3/15/2020 Our second riding day of this trip and we’re now in Delaware. Its a small state, so we were not surprised by a small state sign. Or maybe we were not on a major highway and this was the best that we had. Either way, it was still a bit cold in the morning. … Continue reading “State 31 – Delaware”
I had a work trip that took me to New York City. Technically the trip was in Hoboken, NJ. Our hotel and customer were both along the Hudson River. This provides a clear site to Manhattan Island, or what everybody else knows as NYC. I won’t talk about the work trip as its work stuff. … Continue reading “New York City – 1/12/2020”
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”
To help celebrate Brad’s birthday at the office, we decided to decorate his desk. Eric and I went over to Michael’s Arts and Crafts to pick up some wrapping paper and string. Brad typically rolls into the office after 8:30 am. Therefore we would do it day of in the morning. Of course as we’re … Continue reading “Brad’s Birthday Surprise – 1/8/2020”
3/14/2020 Our thirty state and third in a single day. We were pushing our stamina and daylight, but we wanted to get this ride done. When we left, there were concerns about the Corona virus, but we left for the trip anyway. Getting done faster and getting back home seemed like a good idea. There … Continue reading “State 30 – Maryland”
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”
You don’t often brag about how dirty something you own is, but I’m going to now. We’ve had Danelle’s car since it was new. Its now 7 years old and its never been cleaned. Ok, it has been cleaned, but never detailed. We’ve done the occasional vacuum, but it was never clean like new. I … Continue reading “Clean Car – 12/12/2019”
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”