Run / Walk in Sept or Oct

This is in the very early stages, but Melissa and I wanted to plan a small weekend trip somewhere to run/ walk a 5k. Our idea was something motivating to get us / keep us working out. We figured if we committed to doing something for a cause, in another city, we would be motivated and excited to participate. Then my mom suggested we invite the whole family. I have narrowed down a few races I think could be fun. I thought since everyone may not be able to attend I picked some that have corresponding races in another city. This way everyone can participate, but we may be split into groups. Most of the races you can form a team and you raise money. Aunt Kathy pointed out Grandma would like to do something under Grandpa's name. Give me feedback. What cause, dates, or whatever works best. Also, I think it woud be fun if every 3-4 months we do something similar (physical and for a cause).

http://www.womensonlyrun.com/run/index.asp
http://stepout.diabetes.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=4660
http://stepout.diabetes.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=4650
http://heartwalk.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=211659
http://southpalmbeachheartwalk.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=222334

AUGUST

Okay so who will be in South Florida in August and for what time span? Nancy what is your itinerary like when you are coming to the US? I hear you will be in NC, FL, and going on a cruise? Where is the cruise cruising to? Details please . . .

James McAndrew

I'm not sure how many of you will find this interesting, but I certainly did. I have to start by saying that I find journaling to be the most amazing hobby and I just finished reading through a journal I kept for all 4 years of college. It was quite entertaining and was shocked about some of the decisions I've made and the experiences I have had over the past coupld of years. Maybe it will provide insight on my life to others down the road when I'm famous or atleast i'm related to someone famous, haha. Anyway, I've been reading through James McAndrew's journal, which has been very interesting and I thought I should type it up so it could be shared with others. His journal was much more insightful than mine. Feel free to take a look at what I call his "March of thoughts".

48 Hour Film Project

This weekend Leeman, his business partner, some friends, and I participated in the 48 hour film project. On Friday at 7pm we turned in a form and picked a genre out of a hat (Hoilday film), then we had till Sunday at 7pm to write, film, and edit a 4-6 minute movie. If you want to watch it click on the link http://youtube.com/watch?v=uzO0GevElBQ . Leeman made an extended version (because of the 6 minute limit we had to cut some scenes that were pretty funny). If you only watch one watch this one http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHWH6xf3NGk
Anyway we will be hanging out in Ft. Laud August 3rd and 4th and I thought it would be fun to film a short movie while there. Leeman and I drew a genre yesterday for the film and it is: Film de Femme (basically the lead will be a powerful women like Erin Brokovich). We plan on writing it prior to arriving so it won't take soo long to film. Let me know if you have any ideas or would like to be in the cast and/or crew.

Neil Graduated!

This is Neil's Graduation Announcement.

He graduated in only 3 years.

Yeah Neil!

Happy Memorial Day

Today as we enjoy this day with family and friends, lets remember all those you have fought, those who have lost their lives, and those who are continuing to fight for our freedom, so that we can enjoy beautiful days like today.
Happy Memorial Day everyone. I hope you all have a fantastic day.

Joey and His Girlfriend

Here are some pictures Bridget sent me of Joey and his girlfriend. I thought I would share them with you all.

do you remember kathy kling

http://www.clarion.edu/relations/alumni_news/11_02/11-02c&b.pdf

http://www.clarion.edu/relations/alumni_news/11_02/11-02c&b.pdf

She was my roommate right before I bought the condo in Sunrise, and we worked together at Amex. I googled her and look at her!! She won an emmy!!!

Memorial Day Pool Party

Everyone is invited to a Pool Party on Memorial Day at our house. Please let me know if you plan to attend so I know how to shop.

Fruit Arrangement

A fruit arrangement that Heather and Brian sent to Linda. I was very lucky to get these pictures before Linda ate the fruit. LOL

Swimming with the Sting Rays

Heather I hear you and Brian were swimming with sting rays on your honeymoon. On our way home me and Uncle Gerry drove up the east coast of Florida and stopped for a walk on Cocoa Beach and there were dozens of sting rays all over the beach. Mary, I also have a specail picture here just for you. (lol) Anyways, Heather I am going to send you and Gabby an invitation to join the blog so that you can create posts as well as comment on them. If you click on the contributors name you can sometimes (if people have completed the information) find out more about that contributor. But here is a run down on some of them.
Jen is Rick & Cherie's daughter
GMA17 of course if Grandma
Sailor Mom is Aunt Mary
Melissa is one of Aunt Mary's daughter
Christy is one of Aunt Mary's daughter
Nancy is the Aunt from the UK
Casper is me Aunt Barbara
High Time is HH2 aka Hank
Brittany is Aunt Bridget's daughter - hey Brittany post your email and I will send you an invitation too, along with anyone else you has not received one yet.
The rest I think you can figure out. As you can see all you have to do is ask a question and you will usually get alot of help here. So put your favorite picture or two on the blog from the honeymoon.

Links to Snap fish

http://www1.snapfish.com/thumbnailshare/AlbumID=153589933/a=77563598_77563598/t_=77563598
http://www1.snapfish.com/thumbnailshare/AlbumID=153590555/a=77563598_77563598/t_=77563598

Two links, the first one is the rehearsal and the second one is the wedding.

Brian & Heather's Wedding

I will post a link to Snapfish with the rest of the pictures later. I have about 500 to go through.

IT'S ALMOST PARTY TIME

The M&M's are here !!!!!!

PARTY

Well I don't know about the rest of you, but I am so EXCITED about the party. We will be leaving early Wednesday morning for Orlando to hang with Rick & Cherie and then off to Deerfield sometime Friday. I don't think we have seen Carl since he got married. Geez 1995, 12 years ago - can't wait to see him and everyone else. Mom don't forget we claimed your living room. Is everyone ready to PARTY?!?!?!?!?!?

Happy Easter Everyone!

ok, I've called Mary's house, kathy's house, mom's cell, mary's cell, was gonna call lori's cell but don't have it, where is everyone???!!! We are having fun too you know. I cooked soup and anitipasta salad, ham and about to start a gorgonzola, rocket, risotto with julienned carrots. having wine and sitting for now though. what are you all doing? The weather here has been spectacular all day!

Well, it may be none of Christy's business, but I haven't decided yet because I still do not know why she asked. Christy, we're all waiting??????? Anyway, Hayle is at sports camp and loving it, I am just hanging out at home. Yesterday I pretended to have money and went and viewed that house near me. Can I just say, Oh My God!! If I could live there, I would be happy. So happy, I may stay here forever. Ok, not that happy, but really happy. It's so big though. I'd have to have Christmas over here and you could all come and stay in it. The staircase is so wide and it's original, so like 120 years old. It's like, well, I'd have to wear hoop dresses and talk with an accent and carry a little lace fan and just go up and down the stairs all day. I want it, I want it bad. So, I've become a gambler. Playing the lottery like a ravenous, drunken old man in Vegas. What's new with you all??

Calloway Gardens

We went to Calloway Gardens for our Anniversary. I thought it would be alot of formal gardens but it really was more of a natural setting. A few of the sites we visited were the Butterfly Center, the Sibley Horticultural Center and the Azeala Bowl. It was soooo relaxing. I just love nature. Can't wait for vacation Linda. We also visited FDR State Park and FDR's Little White House in Warm Springs. It was a great little get away. We are looking forward to going back with our bikes so that we can bike the gardens. It is amazing how rejuvaniting a day and half trip can actually be. Here is a link to some more pictures. Hope you enjoy. http://www2.snapfish.com/thumbnailshare/AlbumID=155165221/a=35507335/t_=35507335

I'm Back Online!

Hi everyone, yes I am back! I know you all missed me. Like you will miss me at the Wedding Party. Well. just real quick, we had a blast with Christy and Leeman. While Pete was driving in this picture, both Christy and Leeman were standing up hanging out of the sunroof taking pictures and video. They were so funny! And they are good cooks as well. That's why we should all get together in the summer or spring next year and spend a week together. Rent a house in the Carolinas on the beach, or GA beach. Ok, gotta run, I have a lot of cathing up to do....

WakeUP!

Hi Everyone! No, I do not have internet yet! Wednesday, fingers crossed!! I am going with Virgin, so let's just hope it is better than the last service provider! Anyway, I am at Pete's office and cannot type at leisure, so I'll try to be quick and informative! Today is Mothers Day in the UK and we switched our clocks forward last week. So currently we are only 4 hours ahead of you. I think we change ahead in 3-4 weeks. So, I LOVED having Christy and Leeman here!!!! They are awesome. Christy, I hope I didn't totally treat you like you were still 4 years old. I was thinking how I handed you my mobile phone and was telling you how to dial it to call home, and thought, you must have thought I was retarded, when really I was treating you like you were! When in fact, I'm sure you know more than I do about technology. Anyway, I got a good laugh when I thought back about it. They worked their butts off at the school, filming EVERYTHING! I cannot wait to see what Leeman creates! We took them to a couple places not too far away, but really a week is too short when you come so far. We think next week we will go back to that beach with the dogs. When I get internet I'll be planning my summer trip home and then Vegas in october and xmas at Bridgets. So excited! So who wants to come over next?? ok, goota run, luv you all! (will post pictures when I have internet at home)