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Ctrl + Backspace -- Richard had this to say at 9:22:27 AM on 7/22/2008.

I pride myself on my knowledge of Excel. Kate asks me questions about Excel that cam up during her day and I answer them. Last night she asked me how to select a range of cells and still be able to view the selected cell. I didn't know the answer and couldn't figure it out even after 5 minutes of playing with Excel. Like most things, a good night's sleep showed me the way: Ctrl + Backspace. In other news, mom is in town. Perhaps her activities will be first paragraph worthy when she is staying with us and not Roger and Shelly. This weekend we made a dump run and ridded ourselves of .49 tons of garbage. A portion of that was Floyd's. We also finished up some little projects around the house, such as putting up some new trim by the fridge, and replacing the office door which has a Richard Riddle fist size hole in it. Post a comment if you have been working on or recently finished a project. Don't discuss the project in your comment, though.

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Angie says: I just don't get Excel. There's gotta be an easier way to put numbers into columns and rows and then add 'em up.

Celebratory fun -- Richard had this to say at 12:49:26 AM on 7/17/2008.

I can only assume that all the loyal readers feel the same as mom: that I waited way too long to discuss what we did for Roger's birthday, or that I didn't mention Floyd's birthday, or whatever she was talking about.

Friday night Kate was finishing up VBS so Roger, Shelly and I went out for Greek food and a movie. We saw Hellboy 2: The Golden, which I don't believe was on Kate's list of must-sees this summer anyway. Saturday was Floyd's birthday, and Kate and I spent the day doing home improvements, in honor of Floyd. Sunday was nobody's birthday that I know of, but we went to the Nelson household for birthday cake and dinner. A special thanks to Sue, Floyd's mom, who made both a carrot cake and a jell-o cake, without even knowing those two are my favorite cakes of all time.

I played ultimate frisbee this evening, for the first time in many years. It's good to know I can still run around with college aged kids, helps me feel young. Molly is still doing fine; I held her for the first time on Sunday, and she promptly wet herself.

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the MOM says: You didn't ALWAYS have that effect on little girls.
Angie says: Sounds like a nice weekend!
Uncle Clark says: Well I was late for the others sooo Happy belated Birthday to Floyd! Was Molly, (1) merely relieving herself, (2) Wetting herself with Joy at being Held by Richard, Or (3) Wetting on Richard!!??? I guess we shall never know! ARGLY
Aunt Nanc says: So Anna I probably have you beat in the "I'm Bad" catagory...I'm the worst sister, aunt, sometimes parent...I am just now wishing "wonderful B'day" to my fine nephews and their friends. It's not a matter of forgetting because I think of y'all so very often it's just that "procrastination gene", then I figure it's been too long...oh well I hope and count on the fact that y'all know how much I love you. I will try to do better. God bless y'all!

happy birthday Roger -- Richard had this to say at 10:09:53 AM on 7/11/2008.

Today is Roger's birthday. I won't say how old he is, but if you know anything about us, you'll be able to figure it out. We will probably hang out or something. Post a comment wishing Roger happy birthday and check back tomorrow to find out what we did to celebrate.

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the MOM says: Please do something wonderful to celebrate with your brother, and I'll see you in a week or so and we can all celebrate some more.
DAD says: Happy Birthday to Roger, do something fun and celebratory. Richard, take charge and go forward with celebratory things. Love ya both. Remember, Cindy and I will be OTA for the next two weeks.
Angie says: Happy Birthday to Roger! And what does OTA mean? Is it a Riddle Family thing?
Kate says: Happy Birthday Rog! If I could put the peacock sound here I would :)
DAD says: Its an Old Navy Communicator term from back in the old days. When one was communicating and they left the circuit or the transmitter didn't work, then you were OTA - Off the Air. Sorry for the confusion. I regress sometimes.
DAD says: I didn't like the way the previous post sounded. Figured I had better fix it before the teachers on the net sound off. I meant to say "sometimes I digress."
Angie says: Off the Air...Now I get it...I kept trying to think of different phrases that would fit OTA but couldn't come up with anything. Thanks Mr. Riddle!
Uncle Clark and Aunt Sue says: Happy belated birthday to Roger! I have regressed to my old habit of not turning this puter on very much! :-) OTA could be outa the area also :-) Which they are! Okay you guys--enough of the celebrating lets get on with life and do something productive!! ARGLY
the MOM says: On July 15, it is slightly past the "check back tomorrow" date to see what you did to celebrate....

You say today is your birthday; well it's my birthday too -- Richard had this to say at 8:15:56 AM on 7/7/2008.

Today I am 31. Yesterday we went to Safeco Field and watched the Detroit Tigers win against the Seattle Mariners. I took the train to the stadium from Edmonds, which I'm not sure I recommend. I saw Molly Nelson on Friday and she is still doing well. The Nelson family returned home Saturday afternoon to a full house. Floyd's parents are in town, as were Wendy's sisters.

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the MOM says: Happy Birthday to you, happy birthday to you, etc. I tried to call, but I guess your phone is turned off. July is getting more and more full as a birthday month, with Molly and you and Roger and Floyd, and many others, of course. Have a good birthday and a good year. Love to you.
momb says: Hey, Rich! Happy Birthday to YOU! In honor of YOUR birthday and OUR 31st wedding anniversary (tomorrow) we are going to the Tiger game on Thursday the 10th! It's a day game so it is a double whammie for me - a day off work and a day at the ball park. Life is good! BTW-Did you hang in for the extra innings? Enjoy your day! xoxo - m&d
Brigette says: Happy Birthday, Rich! :-)
DAD says: Happy Birthday to you, son. I'll call tonight. Hope you have a very happy day, and many, many more. Eats lots of cake and ice cream, then you can ride it off on your way to work. Have a great day, son. Cindy and I send our love to you on this special day.
The Wife says: I guess I can be last...happy birthday babe! Hope you enjoyed dessert as much as I did!
Angie says: Happy, Happy Birthday Rich! I hope all your wishes come true.
Anna says: Yo Brotha - just wanted to let you know that I am the worlds wurst Sista-in-law (next to Kell-izzle) hahaha Happy Belated!!! I will make it up to you when I am there in a couple of weeks - peace :)
Uncle Clark -n-Aunt Sue says: Happy Belated birthday!!!! hope you enjoyed it. Wish you many many many more. If I gotta be here so do you! :-) ARGLY