God Rocks Concert

Julia received tickets to go see the God Rocks in concert in Richmond, IN for her birthday. We were visiting my family in Chrisman over the Columbus Day weekend and were able to drive the additional 3 hours to Richmond, IN on Sunday, Oct. 12th for the concert. Julia even received a prize for coming the farthest! The God Rocks acknowledged that we were there and that she was celebrating her birthday. They were really awesome to see in concert. If you don't know much about the God Rocks, visit their website http://www.godrocks.ca/

Autumn on Parade

We ventured out to the Autumn On Parade in Oregon, IL for the first time in several years. We decided to check out the Stronghold Castle which, to my understanding, is only open this one weekend each year for tours. The castle was really neat to see. We also went on a hayride around the castle grounds and were fortunate enough to get a family photo of this splendid occasion.

Julia's 1st Day of 1st Grade

Here is Julia on her first day of First Grade. Her teachers are Mrs. Foster & Mrs. Wilkens. She is very excited to get back to school. She has 9 first graders in her class and they combine with second graders for a few of their subjects.

Our 10th Anniversary

<DIV>For our 10th Anniversary, Jeremy & I were able to get away for a couple of days. We headed up to northern Michigan and spent a couple of days on Mackinac Island. Here is a photo of us on the island by "Sugar Loaf" which is part of Mackinac Island State Park.

We also drove across the Mackinaw Bridge and up through the upper peninsula and visited Tahquamenon Falls State Park. We were able to see both the upper and lower falls. And the fact that it was pouring down rain the enitre time helped to keep the bird size mosquitoes away.

On our actual anniversary, we attended a wedding of a co-worker of Jeremy's at the Wedding Canyon near White Pines State Park. It was a perfect day for a wedding in a beautiful location. Our anniversary evening wrapped up by watching some fireworks with our children.

Julia & Terri go to Teddy Bear Camp

Julia & I went to Teddy Bear Camp at the end of June. This camp is designed to be a first camper experience for 1st and 2nd graders and their parents. We spent one night in a cabin where Julia got to sleep on the top bunk. She also was able to go swimming, hiking, and ate s'mores around a campfire.

Julia Takes Tennis Lessons

Julia took tennis lessons during the month of June. She really seemed to like it. Here is a video clip of her at practice.