row.
Kyndal, Bethany, Trinity, Megan, Tanner
Kyndal, Bethany, Trinity, Megan, Tanner
Friday, March 26, 2010
Martha's Surgery
Martha's surgery will be Wednesday, April 14 at 1:00 pm at Baptist Hospital in Oklahoma City.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Martha
From Raymond:
We have just returned from seeing the urologist in OKC. He confirmed that Mom has a mass in her left kidney that is consistent with cancer. His recommendation for her, considering her age, health...etc., is to totally remove the kidney, as opposed to taking only part and risk leaving cancer behind. This is a laprascopic procedure that is much easier on the patient and requires a 2-3 day recovery period in the hospital. Plus there would be no need for chemo or radiation. Her right kidney appears to be healthy enough for a normal life. The cancer doesn't appear to have spread to any other organs however additional bloodwork and x-rays were done to confirm. She presently has a bladder infection so an antibiotic was prescribed. The surgery will be scheduled for sometime in the next 2-3 weeks after the infection has cleared up. I will do my best to keep you updated. Please continue to pray for successful surgery and total recovery.
We have just returned from seeing the urologist in OKC. He confirmed that Mom has a mass in her left kidney that is consistent with cancer. His recommendation for her, considering her age, health...etc., is to totally remove the kidney, as opposed to taking only part and risk leaving cancer behind. This is a laprascopic procedure that is much easier on the patient and requires a 2-3 day recovery period in the hospital. Plus there would be no need for chemo or radiation. Her right kidney appears to be healthy enough for a normal life. The cancer doesn't appear to have spread to any other organs however additional bloodwork and x-rays were done to confirm. She presently has a bladder infection so an antibiotic was prescribed. The surgery will be scheduled for sometime in the next 2-3 weeks after the infection has cleared up. I will do my best to keep you updated. Please continue to pray for successful surgery and total recovery.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Shai made Diamonettes!!
Shai tried out for her school's drill team last week and SHE MADE IT!!! She called her Grandmom with the exciting news and she is one happy little girl!!!! Hard to believe she will be in high school next year!!!
A trip to Marlow
Danny and Diane made a trip to see the family in Marlow this month. It isn't hard to see who was the star of the visit. Little Matthew!!!! He is just so sweet and such a happy baby!!!! Just thought we would share some pictures.
Danny and Minnie
Kenneth, Minnie, Matthew, and Danny
Granmom Lisa and Matthew
Matthew and Great Grandma Minnie
....and Matthew and Great Uncle Danny
Monday, March 15, 2010
Halee takes 1st at the Science Fair.
Halee got 1st place in the elementary chemistry division and then overall winner of the elementary science fair. She said that she almost threw up and is completely besides herself. She won cold hard cash, which is going towards her trip to Missouri to spend on her great-grandparents. Thanks for letting me share! Cam
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Countdown...8 weeks!
The Countdown has begun! Only 8 weeks until the Isbell Reunion.
Eight smiling faces makes a GR-8 group!
Diane, Beth, Christopher, Venius, Christina, Tatiana, Sierra, Amy
Eight smiling faces makes a GR-8 group!
Diane, Beth, Christopher, Venius, Christina, Tatiana, Sierra, Amy
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