Isabelle Christening

Isabelle was Christened today with alot of family present. My mom made a beautiful gown (pics to follow) and all of Mandy's immediate family along with my parents were able to attend. We had a nice hot service (no air) and good food and fun afterwards. Everything went very well. God bless you Izzy!

Birthday Weekend

Yesterday we went to Mandy's folks to celebrate Tim & Katie (late August) and Rachel & Mandy & my birthdays (early to mid September). It was fun celebrating birthdays ranging from 2 to 33 all at once.

Weekend Getaway

Woah! It has been way too long since the last update. We were fortunate enough several weeks ago to go up to Jackie's folks place near Charlevoix. It was so relaxing to go up north and do nothing but relax and play with the kids and spend time with my brother and Jackie. The kids love staying there partly because they can catch frogs all the time. Going to the beach, walking around downtown with ice cream, all seem more relaxing up north for some reason. Thanks Aunt Jackie!

Ingham County Fair

We took the kids with my brother and his wife to the fair last night. What a crowd. The kids had fun on the rides, but it was packed. Constantly watching the little ones was crazy. But, the kids had fun so I guess that is what matters. Not sure about next year though when we will have four walking!

Steam Show

Well, the 2009 edition of the Steam Show has come and gone. Great weather all weekend except for about a 1 hour rain Saturday night. My dad and brother had repainted one of their engines and had it at the show for the first time in 4 years. I brought my 1965 Simplicity and gave a hay ride and carted the kids around. Always plenty of characters there.

Izzy Photos

Here are just some new photos of Isabelle. She is changing so fast. Now she is really starting to smile. She can change a bad day around in moments!