A swell nephew and some weird feet

We went to a grad party in Belmond, IA last weekend.  Congrats to our bright and talented nephew Cole!

Meanwhile on the home front, Michael has started physical therapy.  At his pre-7th grade checkup a few weeks ago, I mentioned that he walks rather strange and that I didn't think we could blame it on the development of a Cool Guy Strut 'cuz he's still a bit young for that.  Doc said she thinks it's flat feet and sent us for an evaluation.  He's got some arch exercises he's supposed to do daily and some hip stretch things Nate or I have to help him with a few times a week.

His right foot is worse.  You can see the insides of the ankles caving in.  In the second pic he's trying to lift the arches.

more random snoozing

May stuff

Oh, to be 3 again and free to submit to the urge to nap whenever and wherever it stikes.

Michael had his spring band concert yesterday.  He got to stand up to be recognized with the other handful of kids that played in the honor band in Austin last weekend, woo-hoo!

Adrienne's 4th grade class just finished instrument selection.  She'll be playing the clarinet.  Squeak city!

Dr. & Mrs. Nick

Congrats to Nick, the new U of M College of Pharmacy grad!  He has been a shining example of intelligence and maturity to his friends over the last several years.

Alright...seriously, job well done!  Best Wishes to you both!  Huzzah!

bin Laden's death

"In the face of a man's death, a Christian never rejoices, but reflects on the serious responsibilities of each person before God and before men, and hopes and works so that every event may be the occasion for the further growth of peace and not of hatred" 

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Name: Felix

Despite those snazzy name suggestions (thanks all) we stuck with Felix, which means 'fortunate, happy'.  We are over the new kitty moon 'cuz it's not so cute anymore when he jumps up on our kitchen counters 47 times a day.  Still, though, it's nice having this healthy and playful little beast in our house.