Grandma Schaefer Comes to Town

Today Aunt Margaret Anne brought Grandma Schaefer to visit. This was the first time that Ashe was able to meet his GG (great grandma) on Steven's side. Of course Ashe didn't make it to picture time because he fell asleep. We had a nice visit and a wonderful family dinner, even though we were on tornado warnings because of the lovely weather in Florida.

Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving 2008

Nick, Dad, and Grandpa went to the Turkey Rod Run in Daytona early this morning. Nick and dad were up before the sun. So this morning when Nick saw this beautiful site he was reminded of the many things to be thankful for.

He is going to share this picture he took in the PTA Reflections Contest: Theme: Wow!

It is truly a wow display from God on Thanksgiving.

Think Nick?

Nick ran for Student Council Representative and I am proud to say that he has won.

I am so happy that Nick is getting involved at school. He has been so busy enjoying the great things the Red Bug has to offer. He is in Odyssey again this year and will be competing in February. Nick has also gotten involved in Math Club and now is in Student Council.

Cold Nights in FL

We have had a few cold days and nights here recently in Florida. Of course nothing like the cold days I remember as a kid. These past few days we have had to break out the long pants, jackets , and Ashe's newest find the warm hats. The house wasn't really that chilly tonight, but he did enjoy wearing that hat.

Tenth Birthday Weekend

Nick listened to the sounds at the new tree exhibit at the science center.

Nick has the Earth in his hands.

In this part of the new Space exhibit Nick was able to see the size differences of the planets.

In the hands on area, Nick was able to experiment with different things that make sound.

Light Up UCF

He ice skated for the first time. He actually did pretty good.

Unfortunately he came home with a large blister.

Sorry there are no pictures of the beautiful cake. The problem with the cake is that I tried to out do the cake from last year. So I went and ordered the cake of all cakes. It looked like a large ice cream sandwich. The top was all done with mini M&Ms. It looked perfect. The only problem is that I think some one put it into the cooler and not the freezer. So it melted by the time we got it home and it was more like a cake of soup.

The Big 1-0

This is Nick when he turned 1 year old. That day he had his first hair cut, had a family dinner, cake, and then went to have his picture taken. He has grown a lot and has changed so much. I really enjoy the person he has become.

This morning when Nick woke up for school his new bike was waiting for him. He was excited because he was starting to out grow his old bike.

... when Nick came home from school today and went bike riding, Ashe couldn't be left out. Ashe looks up to Nick so much. He couldn't have a better big brother.

Happy Birthday Nick... We all love you so much!