First things, I have to say I intend to put together a photoshow from Jack's birthday. I'm waiting for an update from Comcast.
Jenni's wedding in Vermont is coming up, and I'm sorry we won't be making it. I wish we were, and I know Ariel is particularly saddened that she will not be there. I think Ariel and I know how important it is for all of my family to be together for each other, particularly for such important occasions and celebrations. Last I heard there were only a few who might not make it, for school or new job reasons, but by now I suspect everyone else is on their way to Vermont. Have a wonderful wedding! Congratulations to the bride and groom.
Ariel is back from her trip with Chris. I haven't had much of a chance to talk with her since. I imagine she is finishing things in Alaska, spending some time with Chris before he is deployed, and getting ready for her upcoming return to New Mexico, if only for a short while before she's off to do something else. I know she's been making inquiries.
Jackson is in first grade now. He's resumed his piano lessons, but I'm not sure he's motivated enough to practice between lessons. He had a wonderful birthday, and invited many of his old friends for a swim party at our house. We had several inflatable pools and slides set up for the kids to play in. We had snacks and hot dogs and a cupcake tree for his friends. Later in the evening, family arrived and we grilled more food and ate outdoors.
Ry is growing. In preparation for preschool (at Jack's preschool), he potty trained himself in about a week. He still baby talks but he is in high gear in his learning curve. He is very polite and agreeable. The boys took swim lessons late in the season, and Ry is excelling at his swim skills. He is already smooth and comfortable in the water. I'd like to see the boys on a swim team next summer. Ry's ready for sports, but I'm afraid he will have to wait one more year for most.
Cyndi's been taking some swim lessons, too, and she is very excited about her progress. It's as though she was never taught before now. She's bicycling more, too, along with her regular yoga sessions.
I've been watching the Democrats' convention on CSpan. It's a better way to watch. No interruptions. No commentators and pundits. No filtering.
I saw Hillary and Bill and Michelle and even John Kerry, and I was impressed. I am particularly impressed that they are taking such a high road in taking on McCain while painting him with the legacy of Bush. I think they have hit the right notes with the themes for the convention, and I wonder how the Republicans will do in their convention. I haven't been the strongest supporter of Obama, even though it's such a compelling story, but I think the Dems have it right that we cannot afford another Republican administration. I saw Joe Biden's speech, too. I don't think it had the luster of other speeches, but I have no reservations with him as the veep. I'm trying to remember which judicial hearings that he came off so shrill and overmatched by the witnesses, but I have also seen him attack issues with a straightforward honesty that is rare. All that remains of the convention now is Obama's speech.
Jenni's wedding in Vermont is coming up, and I'm sorry we won't be making it. I wish we were, and I know Ariel is particularly saddened that she will not be there. I think Ariel and I know how important it is for all of my family to be together for each other, particularly for such important occasions and celebrations. Last I heard there were only a few who might not make it, for school or new job reasons, but by now I suspect everyone else is on their way to Vermont. Have a wonderful wedding! Congratulations to the bride and groom.
Ariel is back from her trip with Chris. I haven't had much of a chance to talk with her since. I imagine she is finishing things in Alaska, spending some time with Chris before he is deployed, and getting ready for her upcoming return to New Mexico, if only for a short while before she's off to do something else. I know she's been making inquiries.
Jackson is in first grade now. He's resumed his piano lessons, but I'm not sure he's motivated enough to practice between lessons. He had a wonderful birthday, and invited many of his old friends for a swim party at our house. We had several inflatable pools and slides set up for the kids to play in. We had snacks and hot dogs and a cupcake tree for his friends. Later in the evening, family arrived and we grilled more food and ate outdoors.
Ry is growing. In preparation for preschool (at Jack's preschool), he potty trained himself in about a week. He still baby talks but he is in high gear in his learning curve. He is very polite and agreeable. The boys took swim lessons late in the season, and Ry is excelling at his swim skills. He is already smooth and comfortable in the water. I'd like to see the boys on a swim team next summer. Ry's ready for sports, but I'm afraid he will have to wait one more year for most.
Cyndi's been taking some swim lessons, too, and she is very excited about her progress. It's as though she was never taught before now. She's bicycling more, too, along with her regular yoga sessions.
I've been watching the Democrats' convention on CSpan. It's a better way to watch. No interruptions. No commentators and pundits. No filtering.
I saw Hillary and Bill and Michelle and even John Kerry, and I was impressed. I am particularly impressed that they are taking such a high road in taking on McCain while painting him with the legacy of Bush. I think they have hit the right notes with the themes for the convention, and I wonder how the Republicans will do in their convention. I haven't been the strongest supporter of Obama, even though it's such a compelling story, but I think the Dems have it right that we cannot afford another Republican administration. I saw Joe Biden's speech, too. I don't think it had the luster of other speeches, but I have no reservations with him as the veep. I'm trying to remember which judicial hearings that he came off so shrill and overmatched by the witnesses, but I have also seen him attack issues with a straightforward honesty that is rare. All that remains of the convention now is Obama's speech.
2 comments:
Wow when I get out to mom and dad's I'm able to check your web site--- UGH you have made Palin far too logical and valid. My concern is that you are intelligent, discriminating and aware of the issues and positions active in politics - and you have presented a good case for Palin - NOOOOO!!! I preferred the overall Democratic Convention over the Repulican -- but I do not want McCain in office -- and therefore Palin has got to not make an impression -- one of my friends thought she was bit--y. I must admit she is an Obama supporter big time! I'm certainly not well versed on the political issues and I have no strong politcal convictions - other than NO REPUBLICANS - I seem to feel that with a son in the ARMY Infantry his odds are better with a Democrat -- I figure Obama has (from what I have heard and relate too) good ideas and I must admit I am inspired by his "vision' and they way he expresses his hopes and dreams. Hey he has lots of advisors to help him with the big decisions and shoot -- I think he will actually listen to them!!!!!!
All for now the Rib Eye steaks, salad, bread and wine await. Great blog - love to read your writing!! Lisa
I'm delighted with this response, which of course is a response to my later ramblings after the GOP convention. I wholeheartedly agree with you. I'm just so pissed with this premonition I have that the Dems are going to blow it again and we'll be stuck with a direction that most of us don't want. So I couldn't help it when I went on and on about Palin. I sure hope the Dems get an intelligent and effective game plan to go after this one. I sure hope they don't plan on charming us with debates and stump speeches. How about spending some of that warchest on creative spots that really attempt to inform us about the choices and what the "changes" Obama espouses really look like? Dems need a fresh approach.
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