Visit from an old friend

Well, it has been a whirlwind of a week. Elaine and the boys arrived Thursday, then Friday we had a cook out at Richard and Lois's. Made use of their new gazebo. It sure was nice to eat outside with out any bugs. Today we hung out at the house, did a little work outside, watched a movie and played some WII. I will post some pictures later this week. Kids are counting the days until school starts, dreading every minute. Not much else happening.

Newest Arrival

Almost forgot. This has been a crazy week and I forgot to mention our newest arrival. Tonya and the kids rescued this little guy from a round bale of hay out behind the house. So, Danae, who has never had any animal asked if she could keep him. The puppies belong to the neighbors up the road. He is a beagle mix. I decided to let her keep him on one condition. He is all hers to take care of. No help from any one else. It has been 5 days and she is doing great. Danae named him Tux because his colors look like one. He is already potty trained. It only took one day. Chloe and Izzy are still unsure of what to think of him. Over all he is a very good and has not been any bother.

Austin's Birthday

We celebrated Austin's birthday today after church. He requested nachos and baked potatoes for lunch. Richard and Lois were coming over so I also made ribs, hot dogs, and brats (on the grill of course). Austin also had a friend over. We ate, then did presents and had a great tasting ice cream cake from Baskin Robins(see picture). The kids played and we all talked. We are getting ready to go to evening service and then do some work at Richard and Lois's.

Another week and another birthday

It has been a week since our last post. Needless to say we have been busy. In-laws were on vacation first part of the week so we have chores to do at their house 2 times a day. Austin had a sleep over birthday party. All went well except for a major bike wreck. He is OK, just skinned up. Then we had ball tournament for a church that the kids play for. That was Thursday and Friday. Now we are getting ready for Austin's birthday tomorrow. This would not normally be a big deal, but earlier this week both kids decided to rearrange their rooms. So, we are dealing with a rather large mess. Getting rid of old toys and clothes that have been tucked away. Overall not a bad week.

B-Day dinner

Here Danae is eating at her choice of restaurant. Did not hurt that Tonya and I really like it as well. Good food, great service and being together as a family. Life and God is great.

Birthdays

Well, we celebrated Danae's birthday yesterday. She turned 15 and got to pick the place we ate at as well as go shopping. Let me tell you, it was fun, but a long day. She successfully spent all of her birthday money. (clothes and books) Yes I said books. The girl is a true book worm. It is Sunday today and we are taking it easy. I have been working on the Church's website. The kids are cleaning and rearranging rooms. As soon as I find the camera cable, I will post the pics from yesterday. Well, need to get some studying done. Bye for now.

Photos

Well, I had some time this evening when I took a break from reading. I have started an online photo album. I have a couple of pics from bible school and pictures of us from a wedding. You can dress them up and they sure do look good. Danae is still on a mission trip and is due home Thursday. School is going good and I am working on my fourth class. With any luck, I will be done in April. If not, it will be September of next year. The summer is going by too fast. It is already July. We have a busy month with three birthdays, a visit from close friends from sunny California and all the other summer time activities. The kids and Tonya are enjoying the time off, but for me it is business as always. Well, back to the books.