Our New Grandson has Arrived!

Meet Evan, Rylie's little brother. He was born at 12:03 on New Years Eve weighing 7lb and 2 oz. He looks just like his big sister. Mother, Father, Rylie and Evan are all doing well. More pics to come later.

The Little Dancing Angel

A very short video clip of Rylie dancing to Christmas Carols. Now you know why I call her "Boogie"
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Granny's 90th Birthday

"Granny" celebrated her 90th birthday this year. We had such a nice time with family having cake and ice cream. We have 5 generations in our family. Granny is Rylies Great Great grandmother. She looks great, doesn't she?

Stacy's Baby Shower! It's a Boy!

Stacy's Baby Shower 2006

Click on the Picture and you will see all the pictures of the shower. Use Slideshow for best effect. Enjoy!

Gymnast of the Month!

 
Rylie was selected as Gymnast of the Month for the Developmental Team. This is her picture as it appeared on the display at the gym. Her little grin is so cute. Click on the picture to enlarge. 

Wonderful News! It's a Boy!!

Christmas is coming, and a new baby grandson will be arriving! I've got my knitting needles clacking. Rylie is thrilled to be a big sister. Here is an ultrasound photo of our little baby at about 16 weeks. I can't wait to see our precious bundle when he enters the world. Our daughter's due date is around Christmas. She is doing great so far. Both are healthy and growing. My son in law is already preparing the nursery with a WVU theme. What better gift for Christmas than a special new member of the family!

Rylie's Performing again!

 

She participated in a Gym Show at the Mall. Mamaw is so proud 

Crabby Mamaw

Just returned from "The Beach" with all the family. What fun we had this trip. Check out this short video of the North Carolina Aquarium in Pine Knoll Shores.

Free Podiobooks!!

If you love a good story, check out some of the free podiobooks on the web. I am currently listening to INFECTION by Scott Sigler. Pretty good stuff if you can overlook the bad language at times. http://scottsigler.podshow.com/podcasts/

Rylie's Art Exhibition

 
 
 
Rylie's Abstract art was picked to be featured in an Art Exhibition at West Virginia University's Creative Arts Center. She is so talented! (Get's it from her Mamaw of course!) The best artwork from children grades K though 12 was featured. I am so proud of her, and so is her Papaw Grumpy shown here proudly pointing at Rylie's creation.  

Coloring Eggs with Rylie

  

Gimme a Kiss!

Rylie making friends with a rather big fish. Rylie has turned 6 years old and celebrated her birthday with a trip to the zoo this past weekend. The aquarium was made so that you can be at the same level as the fish inside. Amazingly beautiful!

Rylie's Snowman

 


First good snow of the year and Rylie has made another masterpiece! 

The Most Beautiful Big Red Dog!

 


Why do I carry this beautiful animal on my bag at work? Well, it was given to me by a very excited granddaughter at Christmas. Her Mom said she picked it out with her own money. It's a purse for Mamaw. I love it! Not just because that beautiful child thought of me, but I really use it. I can always spot my bag among the other 40 or so identical bags at work. I can place my lunch money, pictures of Rylie, of course for bragging sessions, and extra little things I often need (like paperclips). My "office" is truly all in my bag. I have a computer, notebooks, and lots and lots of "important stuff". But nothing is more special that looking down at that dog (especially when the days are tense) and realizing that my heart is right there. It always makes me smile. 

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Rylie's Cheerleading Routine

The Kindergarten Basketball games. This is the halftime routine by the cheerleaders and their coach, Stacy (also Rylie's Mom). They are just too cute!