Category Archives: Kids

Pinewood Derby

Erik and Oskar both worked very hard on their cars over the last two weeks and today was the race. Erik’s car didn’t place too well due to the lack of graphite, but Oskar did well placing 2nd in a … Continue reading

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Erik’s 10th Birthday

Today was certainly a full day for everyone in the Alyn household. Erik turned 10 today and Xavier attended Erik’s party as well as Alex’s (from his pre-school). Everything came off as planned and a good time was had by … Continue reading

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Erik Breaks Out on YouTube

Okay, perhaps breaking out is an exaggeration, but he’s on there! Sit back and enjoy the first episode of The Peter Show the boy’s snow day project.

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Merry Christmas – Our Holiday Thus Far

For those who may not have heard, Erik is spending some time with us while Pammy recovers from a surgery she underwent on the 22nd. She’s recovering nicely and Erik’s doing okay being here with Oskar and Xavier. The Alyn … Continue reading

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Another Snowy Morning

Snowed here last night adding another inch to the couple we had already. Definitely looks like winter here. The boys are ready for breakfast and we’ll be spending a good portion of today getting ready for Erik to come next … Continue reading

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Oskar’s Back at Folwell

Oskar started back at Folwell this week and is enjoying being with other 2nd graders. He’s in Mrs. Jagusch’s class without most of his 1st grade buddies but he sees them at lunch and recess. Xavier has had a very … Continue reading

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Oskar Learns to Ride His Bike

Yes! He did it! He rides his bike! Wahoo!!!!!!!! What started as a time killer before getting a hair cut this evening ended in one of those rights of passages that sets Oskar forward in a new realm of independence. … Continue reading

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We Must Have Made a Wrong Turn in Albuquerque

Yep, we’re visiting Pammy in Albuquerque right now. It’s been chock filled with adventure, starting with a trip to Petroglyph National Monument, Balloon Fiesta Park for the Balloon Glow, and tomorrow we’re heading to Sandia Peak Tramway for a trip … Continue reading

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April Roundup

Busy month and clearly I’ve been slacking in my informational duties. Gretchen started the month with a trip to the beach to visit Vince and Jan while I stayed behind and finally made sense of my office. Spring sort of … Continue reading

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Nickelodeon Universe, Mall of America

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