Photo of the Day: March 13

Last Sunday, the girls took their first flight in my parent plane. They were up for about 30 minutes and headed east down the Ohio River to Moscow, OH. While I was a little concerned, all went well and the girls loved it. This was a test flight in preparation for their trip to Texas for Easter.

Welcome Back

Ok, I'll admit, it has indeed been a while since the last post. It has been a very busy few months. With work and school still dominating plus trying to exercise and have a family life, time is short. I have also had several freelance jobs that have kept me busy as well. School is Monday and Tuesday eves till 9:00 pm. I have also secured a new position with a design firm downtown, which offerd a substantial raise. That begins March 19. No dental, but hey...I try to brush regularly!
Ciao!

Photo of the Day: January 4th

Rats...it's back to work for me!

The holidays are over, so here's a shot of my driving hand heading back to the office. Tempratures are still hovering in the mid 40s and 50s which is great for me. Training for the Flying Pig is about to get under way.

Photos of the Day:December 30, 2006

We had a guest today, and probably for the next 2 days. The neighbors gave us the opportunity to take care of Auggie, the labradoodle pup, for two days. Courage, our chessie and main dog of the house, was very tolerant as we set out on this adventure. Little Auggie is currently asleep in a crate in the girls room and all seems well!
Happy New Year!

Photo of the Day:December 26th

Christmas is 1 day old, but Courage still has that ol' Christmas spirit! He sat patiently and humbly while I snapped this reindeer photo. Everyone had a great holiday, though it's off to work for me tomorrow :o(

Merry Christmas, 2006

Well, the girls thought all was lost until this:

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Photo of the Dat: December 12

Well, the tree is now officially up and trimmed with the help of our three monkeys! We are now officially ready for Santa.
Happy Holidays!

Photo of the Day: December 7, 2007

Ahhh, winter came early today. Tempratures fell to the 20s and brought along a little snowfall...the first this year. I think we got about 1/2 inch today with little more expected.
The winter school semester is about through. 1 more class to go! I'm guessing 1 A in Graphic Design and hopefully a B in Art History.
Later!

Photo of the Day: December 1st

Wow, it has been a nice, warm Thanksgiving week...mid 60's for the most part. This was taken on Monday, Nov. 27. We escorted the kids to the bus stop, then Maura and I took the dog for a stroll at Alms Park overlooking Lunken airport. Unfortunately, the weather cmakes a downward turn today:o( Cold, windy and possible snow predicted for the weekend.

Maura's first listing!

Well, as reported earlier in the year, Maura quit her job with Recreations Outlet and began her career in Real Estate. It has been a rough road for everyone, but things are starting to blossom. We are proud to announce her first listing! WOO HOO! And even though it is in the (not so) thriving neighborhood of Finneytown, it's going to sell soon, dammit!

Photos of the Day: October 24

We celebrated Daughter No. 2's birthday this weekend. The actual date is the 31st, but given the choice between a party or trick-or-treat, the party loses. Anyway, following tradition, we use the creepy hand candles for the celebration. It's the last year for those, as she is turning 10 this year.

Photo of the Day: October 17, 2006

Five deer wandered into the garden today for a little snack! God love 'em! They started in the neighbor's yard and casually made their way to ours without a care in the world.

Photos of the Day: October 5

Went to a local music festival called Tall Stacks in Cincinnati last night...saw and took photos of some bluegrass greats, Peter Rowan, Tony Rice, Jerry Douglas, Tim O'Brian and Del McCoury. It's one thing to hear them on the radio or CD, yet quite an awesome experience to see them in person from the third row!
Even though it's a very expensive eat and drink event, it was a great time, despite not having Maura with me. We are going again tonight with the gurls.

Photos of the Day: September 27th

There comes a time in everyone's life when a change is necessary. About a year ago, Maura entered a contest with the local paper for a makeover, and was chosen! The photos here show her before and after results. The final photos will be part of a contest, with the winner becoming a feature in the Cincinnati Enquirer in early October! Very cool. Notice the beaming on her face in the last photo!

Photo of the Day: September 13th

Well, here's the typical morning routine! Getting ready for school, breakfast, the morning paper. It's a grand 'ol time indeed!
Today was a fairly cool, rainy day and one can definitely tell summer is about over. Soccer is in full swing as well as school. I'm in my 4th week, taking 2 classes this fall.

In addition to our Boxer friend, our son Courage had a great time but really needed some water to refuel.

Photo of the Day: Sept 9th

In Cincinnati, we have this terrific dog park where the animals run free and truly communicate with their peers. This boxer was particularly playful. Multiply this dog by about 30 and you'll get the idea.
Our son Courage meandered about, but this guy was all ove the place!

Photo of the Day: August 23rd

Ahh yes...school is in the air. In fact, it starts today for the girls, though it looks as if Courage is more excited! Actually, the girls could not wait to get out the door this morning. The weather was nice and cool.
I started back at NKU yesterday...the oldest one in the class! WOOHOO.

Photo of the Day: August 1

There's some serious braiding going on here! The girls are getting some extensive hair stylin done tonight after a long day at the pool. Temprature: 95 degrees with more to come tomorrow. We, as well as the rest of the nation, have had a heat wave for the past three days with no end in sight.

In other news, school starts for me on August 22nd, and for the girls on the 24th or 25th. I'm taking two more classes this fall. Frankly, I think everyone is ready to break the monotony of Summer!

Photo of the Day: July 29th

Sorry, I had a "Martha Stewart" moment this evening. My grilled chicken with home grown basil, tomato swiss cheese and morel mushrooms turned out so nice, I had to snap a photo. I even tried to blur it just like they do in the magazine.
It wasvery tasty though.