Merry Christmas 2007!

Hope all of you have enjoyed sharing laughs, love, and great food with family and friends.  We certainly have here, first with Lindee and the Fishers of TN., Aunt Karen of Ole Miss, then with the Smiths of  Virginia.  A quick trip was made to Richmond where we enjoyed another Pastor John service, seeing the whole crew, and best of all....Armond's Pizza from Chicago, thanks to the Boy.  Jaunts to Grandma and Papa R's were scattered around the holiday as well.  Here are a few snapshots of all the festivities.

Indy's Winter Weather

Ice and snow have arrived, but we are all snuggled up inside enjoying Kevie's chili and getting ready to watch the Colts win in Oakland. Looking forward to family making their way to Indiana this week! Happy Holidays!

"Tis the Season!

Can you identify these kids? (Hint: Think 40 years ago!)

Driving in a Winter Wonderland!

Hey JJK-that should have been you on that sled!
Wow! What a snowstorm can do to put you in the spirit of the Christmas season! Northern Michigan is certainly beautiful as the pictures attest. It was fun seeing my friend from childhood, Carolyn too! It seems like just yesterday we were turning cartwheels in her side yard!

Our Nation's Capitol

Not only was it great seeing family and friends, but visiting the museums and monuments also was meaningful! The Holocaust Museum is very powerful, so be sure to visit it if you go to DC!

Then and now...1980 and 2007!

Thanksgiving 2007

Thanks, thanks, thanks we say without haste!

To brown the turkey one must baste.

Mash the taters 'til theyre gooey and warm.

Around the table then we'll swarm.

And now that we're seated

and before we're feasted,

We bow our heads in prayer.

To say thanks; to show we care.

Mom and Dad, what can we say?

For our roof, our clothes, and our food did you pay,

But more than that you provided--

A love of family that hasn't subsided.

Older and grayer with each passing year.

Yet wiser, funnier and held so dear.

So to you we say thanks, thanks indeed aplenty,

But hold on, there's more, 'til you eat that Turkey chutney.

Next there's our spouses who married into this clan.

Was it your dumb luck or part of a plan?

Regardless, please know we've been blessed.

There, its been said, and publicly confessed!

Thanks a million for all you do,

Including sticking by us in this family zoo.

Siblings too, for them we have words.

Oh me, oh my! Sometimes you're such turds!

But today we'll be nice

And put the fighting on ice.

With gladness we'll smile and say so sweet-

"I love you, I do from you hair to your feet"

Now nephews and neices, what can we say?

We love you to pieces, on this and every day.

Of that you can be certain and sure-

Our fmaily's love contained in you so pure.

Sadly this too long and poor toast must reach its end.

So Lord we thank you, our praises to you we send.

For one another and this bountiful meal,

And letting us share just how we feel .

AMEN

A November Day

These sunny, 60 degree days are very enjoyable, especially knowing that the cold weather months are just about here! We had a unexpected visitor in the pasture. He was very athletic as he loped through the field and then over the fence. Duncan was looking fine today as well.

Scenes from the Area

Harvest time....the boy with lots of ideas.....blue skys....area church.....and Duncan-always interested!

50 Years Ago Today.....

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JR!!
Elvis's Jailhouse Rock was at the top of the charts....President Eisenhower called for more US Missiles and fallout shelters.....The Russians"man-made moon" - Sputnik, was orbiting our earth.
Hope you have a Great Day!!!

Ameica's Amazing Northwest

Had the opportunity to visit Portland and surrounding Mt. Hood area. The Columbia River Gorge and especiallally the Multnomah Falls are breathtaking! If you have yet to visit that area, put it on your list. Thanks to Grandma, Kate, and Kim for keeping When Pigs Fly and its residents in check which granted us worry-free travel!

Avogadro's Special Day

It's Mole Day! That's right 6.02 x 10 to the 23rd makes today that special day.....especially at 6:02 AM ( when Sarah was enjoying a bagel with her Chemistry classmates) or 6:02 PM (When she'll be eating pizza with same crew.) Here's how some creative students spent their day! Who says we should be worried about today's generation?? Great job, Joey!

Camera fun

Sarah & Duncan at work. They are a pretty pair! Eric took the photo of this flower- very dramatic.
Meet Hawk, our newest resident. He's a pony full of personality!

Good Job Sarah!

We are proud of you, Sarah, on your NHS induction.

Homecoming 2007 Dinner

What a great group of young adults! Many laughs were shared.

HAPPY 50TH BDAY TO LINDEEEE!!! (9/25)

HAPPY 50TH BDAY TO LINDA!!
Which day what day what do you say BIRTHDAY, Happy Birthday to you!! 9/25/57!! A birthday wish from your sissy and some of our favorite eats!! Have a few OREOs today!

Eric's dog standing guard. He says he's a talented photographer. We'll see.

New Camera!

Maybe getting old isn't so bad, especially when your family surprises you with a new Nikon D80 camera! I love you guys! There will definately be a learning curve. Here are a few shots.

Lydia's First day of Kindergarten!

Fouth grader Anna helps her sister get ready for Kindergarten. Soo cute.

Oooooh what a life......

Master Eric was practicing his photography skills. Never knew barn cats could be so pretty.

TPH

Thanks to Kate and her talent, we have proof that we worked hard all week and have something to show for it! We are very proud of Sarah's performance with Duncan!