Snow Day 2010

As the evening news forecast North Carolina got a heaping pile of snow dropped on us last night. Well, some snow and a constant drizzle of sleet to make sure it stays around around for a few days. So far we have kept power (fingers crossed) and have enjoyed a lazy day where you just can't get much done. After a morning of lazing...we ventured out for a little play time in the winter wonderland. Mag's loves it...Sadie & Jasper? Not so much.

a cold day at the park

Despite the cold, we bundled ourselves up and headed out to the park this afternoon. It was a balmy 35 degrees, so we didn't stay too long. Sadie enjoyed having the park to herself because no one else was willing to brave the weather, so she got to run off leash in what is normally a park crowded with kids and other dogs. Meanwhile, the rest of us enjoyed the slide and swings.

Boxing Day 2009

Day after Christmas excursion to downtown Raleigh for lunch with Grandpa Ed and Grandma Jean. After lunch we watched the ice-skaters and played with the interactive fountain at City Plaza.

Christmas 2009

Christmas 2009 pics. After a visit from the SoCal Fins (see previous post) Grandpa and Grandma Findley were joined by Grandma KK, Grandpa Wally, and the triple threat (Woo, Charlie, Baby) to celebrate Christmas in Raleigh. A few pre-Christmas pics included as well for your viewing pleasure.

SoCal Fins visit Kackalackie '09

Christmas kicked into high gear with a visit from Drew, Aarin, and Ellie. They battled snow in VA to make it down to Raleigh, and we were happy to see them. Grandma and Grandpa Findley turned up the next night and we all celebrated pre-Christmas complete with a trip to the local BBQ joint for a lunch. Maggie and Ellie had a great time romping around the house playing, including a naked post-bath Creative Coaster ride that cannot be shown here for obvious reasons.

Brentwood Luminaries

Owen and Ed volunteered on Christmas Eve morning to help with the neighborhood luminary project. We filled bags with sand and candles while others delivered them around the neighborhood from the backs of pickups. The luminaries are a 40+ year old tradition in Brentwood that almost ended this year due to low participation in prior years, so we were glad to volunteer our time (and some $) to help keep it alive.