This is our blog. A journal for us to share our daily lives with the people that we love and who love us. Enjoy the silly, sappy and usually unpredictable tales that make us say.....It's a Schmoll world.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

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I took the kids to the sculpture park today. I wanted to practice some of the things I learned in my last class. The kids are great supporters of my photo bug....even when it means I drag them out into the heat to take photos....

we only lasted 30 minutes in the heat.... I got a few good shots...

hopefully the weather will cooperate and we can try again soon.

Sunday, June 20, 2010

Happy Father's Day- Rowdy










Happy Father's Day to Rowdy. Today was a great day. We started off with Chocolate Chip pancakes for breakfast. Then an afternoon with the Cardinals-stadium hot dogs and peanuts (good game even though we did not win). On the way home we stopped for Ted Drew's. Now home to lounge by the pool in dad's new hammock (his father's day gift).

Rowdy. You are a wonderful dad. You are so involved in your family's life. We could not ask for anything more. We love you and think YOU ARE THE BEST DAD EVER!!!!
You make everything more fun...you make everything "right"
Thanks for being a great DAD.








Happy Father's Day


This is my dad. This is one of the most important people in my life. He always has been and always will be. My dad has always held such a presence in my life, and in the lives of our family.

My father is many things to many people.

He is a good friend to many. He is there with golf clubs in hand ready to play, dominoes on the table ready for a game, and a handshake or hug when times are not so good. He is a friend

He is a husband to my mom. A man that is somewhat predictable, somewhat stubborn, and always reliable.... He is "Roooooobbbbberrrrrrttttt." He loves her so much and wants the best for her.....he can be so lovable...and so frustrating all at the same time...He is a husband.

He is a father. He has raised us to be strong, independent and proud of who we are. He is a man who has always demanded respect. He taught us all the importance of respecting our elders and authority. It has been a lesson that has served me well. It is a lesson I have tried to teach my own children.
He raised us to know that we are loved. I have always known that my father will always love us, no matter what silly, brainless decisions we may make in our youth. He punished us when we deserved it, reprimanded us when necessary, and always told us that he loved us.
He is the man that I call for advice and help when I have a problem or a question. He is always willing to lend a hand, an opinion and a hug. He is my Father.

He is a Grandpa and Great-Grandpa. He is the snuggle on the couch that makes you feel so happy. He is the man who has carried a sticker on his eyeglass pouch for 10+ years...just because his granddaughter gave it to him. He is the voice on the other end of the phone that says "you look beautiful" and makes you smile and giggle. He is the grandpa that says....
"they're perfect" when the children are acting mischievous...and you are annoyed.
He is the one you want to share vacations with...he is the one you want to go to the movies with,
he is the one you want to spend time with....because you like him....you love him.
He is a Grandpa.

He is my daddy. He has always told me that I was his little angel. His princess. He has always been accused of treating me differently..because I am the only girl. It is true. I will admit it. Everyone knows that there is a special bond between a father and daughter. He has always been a little softer with me, a little more forgiving, a little more protective. He is my dad.
I love him. I hope that he knows how very much he is loved.

Happy Father's Day. I love you!

Monday, June 14, 2010

Our New Car


It has been a long eventful day. After many hours of car shopping and countless sales pitches...
we found this pretty SUV. The kids loved the color, and Rowdy and I liked the safety ratings and the options. I am pleased with our purchase , and am very happy we do not have to deal with any more car salesmen!!!

Sunday, June 13, 2010

Bucks and Spurs Dude Ranch

Emily and Granny had a wonderful time on their trip to Buck's and Spur's Dude Ranch.From the time that they arrived (2 hours early) until their final farewell, the girls had a great time. Every day was full of horses, trail rides, good food, great company, cattle drives, kayaking the rapids, roping lessons, campfires and beautiful sunsets over the fields. The trip was amazing. Most days included 7 or more hours on horseback.

These photos are just a taste of the times they shared.