A modern Sarah

My thanks to Sarah for providing some updated photos. These photos are much more indicative of Sarah as she looks today, now that she is 17.

I am certainly glad I don't have to deal with a candle representing every year of my age on birthday cakes anymore. From this photo, of Sarah with Andrew, even 17 candles looks daunting.
The other photos is Sarah getting ready to attend the Oregon FFA Convention in Pendleton over the past weekend.

You remember FFA, its the organizations that used called the Future Farmers of America. It's a great organization, but if you've forgive me for ranting for a moment, if there's one thing more annoying than acronyms its and acronym that doesn't stand for anything.

The rant aside, Sarah sure makes that classic-style blue cordoroy jacket look good! I'm trying to persuade Sarah to share some of her impressions from the convention in a post here on the family blog. I doubt I'm the only one who would be interested in hearing about all the excitement of the convention and Sarah's views on it.
My thanks to Sarah for sharing the photos. I hope she had a great birthday and a great time at the convention.

Happy birthday, Sarah

As of this writing, Sarah's birthday is just a few hours away. I had intended to write a post earlier, but the week got away from me.

Happy birthday Sarah! I hope your 17th birthday is the best one yet. I'm sorry I couldn't find a more current picture (if you have one you'd rather see in this spot, send it to me and I will be happy to change it).

There's lots of big stuff going on for our young family members. Sarah's birthday is Saturday. Easter is Sunday. Next week is spring break. Suzanna's birthday is is coming up soon, as is Andrew's.

There are lots of reasons to celebrate. So, have a great birthday Sarah. And to everyone, have a great holiday and a great vacation (if you get one).

Suzanna at the mic, Maya lays down the guitar groove

I'll probably get in HUGE trouble for this one (if it's ever discovered), but here's a little snippet of the fun had Sunday during the Rock Band festivities and Monica's enchilada fiesta.

Fortunately, there is no footage of my performance on bass.



And no one has won the Powerball, so don't forget to buy your ticket! $230 million!