I like Twinkies!!

Wish We Were There....

We thought you might like to see some of our favorite vacation photos:A rare family photo (sans Joey) after a long, slow drive to the Jetties.
Sam's favorite place (no surprise) was the beach.
Sam formed a strong attachment to Papa. (Crossing the Rio Grande)
Oh, what should I get? All I want is a toy. What is this stuff? (Progresso Mexico)
Easter on the Island was a unique experience. Sam participated in an egg hunt and the Easter bunny found him, all the way down in Texas!

Padre Retrospective

Isn't it amazing how much things change over the course of 7 years and how much they remain the same? above: March 08, below January 01 (near the Jetties)

above: March 08, below January 01 (Progresso, MX parking lot)

Happy Birthday Gatorbait!

Some things never change.

Master of her domain

Apparently Emily is too humble to announce this, but last Friday she was accepted into the Masters of Education program at the University of Minnesota.  Which means that after getting her Bachelor's degree in May (majoring in English and Spanish) she has only a month off before starting her M.Ed. program over the summer.  AND, she was awarded a very nice scholarship to help defray the costs.  Well done, Emilia!  We're all proud of you.