This month we were super excited to go paddling. Only there was a strong storm forecast to come in right as we start. Just the same, I packed up the boats. Down at the river, I unloaded the boats just in case the storm passed. The canoe in the back is about 120 lbs, so … Continue reading “153rd Sunset Race 8/12/2021”
COVID sure makes it hard to celebrate. Last May, Danelle earned her Ph.D in Biology, but we were in the midst of a pandemic. The kids and I sat in the arena waiting for the ceremony to begin. It was rather empty! All masked up and by ourselves. When the ceremony started, we were pleasantly … Continue reading “Danelle’s Graduation – 8/7/2021”
Sonora likes to spend time in Kansas City in the summer. Its great to catch up with family and a change of scenery. Here she is in Hannah’s apartment. Hannah not wanting to accept its a new day 🙂 I didn’t end up getting in the Webster/Kirkwood parade this year, but that didn’t stop me … Continue reading “July – 2021”
My parents and Hannah came in from Kansas City to visit for the weekend. Like all visits, we spend lots of time in the house talking and catching up on each other’s lives.The came a few days before the weekend so Danelle and I still had to work. On the first evening they arrived, Mom … Continue reading “Parents and Hannah come to St. Louis – 7/20/2021”
When I think of Father’s Day, I like to think of a relaxing day doing whatever nothing I want and the kids leave me alone. Yeah, not very fatherly of me… And the kids wanted to treat me (meaning they said where I go and I pay). Therefore, we started off at a bowling alley. … Continue reading “Father’s Day – 6/20/2021”
We called up our good friends Kelly and Jeff and asked if they wanted to do a paddling double date on the Missouri river. I promised to bring all the supplies and do most of the work if they provided the company. I was quite surprised when they agreed. Of course I needed to make … Continue reading “Water Double Date – 6/13/2021”
We love home made strawberry jelly. We’ve made it before, but its been a few years. We recently went to a strawberry patch to pick them, but we were too late in the season. We purchased what strawberries they had left and brought them home. Then we invited Danelle’s parents over to help us make … Continue reading “Strawberry Syrup – 6/6/2021”
I’m not sure what prompts Corvin to do this, but he still randomly runs and jumps on my back. We were playing a round of disc golf this time. I’m glad I’m fit enough to still carry him and enjoy it. Danelle managed to capture this madness! Danelle very much enjoys the company of our … Continue reading “May 2021”
With Covid-19 still a thing the track awards were scaled back. Only the athletes receiving awards and their families were allowed to attend in person. Corvin was not getting an award, so he opted to watch on Zoom with several other teammates. They had a large screen in the gym with the Zoom participants. And … Continue reading “Track Awards – 5/18/2021”
What could be a better celebration for Sonora’s birthday then holding all of the cats at once! Of course birthdays are best when they are celebrated. We started in the late evening hanging out with her friends in the back yard. Pizza and conversation. Of course we had cake. Chocolate cake with a peanut butter … Continue reading “Sonora’s Birthday – 5/15/2021”