Jakeyman turns 7

 

Last sleep as a 6 year old and his walk through the streamers as a 7 year old!

He chose to go eat at Applebee's for dinner.  I think mainly because they sing to you and give you a dessert after.  ;)  That he so graciously shared with all of us.  Grandma and Grandpa were able to join us. 

 

Here is what Jacob says his favorites are right now:
Color: Orange
Number: 7
Sport: Soccer

Game: Checkers
Book: Ninjago
Show: Pokemon

Song: Hall of Fame
Wii/iPad game: Zombie Takeover
Food: Cheese Dippers
Drink: Raspberry Iced Tea
Hobby: Legos
Animal: Chimpanzee
Candy: Ring pops
Friends: Noah, Carson, Alex, Vincent, Thomas, Caleb

 

Jakeyman – you are ALL boy, yet so thoughtful, caring, and sweet.  Not that boys can’t be those things!  It’s just funny how sometimes you can be burping and farting and eating seconds and thirds for dinner, yet be the one who is always giving in, wanting to snuggle with me, and thinking of others.  ;)  You are always bringing things home from the classroom store for your brothers, that you earned!  You always share.  You have a very sensitive side to you as well.  When you and your brothers are getting into it about something and arguing, 95% of the time you are the one to give in and say, “Fine!”.  I love that you still come and snuggle with us in our bed in the mornings when you wake up, even though you are getting big and can be a bed hog!  You have a great laugh and smile.  You have a quirky sense of humor and have become quite the jokester.  You have done so well in first grade and we couldn’t be more proud!  Keep it up dude!  We love you.

Retirement celebration

Dad has been telling us for long time that he DOES NOT want a big celebration for his retirement.  He just doesn’t like a big deal made of things.  The boys and I still joke about the time that we were out for dinner for his birthday and he got word that we told the waitress about it.  He left our table after dinner and went out to the car before the waitress could come bring dessert and sing! ;)  We now know better.  We really wanted to do something for his retirement.  That’s a huge deal.  However, we followed his wishes and planned a nice dinner with just us kids and grandkids at the Timberlodge.  Last minute mom decided to invite a few friends and family.  It was hard for her to decide with such a big family and friends, but knew dad wouldn’t want something huge and it was last minute.  Dad wasn’t too happy with her when he found out at first , but got over it quickly as he enjoyed the celebration.  Congratulations dad!  Let us celebrate you once in awhile.

 

 

 

 

 

They have both  made it public now, so I can share that we are all so excited to have 2 sets of twins in the family!  Yes- you read it right.  Both Mattey and Natey’s wives are pregnant with twins.  Super fun!   I love the picture below of Wendell and Connor talking.  Wendell was a great sport with Connor sharing all of his jokes.  ;)

 

Celebrating Elmo style

We went to Megan’s birthday party yesterday and helped her celebrate turning 2!

It was a great day!

 

 

Grandma and Grandpa and Matt and I

  

 

Godparents and Parents

 

 

The kids had fun playing catch the Elmo in the net and musical chairs.

 

We loved celebrating you today Megan!  Happy Birthday!

Happy 2nd Birthday Megs!

Happy Birthday sweetie!  You are adorable and we love your hugs and kisses.  We can’t wait to celebrate with you this weekend!

Happy Birthday!!

Turning 90

My Grandpa turned 90 today.  There was a big celebration for him out at Litomysl church.  It was pretty fitting that it was there since many significant and day to day events from my grandpa’s life took place at this church.  The day started off with celebrating mass together.  He wouldn’t have wanted it any other way.  Then we all headed downstairs to celebrate.  It was an open house, so family and friends were invited.  He sat on his chair for quite awhile as people walked through to wish him a Happy Birthday.  I am a little biased, but he is seriously the cutest 90 year old I know.  His smile lights up his face and just makes you giggle.  He is as sharp as a wit and loves to play cards.  He still gets his naps in here and there, but sure loves to talk and share stories about anything.  He also loves to tell you jokes.  Thanks to the big help of my uncle Steve, Grandpa tries to make it to as many family events as he can – birthday parties, celebrations, etc…. He has had quite a life with his beautiful bride and 11 children, his grandchildren and great grandchildren – there are way too many to count.  I know he is anxiously waiting to join his wife, Grandma, up in heaven some day, but also loves being around family.  It sure would be awesome to have him around for awhile.  Let’s go for 100 Grandpa!!!

 

   

 

Happy Happy and Blessed day young man!!!

Happy Birthday Dad/Grandpa!

Not only did he celebrate his retirement, but he also celebrated his birthday this weekend!  What a great celebration! 

Happy Birthday Dad/Grandpa!  We love you!!!!

 

 

We hope you have a great day!!!!

Happy Retirement Dad!!!!

 

Yesterday, Thursday, February 28th, was my dad’s last day of working at KSW.  He worked there for some 40 years.   Unbelievable.  My dad is one of the hardest workers I know.  You so deserve this dad!  We are very happy for you and excited for you to enjoy yourself.  Maybe after you’ve enjoyed yourself and relaxed a little, you can help us with our “To Do” list too! ;)  Congratulations dad! 

 

Connor got to play basketball during half time of the varsity game tonight.  He was a little nervous.  The Huskies played a really good team so the bleachers were pretty packed.  He had fun though.  Matt is gone for work right now, but many others made it.  The whole Owatonna crowd made it, and Papa John and Yaya made the trip down to watch him.