O'er The Course O' The Weekend

Okay, first off I should probably explain why the lack of posts lately. Well, it's quite simple. We cancelled internet because we were paying an arm and a leg since no longer getting the bundle discount with Charter when we cancelled cable. We were picking up a wicked awesome signal from a neighbor, so made the decision to just be moochers and use their internet. Not so fast. The minute we disconnected, that signal disappeared too. And it took two weeks to finally get hooked up with internet again. Yowch. Lesson learned.

Needless to say, I have A LOT of updating to get done, including 4th of July! So, I'm taking it bits and pieces at a time (thankfully Amy updated some this afternoon; see her posts below). And as Jack's shirt above states, "That's How I Roll." Profound.

Yes, Jack is wearing Aunt Emily's snakeskin pumps in this photo. And yes, we think it's funny. He is obsessed with all kinds of shoes and these were the first that stuck on his little feet (and they made clompy sounds when he stepped). A lot more fun for him than dad's flip flops. Speaking of which, about a month ago, Amy was helping Jack put on his Thomas sandals. She said something about the Thomas shoes, and he looked up, serious as ever, and said, "My Thomas Shoes. They're best shoes." That they are, Jack. That they are.

Classy heels.

We had Amy's brother Jake, sister Emily and Papa Tom at the house this weekend. It definitely called for the pool to be filled. Jack took the lead on that one...

Jacob demonstrating his might.
Uncle Jake and Jack. They had a wee tiff on Saturday, but it ended quickly.
Nothin' says summer like an box of generic AJ.
What a sharp kid. Look at that blond hair!
He and Jake were goofing. Either that or this is when I was singing "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" and making the last word of each line sound really goofy. Yeah, I think that was it actually.

He's freaking adorb.
Emmy and Jack playing with his cop car.
Jack convinced Emily to hang out with him on Mom and Dad's bed and watch "Max and Ruby". Okay, the show is fine and all and it's very age appropriate, but Jack is completely obsessed with this show. For about a week it was all he wanted to do. He'd just say "Max. Urby." over and over all day long. We'd give in but only after he played outside a while. And with this gnarly humidity, I can't say I blame him for wanting to chill inside.
Jakey sleepy.
Papa Tom took Jack for a walk in the park the other day just the two of them. A pleasant trip enjoyed by both of them...and all of us at the house who didn't have to watch "Max and Ruby" for an hour. Bless you, Gramps. Bless you.

Makin' Pizza

Mommy was folding laundry this morning and heard
a commotion in the kitchen. When she went to investigate
this is what she found- Jack trying to bake a wooden pizza.

This is the reaction Mommy got when she told Jack
he is suppose to tell Mommy when he wants to use the oven.

Pictures from Aunt Susan

This picture was taken at Amy's Grandpa's viewing.
Front row: Amy's sister Emily,cousin Joe, Grandma,
and cousin Kaylee. Back row: Jack, Dave, Amy, Uncle Dan,
and cousin Jessica. All of Grandpa's grandchildren and
great grand child were there except Amy's brother Jacob.

Aunt Susan took this picture when we were in Des Moines.
Mommy loves how the light hits Jack's face.

Updates Coming

I'm having trouble with blogger.com right now. I've been trying to upload photos, but it's being uncooperative. Stay tuned for numerous updates on our weekend...



The Management

Playing With Peytunia

The third vid wasn't working, so I'm trying to get it reloaded...

I didn't actually hear the words "giggle gaggles" but I'm pretty sure that's what they were playin'...

Studious Maximus

Jack got ahold of my glasses the other morning. If it weren't for the binky, I'd say he could pass for a grad student...

Congrats, Nanci and Jay!

(Yes, the camera smudge is back!)

We got to meet our newest friend Jace yesterday after hanging out downtown. He is adorb!

Here is Jay with his firstborn. He is taking to the whole 'daddy' thing like a natural!

We made sure Jack wore his "I wasn't born yesterday" shirt since Jace was, in fact, born the day before. We're clevs.

Amy and one of her bestest friend's son. She was going crazy all week, ready for Nanci to have the baby! She called me several times over the past two weeks and would say "I called Nanci earlier but she hasn't called me back. I bet she's in labor!" To which I would ask how long ago she called and she would say "more than an hour ago!" Thanks, Nanci, for finally having your baby! I also got to hold Jace but the camera batteries died by then...

Celebrating Our City's Diverse Ethnic Heritage Through Thrillseeking Adventure

We trotted on down to the Ethnic Festival yesterday after our garage sale and before going to visit Jace and seeing the movie "Wall-E" (yeah, we like to cram everything into 1 day). We noticed these ponies but didn't think Jack would want to take part. Boy, were we wrong! Mr. Independent would barely even let me walk beside him.
He kept saying "ya! ya!" like a cowboy, making horse sounds and saying "thanks, horse". I didn't have the heart to tell him it was a pony. Pish posh...
I ignored his blatant requests not to be joined on his ride. Then we went down the mega slide...four times.
And something got on our camera lens. We didn't notice so the next couple of photos will have a smudge. Sorry!

After the slide, we enjoyed Indian tacos, chicken-on-a-stick, funnel cakes and listened to some music. We even saw our good friend Scott Kleeb again! He remembered Jack from the caucus. How could you forget a face like that?

Our Trip To Des Moines

We went to Des Moines for grandpa's visitation. We kinda forgot to take very many photos while there. Maybe Susan has some (hint hint).

Here is Jack 'driving' our car.
Then he hit up Grandma to let him drive hers. Did she give in?
She sure did!
Helping with the garden.
Amy's cousin Kaylee pulling weeds by the tomatoes.
Jack met the neighbors' granddaughter, Samantha. They ran a lot and I didn't get really any pictures. Ooops.
Granny Janny and Great-Grandma Edna. They look nothing alike.
And grandma getting plants ready for us to take home. How cool is it that Susan grows her own garden plants with her greenhouse lights in her basement?!'

Dave Ja Vu Update

Yeah, it seems crazy for me to update my other blog, twice in one week, but I did.

This one is inspired by Amy's grandpa.

http://www.davejavu.wordpress.com/

Hail? Yes.

Our yard took a beating the other day when a short but hail-acious storm blew through. My garden is a little worse for the wear, but it'll survive.

Plop, plop.
Yes, that's a tractor tire. Don't ask.
Everything's coming up daisies 'round here.

Palisade Pioneer Days--A Week Later...

We forgot our camera for our trip to Palisade, but Missy was kind enough to share her photos with us. Okay, truthfully, I stole them off her blog. Thanks, Miss!

Here's Grandma Elaine hanging with Jake, Nate and Luke--three of her five great-grandsons.

My dad drove Peyton in the parade. She was chosen as Miss Poppy for the American Legion Auxiliary. I think my dad had to do the lion's share of the candy throwing from what I could see...
Amy, Jack and I getting ready for the parade. Jack loved it!
Going after the candy with Matt and Luke.
Jack was probably watching his uncle act like a very heinous hood ornament. (My Broseph went through the parade in drag to advertise the "Guys As Gals" softball game in the park later.)
Yeah, that's my brother, Josephina.

My cousin Vanessa brought Addison this weekend too! It was great to see them again and to hang out with them! They're such fun.
Missy hosted a belated party for Jack's birthday on Sunday, before we took off for Des Moines.

Here, Jack shows Tori how to play with trucks.
Addison and her dad at Jack's party. She is ALL personality.
Jack with his cake.
Mrfprpfhmm!

The chaos.
Jack gave everyone a hug and said 'thanks'. Here, he hugs Grandma Mary Lou for giving him a car from my grandpa's collection of toy cars. He loves the car, for the record! That also gave Grammy Tami a chance to steal another hug too! Everyone wins!

I stole this photo from Mindy's blog. We were getting ready to go down to the ballpark for that insanity. Jack and I decided it was a good time to 'rastle.
And I saved the best for last. When we first got there, I noticed the ugliest dress and had to know who was wearing it. Sure enough, it was my cousin Andrew in this glorious housedress. Gorge, Andrew!

Dave Ja Vu Update

I finally got around to updating my 'other' blog while we were away for a while. For those of you without the link, here it is:

http://www.davejavu.wordpress.com/

Enjoy! It's a doozy.

In Loving Memory

Great Grandpa George passed away Friday evening. We got the call while on our way to Palisade for the weekend. Granny Janny told us to continue our sojourn and to enjoy the weekend in Palisade. We are having a birthday party for Jack today at Missy's then heading to Des Moines.
We will all miss Grandpa very much, but we're thankful his suffering has finally ended.

Pool Cue

We've had this pool, purchased from a garage sale for a buck, since 2006. It got a little use last year. But judging from the look on this kid's face, it'll get some use this summer!

Re-dic Predicts

The Fetus Whisperer is now 12 for 14 at this point, after predicting two girls and sticking by his guns!

My boss, Ashley, and her hubby recently added a girl to their fam. Jayda was born on Friday, and in true Fetus Whisperer fashion, I predicted a girl for her and Steve the first day I met her. I'm that good!

And yesterday we got word that my Broseph and Jack's Aunt Sarah are adding another girl. According to the ultrasound, Peyton will be the oldest of two girls! Yay!

Man, the medical community could save millions each year by utilizing my talents!