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Happy fifth birthday, Gabe!

29 Dec 2007

Merry Christmas!

25 Dec 2007

  • Get the impression that they're excited? [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander wonders what all of the fuss is about... [Web /Reprint]
  • I think Nicholas just spied something... [Web /Reprint]
  • ...a BRAND NEW truck! :) [Web /Reprint]
  • Mine? [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas with a full load in his F-150! [Web /Reprint]
  • On! On! [Web /Reprint]
  • Peek-a-boo! [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander figuring out the cruise control... [Web /Reprint]
  • Wanna go for a spin?!? [Web /Reprint]
  • Santa sleigh wasn't big enough...he must have been flying a 747 freighter! [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie and the traditional box of cereal! [Web /Reprint]
  • Mairin goes digging for presents in the stocking... [Web /Reprint]
  • Me? [Web /Reprint]
  • Pat and Patrick examine a new GameBoy cartridge... [Web /Reprint]
  • Keelia and Suzette enjoying a story... [Web /Reprint]
  • It's better than a lump of coal! :) [Web /Reprint]
  • Of course, you know what kept distracting the kids... [Web /Reprint]
  • Other drivers, beware! [Web /Reprint]
  • We hadn't made much of a dent on the pile... [Web /Reprint]
  • Whatcha got, Katie? [Web /Reprint]
  • Patrick Samuel and Kathryn sharing a hug... [Web /Reprint]
  • Check this out! [Web /Reprint]
  • I think she likes her new doorway... [Web /Reprint]
  • Build a better Katie trap... [Web /Reprint]
  • Sorry, we're all full here! [Web /Reprint]
  • She's into her cups already... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas signals for the start of the race... [Web /Reprint]
  • ...and she's off! [Web /Reprint]
  • Little miss loves her stroller and baby! [Web /Reprint]
  • Hi, there! [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander in the eye of the storm with his blanket! [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas likes his Rescue Heroes... [Web /Reprint]
  • Kathryn savors her present before ripping it open... [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander and Mairin checking out a Rescue Heroes toy... [Web /Reprint]
  • Blanket or toy...tough call! [Web /Reprint]
  • Somehow, I suspect we'll be hearing Bob in the not-so-distant future! [Web /Reprint]
  • Something catches Katie's attention! [Web /Reprint]
  • Strike a pose, there's nothing to it... -- Madonna [Web /Reprint]
  • Our little princess knows how to work the camera! [Web /Reprint]
  • Grammy wins reward! [Web /Reprint]
  • Such a handsome boy... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas and Mommy share a hug... [Web /Reprint]
  • Normally, you'd say this is where the rubber hits the road...but it's actually plastic hitting the grass! [Web /Reprint]
  • Well, at least his passengers don't look nervous... [Web /Reprint]
  • Patrick Samuel playing the part of the traffic cop... [Web /Reprint]
  • I'm pretty sure bumping a cop is a violation in any jurisdiction! [Web /Reprint]
  • Riding along in my automobile... [Web /Reprint]
  • Unfortunately, Alexander's legs aren't quite long enough... [Web /Reprint]
  • Mairin takes a turn behind the wheel! [Web /Reprint]
  • Is he road kill or a environmental protester? [Web /Reprint]
  • Nice parking job! [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander is giving Patrick Samuel some pointers... [Web /Reprint]
  • Mairin's heading up the ladder... [Web /Reprint]
  • Who's there? [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas flying solo... [Web /Reprint]
  • Does Alexander the Mechanic clean windshields, too? [Web /Reprint]
  • And he's off... [Web /Reprint]
  • Mairin on the tandem swing... [Web /Reprint]
  • That Care Bear is bigger than she is... [Web /Reprint]
  • That doesn't seem to faze her... [Web /Reprint]
  • Happy girl! [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie practicing the fireman's carry... [Web /Reprint]
  • Grammy gets a nice surprise... [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie may not be able to hear the iPod but she can dance to it anyway... [Web /Reprint]
  • Where is my iPod? [Web /Reprint]
  • Alex gets a hug from Mairin... [Web /Reprint]
  • Patrick Samuel quite content to test out his new games... [Web /Reprint]

It's Christmas Eve and the House is a Rockin'!

24 Dec 2007

  • It's Christmas Eve and you know what that means... [Web /Reprint]
  • Think American Idol is in her future? [Web /Reprint]
  • It's princess pajama time! [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander working the Cars pajamas... [Web /Reprint]
  • Apparently they're mighty tasty, too! [Web /Reprint]
  • Hold on, I've got a call on the other line... [Web /Reprint]
  • If she's this good with a phone now, we're in trouble when she's a teenager! [Web /Reprint]
  • Oooh, what's going on over there? [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas is also rocking the Cars pajamas... [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander has gotten much better at his new trick... [Web /Reprint]
  • Watch out Keelia...LearJet on final! [Web /Reprint]
  • Now there's a happy boy... [Web /Reprint]
  • You coming for the traditional stories? [Web /Reprint]
  • Oh no! Mairin caught Alexander! [Web /Reprint]
  • Patrick Samuel reads The Berenstain Bears book... [Web /Reprint]
  • Behold mighty spoon! [Web /Reprint]
  • Think he's got a future on Leno or Letterman? [Web /Reprint]

Christmas Preview with Gram, Ben, and Meghann!

21 Dec 2007

  • Nicholas and Gram [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas goes on a present search... [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander goes walkabout... [Web /Reprint]
  • No, we weren't running low that day... [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie goes digging for the present... [Web /Reprint]
  • Somehow, we always have a blanket or two nearby... [Web /Reprint]
  • Peek-a-boo! [Web /Reprint]
  • They made me wear it...honest! [Web /Reprint]
  • Unwrapping is not a problem for this girl... [Web /Reprint]
  • With all of the antics happening here, it's hard not to laugh... :) [Web /Reprint]
  • She certainly knows how to work the camera! [Web /Reprint]
  • Look what I found here... [Web /Reprint]
  • I think she likes her tapestry... [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie getting a bit of a cuddle from Meghann... [Web /Reprint]
  • A princess draped with princesses! [Web /Reprint]
  • She's checking out the competition! [Web /Reprint]

It's All About the Volts!

16 Dec 2007

  • It was nice seeing these guys when the power to the house (mostly) failed... [Web /Reprint]

The Annual Baked Goods Day!

15 Dec 2007

  • Meghann and Katie sharing a chair... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas and Gram getting ready for some Cars action... [Web /Reprint]
  • Now they're checking out Alexander's favorite TV show... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas and Gram playing in Radiator Springs... [Web /Reprint]

It's time for Christmas pictures!

11 Dec 2007

  • Standing in front of the Christmas tree... [Web /Reprint]
  • Standing in front of the Christmas tree...part deux! [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas in his Christmas outfit... [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander in his Christmas outfit... [Web /Reprint]
  • Kathryn strikes an elegant pose in her Christmas dress... [Web /Reprint]
  • Happy girl! [Web /Reprint]
  • It's kind of amazing we made it 44 exposures before attention span gave out! [Web /Reprint]

From the kitchen to the back yard, mischief abounds!

09 Dec 2007

  • Trying out the kitchen in it's new location... [Web /Reprint]
  • Conspiracies require more than two participants, right? [Web /Reprint]
  • Dangerous plans are being hatched... [Web /Reprint]
  • One crowded house... [Web /Reprint]
  • Quick! Close the door!!! [Web /Reprint]
  • The irresistable pile of leaves... [Web /Reprint]
  • Climbing on the sandbox... [Web /Reprint]
  • Just got to love a dirty face like this! [Web /Reprint]
  • Dive! Dive! Dive!!! [Web /Reprint]
  • Checking to see if the coast is clear... [Web /Reprint]
  • Kathryn enjoying some time in the leaves... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas helping to pick up things (and Katie being a shameless environmental agitator!)... [Web /Reprint]
  • Follow my lead! [Web /Reprint]
  • Kathryn starts working out with the quarterstaff... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas makes short work of what was a nicely raked pile of leaves! [Web /Reprint]
  • Oh, this doesn't look good... [Web /Reprint]
  • Leaves flying everywhere! [Web /Reprint]
  • Can't you see the halo? [Web /Reprint]
  • Oooh...a maple leaf! [Web /Reprint]

Shameless environmental agitation!

27 Nov 2007

  • Good luck keeping the pile intact... [Web /Reprint]
  • Two brothers in the pile of leaves... [Web /Reprint]
  • Now Nicholas, that just isn't right! [Web /Reprint]

It's Black Friday and all throughout the malls...

23 Nov 2007

Happy Thanksgiving!

22 Nov 2007

Trunk-or-Treat at the YMCA!

30 Oct 2007

  • Reach inside the bug's mouth...if you dare! [Web /Reprint]
  • We're ready for Trunk or Treat at the YMCA... [Web /Reprint]
  • No, it's not the ghost of Bob the Builder... [Web /Reprint]
  • The turnout was fairly impressive! [Web /Reprint]

The First Annual Halloween Bash!

26 Oct 2007

  • The ball pit was awfully popular! [Web /Reprint]
  • Hello there! [Web /Reprint]
  • Leonardo (yeah, I had to look it up...so sue me!) of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles [Web /Reprint]
  • It's card makin' time! [Web /Reprint]
  • Ain't we cute? [Web /Reprint]
  • The chase is on! [Web /Reprint]
  • No, Nicholas isn't running down some perps... [Web /Reprint]
  • Got a lap, have an Alexander! [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander wants to get in on the chase! [Web /Reprint]
  • This isn't as easy as it looks... [Web /Reprint]
  • ...unless you cheat, that is! :) [Web /Reprint]
  • Survivors ready... [Web /Reprint]
  • Snow White wins reward!!! [Web /Reprint]
  • I'm telling you...it's all in the bait you use! [Web /Reprint]
  • I'm fourteen months old...back off! [Web /Reprint]
  • The fastest time of the night... [Web /Reprint]
  • Everyone is amazed... [Web /Reprint]
  • Two seconds after she started... [Web /Reprint]
  • Fortunately, she couldn't outrun the Nikon! [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie is ready to ride Thomas the Tank Engine... [Web /Reprint]
  • Just when you thought you had enough of a sugar rush! :) [Web /Reprint]

Pumpkin carving time!

24 Oct 2007

  • Nicholas is awfully proud of gutting that pumpkin... [Web /Reprint]
  • How about I just look cute for you? [Web /Reprint]
  • You do know you cook the seeds first, right? [Web /Reprint]
  • Oooh, squishy... [Web /Reprint]
  • For some reason, I don't think she's really into the pumpkin guts thing... [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie poses with her princess pumpkin... [Web /Reprint]
  • I crack myself up...I really do! [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander and the witch pumpkin... [Web /Reprint]
  • Teeth! [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas seems pretty proud of the vampire pumpkin... [Web /Reprint]

The 2007 North Carolina State Fair

18 Oct 2007

  • I'm ready to go to the State Fair...how about you? [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander enjoying the pony ride... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas rides that pony like a pro! [Web /Reprint]
  • With Alexander at the wheel, I think she's got a reason to be concerned... [Web /Reprint]
  • Alex at least shows proper technique by trying to check the mirrors! [Web /Reprint]
  • It's nice that Alexander is finally getting to ride some rides... [Web /Reprint]
  • No Bunny Ears, Mommy! [Web /Reprint]
  • These boys are not enjoying this ride in the slightest... [Web /Reprint]
  • NASA ought to consider this one for their re-entry simulator... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas is holding on for dear life! [Web /Reprint]
  • Mommy shows Alex proper roller coaster riding technique... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas isn't as nervous as he looks... [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander is loving the Wacky Worm! [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas does a great impression of Dave Thomas, eh! [Web /Reprint]
  • Looking down Kiddieland toward Dorton Arena... [Web /Reprint]
  • If you thought that thunderstorm got you wet before... [Web /Reprint]
  • Got my pacifier and I'm a happy girl! [Web /Reprint]
  • See what I mean? [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas goes for the blue boat... [Web /Reprint]
  • ...yeah, RIIIIIIIGHT! [Web /Reprint]
  • And he's off to sail the seven seas...or at least this small lake! [Web /Reprint]
  • Ramming speed!!! [Web /Reprint]
  • Uh oh! He's making me a little nervous with where he's looking... [Web /Reprint]
  • A little course correction to starboard! [Web /Reprint]
  • I'll let you stay dry...for now! Bwahahahahahaha! [Web /Reprint]
  • Now this was an unexpected surprise... [Web /Reprint]
  • A little help here!!! Please?!? [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander finds a peaceful area of the pond... [Web /Reprint]
  • Oh, this doesn't bode well... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas has locked onto Alexander's six... [Web /Reprint]
  • Watch out, Alexander! [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander turns the tables on Nicholas with a hard turn to starboard... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas barely avoids getting clobbered! [Web /Reprint]
  • Now that wasn't very nice... [Web /Reprint]
  • It's always the cute ones that get you... [Web /Reprint]
  • Rush hour at the bumper boats! [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander has the starboard turn down pat! [Web /Reprint]
  • Grammy rights Alexander's ship! [Web /Reprint]
  • That boy is having a blast! [Web /Reprint]
  • Awwww, do we have to?!? [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas enjoying a turn on another ride... [Web /Reprint]
  • He recovered his equilibrium fast enough! [Web /Reprint]
  • What's next? [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas is ready to spin through the sky... [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie doesn't seem quite as interested... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas moving at warp speed... [Web /Reprint]
  • ...that is until the generator powering the ride gave up! [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas rides the dragon roller coaster... [Web /Reprint]
  • Whee!!!! [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas is ready to ride the fire engine! [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander and Mommy on the fire engine ride! [Web /Reprint]
  • Hello there Alexander! [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie ready to ride the horsey! [Web /Reprint]
  • They hired the goofball behind her to make sure she doesn't fall off... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas picks his own horse... [Web /Reprint]
  • Watch the road, Katie! [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas is ready to try the swing ride again... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas goes for a whirl! [Web /Reprint]
  • How did Alexander end up in the driver's seat again? [Web /Reprint]
  • Get the impression that Nicholas likes fair rides? [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas loves the pirate-themed climbing attraction... [Web /Reprint]
  • Working ground zero at the sudden drop ride probably isn't the best duty... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas shows no fear, though... [Web /Reprint]
  • I think we're at a safe distance... [Web /Reprint]
  • I wonder if he'll still be smiling when that seat drops out from under him... [Web /Reprint]
  • The whipping race cars was one of their favorite rides of the night! [Web /Reprint]
  • It's a real fast whip round the corners...did they have to pick Jeff Gordon's car, though? [Web /Reprint]
  • Aunt Meghann's revenge! [Web /Reprint]
  • Someone enjoyed the ride from a position of relative dryness... [Web /Reprint]
  • ...three guesses as to who got the shower! [Web /Reprint]

Truer words were never found on a T-shirt...

03 Oct 2007

  • Monkey see, monkey do, monkey get in TROUBLE, TOO! [Web /Reprint]

Enjoying the play area at Crabtree Valley Mall..

29 Sep 2007

  • Kathryn tries out the turtle in the play area at Crabtree Valley Mall... [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie and Alex have a difference of opinion on the rides... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas sneaks into the ball! [Web /Reprint]
  • Ready for take-off! [Web /Reprint]
  • Something's got their attention... [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie takes a turn riding Scoop! [Web /Reprint]
  • Kathryn plays hard to get... [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander takes his turn! [Web /Reprint]
  • As much as he tells us ON ON, now he's really ON ON! [Web /Reprint]
  • Where is the horn? [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas takes a turn in the Chevy... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas rides the dune buggy... [Web /Reprint]

Wendell International Festival

22 Sep 2007

  • Wendell International Festival [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander walks a ton in his new walker! [Web /Reprint]

The newest branch of the Wake County Library...

20 Sep 2007

You don't have to spend a lot to have fun...

18 Sep 2007

Happy birthday, Gram!

03 Sep 2007

  • Gram and Nicholas opening a gift [Web /Reprint]
  • Alex shows Uncle Ben his latest trick... [Web /Reprint]
  • Alex says...ON ON! Bob?!? [Web /Reprint]
  • All this eating can be tire you out! [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander going for a ride way up in the air! [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander rocking the Joe Cool look! [Web /Reprint]
  • Can you see me now? [Web /Reprint]
  • Kathryn does her best imitation of a librarian! [Web /Reprint]
  • Alex gets a hug from Aunt Meghann... [Web /Reprint]
  • She's awfully close to figuring out what a wet willie is... [Web /Reprint]

An elegant beach photo shoot...

24 Aug 2007

When you can't go to the beach...do the next best thing!

23 Aug 2007

  • She's hitting the bottle already...and she's caught red-handed! [Web /Reprint]
  • Superman...without most of the costume! [Web /Reprint]
  • It's Alex...in the rain...he's playing...in the rain! [Web /Reprint]
  • I like water a lot...but this is a bit ridiculous! [Web /Reprint]
  • A pod of dolphins swimming just off-shore... [Web /Reprint]
  • Soup's on! [Web /Reprint]
  • If the pot fits... [Web /Reprint]
  • When you're caught by Candid Camera...SMILE! [Web /Reprint]
  • Can you say splash? [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie can! [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander looking for some divine intervention...and some more water, please! [Web /Reprint]
  • Kathryn says...PAT-A-CAKE! [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie's praying for some more water, too! [Web /Reprint]
  • Watch me practice standing up! [Web /Reprint]
  • He's wearing a Superman hat and a smile... [Web /Reprint]
  • The boy loves those light sticks... [Web /Reprint]

When light sticks meets Hot Potato...

20 Aug 2007

  • One comfy bed, two brothers out for the count... [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander taking a call from his agent... [Web /Reprint]
  • What do you mean NO SIGNAL?!?!? [Web /Reprint]
  • Look what I've got in my left hand... [Web /Reprint]
  • I've got the hot potato...and it tastes GOOD! [Web /Reprint]
  • That would be the wrong end of the lightsaber to be holding... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas is starting a collection of the light sticks... [Web /Reprint]
  • For you Sesame Street fans, can you guess the letter of the day? [Web /Reprint]

Completing the tour of the southern North Carolina lighthouses!

20 Aug 2007

  • Tryon's Palace in New Bern, North Carolina's first capital! [Web /Reprint]
  • The palace was built in 1767 by a special tax of a half crown (2 shillings and sixpence) per resident... [Web /Reprint]
  • Cape Lookout lighthouse is two miles from Calico Jack's landing on Harker's Island [Web /Reprint]
  • The wild ponies grazing on Shackleford Banks (a rare treat!)... [Web /Reprint]
  • Cape Lookout lighthouse from just off shore on the sound side [Web /Reprint]
  • The pattern is actually a checkerboard... [Web /Reprint]
  • ...even though the elongated base of the tower makes it look like diamonds. [Web /Reprint]
  • The first order Fresnel lens was replaced by two 1000-watt aerobeacons. [Web /Reprint]
  • The colors indicate direction and the white checkers also indicated safe anchorages off-shore. [Web /Reprint]
  • The lighthouse and the keeper's house... [Web /Reprint]
  • Passing Oak Island lighthouse on the way to Bald Head Island [Web /Reprint]
  • Old Baldy, North Carolina's oldest lighthouse (1817) [Web /Reprint]
  • Old Baldy from a distance (location and height were a problem, replaced by a light ship at Frying Pan Shoals) [Web /Reprint]
  • Oak Island Lighthouse, North Carolina's newest lighthouse (1958) [Web /Reprint]
  • Bald Head Island ferry heading out to the island... [Web /Reprint]
  • Both lighthouses are visible from the beach house on Ocean Isle [Web /Reprint]

A great day at the beach...for all of us!

18 Aug 2007

(Editor's note: I know a few of you are going to have heart attacks when you see an actual story in addition to the real reason you visit this web site. All I can say is that any myocardial infarctions are completely my fault but if you're of the mind to take an aspirin or two on a regular basis...now might be a good time! ;)

Today was our annual pilgrimage down to Ocean Isle for a bit of rest and relaxation. A couple of weeks ago, Mommy and the kids went to visit with our Ohio cousins when they here during their week down at the beach house.

Well, the wait was certainly worth it. The beach has changed quite a bit starting with the landmark that let us know where to turn to the left to head to the east end of the island. The water slide is gone. They've done a nourishment project on the beach to build up this side of the island but that's not done anything to stem the tide of for sale signs out here.

After a quick unloading of the cargo and lunch, it was time to get ready to see the beach. We had arrived at the right time as the tide was going out and there was a nice tide pool for the kids to do their usual splashing and digging. Getting there is a bit of an adventure as Ocean Isle is a typical North Carolina beach which means it is not hard-packed sand like Daytona Beach.

But the jogging stroller does a good job as long as you remember that when you commit to moving...don't stop until you have to! Then there is the ridge created by the nourishment project to negotiate and then it's easy going on the small bit of hard-packed sand to be found out there.

Once we got to the tide pool, it was time to splash and carry on... and capture those memories on the digital camera. There is plenty of sand to dig in (and occasionally eat if you're Katie!), tons of shells awaiting sifting, and water for just plain running.

One thing you notice quickly is that Kathryn seems to have no fear of anything. Don't be surprised if her nickname goes from Katie to Princess Bruiser. Seriously...a big wave knocks her over and she's right back up again and ready to go. She stands up and takes a couple of steps...then it's down on her butt and just as quickly back up again.

It's kind of funny but the three of them have such totally different personalities. Katie fears nothing (her big brothers might want to take notice of this), Alex is pretty easy-going and goes with the flow, and Nicholas lives his life on his terms.

That was readily apparent when it was time to go for a bit of a swim with each of the kids. Nicholas wasn't at all interested...until jealousy over Alex having fun had him changing his mind at light speed! Katie...a swim was not a hard sell for that girl. But once out there, all three of them had the same reaction...they relaxed and enjoyed the swim about as much as I did.

Then it was time to trek back to the house (fighting our way through the loose sand again) to get cleaned up and get a bit of dinner. Nicholas and I took the rustic route and cleaned up in the outdoor shower. No, we didn't moon anyone but the water is nice and warm out there...just perfect after a trip down to the beach.

Dinner time saw us split up for a bit...Alex and I went to get some pizza whilst the rest of them were off raiding the local Food Lion for provisions that we didn't pack with us.

If you are staying in the Ocean Isle area and you want some pizza...go to Tony's in Calabash. He makes up a seriously good pie every time and the service is always top notch. Alex by this time was very tired and I just carried him in to get the pizza. Of course, he felt it was his duty to charm everyone in sight whether they worked there or not (including a bishop from Uganda who was visiting the area). When the pizzas were ready, I was quite prepared to take Alex to his car seat and then come back for the pizzas. The owner had another idea about that... i.e. let me carry the pizzas and he brought them right out to the Escape. That is why you support the little guys...they care more about their customer than the big chain franchises ever will. And besides, he's got the best pizza within 30 minutes of the beach house and the consistently full parking lot to prove it! :)

Gramps and Grandma Carol come to visit...

10 Aug 2007

Visiting our cousins at Ocean Isle...

06 Aug 2007

  • Keelia playing in a hole on the beach... [Web /Reprint]
  • There's some lovely dirt over here... [Web /Reprint]
  • Kathryn putting the finishing touches on a pile of dirt! [Web /Reprint]
  • Our little cutie... [Web /Reprint]
  • Look what I've got... [Web /Reprint]
  • Hello! Wanna let me out of here? [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas doing a bit of digging... [Web /Reprint]
  • Patrick Samuel playing in the surf... [Web /Reprint]
  • A wave catches Nicholas...and he doesn't seem to mind! [Web /Reprint]
  • Mairin carrying her pail... [Web /Reprint]
  • Keelia and Kathryn playing in a hole... [Web /Reprint]
  • Little Miss Keelia strikes a pose... [Web /Reprint]
  • ...and apparently thought something was funny in the process! [Web /Reprint]

Visiting our little garden...

23 Jul 2007

Visiting the water park at Easton!

16 Jul 2007

Relaxing at the home of the Ryans...

15 Jul 2007

Happy 1st birthday, Keelia!

14 Jul 2007

Finally completing the loop...

13 Jul 2007

  • M/V Chicamacomico coming into view (Ocracoke/Hatteras Ferry, Part Deux) [Web /Reprint]
  • Boarding the M/V W. Stanford White from the dash cam [Web /Reprint]
  • Leaving Ocracoke Island astern [Web /Reprint]
  • Hatteras awaits! [Web /Reprint]
  • Cape Hatteras Light Station [Web /Reprint]
  • The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse [Web /Reprint]
  • Looking down to the path used when the lighthouse was moved [Web /Reprint]
  • The footprint of the lighthouse at the original location [Web /Reprint]
  • Looking north towards Buxton [Web /Reprint]
  • The Fresnel lens was replaced by an electric beacon by the US Coast Guard [Web /Reprint]
  • Tallest lighthouse in the US, second tallest in the world! [Web /Reprint]
  • A view of the original footprint of the lighthouse [Web /Reprint]
  • Southern end of the Oregon Inlet Bridge [Web /Reprint]
  • Oregon Inlet from the dash cam! [Web /Reprint]
  • If you look carefully, you can see Bodie Island Lighthouse framed by a storm... [Web /Reprint]
  • ...getting a little closer to the lighthouse! [Web /Reprint]
  • Bodie Island Lighthouse and Keeper's house [Web /Reprint]
  • Good view of Bodie Island's First Order Fresnel lens [Web /Reprint]
  • Wright Brothers Memorial in Kitty Hawk [Web /Reprint]
  • Wright Memorial [Web /Reprint]
  • I have no clue what that little house is supposed to be! [Web /Reprint]
  • Pilots love putting the airstrip behind the Memorial in their log books! [Web /Reprint]
  • Currituck Lighthouse north of Corolla [Web /Reprint]
  • Currituck's grounds are by far the prettiest of the Outer Banks lighthouses! [Web /Reprint]
  • Currituck also boasts a First Order Fresnel lens [Web /Reprint]
  • Climbing Hatteras was enough for one day... [Web /Reprint]

Meanwhile in Columbus, OH...

13 Jul 2007

  • Nicholas looks like he's up to no good... [Web /Reprint]
  • Three cousins sheltering under the pool table... [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie plays a bit of music [Web /Reprint]
  • Mairin gives us a smile... [Web /Reprint]
  • That sofa looks awfully comfortable... [Web /Reprint]
  • Alex looks like he's raided the local Meijer... [Web /Reprint]
  • Water water everywhere... [Web /Reprint]
  • Oooh, check out the water table! [Web /Reprint]
  • I get the impression he's having fun! [Web /Reprint]
  • Catch me if you can... [Web /Reprint]
  • Patrick Samuel will give it a try... [Web /Reprint]
  • Camouflage is such a wonderful thing... [Web /Reprint]

Check out our newest friend...

12 Jul 2007

  • I've heard of getting your goat... [Web /Reprint]
  • but this is ridiculous! [Web /Reprint]
  • One should always take time to smell the...uh... [Web /Reprint]

Happy Fourth of July!

04 Jul 2007

  • The right place to be on a hot summer's day... [Web /Reprint]
  • Uh, that's a little too much right place for Alexander... [Web /Reprint]
  • The annual neighborhood Fourth of July gathering [Web /Reprint]
  • Check out our camp site to the left behind the tree [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas is on the run! [Web /Reprint]
  • Maybe we ought to rethink that stand in the middle of the street thing, eh? [Web /Reprint]
  • Joe Cool... [Web /Reprint]

Fourth of July Celebration at Lake Benson!

03 Jul 2007

  • Nicholas is trying to hide from the camera [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas crosses the finish line... [Web /Reprint]
  • Alexander isn't so much into the jumping thing [Web /Reprint]
  • Watch your step! [Web /Reprint]
  • Cleared for landing! [Web /Reprint]
  • Emergency descent! [Web /Reprint]
  • What a difference a year makes... [Web /Reprint]
  • No need to hang out your thumb, you've already got a ride! [Web /Reprint]
  • Up the ladder he goes... [Web /Reprint]
  • Woo hoo! [Web /Reprint]
  • He's gotten to be such a big boy... [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie...enjoy dinner with Grammy, not on Grammy! [Web /Reprint]
  • All of them looking in one direction is the hardest shot to get... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas at attention for the national anthem... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas weaves a bit of magic with the light stick... [Web /Reprint]
  • Before Alex-Kong... [Web /Reprint]
  • ...and after! [Web /Reprint]
  • Kathryn enjoying her first fireworks show... [Web /Reprint]
  • Alex seems to be enjoying the show as well... [Web /Reprint]
  • Nicholas cheering a particularly nifty sequence... [Web /Reprint]
  • Ooooh...nice one! [Web /Reprint]
  • Mommy caught the heart fireworks nicely... [Web /Reprint]
  • Alex and Grammy are still wide awake... [Web /Reprint]
  • Katie, not so much (even through the finale!) [Web /Reprint]

Visiting with Grammy!

23 Jun 2007

Blankets!

16 Jun 2007

Playing in the hallway...

13 Jun 2007

Yard work day for some of us...

10 Jun 2007

Bath time!

08 Jun 2007

10th Anniversary of WakeMed Children's ED

07 Jun 2007

Guess we'll be putting the gate up on the stairs...like now!

05 Jun 2007

Splashing in the pool!

01 Jun 2007

Uncle Ben's graduation from FTCC...

24 May 2007

Having fun in the back yard...

20 May 2007

Happy 4th birthday, Nicholas!

11 May 2007

Coming home!

08 May 2007

Visiting with Warren and Chris

07 May 2007

Meanwhile in Minneapolis...

06 May 2007

  • One breakfast in the sheets [Web /Reprint]
  • He seems excited to be leaving the hotel [Web /Reprint]

The best laid plans...

06 May 2007

Bridget's Wedding

05 May 2007

Rehearsal dinner in Minneapolis

04 May 2007

Another lovely day in Duluth, Minnesota...

03 May 2007

Meeting the Ryans in Duluth!

02 May 2007

Come fly with me...

01 May 2007

WakeMed Employee Appreciation Day

28 Apr 2007

Just hanging out...

27 Apr 2007

A Day Out at Triangle Towne Centre

15 Apr 2007

Kathryn's Baptism!

14 Apr 2007

Taking time out with Gramps and Grandma Carol...

13 Apr 2007

  • Kathryn and Gramps! [Web / Reprint]
  • Nicholas playing with his Lightning McQueen track... [Web / Reprint]
  • Grandma Carol and Alex go for a stroll.... [Web / Reprint]

Overflowing Easter baskets...

08 Apr 2007

  • Stuff the presents...give me Easter grass! [Web / Reprint]
  • Taste testing the merchandise... [Web / Reprint]
  • Alex and the magical tooth wand... [Web / Reprint]
  • Nicholas proudly displays his Mickey in an egg... [Web / Reprint]
  • Alex looks impressed... [Web / Reprint]
  • Katie and Marie of The Aristocats... [Web / Reprint]
  • Kathryn assumes the Alex Blanket Pose™... [Web / Reprint]
  • Not quite as satisfying as the real thing! [Web / Reprint]
  • Kathryn examines the loot... [Web / Reprint]
  • Keep your paws off! [Web / Reprint]
  • Alex is a very happy boy... [Web / Reprint]
  • The girl does get enough fiber, thank you very much... [Web / Reprint]
  • A slightly smaller scale Easter egg hunt... [Web / Reprint]
  • Too bad we don't have that audio clip they use when Amazing Racers pass the clue box that is in plain view... [Web / Reprint]
  • He found one... [Web / Reprint]
  • ...and he's off to claim the prize! [Web / Reprint]
  • Yes, they're your eggs! [Web / Reprint]
  • Nicholas displays the loot... [Web / Reprint]
  • Nicholas has a handle on egg #2... [Web / Reprint]
  • Nicholas presents the ticket... [Web / Reprint]
  • He finds the final egg! [Web / Reprint]
  • The triumphal return... [Web / Reprint]
  • Hatch! Hatch, darn it!!! [Web / Reprint]
  • I think he loves his Lizzie... [Web / Reprint]
  • Yes, it's yours! [Web / Reprint]
  • Look what I found... [Web / Reprint]
  • The next Mia Hamm? [Web / Reprint]
  • The Jamaican bobsleigh team's #1 fan! [Web / Reprint]

Giving some color to the eggs...

05 Apr 2007

Special Delivery!

03 Apr 2007

Easter at Lake Benson Park...with the rest of Garner!

31 Mar 2007

Triangle Towne Centre

28 Mar 2007

Back yard fun!

25 Mar 2007

Enjoying St. Patrick's Day at Grammy's...

17 Mar 2007

Bed time in the Williams household...

11 Mar 2007

I spy with my little eye...

10 Mar 2007

They can be a handful...or lap full...

24 Feb 2007

  • Mommy with a lap full o' kids... [Web / Reprint]
  • You have no idea what work it is to get these shots... [Web / Reprint]
  • Alex...I'm totally feeling it... [Web / Reprint]

Bath time!

03 Feb 2007

Quick snow storm in Garner!

01 Feb 2007

Alexander's Second Birthday Bash

28 Jan 2007

Gramps comes to visit!

27 Jan 2007

  • Pssst! Katie's wearing blue... [Web / Reprint]
  • A lot of times, all it takes is a simple toy... [Web / Reprint]
  • Look at me sitting pretty! [Web / Reprint]

Medical training starts early in this family...

07 Jan 2007

  • Breathe in... [Web / Reprint]
  • Interesting procedure to check temperature... [Web / Reprint]
  • Uh...a little higher up the arm for checking blood pressure! [Web / Reprint]
  • The heart's a little higher, Nicholas! [Web / Reprint]