Monday, April 12, 2010

March 29, 2010

Whew!
What a work out!  They love to torture Daddy by climbing on his leg and "letting" him bounce them up and down.  They would be happy if he never stopped but one leg can only take so much.

March 28, 2010

Tent With a Tunnel 
My boys are really loving this tunnel entrance.

March 27, 2010

Two Balloons = Two Years
This little trick was learned from Cassie.  The birthday baby gets to let go of the past years in balloons.  It's very sentimental and special for the birthday boy or girl.  This Mama was very near tears when Carter let go of his first two years.  We had a great party and this big dude was happy to let some balloons go.

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

March 26, 2010

Papa
Makes for good cuddling.

March 25, 2010

Patience Pays
:ºD

March 24, 2010

This Tired Girl
is getting ready for Tae Kwon Do.  She is moving right along.  SO CUTE!

March 23, 2010

The Coolest...
...toddler gift.  There were so many great pictures of this but I didn't think they were web appropriate.  If you want to see more, call me.  This little urinal flushes and everything.  My boys love, love, love it!  Thanks Unk and Aunt Cheese!

March 22, 2010

Pappy and Carolyn
We.  Love.  Them!

March 21, 2010

A Cake for Two Birthdays
The two blue are for my Carter Baby's second birthday.  The three pink are for Kimmy's three decades.  We were so excited that she could stick around for cake after watching the boys Friday and Saturday.   

Thursday, April 1, 2010

March 20, 2010

Collide
Was a complete success.  This painting was created on 30 different canvases.  Mike (The Jesus Painter) created this amazing piece of art.  He worked out a grid and traced lines on each canvas.  He printed 30 value scales and 30 squares to replicate.  It was truly amazing to see how differently each person interpreted their value scale.  Once they came together they made this INCREDIBLE piece of art.  This was one of many labs today.  Collide was a hit.

March 19, 2010

Melanie
You are stinkin' cute!  I'm so glad I know you!  I met Melanie in CCYM.  We only see each other 6~ish times a year but I love hanging out with every youth there!  They have the best stories.     

March 18, 2010

Corn Stalks
From a distance.  You can see the stalks tied together in the field over the hill.  There is also the awful pink chair left behind waiting to be burned.  It smelled terrible and was falling apart.  Mother Earth, I apologize.  

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

March 17, 2010

It's Me Lucky Day!
Happy St. Patrick's Day!!!

March 16, 2010

First Day of School Take Two
I understand that everyone doesn't get this opportunity.  Michael really loves this short door.  Here's to new experiences!

March 15, 2010

The Incredible House Warming Gift
We received an amazing house warming gift in the mail today.  Thank you to the gifters.  You can't imagine our appreciation.  We were a bit concerned that the box came with multiple tears and holes.  Naturally, I took pictures just in case.

March 14, 2010

A Childhood Favorite
So with the move comes new restaurants.  There is a Friendly's in Mount Vernon.  I WAS SO EXCITED when I saw it.  This instantly brought me back to Stow High.  We bounced between Pizza Hut and Friendly's after band shows, concerts and football games.  When we were little Mom and Dad used to bring us to Friendly's for sundaes.  This cone head was a staple in our childhood.  My sons did not disappoint.  They too LOVE the cone head sundae.  They especially love the hidden candy in the bottom and the messy chocolate on the cone.  

March 13, 2010

Happy Birthday Kellen!!!!
He was not finger painting.  He was digging in to his birthday cake.  He started off strong but as soon as his hand hit that cake the room cheered and Kellen freaked out.  He spent time crying and his Aunt Allyson and Aunt Heidi stepped right up so he wouldn't miss any of that deliciousness.  Happy Birthday Buddy!

March 12, 2010

What's Your Favorite Snack?
My boys love, love, love to wear and eat black olives.  I love watching.  

March 11, 2010

The New Hiding Spot
The pantry is the boys new favorite spot.  They turned around when I opened the door.  I love watching them adapt and use their imaginations.

March 10, 2010

Lexi Loo
We sure are gonna miss this little ball of fire.  I watched Lexi after school this whole school year.  Michael cried hard when we left her today.

March 9, 2010

Woodsfield's Oasis
Michael and I were back in Woodsfield to attend school till we could get him in a new preschool.  I have no idea what the inside of this place looks like but the sign and the little wooden shoe above the door were always intriguing.

March 8, 2010

It's Not Much But it's Mine.
I'm taking drawing for school and all I had for photos today was a couple drawings and my composition photos.  So...Tah Daaaah!

March 7, 2010

Aren't They the Cutest?
This was in the narthex for our first Sunday.  We are so blessed for what lies ahead.

March 6, 2010

This Silly Lunch Lady
He is too funny.  He put this net over his whole head and said "Look Mommy!  I'm one of those ladies who make food."

March 5, 2010

Cake Tester
A cake tester from a broom maker.  You simply break off a piece to check your cake.  If it's clean, you're done!

Monday, March 22, 2010

March 4, 2010

Any Ideas?
I need to get something up there.  I just don't know what.  I'll take any pointers!

March 3, 2010

Can It BE???
I actually live under an hours drive to one of my cousins!!!!  It's been a long time since that's happened.  I love you Danielle!  Thanks for coming up!!!

March 2, 2010

Thank God for Great Friends!
I was about to fall over by this point.  I just want to thank Missy, Susan and Whitney for coming down to help us move in.  I love you all and appreciate EVERY MINUTE of your help!!!  Thank you!  Love you!

March 1, 2010

The Last Man Standing
Well, it's moving day.  We love everything about Woodsfield.  You will be missed greatly by the Hassels.  

February 28, 2010


Best Buddies

Regan stayed the night last night.  It was our last chance to have her to that house so we jumped all over it.  We are about to go to our last Sunday here.  We sure will miss this girl!

February 27, 2010

Tractor Plow
This complete stranger came and plowed our drive today.  I was so excited that I grabbed my camera and ran to the door!!!  Thank you Mr.!!!

February 26, 2010

Michael, Carter and Carter
Trying to get all the buddy time we can get while we are still here.  Carter is very reserved until he isn't any more.  WHEW!  That was a fun day!

February 25, 2010

The Mighty STINK EYE!!!
Michael has to prepare for this.  He looks away then concentrates VERY hard!  Hee hee hee.

February 24, 2010

Boxes
My past, my present and my future.  *Sigh*

February 23, 2010

Sleeping
Because I can't possibly take his picture if he has his eyes closed.  :º)  Maybe he'll warm up to the idea come October.  

February 22, 2010

Drawing class
I nearly forgot to take my daily photo today.  Whew!  Good thing I remembered at 11:30!  This is an apple.  This course has really challenged me.  I have learned so much about lighting, composition and texture.  I look forward to the next course!  

February 21, 2010

Midwinter
Was a complete success.  Brian and Rachel did an amazing job!  I can hardly wait to see what Kevin and Kimmy have to offer!!!

February 20, 2010

Jerry and Susan
Got married today!!!!  Congratulations!  We will miss you here, in the heart of it all.  

February 19, 2010

Kellen is...
So fun!  Delicious!  Hilarious!  Missy's Dude!  Kevin's Dude!

February 18, 2010

Monkey See.....
......Monkey DO!

February 17, 2010

OH SNOW!
It's been snowing a lot this month.  I'm sure it was higher than this.  We haven't had much school this month.

Monday, March 8, 2010

February 16, 2010

There's Got to Be Something to Do!!!
As the boxes are filling up the cupboards are emptying.  The boys have less and less to play with so they are finding ways to amuse themselves.  In turn, they are amusing me.  Carter found this spot and used the heck out of it.  He did NOT like the doors open.  He was hiding and that was that.  He is so much better at this than his brother.  Michael hasn't quite figured out the hiding end of hide and seek.  

February 15, 2010

Curious
I just love this view.

February 14, 2010

Valentine's Day Dinner
Moffett-Fletcher had a Valentines dinner today.  The irony of this photo cracks me up.  It was Valentine's day and these men were sitting together talking and their wives were at another table talking. It was so romantic.  :ºD

February 13, 2010

Snow Drift
Something about that title makes me think of "TOE PICK!"  We moved some things to our new place today.  Kimmy and I were about 15 minutes in front of everyone else so we stopped at this boat ramp and fulfilled our photo-of-the-day requirements.  I can't wait to check this place out in the spring when there is color.

February 12, 2010

Check Out the Size of That Icecicle!!!
This thing came off our back gutter.  Regan and Michael LOVED it!  Michael even played it like a guitar.

February 11, 2010

This Boy...
...Makes the best faces!!!  I'm sorry for the reason they had to be here but I am NEVER sorry to see Gwenn and Isaac!  Gwenn and anybody for that matter.  I'm glad I got the chance to see them even if it was two short visits over two and a half weeks.  He was cheesing it up for my camera.

February 10, 2010

Sofa Sandwich
My Carter finds the best hiding places.  He was between the sofa bed and the seat cushion.

February 9, 2010


Now That's What I'm Talkin' About!
This spaghetti is one of my favorite dishes ever.  So what if my kid is still in his jammies enjoying this deliciousness?  Thank you Grandpa Alaburda for passing this yumminess on!