We have been gearing up for our family vacation next week. We are taking the kids to Kansas City for the whole week. We are leaving next Sunday and coming back on Friday.
We are planning on going to World's of Fun, Ocean's of Fun, the zoo, and Union Station, which is a restored 1914 train station with a science center planetarium, and train exibit (have to fit something educational in there with school starting so soon). We are also planning on doing their school shopping.
I'm sure we'll all be worn out by Friday! I'm trying to plan ahead as much as possible, but am still sure of forgetting something!
Pictures galore and a run-down will be posted when we get back!!
Sunday, July 29, 2007
Sunday, July 22, 2007
Busy Saturday
Yesterday Paige and I went to Laurens to celebrate the 125th birthday of the town.
It started with the parade. She and I helped pass out jerky with the Jack Link's crew. It was such a long parade route that I pulled her in the wagon that we had decked out with Jack Link's boxes and ribbons. She loved helping pass out the goodies to everyone.
After the parade we met up with my cousin, Kelly and her kids, Kennedy and Landen. We had an awesome lunch together at the Masonic Lodge. And then went to some of the Main Street activities for the kids. The girls had a ball at the water fights at the Fire Station and the giant inflatable "jumpies" in the business district. There was also a kiddie train made out of barrels and pulled by small tractor.
I ran into a few classmates that were also on Main Street with their children. It's so funny how little everyone has changed in appearance even though it's been almost (gulp!) 20 years since we've graduated.
I didn't get to see any of the evening activities since Paige and I left town about 4:00 to get ready to head to the racetrack.
The poor girl was wiped out by the time we finally got home about 10:00 last night.
It started with the parade. She and I helped pass out jerky with the Jack Link's crew. It was such a long parade route that I pulled her in the wagon that we had decked out with Jack Link's boxes and ribbons. She loved helping pass out the goodies to everyone.
After the parade we met up with my cousin, Kelly and her kids, Kennedy and Landen. We had an awesome lunch together at the Masonic Lodge. And then went to some of the Main Street activities for the kids. The girls had a ball at the water fights at the Fire Station and the giant inflatable "jumpies" in the business district. There was also a kiddie train made out of barrels and pulled by small tractor.
I ran into a few classmates that were also on Main Street with their children. It's so funny how little everyone has changed in appearance even though it's been almost (gulp!) 20 years since we've graduated.
I didn't get to see any of the evening activities since Paige and I left town about 4:00 to get ready to head to the racetrack.
The poor girl was wiped out by the time we finally got home about 10:00 last night.
Monday, June 11, 2007
Gone Fishin'
Josh and Paige went fishing today with Doug, our Schwan's man, and his son, Tanner.
They caught lots of fish and had some quality "father-daughter" time.
Sunday, June 3, 2007
Memorial Weekend
Ok, so I know it's a little late getting posted but anyway............
We had a wonderful Memorial weekend. We all actually had the whole weekend off and had some family time together. That doesn't seem to happen much these days, so I really enjoyed it.
On Saturday, the kids and I made the much-needed trip to Wal-Mart. We had lunch at Fazoli's (Paige's new favorite place) and got home just in time to unload the car, put everything away and reload for the races.
We had a great time at the races, as usual. Paige is actually a joy to take to the races this summer. She' finally big enough to know what's going on. She's her dad's biggest fan, cheering and jumping up and down for him. She's a hoot. The boys have always enjoyed the races, although they are much too cool to do any of the yelling and all that embarrassing stuff!
On Sunday, we went to Josh's Uncle Charlie's for a 1-year anniversary of moving/race party. We enjoyed a potluck with the family and watched the race on his big screen tv. Kyle spent the night with Charlie and really had fun with him.
On Monday, we were supposed to have lunch with Josh's mom and dad since Alyse, Charles and Ella were over, but we ended up taking Paige to the ER that morning. It was only pink eye, but had to have the eyedrops so she could go to daycare on Monday morning. Thank goodness for health insurance.
Josh and the boys went for lunch, and I stayed home with Paige. We love Ella and didn't want to take the chance of giving her pink eye.
That afternoon, we called Grandma and Grandpa and asked if they wanted to chance it and come over for a BBQ for supper. They're very brave and came over. We also invited our next-door neighbor, Barb. Paige just loves Barb and goes to visit every chance she gets.
We grilled hot dogs, hamburgers and some ribs. And then made S'mores after supper.
Grandpa Roger playing horseshoes and ring toss with the kids.
We had a wonderful Memorial weekend. We all actually had the whole weekend off and had some family time together. That doesn't seem to happen much these days, so I really enjoyed it.
On Saturday, the kids and I made the much-needed trip to Wal-Mart. We had lunch at Fazoli's (Paige's new favorite place) and got home just in time to unload the car, put everything away and reload for the races.
We had a great time at the races, as usual. Paige is actually a joy to take to the races this summer. She' finally big enough to know what's going on. She's her dad's biggest fan, cheering and jumping up and down for him. She's a hoot. The boys have always enjoyed the races, although they are much too cool to do any of the yelling and all that embarrassing stuff!
On Sunday, we went to Josh's Uncle Charlie's for a 1-year anniversary of moving/race party. We enjoyed a potluck with the family and watched the race on his big screen tv. Kyle spent the night with Charlie and really had fun with him.
On Monday, we were supposed to have lunch with Josh's mom and dad since Alyse, Charles and Ella were over, but we ended up taking Paige to the ER that morning. It was only pink eye, but had to have the eyedrops so she could go to daycare on Monday morning. Thank goodness for health insurance.
Josh and the boys went for lunch, and I stayed home with Paige. We love Ella and didn't want to take the chance of giving her pink eye.
That afternoon, we called Grandma and Grandpa and asked if they wanted to chance it and come over for a BBQ for supper. They're very brave and came over. We also invited our next-door neighbor, Barb. Paige just loves Barb and goes to visit every chance she gets.
We grilled hot dogs, hamburgers and some ribs. And then made S'mores after supper.
Grandpa Roger playing horseshoes and ring toss with the kids.
Sunday, May 20, 2007
Pre-School Graduation
On Wednesday night we attended Paige's Pre-School Graduation Ceremony.
The program was so cute. The kids sang about 5 or 6 songs. Paige got to be "Monday" in one of them. She's so talented!
Then they put on their mortorboards and received their diplomas from Mr. Moody, the elementary school principal.
Sunday, April 22, 2007
Wasserbahn
Since the races were cancelled last weekend, we took the kids to Williamsburg to the Wasserbahn Waterpark. It is inside the Holiday Inn there, similiar to the one we have gone to in Owatonna, Mn.
All the kids had a ball. There were 2 big waterslides, a "water walk" where you walk across these floating logs. Cam was trying to get across them without using the rope. He took a few headers, but was getting pretty good by the end of the trip.
There was a big kids area that had Paige occupied for hours. She even got brave enough to go down both big water slides by herself. There was a slower green one that I could hear her coming down. Whoo-hoo. She tried the fast red one, but came out crying. It was dark and fast. She did not like it at all!
We also did a little shopping at the Outlet Mall near the park and picked up a few summer clothes for the kids.
At least we got a little vacation in before the racing season started.
Sunday, April 8, 2007
To Kindergarten or Not to Kindergarten
Paige went to Kindergarten Round-Up at the Catholic School and Prep/Kdg. Round-Up the Elementary School the end of March.
She is probably going to attend the Catholic School but, she had to go to the Prep Round-Up because when we had her Pre-school parent/teacher conference, the Pre-school teachers recommended she go to Prep (which is Pre-K) next year and go to Kindergarten the year after. They are basing it on her birthday, which is August 28th, only 2 weeks before the cut-off, and the fact that they think she is not ready for Kindergarten. Apparently, she's too bossy and that is a sign of social immaturity. I told the teacher I thought it showed signs of leadership. I don't think she bought that. Besides, what do they expect? She is bossy! She also needs to work on her fine motor skills like cutting and writing. The next day Paige got some new scissors and some workbooks. I'm starting to think that the teacher's don't want to "teach" the kids anymore, the kids are just supposed to know everything.
I agree she's not ready for Kindergarten, but I don't think they'll let her in high school yet!!
Boppin with the Doodlebops
Paige and I went to see the Doodlebops in Spencer yesterday. She loved it. For those of you who do not know who the Doodlebops are....(I'm sure there are some of you), the Doodlebops have a show on the Disney Channel. It's kind of a rock and roll show for kids.
We just made it a girl's day out. We stopped for lunch, went to the show and did a little shopping.
Sunday, March 11, 2007
The Grandmas
Cam, Paige and I went to visit my Grandma Snow on Sunday. My mom was out there too, so I thought it would be a good opportunity to get some pictures.
My mom, my Grandma, me and Paige
My Grandma, my mom and Paige
My Grandma, my mom and Cam
Me and my Grandma Snow
Paige with her Great-Grandma
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Sunday, March 4, 2007
What's for Lunch?
Paige's favorite lunch......octopus and seaweed!
It's actually just hot dogs sliced 3/4 of the way up and then boiled until the "legs" curl. Of course, I added ketchup eyes and a smile. And the seaweed is Ramen Noodles with green food coloring.
It's always a suprise around here at lunchtime!
It's actually just hot dogs sliced 3/4 of the way up and then boiled until the "legs" curl. Of course, I added ketchup eyes and a smile. And the seaweed is Ramen Noodles with green food coloring.
It's always a suprise around here at lunchtime!
Saturday, February 10, 2007
The Karate Kid
Miss Paige has decided she "loves karate". I'm pretty sure Spongebob is into karate, too. Hmmm....Coincidence? I think not!
Clean Up, Clean Up....
Not only is Paige a good helper when it's time to bake, she also likes to help clean up......
although it probably would have been easier to use a spatula rather than sticking her whole face in the bowl.
although it probably would have been easier to use a spatula rather than sticking her whole face in the bowl.
Thursday, January 11, 2007
Sesame Street Live
Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street....
Last night Paige and I went to Spencer to Sesame Street Live:Elmo Makes Music.
We had awesome seats in the front row right next to where the performers entered and exited the stage so Paige had an "up close and personal" view of everything. She even got to "give five" to Bert and hug Big Bird. The whole show was very interactive, with all the kids yelling out the answers to the questions and really getting into the show. It was so much fun.
Of course I took lots of pictures, but still can't get them to download onto the computer. Hopefully soon!
Monday, January 1, 2007
Happy 2007
I've been trying to download my Christmas pictures, but for some reason they just don't seem to want to leave the camera. Hopefully I'll be able to post some soon.
We had a wonderful holiday season. Seeing everyone we haven't seen in a while, eating way too much and enjoying the Christmas season.
Josh and the kids (I wasn't feeling well) went to Newell for Christmas Eve dinner at his Grandpa Spurbeck's. We then stayed home for supper and waited for Santa to come.
Paige woke everyone up about 6:30 Christmas morning because, of course, Santa came to our house. The kids had a good time opening their presents. I think they all got what they wanted (and more). The boys got some DVD's they wanted and Paige's favorite thing is her Easy Bake Oven. The whole family has already taste tested the finished product. Mmmmmm.....Delicious?
We went to the Hohensee Christmas in Pocahontas for lunch and Bingo on Christmas day. That's always lots of fun.
We waited until the 30th to have Christmas in Des Moines at Charles and Alyse's house. Thanks for hosting this year! It was so much fun watching all the kids open and enjoy their presents. They play so well together and have so much fun.
It reminds me of when I was young and couldn't wait to spend time with my cousins, Darla and Lynda on my mom's side and my cousin, Barbara on my dad's.
We had a little New Year's Eve "party" at home with the kids last night. Josh made junk food platters, we watched movies and were all in bed by 10:30. Whooo Hooo!
We hope this new year finds everyone healthy and happy!
Love to everyone.....
We had a wonderful holiday season. Seeing everyone we haven't seen in a while, eating way too much and enjoying the Christmas season.
Josh and the kids (I wasn't feeling well) went to Newell for Christmas Eve dinner at his Grandpa Spurbeck's. We then stayed home for supper and waited for Santa to come.
Paige woke everyone up about 6:30 Christmas morning because, of course, Santa came to our house. The kids had a good time opening their presents. I think they all got what they wanted (and more). The boys got some DVD's they wanted and Paige's favorite thing is her Easy Bake Oven. The whole family has already taste tested the finished product. Mmmmmm.....Delicious?
We went to the Hohensee Christmas in Pocahontas for lunch and Bingo on Christmas day. That's always lots of fun.
We waited until the 30th to have Christmas in Des Moines at Charles and Alyse's house. Thanks for hosting this year! It was so much fun watching all the kids open and enjoy their presents. They play so well together and have so much fun.
It reminds me of when I was young and couldn't wait to spend time with my cousins, Darla and Lynda on my mom's side and my cousin, Barbara on my dad's.
We had a little New Year's Eve "party" at home with the kids last night. Josh made junk food platters, we watched movies and were all in bed by 10:30. Whooo Hooo!
We hope this new year finds everyone healthy and happy!
Love to everyone.....
Sunday, December 10, 2006
Baking Christmas Cookies
Today Paige and I made and decorated Christmas cookies. It was quite and experience to say the least.
She really got into it. She likes to be called the "dumper" whenever we bake something. Because it's her job to dump the items into the big bowl.
She loved decorating the cookies. We made different colored frosting, used colored sugar and sprinkles.
Dad even got to help.
Our beautiful cookies.....
Sunday, December 3, 2006
Seems like forever....
since I've blogged. I can't believe it's been a month already. I just don't know where all the time goes.
We had a wonderful Thanksgiving with the family. We went to Darwin and Debby Eaton's on Thanksgiving day with the Hohensee's. We enjoyed dinner and an afternoon of visiting with everyone.
Later that afternoon, we put up our outside Christmas lights since it was so nice outside. There just seems to be something odd about putting up your Christmas lights while wearing spring jackets instead of parkas!
I had to work the day after Thanksgiving, but Josh ventured out to the stores. I haven't yet decided if he's brave or stupid:) He got alot of bargains and I got a new Christmas tree, so I guess he's brave AND thoughtful.
I only had to work until noon on Friday, so we put up our Christmas tree that afternoon. Let me tell you, it's just beautiful! Paige did most of the work and is so proud of herself. She let Cam help a little bit, but I don't think he really minded not helping much.
We made a trip to Sioux City to finish up our shopping yesterday. I think we are DONE! And Josh and I wrapped it all today. Well, I wrapped and he put the name tags on everything. That counts as helping, doesn't it?
I'm sure Christmas will be here before we realize. Hope everyone is ready for the holidays.
We had a wonderful Thanksgiving with the family. We went to Darwin and Debby Eaton's on Thanksgiving day with the Hohensee's. We enjoyed dinner and an afternoon of visiting with everyone.
Later that afternoon, we put up our outside Christmas lights since it was so nice outside. There just seems to be something odd about putting up your Christmas lights while wearing spring jackets instead of parkas!
I had to work the day after Thanksgiving, but Josh ventured out to the stores. I haven't yet decided if he's brave or stupid:) He got alot of bargains and I got a new Christmas tree, so I guess he's brave AND thoughtful.
I only had to work until noon on Friday, so we put up our Christmas tree that afternoon. Let me tell you, it's just beautiful! Paige did most of the work and is so proud of herself. She let Cam help a little bit, but I don't think he really minded not helping much.
We made a trip to Sioux City to finish up our shopping yesterday. I think we are DONE! And Josh and I wrapped it all today. Well, I wrapped and he put the name tags on everything. That counts as helping, doesn't it?
I'm sure Christmas will be here before we realize. Hope everyone is ready for the holidays.
Sunday, November 5, 2006
Arenacross
We took the kids to Des Moines on Saturday to see the Arenacross....So Much Fun! We are definately going to see it again sometime.
I don't know who's going to want a dirtbike first, Cam or Paige. I was really surprised how much she enjoyed it. She was really getting into the freestyle riders. They were doing all kinds of tricks that she loved. Guess I'd better size her up for a helmet now.
We told Cam we were going to Sesame Street Live. He was VERY surprised when we got there. Totally worth lying to your kid when you get to see that kind of look!
Trick or Treat
Paige dressed as a mermaid for Halloween this year......
She wasn't really into the trick-or-treating at first but got the hang of it later in the evening and came home with a boat load of candy. Just what she needs!
She wasn't really into the trick-or-treating at first but got the hang of it later in the evening and came home with a boat load of candy. Just what she needs!
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