Auf Wiedersehen 2008

It's hard to believe that this year is done!
Chalked full of times both peaceful and fun.
But before 08 is through -
We've got one more thing to do........
One final blog with some pics to enjoy!

Can you tell that our holidays were filled with great joy?



1 2 3 ...... More Figgy Pudding for Me.

Santa is very real as one can see from the look on this SEAL.

For our Christmas wish, we grew gills and turned into fish.

Our moms made us take this cute cousin pic -

But boy this next one is sick!!! :)

Guts of the Holiday Card

Minus the green ink, ribbon and bows

Here's the nitty gritty of our card as follows:

The Müllers were arrested by yours truly, Mister Grinch.
I had no other choice. Their cheer caused Scrooge to flinch!
They bribed the guards with sugarplums
And fruitcake without the rum.
I cannot say more clearly: Have you seen the carolin’ scum?
A hundred pounds of coal I’ll give to you or anyone
Who shares with me the whereabouts of this fam’ly on the run.
If you chance to see them, I warn you stay away!!!
They’re sure to come attack you with their candy cane bouquet!

Shake Your Groove Thing

Spreading far-out Christmas cheer
A little here...A little there.
Aunt Cindy and the SEAL clan:
We're groovy elves...can you dig it man?

Send your own ElfYourself eCards

The Cat in the Box

Today our silly and lovable cat passed away.
In his honor, we dedicate this blog.

L is for the laughter you gave us. We'll never forget how you barked like a dog!
U is for the unforgettable smile you shared with us each day.
P is for your playfulness. Grabbing us on the step as you lay.
I is for the imaginative ways you found to get in trouble.
N is for your natural curiosity - playing with houseflies and popping bubbles.

We brought you home on Christmas Eve in a borrowed Build A Bear box
A silly cat who nibbled on Daddy's stinky socks.
You ran to greet the visitors who came to our abode.
When we went to catch the school bus, you followed us down the road.
You even tried to eat a book we left upon the floor.
You brought us mice and birdies - life with you was no bore!

The last three years with you were crazy but really, really great!
Goodbye - we'll see you later - our tabby orange mate. :)

We All Scream for Ice Cream

To celebrate Dad's chillin' new occupation,

We choose to subscribe to an ice cream sensation.

The six of us went to the store down the street

And bought different flavors for a F.H.E treat.

We were thinking that pints would be just the right thing -

But turn down a sale - No! That's just mean!

So Dad got the Bear Attack - care-a-mel and cashew.

Mom got the Cheesecake full of berries so blue.

Sarah found the Mint Chocolate Chip a delight.

April's Cookies 'N Creme was way outta sight!

Care-a-mel Stampede was chosen by Emma.

One scoop or two proved to her a dilemma!

Don't forget smiling Liesl - her choice made her merry.

The creme de la creme was for her - Strawberry.

After all of that sugar our dreams are sure to be-

Visions of carrots and oh! brocc-o-li.

Help me please! Can you say Brain Freeze?

Returning to the Nifty Fifties

We rocked around the clock all night
Twisting and shouting with all our might.

Ice cream floats coming out of our ears
We'll remember this Sock Hop all of our years!



Giggling and laughing without a care -



Grooving with bobby soxer flair.



Fighting over a dance with Dad.



This Sock Hop is totally rad!

Chowing down on licorice - Waiting for a greaser's kiss.

When I see Elvis I swoon.......
With James Dean - I'm over the moon!

Make A Wish April!

Mom is a little slow at posting this -
My seven year old birthday wish!

I like to swing,
Play dress up and wear some bling.

Ha! Ha! I'm told I laugh all day long!
F.Y. I. - loving the Jonas Brothers is never wrong!

I love to do math - I think I add in my sleep.
I also like reading over counting them sheep.

First grade is so cool!
Being a Daisy Scout doth totally rule!

Camp Cloud Rim is my favor-ite place.
Being with my family puts a smile on my face :) .

I wouldn't open my eyes when Dad said cheese

"Oh Kirby Heyborne! Marry me please!"

You can always find me on the move -
In Hip Hop class I felt the groove.

Check out what Emma made for me!

A chocolate cake with brocc-o-li!

One Happenin' Pa

Check this out while you linger -
The girls have Dad wrapped around their finger!

He really is a softie
As you can plainly see.

He lets them style his hair
With added touches to give it flair!

He only asks that they don't show his face
So his mug won't pop up all over the place.

But feel free to use this idea as your own.
Take a picture of your man with your camera or your phone.

And share, share, share -
Their wild and crazy hair!

At the Convention

Being a Girl Scout is totally cool.
They put you on airplanes and you get to miss school.

The picture above
is one that I love.

To the National Convention the delegates did go -
I'm the one on the right with the board chair and CEO.

Check out the article from the Salt Lake Tribune.
I love being a Girl Scout - it's over the moon!

http://www.sltrib.com/ci_10916720

Happy Birthday to Me!

Once a wee chic surrounded by fish
Now all grownup and making a wish.

Can you guess what I’m thinkin’?
I’m 5 today – no more diapers a stinkin’!

I still like my dolls – Little Ponies are cool.
Girls with crazy faces totally rule!

I can write my own name.
If I make a big mess, it’s Lupin I blame!

I love the computer.
In Barbie –ese I can tutor.

I look up to my sisters – yes, all three
Are older than me.

I like to do laundry and wash dishes at night
Being Liesl and five is downright - dynamite!

I loved baths in the dark and fits in the park.

My strawberry shortcake and the best grin I make.

My favorite show on Friday night - Ghost Whisperer! Hey everyone, check out the light!

Let the Madness Begin

This blog is our first! And we're ready to burst!
We're not quite sure what to say or if you'll read us anyway.

How to post - where to begin?
Sharing info with our friends and our kin.
You must find this amusing - how to us blogging is confusing.

Can you tell we are stalling? Our lack of substance is appalling!

How will we draw you back next time?
If all we do is ramble in rhyme?

But save your laughter my friend until the pictures at the end!
Ah yes! Some pictures to see of Halloween and a trip to Indi!

But before we go -there is one thing you should know:
Always wear clean underwear - cuz in an accident you’re sure to care!



In a 100% recycleable costume, this lady's creativity doth bloom.



Painted by a Girl Scout daisy, these pumpkin rocks are totally crazy!



Trick or Treat at the Care Center down the street.



Did you know that in Indianopolis french fried fangs bring great bliss?

Come what may this scout defies conformity every single day. :)

Heed this warning! This is how she really looks in the morning!

Dressing up for Halloween pretend with your very bestest friend.

What'z up? Crimefighters Batgirl and Buttercup.



On Halloween night, this kitty gave us quite a fright!