Snow Days and Liberal Leave ...

Each year we all hope for one good snow storm - a storm that is strong enough to allow the kids a day or two off school and mom and dad a day of liberal leave! Those of you who are familiar with the Baltimore-Washington metro area know that the kids have a pretty decent shot as schools close just because the potential for winter weather exists. You also know that liberal leave is rarely offered, even with the state closes roads and public transportation. Well, this week, we all got our wish thanks to some snow followed by sleet and freezing rain! It was really nice to snuggle with the kids watching movies all day! The picture is for our relatives in the tropics - don't lie, you know you miss this ...

The college search, round 2 ...

Ryan began the search for a college in her junior year of high school. She has always had an affinity for Virginia Tech, just like her affinity for her cousin and his best friends! We've looked at several schools, and attended open houses. Happily, Ryan has received her first acceptance! She has been accepted at High Point University in High Point, North Carolina. She likes the school and the programs, but is anxiously waiting to hear from other schools. Stay tuned ...

Back to the grind ...

After a much needed break over the holidays, Meghan headed back to Miami to begin her new resident assistant job and the second semester of her sophomore year! The new job is a great opportunity for Meghan, but adds to an already hectic schedule so we don't hear from her as much as we would like! So far, she loves the job, loves her classes and is exciting to be working with the elderly in her practicum this semester. Hopefully she will be home for a weekend in February. We miss her bunches!

Welcome 2009

Okay, so I am a little late in adding to the blog! It's been a hectic January. We have lots to blog about, so I will be updating in a flurry. For now, I will post the biggest news to date!

Brightview Avenue

Patrick's band, Brightview Avenue, competed in the county's 11th Annual Battle of the Bands and WON! They also received awards for best original song and best performance! I have tried to load the video in addition to some photos. If the video doesn't load, check it out on www.hometownannapolis.com.

We are so proud of Patrick and his friends in the band, Chris, Andrew, Drew and Ben!