Sidse Rose Sprout

Sidse Rose Sprout arrived on a very rainy Minnesota wintry day: Wednesday, March 10, 2010. She came weighing 8 pounds 5 ounces and 21 1/2 inches long. She has inherited her father's, David, dark hair and eyes as well as her mother's, Erin, beautiful face and chin. We think she is adorably beautiful!

Ashleigh's Shopping Day

It's that time of the year again: back to school shopping. Each year since Ashleigh was a mere kindergartener (this being our third outing), we've spent a little time together as she gets to choose something for school. This year we were searching for a "hoody," an essential part of any person's wardrobe both young and old and in between I think. When she spotted this "Nike" sweatshirt she was "in love." It was only after chatting with her wise Momma that this hoody will be returned and exchanged for a bright pink, zipper hoody (more practical for keeping hair where it belongs). I tried to use my wisdom with her, trying to persuade her that it was the better choice, but then again it is not for me to make that decision (it's her Mom's!). We just enjoy the little time that just the two of us have together creating memories and traditions.

Holllywood here I come!

Thursday's Fun

Thursday started out with lots of hope for a wonderful day. We left the house, with Jordie's approval, for another ride on our trusty (rusty?) bikes. This time we went to Elm Creek Park Reserve. After a welcoming shower, we visited Erin and had a little concert on her new/old saxophone purchase. She was clever in showing us that one doesn't really need a music stand after all.
Later that evening the Galloways and the Sprout families joined us for dinner, ping pong, games, and some family socializing.
Kirk and I feel incredibly blessed to have two of our children living near us; this unexpected event has certainly blessed and enriched our lives to no end.

Jordie on watch

Elaine Armstrong

Team Armstrong

Erin "G" (Kenny G)

Braden

Ashleigh

Anne showing her Kiwi Allergic Reaction

Justin at play

And to all a good night! (Lindsey)

Eight Days a Week

This past week we watched Braden learn to play an all important All American game: TBall. He is really having fun learning and says he is a real baseball player now because he slid into home base. He's earned the reight.
Kirk and I took Ashleigh on an outing with us to Medicine Lake where we rented a canoe and paddle around the lake a little bit. We had lots of fun together and even got wet..hmmm. It's always great to have opportunities to have individual times with the grandchildren. Just as I thought and do think it important with our own children, I still think it is a valuable thing to do with the grandchildren.
One of our new favorite things about Minnesota is to go to Lake Harriett where there is this bandshell and concerts are performed every night for the summer. We here in Minnesota have to make the most of the sunny, coat free days! We are loving going with a few our several thousand friends, setting up our chairs, and just relaxing at this most beautiful spot. Through the back windows of the bandshell you can see sailboats floating by. Incredible to me that such a frozen land can utterly transform for several months a year. We are determined to enjoy it!






 
 
 
 

 
 
 

Stork Delivery

Welcome the arrival of Jordan Ryan Sanders on Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at 1:19pm at St. David's Medical Center in Austin, Texas. Jordan was one of 23 babies born that day (a number not "lost" on Ryan as that number is Michael Jordans!).
Jordan is the first official Longhorn I guess you could say. He's beautiful, handsome and perfectly formed. Jordan is our fourth little grandson and 6th grandchild. So far, the boys are winning the "race."
Mommy and baby are doing great with Melanie's Mom and her Grandma there waiting on all of the Sanderses.
Ryan did his job by wearing only "Jordan" shirts while they were at the hospital for those two days. A wild and a crazy guy!

Why We Love Minnesota in the Winter

Here in Minnesota it is of supreme importance to find reasons to love where we live. Here are a few winter scenes that show this.

Happy Birthday Dad

On the 26th of August another milestone was reached in our family: Dad, Grandpa George turned a young 87 years of age. He's had a remarkable life and just continues to amaze us. We love him for all the things he's taught us and continues to show us in the way he lives his life. We wish him another great year!