Latest pictures of Kate (almost 31 weeks pregnant) and Gizmo (already gave birth to 6 plastic balls that he protects very well).

Tulips

Just wanted to post some pictures of the tulips Mom got us last year. Out of the 40 bulbs it looks like at least 10 have started to open up for the sun and rain. We'll plant them in the ground in the fall.

Sage Room

Up-to-date pics of the evolution of the room downstairs.

The paint in the room is Sage Tint, but in the picture it looks white. It's really a light greenish.

Thanks Dad.

If you get a chance, any pictures of the tiles in the bathroom?

It only took about 1.5 years, but we think we picked a good one.
2007 Toyota Highlander, from Bristol, Tenn.
Now we get to see what life is like with 2 vehicles, or at least until the Elantra really does explode.
Kate and I took turns driving it back from the dealer and it's great so far.
We still don't know what Gizmo will think of all the extra room in the back, so we'll see.

Turning the Big 03

Today was Gizmo's last birthday as an only child. As the three amigos slowly grows into 4, Gizmo reports that he is looking forward to 2 things: (1)eating whatever the baby drops on the floor and (2) licking the baby's face. To celebrate his monumental achievement to becoming 3 years old, we are planning on relocating his cage so he stops stinking up the baby's room.

Week 21

Here are the latest pics of the baby formerly known as the Gummi Bear. Hopefully everyone can locate the head in each of the pictures. The one at the top looks like he/she is looking up into the sky on the right side of the picture. The one on the bottom has her/him staring us down and waving their right hand as if to say, "Yes, I'm smiling in this picture".

Like Kate said, she's feeling well and this Friday will be her last day at work. As for me, Kate counted 22 gray hairs on my noggin' the other day. I'm on my way to being distinguished.
Jason

So far this year...

Cameron and Oliver have found an interest again in music. Hey Meyer Uncles - They are getting ready to jam! Oliver favors the guitar, while Cameron sings lead vocals. Did I mention she is writing her own songs?



Oliver has also taken a liking to a new hair-do...

Happy New Year!

After welcoming the new year with our own marching band, we were all asleep before the clock struck 12. Hope the year has started off fantastic for all and continues with health, laughter, family and fun!

Jay

You haven't seen the finished wall so here's some shots

XMAS Cont.

This proves we were there, rain or no rain.

Pics from Nellies of the new Nicholas

Xmas 07

Early Christmas unwrap

First Picture of Baby

Pictured here is our view of the Baby from today's doctor visit. The head is on the left side below the "MOM N" that the doctor insisted he put on the picture since he puts it on all the pictures he takes.

Little nubs are present as growing arms and legs towards the right of the Baby. Doctor said things are looking well so far with our Baby's heart at about 170, which is good. It became Real for us as we saw the tiny pumping heart and we both knew that Kate really had something growing inside her.

Looks like July 1st, 2008 is the day when Kate, Gizmo, and I will be a growing family.

Pictured here is an artist's rendering of the above Gummi bear in a jelly bean:

Poppy's Birthday Dance

Here's some pics to keep you people up to date

I moved all the cars right away

I just stood there waiting for it to roll over onto the van which was parked there. It actually got stuck on one of the rocks next to the wood pile.

What did you say.

The steps are gone --tobe continued.

Boy that Italin food gets you thirsty

How do you get this thing into reverse.

Great news! On Friday, Oct. 19th my physical therapist found a pressure point and now I can turn my head for the first time since I think June without pain. Things going slow with my back, but did I mention I'm now doing pt in a pool.

Anniversary p.3

TO BE READ BEGINNING WITH THE SAFARI ENTRIES!


After pursuing the sound emitting from the passenger-front wheel, we found it was time to replace some brakes. Difficult to do amidst the Blue Ridge Mountains, we descended upon Roanoke and spent a few hours getting some brakes. (Sorry Dad, you'll have to visit again and we can go through the replacement of brakes again, because I forgot how to go about it.)

With ease of mind, we ascended to the land of wine and grapes at Valhalla. A year later, Kate and Jason appeared to be the only major change to have taken place.
With a year to look back on, and 35 of them for Mom and Dad to look back upon, we're excited to experience what is in store for our future. God knows what our lives will be like this time next year as we make the trek back up the mountain.

Anniversary weekend Spectaculaar

After the safari, we didn't even get out of the car and continued onto the Blue Ridge Mountains.

With a bunch of places to pull off, there were many chances to see this beautiful place that's just a few hours away, and that we've passed on so many trips.

Somewhat troubling, there was a sound emitting from the front passenger-side area near the wheel of the Elantra. Choosing to push-on, we continued to to explore.









Then it was onto the Bed 'n Breakfast that looked like something out of a 1980s summer-camp-horror-movie.









The place was pretty old and it shows as everything inside looks like it was made for little people. People were little back then.







The interior and breakfast (pictured) were pleasant though. Served with a delightful apple butter, the biscuits proved to be pretty tasty. The chunk of meat was good Virginia ham.









Our room was upstairs and also wasn't as creepy as the exterior made it out to be. It had a tub, but no shower so for our anniversary we were the smelly people upstairs. Also there was no lock on this door I'm holding, so we felt slightly more comfortable stacking a space heater, a stool, and numerous other trip hazards for whoever made the mistake of trying to take our stuff in the middle of the night.

Anniversary weekend

Here are some pictures of our Safari car-ride during our anniversary weekend. As you can see, as much as we tried to avoid the zebra, he was all about our steering wheel. Litigation is underway. No major damage was done to our vehicle. But we did notice a squeaking sound coming from near the front wheel. Strange...

Kate made a friend with a llama or an alpaca or something. It appreciated the food pellets we supplied. As you can see, there is a jealous llama/alpaca/water buffalo/dirt magnet in the distance.

My friend was very quiet and soft. I think I called him Roderick.

Bailey Meyer

They both need a shave--Chris is the one with the glasses