Jun 7, 2008
Jun 6, 2008
Missionaries and softball
Ok, this is a two-parter story.
For those who read this blog regularly, you will know that the missionaries have become a huge part of our lives. We started out with Elders Tams and Robins, who baptized Carl, than we had Gillen, then Barney, and now Nielsen. Last night Barney and Nielsen had an appt. with our family at 5. Softball starts at 6, so we told them that they would have to scoot by 5:30 so we could get there in time. So, what do they do instead? Followed us to the game! Jacob was very excited to have them there. Plus, it was an extra full house with Grandparents, Aunt Mandy and Lauren. So here we are bringing "Mormons" to the game. I figured that everyone would stand far away from us as to avoid our guests, but NO, Nielsen was the hit of the party! While they were there, he took some photos of Jacob. This should be said: Nielsen, before he came out here to devote 2 years to the Lord, was a professional photographer! Cool huh? So here he is, out in the field, suit pants, white shirt, tie, snapping off photos with this enormous camera right? One of the other parents comes up to me and asks me who the photographer is (because obviously these guys are with us)! I tell her that they are some family friends, since I am so flustered by her abrupt question (obviously not my best member missionary moment), and she asks if he can take some photos of her son as well!! Ha ha. So Barney and I go tell him and then off he goes, snapping off at least a hundred photos of Jacob and this other kid, along with some others. I think the coach actually gave him free reign of the entire field so he could take pictures of the team in general! So, I guess long story short, these pictures are all available from Elder Nielsen. Thanks!! Did I mention he's originally from Denmark? So here are some photos and a video of Jacob running into home plate.
Ok, never mind, photos won't load right now, so here is the video at least. I will get the pictures this afternoon.
For those who read this blog regularly, you will know that the missionaries have become a huge part of our lives. We started out with Elders Tams and Robins, who baptized Carl, than we had Gillen, then Barney, and now Nielsen. Last night Barney and Nielsen had an appt. with our family at 5. Softball starts at 6, so we told them that they would have to scoot by 5:30 so we could get there in time. So, what do they do instead? Followed us to the game! Jacob was very excited to have them there. Plus, it was an extra full house with Grandparents, Aunt Mandy and Lauren. So here we are bringing "Mormons" to the game. I figured that everyone would stand far away from us as to avoid our guests, but NO, Nielsen was the hit of the party! While they were there, he took some photos of Jacob. This should be said: Nielsen, before he came out here to devote 2 years to the Lord, was a professional photographer! Cool huh? So here he is, out in the field, suit pants, white shirt, tie, snapping off photos with this enormous camera right? One of the other parents comes up to me and asks me who the photographer is (because obviously these guys are with us)! I tell her that they are some family friends, since I am so flustered by her abrupt question (obviously not my best member missionary moment), and she asks if he can take some photos of her son as well!! Ha ha. So Barney and I go tell him and then off he goes, snapping off at least a hundred photos of Jacob and this other kid, along with some others. I think the coach actually gave him free reign of the entire field so he could take pictures of the team in general! So, I guess long story short, these pictures are all available from Elder Nielsen. Thanks!! Did I mention he's originally from Denmark? So here are some photos and a video of Jacob running into home plate.
Ok, never mind, photos won't load right now, so here is the video at least. I will get the pictures this afternoon.
Jun 3, 2008
Painting the livingroom
Well, we finally did it!!! We painted the living room yellow!!!! Here are our impressive photos.
The color "Honeytone"
The first stroke
Alex helping after school
First coat
The final result
The color "Honeytone"
The first stroke
Alex helping after school
First coat
The final resultWell, we still have to finish the other half today, but we are very impressed so far. We will let you know how it looks when it's finished.
Jun 2, 2008
Some pictures for your enjoyment
This weekend we went to the graduation party of some family firends. This morning I got an email with the pictures of our family. I was only going to include the one you see at the top but I figured, what the heck, why not.
Yes, this is my 8 year old and 5 year old enraptured by the baby toy. We would get them outside, only to find one or the other back inside playing with the toy again.
I thought this one was cute. Poor Carl though wasn't looking. Of course this is not his fault as Jacob kept giving everyone bunny ears and so Carl was on the lookout for misbehavior.
Jello anyone? Jake was in love with the spread they had laid out. He got Jello, strawberries, melon and grapes. Good stuff. Hey, like my hair? It's black now!
Yes, this is my 8 year old and 5 year old enraptured by the baby toy. We would get them outside, only to find one or the other back inside playing with the toy again. 
I thought this one was cute. Poor Carl though wasn't looking. Of course this is not his fault as Jacob kept giving everyone bunny ears and so Carl was on the lookout for misbehavior.
Jello anyone? Jake was in love with the spread they had laid out. He got Jello, strawberries, melon and grapes. Good stuff. Hey, like my hair? It's black now!
May 30, 2008
Jacob's first game of the season
This year Jacob gets to play on the Yankee's team. He was very excited about his first game. He only got one up-at bat, but he hit it good and long. He also got to play outfield and catcher. Poor Carl had to work so he only caught the last of the game, but Gram and Gramps came with us to cheer Jake on.
We love this organization. They are very helpful in teaching the kids the basics of the game and to use teamwork instead of everyone running for he same ball. Plus, it is only $20 per season. Good deal I say!!
Jacob as the catcher
Jacob reaching home plate. So gleeful!
Back to the dugout. Good Job Jake!
We love this organization. They are very helpful in teaching the kids the basics of the game and to use teamwork instead of everyone running for he same ball. Plus, it is only $20 per season. Good deal I say!!
Jacob as the catcher
Jacob reaching home plate. So gleeful!
Back to the dugout. Good Job Jake!
May 26, 2008
Happy Memorial Day
So, today Carl scheduled himself to have the late shift so we could spend the day together as a family. We had planned to go to the park, have a picnic and then head over to our city's Memorial Day parade with his folks and the boys. Well, we got the park and picnic down, but found out that the parade was YESTERDAY!!! Ugh! When I called the city hall, I didn't bother to ask the date of the parade, only the time. And, when I rechecked the parade in the paper, I again, only bothered to look for a time. Because, who would have a Memorial Day parade...THE DAY BEFORE?!?! *sigh* We need to move...
Well, we hope that the rest of you enjoyed your day. ha ha The kids and I are now off to Carl's folks to have some ribs and potato salad. Yum!
May 18, 2008
Footlong Fever
Tonight was my Pre-birthday birthday party. We BBQed of course, and Jacki brought over some footlong dogs to add to the fun. Here are the boys digging in!
The Washington's got me the piggie partner to my cow (pictures will follow) and a gift card to Wal-mart. Jacki and Carl got me some clothes (yay) and The boys and Carl are going to take me out on Tuesday. Happy Birthday to me!!!
The Washington's got me the piggie partner to my cow (pictures will follow) and a gift card to Wal-mart. Jacki and Carl got me some clothes (yay) and The boys and Carl are going to take me out on Tuesday. Happy Birthday to me!!!
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