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.

Tomato Update!

As you can see, the tomatoes from last week are still there and turning a beautiful red. I took this photo this morning with hopes of picking it tonight before the deer or rabbits discover it. I'm thinkin' BLTs for dinner tonight!

Photo of the Day: July 26

Well, we never thought we'd see the day when Maura would be bidding farewell to Recreations Outlet. After 14 years, today is her last official day. Notice the happiness on both Maura and Courage as they dream of new adventures ahead. We all proud of you!

Photo of the Day: July 18th

Summer is definitely here! It is still hot and muggy...94 degrees, but this is great news for my two tomato plants. They love that hot, humid weather. I've got one turning red (bottom center) and many others soon to follow assuming the deer don't pick them off.
BLTs here we come.

Photo of the Day: July 16th

As temperatures flare in the Mideast, they do the same in the mid-west, USA. 96 degrees today and the order of the day was–chill out INSIDE! Our pal Courage is taking one of many naps in an effort to conserve energy. More high temps expected tomorrow!
Ta-Ta!

PHoto of the Day: July 10

Hi all...
We just returned from Northern Michigan last week and have just started to go through all the photos.
Here's our nerdy, LL Bean family getting ready to hike across Marquette Island just on the other side of Muskie Bay in Cedarville, MI. The hike is about 1.35 miles (according to the GPS) through dense pine forest. We packed in some hot dogs, chips, grapes and drinks and had a great time, despite the bugs!

Photo of the Day: June 18th

Father's Day: Unfortunately, mom had to work, so the girls and I headed for the Cincinnati Zoo. The girls really wanted to see the baby Tokin, an endangered, central Asian mountain goat. Check out the cool hooves on this momma!

June 17th 2006

Ok, ok. It has been a while since the last post. Things have been busy with work and family the last few weeks, but that is life!
Today we had our annual June Birthday Celebrations for Daughter No. 1 and myself. Looks like she got some good stuff judging by her expression! Anyway, we had a good crowd and a great meal with grilled chicken, pasta, fruit and tossed salad, macaroni and cheese, cake, drink, etc.

A Second Photo of the day: May 26th

Of course, no day would be complete without the dog. Courage accompanied us on our Nature Center journey. Hot weather took it's toll on the lad, but nothing a long tongue and a huge yawn wont fix!

Photo of the Day 1: May 26th

T'was a beautiful day in Cincinnati, nice day for a stroll at the Cincinnati Nature Center. We found this beautiful Tiger Swallowtail drying its wings on an old log near the Kripendorf Lodge. Hopefully he finished before a wise bird spotted the elegant insect!

Photo of the Day: May 25th

I know, I know. A week without a new image.
Moving on, last night, daughter No. 2 performed with her 3rd grade class as Ms. Frizzle, the energetic teacher from the Magic School Bus series. Everything went extremely well! The show was quite funny and our Ms. Frizzle put on a great performance with no signs of nervousness at all! She has one more performance tonight. Break a leg!

Photo of the Day: May18th

Ok, ok...enough of the dog! But I can't help it! This is Courage sending me off to work this morning. As I (or anyone else) drive, run or walk by, Courage chases us as far as the electric fence allows and then he does this bouncy, half circle at the end. It's a bad habit to encourage so when we're not home, he's confined to the back yard.
Bad news from the 5th grade election...after a good campaign, Daughter No. 1 did not get elected. She wasn't even allowed to wear the t-shirt I made her! She's tough though, and after a good cry and some comforting words, she's almost over it. We are very proud of her regardless., and I can't imagine what it must have felt like to delliver a speech in front of the entire school! Way to go, H!

Photo of the Day: May17th

Well, Daughter No. 1 is running for student body president this morning. She is supposed to give a campaign speech at 9:30 AM today, so last night I made her this T-shirt to wear during the speech. This is her and mom giving me the campaign strategy for the day. We should know the results either this afternoon or tomorrow. I'm really proud of her for taking this on!
Way to go!

Photo of the Day: May 16th

Up the street from my office in Amberley Village is French park. This stately home and the surrounding 275 acres was bequeathed to the City of Cincinnati in 1943 by Herbert Greer French.
According to the Hamilton County Park District, a tornado riped through the park in 1969, destroying over 540 trees. Not sure how old this bent tree is, but I'm going to guess at least 50 years old.