Tuesday, May 20, 2008

NEW GRAND BABY IS COMING

OUR NEW GRANDBABY IS COMING 080808!




As of yet we do not know what Aaron is getting, a brother or sister. Mommy and Daddy love surprises. We are anxiously awaiting the magical date in August to find out along with everyone else. Hopefully our grand baby will keep the magical date of 080808 as her or his birth date. We love you already.

Friday, April 04, 2008

It's been a long while!

It's been a long while!



We spent the first week of August in the Orlando area vacationing with our Daughter, son-in-law, grandbaby and our sons. watching the boys enjoy Disney World was great! Watching ron enjoying Disney orld waas even better.


Catching NEMO

What a great Family Photo! Chip and Dale were great to allow us to join them in their photo shoot. We were still fresh... it was early in the day.

A break in the day, the boys convinced dad to dip in the pool. It is always fun when he does this. They have more fun with him in the water than with me. Dad gets rough with them and they love it.

Back a Disney World Grandpap takes a break with Aaron. Mom is taking care of business so Grandpa and Abuelita are with enjoying Aaron. He such a good boy.



An indoor ride! The cool way to see Disney...This was the space ship...



You can tell we are starting to poop out on our third day of Disney. We are in Tfhe Jungle!!!



Cooling off with mommy!


Is it bed time or dinner time yet???


Tuesday, July 17, 2007

Paintjam Dan Dunn

This artist is amazing! ENJOY!

Monday, June 18, 2007

June 9th 2007 Graduation and Birthday!! Michael way to go!


MICHAEL GRADUATED ON HIS 20TH BIRTHDAY! Don't know what was more important on his mind...graduation or his birthday. The day started like Christmas morning..Mommy, Dad, it's morning and it's MY birthday, is all we heard at 6:00 a.m. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Michael, go back to sleep it is early, three of us answered... no can do, we got back... SO, up we got and started a very emotional day!



Your cake: from your first birthday picture to your Senior picture. How handsome you've grown.


The asthma of his youth is well controlled as Michael starts his second decade. The candles all go out with one breath! We are all happy that this has been under control for many years now.Happy birthday son!
Some teenagers would most likely be out doing other things..Michael, well he thought that going under his GRADUATION sign would signify water under a bridge or passing through a tunnel to the other side of life... interesting thinker our son!
He is starting to get tired...
I need my rest, mom...I have a big evening coming up.
Daddy always helps with the tie..Getting ready for the BIG WALK.
Michael headed for the stage. We were right in front of him, yet he only saw our old friends behind us and greeted them. He was so focused on where he was going and what he was about to do that nothing else mattered.
I DID IT! Daddy, mommy I DID IT! YEA When do we eat?????

The teacher with the MOST..Ms. Melissa Tucker..One of the best teachers that Michael has had. Ms. Tucker was Michael's case manager for the past 3 years. She taught English, Math, and Science pluse many daily things that we all appreciate.


Her staff of one aid and student teachers have been great. She kept us informed of every detail of his education way beyond what was expected. Against all odds she does wonders with her students and all of their special needs. We are very grateful to her and all that she has done and continues to do in her career.
It was a beautiful day at the Germain Amphitheatre. Michael looks pooped...it's hard work graduating...
Josue' thanks for the help, You're next, now we go to eat...yes!!
!Michael's traditional dinner for the last 12 years has been at the Fujiyama Steak House of Japan. He loves the fanfare and atmosphere. He would love to work here.

What a great day.

You only GRADUATE ONCE FROM HIGH SCHOOL AND YOU ONLY TURN 20 ONCE... and MOST DEFINITELY AND RARELY ONCE ON THE SAME DAY.

CONGRATULATIONS MICHAEL!









Friday, June 15, 2007

Remember Me

This was made by a young girl from Central Ohio. She is still in High School. This is very moving.

Thursday, April 19, 2007

Bowling with Josue'

Josue' was on Easter Week break. We had the week to ourselves. That is something we don't normally have. He has wanted to return to the Bowling Alley since he was 6 years old. So off we went! He didn't want the bumpers to be used or any help from me, he said " I know how to bowl mom!" He knows all! I have a set of Encyclopedia to sell real cheap if anybody is interested!!! :-)

He was very happy each time he knocked the pins down. He said I was a pro when I rolled a strike on the first frame. What a way to impress my son! Too bad I didn't keep it going!!!!
Josue' kept checking his score, just couldn't believe he was get so many gutter balls, after all HE knew how to bowl. His first game was a 56 pretty good for the second time in a Bowling Alley.
Aah, but by the second game that ball was getting heavy! The ball just liked the gutter a little too much for Josue's liking... But as you all can see he rolled a spare and a strike in the 10th frame and pulled a 55 to my 97 not bad!
Way to go Josue' It was a GREAT 2 hours with you my youngest son.

Thursday, April 05, 2007

Our Spring

Spring in Central Ohio is always interesting! This past weekend and on Monday and Tuesday we had absolutely beautiful weather. The temperature remained in the mid 70 an inched toward the 80 degree mark, with a hint of a breeze. Yesterday was another story... the cold air came in and the temperature went down....this morning Thursday...we woke up to 27 degrees and snow blowing around! The saying goes "Stick around, the weather will CHANGE any minute here in Ohio" Boy are they right...who ever "they" are.

I took these photos of the moon Tuesday evening, Michael and Josue' thought it was a sign...


These were taken before the complete temperature change took over. I hope the quick freeze won't ruin the blossoms on the flowering cherry.The wind was quite strong.
This is my favorite time of year in Westerville. Our cul-de-sac is just beautiful with all the blooming trees and flowers.

Thursday, March 22, 2007

HUNTING FOR R2D2 THE MAILBOX

WE HAD FUN LOOKING FOR THIS MAILBOX THIS PAST SATURDAY.

Saturday, March 17, 2007

SAINT PATRICK'S DAY

St. Patrick
(415?-493?)


What distinguishes Patrick is the durability of his efforts. When one considers the state of Ireland when he began his mission work, the vast extent of his labors (all of Ireland) and how the seeds he planted continued to grow and flourish, one can only admire the kind of man Patrick must have been. The holiness of a person is known only by the fruits of his or her work.



St. Patrick's Prayer

God's strength to direct me,
God's power to sustain me,
God's wisdom to guide me,
God's vision to light me,
God's ear to my hearing,
God's word to my speaking,
God's hand to uphold me,
God's pathway before me,
God's shield to protect me,
God's legions to save me.
—from A Retreat With St. Patrick