WOW!

Lots has been happening here around the Zoo. Of course now summer has past, and autumn is almost gone. Though it's been so warm this year it's hard to tell that it has been Fall except for all the leaves and acorns on the deck that needs to be cleaned up.

Myla on the other hand has been quite busy with her own sort of project.


Here's a pic of Myla (my new grandbaby to be -- it's a boy as a matter of fact) and Carleigh. Linda gave Myla a baby shower last weekend. It was lovely and Myla got lots of goodies for the baby.

Linda, Carleigh, and Nancy Jo.

Nancy Jo and Mary

Myla and Barbara

This is a beautiful center piece that Linda made using an pumpkin and some zinnas. Just lovely.


This is Miss Sock helping me with the baby album. Then she decided to help out Myla with opening presents.


Getting started with the present opening!



Our lovely hostess.


Nancy Jo, Mary and our good neighbor, Janet.


Me on the floor with Sock working on the baby book, and Martha.


Opening more presents.

Carleigh getting ready to cut to the Ren Fest.

Evan, Nathan, Myla and Janet

Nancy Jo feeling the boy moving around. And he's still quite active.
Tentative due date: November 12th.

School and Other such Family Happenings

Myla turned 18 on May 16th. Good Golly, seems like she was just turning 16! And if that weren't enough -- you'd better sit down for this one -- she graduates from high school on June 9th! Three down, one to go. We went out for dinner, and the whole crew came along! All five us sitting at a table in a resturant and no one was yelling, kicking, pinching, or making faces. It was quite lovely!

By the way, Myla also made honor roll this past marking period! YEA!! I'm so proud!

Nathan is still loving school. He's ready for swim to start. He just knows that he'll be moving up a squad on the swim team this year. I'll keep you posted.

Nik is still doing his thing. Once I figure it out, I'll let you know.

My Introduction to Paralegal Studies class is over! And I'm very pleased to say that I got a "B" in the class. ***whew** Now on to other courses. English starts on the 21st of May so I'm presuming that I'll be taking homework to Chinoteague on Memorial Weekend. But that's okay! I'll also bring my bonnie new laptop so I won't have to write everything by hand and the transcribe it onto the computer once I get home.

Sorry, no photos today but once I get home I'll see what I can do for you.

Have a great day!

Another New Post!

Folks, we're on a roll here at the Zoo! (this can also be read as Genia is avoiding something be it work or homework!!)

Yesterday was Easter and we had a lovely gathering of Crumpsters at the Pratt House. And CJ even made her now infamous homemade pasta which was really wonderful!! Here's some photos of the fun. Oh and Eric invited a friend from work, Alex and her lovely mom, Eileen to join us for dinner. I think fun was had by all.


Here are Alex and her mom, Eileen. Aren't they lovely?


Here's Reilly and Nathan


Nikholis


Chris


The Kingpin errr Dad (Genia's dad)


Dave and Myla


Genia and her Mom (aka Mrs. Kingpin)


Here's Mary (our hostess) and George (who's birthday was just the 1st of April)Doesn't that cake look good!


My honey!


A bit of fun!


And another of Eileen.

I'm sure that there were more photos taken yesterday. I kind of get the feeling that some got deleted for one reason or another. Anyway, there were more people there. Alex came for dinner and is enjoying a couple of days off now. Suzie came with George. Linda was there. And of course Larry, Myla and her friend Dan were there as well. And that Cj is getting just too good at avoiding the camera but really good at taking sneak photos herself.

Easter

We're getting ready for Easter! And it's gotten quite cold out again. I'm studying lots now, it's nearing the end of the semester and I seem to have a million papers due. So, I will leave you with a fun photo. This was sent to me (Genia) by my dad. That's it until I can get my camera back from Nikholis. Maybe I'll have some photos of Easter activities!

More on the Agriculture Event

'Cause I just knew you all would love to see a few more pics!



Here is the buffet of bugs that Nathan had to choose from for his "afternoon snack".



This tractor was a HUGE hit with all the kids! As you can see, Nathan was no exception.



Nathan debuting as a praying mantis.

This fair is held every year and includes live music, food, and lots of information on Maryland and especially how to keep Maryland and ourselves safe. I'm looking forward to next years event.