Goose's Early B-day Party

Our very good friends Tera and Michael McClelland hosted Katharine's birthday party. Three of Katharine's classmates/friends showed and they were treated to a concert by musician Celeste Moyer, turkey burgers and hotdogs, a delicious and hearty serving of Vicky's chili, and a couple of movies all done out in the backyard. Tera and Michael went above and beyond what we expected. Katharine and girls all had a great time.

Black and White Pictures

Testing the camera's ability to take B&W.  Interesting..

The picture of me looks like I'm pissed off.. what the hey..??

Happy Mother's Day!!

So we go to lunch at our favorite Mexican restaurant called "Aparicio's" and it dawned on me that whenever we go out for a meal, this is what we look like..

Katharine's headphones I believe is permanently stuck to her ears. In order to get her attention, anything within reach - such as a rolled up piece of paper or a salt/pepper shaker you can throw at her would work.  Otherwise a loud, sustained, booming voice may be able to penetrate those headphones.  Kelly on the other hand continuously checks her email, facebook, text, email, facebook... I'm guilty myself for checking Words With Friends more than most.. I have two opponents I trade winnings with.. I just can't afford to lose..

Gone are the days of sitting for a long meal with meaningful conversations, entertaining stories, etc.  But then again, it all changes when the food arrives...