The beginning of day 2...finally fewer cuts!
The end of day 1...took WAY TOO LONG!
Started with the most challenging section...oh well.
Before #2.
Before...cheap construction carpet.
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Our new floor... (1)
The beginning of day 2...finally fewer cuts!
The end of day 1...took WAY TOO LONG!
Started with the most challenging section...oh well.
Before #2.
Before...cheap construction carpet.
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
October?!
Well, here we are--staring bold faced into winter. I am not looking forward to it. Last winter was one of the worst winters ever. Nolan was sick constantly, I got Strep twice (after 30 years of not having it at all) and of course there was Karl's infamous pass-out, break ribs, ambulance ride debacle.
So, as I start to ponder this winter I realized something. Nolan hasn't really been sick in a very long time. Is it possible that all of those people were right? That eventually he would reach critical mass in his immune system and stop catching everything!? It seems that may be the case.
Other than that we are putting laminate floors on the main floor next weekend (and when I say 'we' I really mean Karl), with the hopes that we will be able to sell next year. I am not really an optimist and the market doesn't seem much better, but we can hope.
Pictures are attached for your viewing pleasure. These are Nolan's two year pictures. I think they turned out great.
Until next time...
So, as I start to ponder this winter I realized something. Nolan hasn't really been sick in a very long time. Is it possible that all of those people were right? That eventually he would reach critical mass in his immune system and stop catching everything!? It seems that may be the case.
Other than that we are putting laminate floors on the main floor next weekend (and when I say 'we' I really mean Karl), with the hopes that we will be able to sell next year. I am not really an optimist and the market doesn't seem much better, but we can hope.
Pictures are attached for your viewing pleasure. These are Nolan's two year pictures. I think they turned out great.
Until next time...
Friday, September 4, 2009
Murphy
There are few things as comforting as having a very loyal dog. We of course had our wonderful Murphy, who was as cute as he was crazy. We made the very difficult decision a few months ago to find a new home for Murphy. He had learned to live with giving up his room (for the nursery) and learning to share his space when Nolan started to move around, but eventually it became a bit too much for him. He was never mean, but was very difficult to manage with a small child in a small home.
We will always have some great stories...like when he jumped on the countertop to eat a stick of butter. We couldn't figure out where the butter went until the next day, during Murphy's walk.
The time he ate half a bag of chocolate kisses and we had to induce vomiting.
The way he howls (or sings) when a siren goes by.
The look on his face anytime we did something to him that he thought was beneath him, such as dress him up for Christmas or Halloween.
He is dearly loved and very missed. We think he will be very happy in his new home. Surrounded by parks and un-knowing rabbits. Now if he can just get his own room...
We will always have some great stories...like when he jumped on the countertop to eat a stick of butter. We couldn't figure out where the butter went until the next day, during Murphy's walk.
The time he ate half a bag of chocolate kisses and we had to induce vomiting.
The way he howls (or sings) when a siren goes by.
The look on his face anytime we did something to him that he thought was beneath him, such as dress him up for Christmas or Halloween.
He is dearly loved and very missed. We think he will be very happy in his new home. Surrounded by parks and un-knowing rabbits. Now if he can just get his own room...
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Birthday weekend
Nolan had quite the birthday weekend. We had two separate parties for him. The first was Saturday morning, at Grandma and Grandpa Madsen's house. It was early, first thing Saturday morning, but the family turned out in force. It was fun, and Nolan sure warmed up to everyone really quickly. He had fun opening presents and playing with Tiv. We were glad we didn't have to host at our house!
Sunday, we made the drive up to Sarah and David's house for birthday party #2. It was a beautiful afternoon, and we spent the entire day outside. Nolan had a blast in the inflatable pool...almost too much fun! He was all about riding the classic horse toy that used to belong to Sarah. Something to keep in mind? We had a great visit with Grandpa David, Grandma Lois, Sarah, and Anne. It was a great end to a fun birthday weekend.
Next stop...Christmas!!! YIKES!!!
Sunday, we made the drive up to Sarah and David's house for birthday party #2. It was a beautiful afternoon, and we spent the entire day outside. Nolan had a blast in the inflatable pool...almost too much fun! He was all about riding the classic horse toy that used to belong to Sarah. Something to keep in mind? We had a great visit with Grandpa David, Grandma Lois, Sarah, and Anne. It was a great end to a fun birthday weekend.
Next stop...Christmas!!! YIKES!!!
Nolan's 2nd Birthday! (2)
"Mmmm....cupcakes!"
"Cheese" daddy!!! Playing in the pool at Sarah and David's.
"Yee-haw!"
Sarah's horse...he really loved riding that!
Lots of presents...but the ribbon was very fun!
Nolan's 2nd Birthday! (1)
His first puppet - Harry
Again, the focused concentration...so cute.
"Open Tivy!"
Ripping paper, pulling ribbons, no help from mom or dad!
Opening presents...more fun this year!
4th of July
Our family vacation this summer was another trip up to visit Grandpa Eric (that is just fun to say) in Door County, WI. We were a little nervous, as our trip last year was a bit rough, but this year, we were prepared. We purchased a portable DVD player - yes, our car does not have one built in - and that made things much easier. While there is a part of me that finds that to be "cheating", at this age, it sure seems to help things. I hope in the coming years, we can road trip like I used to... (yeah, right!).
The week was very nice, even though the weather was cool and rainy at the beginning. We bought a small tent and Nolan loved climbing in the tent in the yard. He wanted everyone to come and sit in the tent. That is about as close to camping as I'll ever get...but it was fun for Nolan! He is still a bit apprehensive about the tractor, but when it wasn't running, he sure liked to climb all over it. He didn't want anything to do with it while it was running though...so we still have another year or so before he might want to ride/drive.
We found lots of parks, and Nolan loves slides. He really took to the beach, so I'm glad to see he is following in his dad's footsteps - Parrothead in training (I'd like to think). It was great spending time up in Door County, and Nolan seems to really enjoy it there.
The week was very nice, even though the weather was cool and rainy at the beginning. We bought a small tent and Nolan loved climbing in the tent in the yard. He wanted everyone to come and sit in the tent. That is about as close to camping as I'll ever get...but it was fun for Nolan! He is still a bit apprehensive about the tractor, but when it wasn't running, he sure liked to climb all over it. He didn't want anything to do with it while it was running though...so we still have another year or so before he might want to ride/drive.
We found lots of parks, and Nolan loves slides. He really took to the beach, so I'm glad to see he is following in his dad's footsteps - Parrothead in training (I'd like to think). It was great spending time up in Door County, and Nolan seems to really enjoy it there.
Door County over the 4th of July (3)
Wasting away on the beach...Parrothead in training! My boy.
"No daddy...I can do it!"
Lots of sand...lots of water.
Nolan's first trip to the Ephraim Beach...loved it!
More slides...he love them!
Door County over the 4th of July (2)
The tongue out, showing concentration...it is a Fletcher side thing...
"Um...what about the pedals?"
"I'm driving...I'm driving."
Chilling with C.A.N. in the trailer.
"Papa sit!"
Door County over the 4th of July (1)
"Ahhh...Papa's tractor." It's fun when it isn't running.
Talk about an anchor holding you back!
"Slides are GREAT!"
"I can do this...don't help dad!"
"No problem...just need to figure out these leg things."
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Lots of updates...
Well, again, time flies and the updates have not been as consistent as they should be. It gets to be a lot to keep taking pictures and finding things. Everyday life is pretty exciting, but we don't keep taking pictures. So, we have to come up with new events and things.
We decided that we would buy a year membership to the Minnesota Zoo. Nolan LOVES it! He really likes just being outside all the time, and this way he gets to be outside and see lots of really neat animals. It has been in short sputs, these first few visits to the zoo. We haven't gotten the hang yet of timing his naps on the weekends. So, we get to the zoo early, and by the time he has exhausted himself, we end up having to carry him out to the car. It makes for a very long walk...but well worth it.
Other than that, Nolan seems to be growing like a weed at times. His latest thing is what Tiv and I have dubbed the "Sneak Walk". I posted a very short clip, and I'm hoping to get a better example in the near future. He just amazes us with the things that he comes up with. He will have entire conversations, or just sing to himself, and can go for 5-10 minutes. Then there are times when he just needs to be held and can't go 5 mintues without either Laura or myself.
More will follow...thanks for your patience!
We decided that we would buy a year membership to the Minnesota Zoo. Nolan LOVES it! He really likes just being outside all the time, and this way he gets to be outside and see lots of really neat animals. It has been in short sputs, these first few visits to the zoo. We haven't gotten the hang yet of timing his naps on the weekends. So, we get to the zoo early, and by the time he has exhausted himself, we end up having to carry him out to the car. It makes for a very long walk...but well worth it.
Other than that, Nolan seems to be growing like a weed at times. His latest thing is what Tiv and I have dubbed the "Sneak Walk". I posted a very short clip, and I'm hoping to get a better example in the near future. He just amazes us with the things that he comes up with. He will have entire conversations, or just sing to himself, and can go for 5-10 minutes. Then there are times when he just needs to be held and can't go 5 mintues without either Laura or myself.
More will follow...thanks for your patience!
Our zoo adventures
Exploring my world...got the Karl squint!
"Turtle?"
"Don't eat me!!!"
"I love the zoo!"
"Mmmmm...fishies!"
Aloha Fridays
"Aloha shirt Fridays...aren't we a matching set?"
Ummm...we can lose the Nuk, can't we?
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Easter Pics
Not shy in front of a camera?!?
The outdoor's type? We'll have to see.
Nolan's horse...
Look out, he is tough to keep up with.
Um...this doesn't taste too good.
Easter Weekend
Weekends sure seem to fly by these days. We had a pretty good, but very busy Easter weekend. Friday, Nolan spent the day with Grandma and Grandpa, as his day care was closed for Good Friday (strange?). He had lots of fun there...but that was just day one. Saturday, we went back to Grandma and Grandpa's for visit number 2, appetizers with Dave, Bart and Sue, and Nancy. It was a quick visit, but he looked pretty good in his leather jacket, jeans, and button down. He is usually better dressed that mom and dad these days! Sunday, the 3rd visit to Grandma and Grandpa's for Easter lunch. Fortunately, we missed the lunch - Nolan decided to take a longer nap today - which turned out to be a good thing. He is at the stage where keeping him occupied while sitting at a table for any length of time is a challenge. By missing the lunch, we were able to have others take turns watching Nolan while Laura and I got a chance to visit with family and friends.
All in all, a busy weekend. Very good to see family, but the amount of packing it takes to bring stuff for Nolan just adds up. We are looking forward to getting up to Centuria in the very near future...
All in all, a busy weekend. Very good to see family, but the amount of packing it takes to bring stuff for Nolan just adds up. We are looking forward to getting up to Centuria in the very near future...
Nolan's Leathers
He looks better than me already! -Karl
"Let's get this show on the road!"
Just posing...
Stylish, with the Nuk!
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