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Chocolate with Ice Cream before Dinner :)

9/13/2010

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          Photo - Cocktails with the Ladies and Dan in Kansas City (Thanks Amy for switching me drinks)


So much to say today…It has been a busy week / weekend.

First off – a Joe moment…Last Wednesday, when I came home from Volleyball, I decided I needed one more beer.  I found a Busch Light in the fridge.  I usually prefer Blue Moon, but I settled.  Well, I hopped on the computer and found a video that Joe and I made in Chicago…The second video – which not many have seen (hope to post it one day).  Joe is pretending to be an animal show host and trying to catch this rare animal…me.  At one point, he is discussing what bait he should use, and he zooms in on a random trashcan in Chicago and there is a Busch Light can (the bait).  So here I am, sitting in my living room, with my first Busch Light in a long time and wondering where the animal catcher is…Pretty crazy how things work out sometimes.

Well – I’m not sure if any of you have seen or heard, but the NFL season is under way and so are the fantasy leagues.  I feel it’s only appropriate for me to give everyone a little insight on my thoughts.  Joe this is for you.  Although I was out of town this weekend, I did have the opportunity to get my legal pad and pen out and watch some of the Vikings game on Thursday (thought I better take notes to keep my interest).  I thought they started the season off with a real bang and who better to do that than the Dave Matthews Band (One of Joe’s favorites).  So after all the Super Bowl Fluff and rubbing it in…The Saints man-handled our defense in the opening drive.  Things turned around a little and we stopped them, but man they had completion after completion.  So…I’m not going to lie – I made it through the first few moments but then my attention got lost...  A blocked kick… a little scoring…Vikings lose.  The one thing I did want to mention is Mr. Brett Favre.  He looked a little sluggish and really deflated in the last quarters.  I would have to agree with Tony Dungy – Once he gets a few more games under his belt he will be back and making all the magical plays he can.  I just wonder why he doesn’t try going to training camp so he is ready to make the plays come the first game of the season.  I’m just saying – I wish we could all choose when we want to show up for work – he is getting paid right?  The guys just need more time together, their timing was a little off.

Well the bottom line is – I hope everyone enjoyed the first weekend of football and hopefully your fantasy team is doing well.  Hubbard – I know Joe is watching over your team close (no pressure).

Twins news – I need to be updated here …  I don’t get the channel anymore and have not had the time to get out and watch the games.  I do hear they are still ahead in the race…Maybe 5 games?

Alright – enough sports talk and on to one of the greatest weekends every.  I headed to Kansas City on Friday with Biggs and Betsy.  Our destination – To see our friend / big sis Amy.  Our arrival was a little delayed, for one got stuck in work, some terrible rain storms, and some heavy…heavy traffic about 2 miles from our exit J.  We made the best of it and realized we traveled 5 hours with no radio – I guess we like to talk.  We truly just enjoyed our time together and just were.  We stayed up late – giggled too much (Biggs and I got a text at 2 am from Amy in the other room saying we were loud…We think she just wanted to be in our room, for Betsy might have been clicking) and ate way too much.  I did have lots of candy, some fabulous cupcakes and we made sushi one night (which I really loved!)  It was great to just kick back and truly enjoy time – time with real people with great hearts.  Thanks ladies – for the great weekend and I will always eat chocolate with ice cream before dinner now…because we can!

Now a couple updates on events/opportunities:

Hanna’s Hope -
Please check out this link below.  It is a story of a young girl in Rochester who is fighting the cancer battle with the most dignity and grace – she has the strength of Joe.  It is amazing how some people can go through so much but still find a bit of positive in everything.

http://www.kttc.com/Global/category.asp?C=131445&nav=menu1348_7

(Then you will need to select Hanna Pt3)
If you would like to donate to help Hanna’s Family build a house that will accommodate her needs, here is the address to send your donation.
Hanna’s Hope
Think Mutal Bank
PO Box 5949
Rochester, MN 55903-5949

 
Rivertown Shuffle
Friday, Sept. 17th – Saturday, Sept. 18th
At Jaycee Pavilon – Lake Winona
5pm – Food and Silent Auction will begin
6pm – Opening Ceremonies
6:15pm – 1st lap will be taken through the luminaries
8pm – Luminary Ceremony

(There are many more events going on throughout the evening – so stop on in)


This event was very important to Joe and last year he was honored to be one of the person’s of hope.  He never lost hope and he always believed – even though it will be tough to walk through and see the luminaries with Joe’s name on them this year stating – In Memory of…  I will still go, for I promised.  I hope many of you can join me and others of Team Vogel, the Winona Community to continue the fight.

 

Quick note to wish Joe’s Cousin Dan the best of luck in his marathon this weekend in Alaska.  He is running one of the toughest courses in Joe’s Honor.  Thank you Dan – this meant the world to Joe.  (Here is the website - http://runningforjoe.weebly.com/)

 

I know this is a lengthy one today – but it has been a busy week.  Joe I am sure you are checking the blog everyday to make sure I am keeping it up and doing it to your standard.  I miss you and YOUR blogs.  Maybe see you in my dreams tonight – 143.

 

Good Night / Good Morning Everyone!

Love - Rach

11 Comments
angela
9/13/2010 03:55:39 pm

Love reading your blogs! I am sure all of Joe's friends and family love it as well..You are really a a person who does things for others and like Joe, no matter how hard it may be your selflessness is so refreshing! There should be more people like you 2 out there!

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Katie Daugherty
9/13/2010 11:18:29 pm

LOL...LOVED your Vikes recap....Joe would be proud!!!

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Amanda
9/14/2010 01:01:32 am

Rach,

Not sure that was quite the quote Tony gave...and I even sent it to your verbatem via email...remember you called me and forced me to do that while I was working! Ha...what's the matter so popular you don't even have time to look back through your inbox?

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Betsy
9/14/2010 01:09:09 am

I love chocolate with ice cream before dinner!!! I had a great weekend with you!

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Sarah
9/14/2010 03:15:28 am

Oh how I loved this post. In fact, it had me giggling in bed last night and I got shushed again. It feels so good to be smiling and laughing with you and Amy; I admire both of you so much.

P.S. Thank you for not publicly announcing my stupid comment. It would have been really embarrassing for everyone to know you corrected me on something. ;)

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Cathy Gray
9/14/2010 05:23:58 am

Thanks for the updates, Rachel. I know it must be hard living without your Joe. I hope he is in your dreams tonight. Sorry I missed you yesterday. Terry enjoyed talking with you. You continue to always be in our thoughts and prayers. We love you!
Love,
Cathy

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Tammy link
9/15/2010 03:09:34 am

Nothing like being with GOOD friends!!!!!!
They always bring a smile or two and memories that last forever ")

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Bre Ann
9/16/2010 06:18:29 am

Rachel,

Just curious the stuff you are sewing are you selling it somewhere

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Dee Vogel
9/16/2010 02:55:34 pm

Rachel, we think about you every day! I am so proud of what you continue to do in Joe's memory. I look forward to seeing you at the holiday craft fairs and only hope we can continue to see each other as time goes by. La Crescent isn't that far and you are welcome to stop by at any time. Dan is soooo excited for his run on saturday...joe will be right there with him:) Keep the updates coming we love reading them. Jim and Dee

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Tracy Tdog Olson
9/18/2010 09:46:44 am

Rach and friends-

Riley and I went out to visit Joe today. He has such a peacful spot and when I go there I can feel him with me. Normally I am brought to tears the second I make a right but today, I found myself smiling and thinking of all the fun stuff we did together and laughs we had. His smile, much like yours, lights a room and I couldn't stop thinking about his smile with the head shake at the off things I would say. I hope you are having a good weekend. It was good to see you this week for a little bit. Everyone always asks about you everywhere I go. You are thought about by many!! Take care of you.

Love you...
tdog

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Anonymous
9/18/2010 10:20:21 am

Throughout the years, I have read Joe's blog and now this one too. I recently stumbled upon this song and thought of you and Joe. I posted the lyrics as well.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yvfso4Q8xg&feature=fvw


There's a peace I've come to know
Though my heart and flesh may fail
There's an anchor for my soul
I can say "It is well"

Jesus has overcome
And the grave is overwhelmed
The victory is won
He is risen from the dead

[Chorus:]
And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles' wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise

There's a day that's drawing near
When this darkness breaks to light
And the shadows disappear
And my faith shall be my eyes

Jesus has overcome
And the grave is overwhelmed
The victory is won
He is risen from the dead

[Chorus:]
And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles' wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise

And I hear the voice of many angels sing,
"Worthy is the Lamb"
And I hear the cry of every longing heart,
"Worthy is the Lamb"
[x2]

[Chorus:]
And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles' wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise

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    Joe Vogel began his battle with cancer in 2006. He became a leader in his community and a hero among his friends and family. He made it his personal mission to help in the fight against cancer. His wife Rachel is carrying out his dream to help families dealing with cancer and to find a cure for this disease.

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