We're probably going to end up a little out of order as I think Jon will also soon be posting some pictures from their last camp out trip of the summer. We all squeezed in a two hour tour on the Gateway Clipper this past Sunday given the nice weather and it's feature "ice cream" or more appropriately entitled "Sundae" Social. They also had a magic show and dancing so that kept things moving, even beyond the large "Partyliner" boat moving us through the rivers of the city. I think the ice cream was the selling point, but it was a very nice way to spend an afternoon together as a family.
Today is the first day of school for Eric - FIRST GRADE - ALL DAY. He seems ready to go and Jesse is quite enthusiastic about doing 'homework too'. I guess this confirms the end of summer and beginning of fall...along with all that football.
Tuesday, August 30, 2005
Sunday, August 21, 2005
ANOTHER WEEK
Not just another week, but another one without the boys. WOW! This time they went up north to Grammy A's for the week. Fast fun was had by all as they kept busier than ever on and were off on many fun adventures. I don't know who was more tired at the end of the week - Grammy or Eric&Jess. Mom gave us the boys back and a disk with some of the highlights (pictures) throughout the week so I figured I'd share some here. It sure looks like they had fun and were kept very busy. We had a pretty good week too as Jon went on a couple excursions on his vacation and I....well, I continued the routine of work. Next year I will be (over)DUE for time off for good behavior!!! It wasn't bad though and still got to have quiet evenings and catch up on a few things I wouldn't ordinarily be able to do as easily. It's been nice to have them back and also hear their own 'depiction' of what they did this past week. Looking at the weather forecast, it looks to be cooling off and I don't know about you but I'm about ready for fall & football...maybe even a little HOCKEY too this year!!!
Sunday, August 07, 2005
Sunday, July 31, 2005
ERIC TAKES FLIGHT!
Well, he did it! Last evening, Eric had his first flight in the hot air balloon. Although a little timid at first (which is often Eric's style), he willingly went up and took Mommy with him. Jesse waved, said goodbye and added a sweet, personal, unprompted "I love you" as we went up and away also. We saw cows, horses, deer, many barky dogs, a ground hog, and a bunny. As we traveled south right along Rte 19 and then I-79, there were MANY waves, honks and yells along the way too. We landed as close as you could get to the street in a very new housing development (still being developed) and there was a crowd there to greet us and help take the balloon down too. It took "our crew" a little while to catch up and find us with unmarked roads and new territory. It really was a beautiful evening and fun family event for all of us. Of course, it was topped off with ice cream afterwards.
The pictures here are from the ground as we did not need the hassle of taking a camera up with us, but did pick a couple of leaves along the flight.
The pictures here are from the ground as we did not need the hassle of taking a camera up with us, but did pick a couple of leaves along the flight.
Tuesday, July 05, 2005
Pictures Galore!
Well, I said that I would have more pictures soon and do I ever! I had a hard time narrowing it down to 30! Since I had so many I decided to put them HERE instead. There are pictures from our stay at "Grammy's" in Erie, including the beach, zoo and cousin Joe's house along with pictures from our trip with friends to "The Big Butler County Fair" on July 3rd.
If you have a dial up connection it may take a long time to load. Sorry that they are slightly oversized (it was my first time using that particular tool). If too many people can’t easily access that web page let me know and I will re-post them to the blog.
If you have a dial up connection it may take a long time to load. Sorry that they are slightly oversized (it was my first time using that particular tool). If too many people can’t easily access that web page let me know and I will re-post them to the blog.
Saturday, July 02, 2005
Stay Tuned!
I have been meaning to add a bunch of pictures lately but always seem to tired to do it at the end of the day. Here are a few to get you started. There will be more on the way soon!
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