Sonora tried out for and was accepted for the 8th grade All Suburban Orchestra in St. Louis. This consisted of multiple practice sessions at a local school and many hours of at home practice to master the music. Today was the day they presented their music to the public. We were lucky enough to have … Continue reading “All Suburban Orchestra – 1/11/2020”
That a great month. I finally ended my no-shave November. I started with a goatee. It didn’t take long before that was too much and I went to just a creepy mustache. It did keep me warm on some winter walks! Poor Coat Rack never gets any peace, but Sonora is happy! A great month! … Continue reading “December 2019”
The best thing about Christmas is kids and family. This Christmas, we got both of them in spades. My sister Holly is in KC now, allowing us to see them more. David and Lindsay are just adorable! We had a fantastic time hanging out as a family. Meals, and gifts exchanged, we also managed to … Continue reading “Christmas in KC – 12/23/2019”
Danelle’s friends from her college days try to meet every year for Christmas. This year, the gathering was held at our house. We acquired massive amounts of beverages and food to ensure that we all had a great time. Danelle made pie. And a second pie. Danelle and Laura (with Michael almost in the photo). … Continue reading “Honors Christmas – 12/21/2019”
We decided to get a real Christmas tree this year. Our first ever. We picked up Danelle’s dad and headed out to one of his friend’s farm in Washington, MO. It was extremely cold outside and we did get snow flurries while we looked for a tree. Danelle in her coveralls. Henry was colder than … Continue reading “Christmas Tree – 12/1/2019”
Sometimes you look back at the photos taken and wonder what you were thinking. I’ll let you bet the judge of this one. Sonora does love Coatrack! I put up Christmas lights and may have overdone it. Uncle Hiatt would be proud! Hogan Haake
Corvin wanted to participate in the Turkey Trot. We support his running. He has been injured, but he thinks he is on the mend. To keep things interesting, we got him a turkey costume to run in. He ran with many members of the Webster Groves High School Cross Country Team. Even Coach Jon Petter … Continue reading “Turkey Trot – 11/28/2019”
We had a weekend trip planned for Echo Bluff State Park. Echo Bluff is a fairly new state park in Missouri. We were going there to celebrate the Missouri Stream Team’s 30th anniversary. We shared a large cabin with two other couples and had plenty of space! This is actually a duplex. First floor is … Continue reading “Echo Bluff – 11/23/2019”
Having property is nice, but its also a lot of work. If you have improvements, then they have to be maintained. In our case, we were out there, caulking to keep the rain from rotting everything out. Ahh, Danelle sitting on the job. I’m probably in trouble based on the look she is giving me. … Continue reading “Waterfall – 11/17/2019”
Sonora participated in a Hixon Middle School Orchestra concert. Here’s a photo of her, then video if you’re interested. Hogan Haake