Tomorrow, my niece Ella will be one month old! Congrats to her and her proud parents! 🙂
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The Weekend — A Summary
Okay, it’s time to share more details about the weekend.
On Saturday morning, I made breakfast for the four of us (Me, Jenelle, Dave, & Amanda). Actually, Jenelle made the batter for the waffles, so she made a major contribution. We also had “maple honey” bacon, which was a nice change of pace from regular bacon. 🙂
Jenelle unfortunately had to work in the afternoon/evening, but we took advantage of the situation. Jenelle gave us all a tour of Fox 6. We saw the weather deck and the newsroom. I stood in front of the green screen and pretended to be Phil Connors from Groundhog Day. I also met Ted Perry!
On the way home, Amanda, Dave, and I came back over the Hoan Bridge and saw a lot of the activity going on by the lakefront. After a stop at Culver’s, we went to the Mars Cheese Castle. We finished up the night playing a game of Trivial Pursuit. I won. 🙂
We had lots more fun on Sunday. We went to my cousin Ed’s engagement party in the afternoon, and watched How To Lose A Guy in 10 Days in the evening. Our final weekend activity was a game of Euchre. Dave and I lost a close match to the ladies. Jenelle and I really enjoyed playing cards because we hadn’t played since our college days. Little known fact — Jenelle and I got to know each other A LOT by playing cards together. I really liked to admire her from across the table. 🙂
After giving Dave and Amanda plenty of SCJ products to keep their homes clean, they headed back to Kansas on Monday afternoon. I am glad that they came to visit. If you’re reading this, thanks so much! One of the reasons their visit was so nice is that their recent engagement reminded Jenelle and me of our early courting days.
I think that’s enough rambling for now. Since you’re reading this, don’t be afraid to send me or Jenelle a note and let us know how you’re doing!
Yup, I’m still here.
There’s a ton of things that I’d like to share about this past weekend, which was busy but also relaxing. I don’t have time to share everything now, but I would like to congratulate Jenelle’s friend Amanda and her boyfriend Dave on their engagement! Amanda and Dave drove up from Kansas to spend some time with us this weekend. Here’s a picture of them at the Mars Cheese Castle.
I have to get to work now, but you will definitely be hearing from me within the next few days. I hope you’re enjoying the four-day work week! 🙂
Cleaning up the House
Labor Day Weekend is upon us. The local news stations all have lots of information about the big Harley Davidson celebration. Jenelle has to work on Saturday to help cover it, which is a bit of a bummer, since one of Jenelle’s friends is coming to visit.
I’d usually be a bit more excited about having an extra day off of work, but it hasn’t set in yet — perhaps I’ll be more jubilant about it when I don’t have to wake up early on Monday. 🙂
I’ve added a “Fun” section to the links listing on the right. The first link might be unfamilar to you — it’s a site with cartoons and other neat stuff. I’ve been spending a decent amount of time browsing it lately.
Party on!
Three Weekends, FOUR Walks
After hearing about Joe’s Run, Walk, and Roll to benefit United Cerebral Palsy of Southeastern Wisconsin, the three walks page has become the Four Walks site! I’m thankful to everyone who has contributed to one of the causes or just sent a message of encouragement. I really appreciate it!
Gotta make a few adjustments
We’re slowly but surely adjusting to Jenelle’s new work schedule. The most important thing is that she really enjoys what she does, and I know that she does a great jorb at Fox 6.
We’re finding that we have to a bit more disciplined in keeping the place clean now that we’re both working full-time. I’m sure that the place will be spic-and-span by the time Jenelle’s friend Amanda and her boyfriend Dave come to visit this weekend.
Finally, I’m adding a fourth walk to the three that I’m already doing. I’m in the process of updating the web page. You blog readers will be the first to know once it’s ready.
Big gulps, huh? Alright!
I don’t know why, but I’ve been really thirsty lately. It must have something to do with the hot summer air. And I’m not the only one — Hunter was so thirsty that he had some of Grandpa Milt’s root beer at Gina’s birthday party yesterday.
Jenelle couldn’t attend last night, but she was present at the Chancery with several family members on Friday. After dinner, we embarassed Gina with the standard waiter/waitress birthday singing.
I’m off to get a glass of water. Well, see you later!
Working, Wal*Mart, and Weekend Fun
I’m leaving for work at my usual time tomorrow (around 7:15 a.m.), and yet I’m not the first to leave! That seems so strange to me. I better get used to it!
Jenelle and I usually shop at Jewel, but we sometimes go to Wal*Mart because their selection of frozen pizza is much better. So, we went there tonight. What surprised me is the number of food items now available in unnatural colors. We’re used to green ketchup by now, but how about green syrup? I’m talking the color of Ecto Cooler. We also saw pringles in a whole bunch of different colors — orange, red, blue… weird. Jenelle says, “All that artificial color can’t be good for you.”
This weekend should be a nice combination of relaxation and partying. My cousin Laura will be coming in tomorrow evening, so we’ll be going out to dinner with her, my cousin Todd, and perhaps some other people.
Somebody deserves a mention because she turns 21 on the 21st. Happy birthday, Gina!
Promotion By Attrition
Okay, it’s time to share the big news!
Jenelle, who previously worked part-time on the weekends for Fox 6, has been promoted to a full-time position! Her new schedule has her working Monday through Friday from 2 a.m. to 10 a.m.! This will definitely change our lifestyles a little bit, but I think it’s for the better.
So, go right ahead and e-mail Jenelle to wish her all the best in her new position. Woohoo!
Walking, Weather, and Breaking News
I have received six messages of encouragement from the Three Walks page. I’m very thankful for those!
You’ll notice that the weather is no longer functioning properly. There’s supposed to be an image that displays the forecast for the next five days. It was showing up blank. Apparently, my mom clicked on it and a pop-up ad for a “free trip” came up. This is NOT the kind of thing I want family and friends to deal with, so I’m making it out of order until I can find a weather sticker that works.
Finally, there’s some exciting news on the horizon. I can’t give you more specifics for another day or so, but I assure you that it is something that Jenelle and I are very happy about. Sorry, it has nothing to do with babies. Stay tuned to the blog! 🙂
