Phew, what a a week!

1/19/08 Today is Uncle Mark's Birthday! We love him!

This week was pretty insane. NYS Exams for Colin, Tony and Eileen in 3 districts, Connor was sick for the week with a 104 fever, and it got cold again!

Colin: On top of his state exam, he is studying for his midterms. We started at 20 min a night 3 weeks ago and we are now at 30 min a night. He's also been practicing his trumpet for Solofest in a few weeks. He is a pooped puppy! On the bright side, he was the first 7th grader in Wayne Central history to make the Varsity Outdoor Track and Field team, and he is really psyched about that! He is at a friend's overnight B-Day Party and deserves the fun!

Connor: After fighting off this lovely virus this week, he pepped up today enough to take him to the mall and ride the carousel. He pretended we were knights and he picked the black stallion to ride. Apparently, they were not fast enough. Just not the same when you are used to the real ones! He threw a penny in the well and made a wish for Colin!

Eileen: Turned 36 on Wednesday, the day Connor was his sickest. I had to prep for a sub, but really enjoyed being able to stay home with him. The best B-day gift! My Grandma Helen McBride shared this B-day date with me. Special prayer for her! Bless her soul, 8 kids...How did she ever do it? On my daily run I reflected upon her influence. I miss her.

Tony: Met one of his past skiers he coached at the mall today. Man, do we feel old now! He has been updating his school and scout website this week on top of the ELA's. His parents called today where it was 65 in FL! At 20 degrees and snowing, we are so jealous! But, what would it be like without snow? You wouldn't be able to do what the boys did in these new pictures! How fun!


Love to all~