On New Year's Eve, we took the kids to a friend's house in Howell and while the kids hung out at the house (with lots of food, snacks and games), the adults went on a party bus and visited a few bars in the area. We were back long before midnight and while our later evening plans changed abruptly, we had a nice time celebrating the end of the 2024 year.
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We celebrated Grandpa's 79th birthday at our house on New Year's Day.
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The boys have been working hard on building a snowboarding/sledding ramp in the back yard.
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Jack received a popular (and expensive) pair of sneakers for Christmas and was excited to wear them to head back to school.
Green and white Air Jordan's:
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The Annual Squirrel and Rabbit Hunt hosted by our local American Legion was a success:
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Sam and a couple of friends planned a special night with dinner, movies and snacks. The snacks were based on board games and Sam chose 'Mousetrap' and I helped her put together a charcuterie tray with crackers, cheese and the cutest homemade chocolate mice. Needless to say, it was a big hit!
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The lake is frozen and perfect for ice-skating!
And then later, I often find the boys tired out from all of their time spent outside in the snow and on the ice. Michigan winters are perfect for them.
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One evening, while the girls were out shopping, we decided to take the boys into town for dinner. The local bar/restaurant has a pool table and I gave the boys some quarters to be able to play. I chuckled because it wasn't long before a guy -- who had been watching them play -- challenged Jack to a game. He was impressed with Jack's talent (at the age of 11) and it was a moment of pride watching Jack in his prime.
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