He's Back.........

......and took a tour of the shop today. 

When inside, I closed the doors and then called the zoo to see if they had an escapee or would like to add him to their collection.  But no one called back, so I let him go.  After he crapped all over things including the truck and the computer.......But we had a long talk while waiting for the zoo to call back.  I stayed with him because I didn't want any peacock tracks on the Cobra or the Buick.  He was not particularly scared, which made me think he might be from the zoo.  Who knows!  He was wandering in the neighbors' yard this morning when I fed the Dragon.  And he was VERY loud at that time!

So, since he seems to like it here, let's have some fun with the kids.  Marina, Alexander, Caitlin and Xavier I need your help.  Please suggest names for the peacock so that when he comes to visit next time I can call him by name.  I've temporarily named him Pesky Peacock, but I'm sure you can come up with better suggestions!  Thanks for your help!

Love to all,

Charlie

Carving the pumpkin

The Anderson family began a new tradition today.  Hopefully it will be more than a one year tradition, but carving pumpkins isn't exactly a strength.  However, Caitlin was excited to see the finished product even if she gave up on me during the carving.  It's hard for the young one to stay patient while waiting for the gourd to get cut.  After all, she can only watch while I cut. 
Here are a couple shots of the carving.  We're looking forward to seeing everyone soon!!!

Love,
Bryan., Stephanie, and Caitlin

New Wildlife in the Ginky Weeds

I bet the kids will get a kick out of this one.  Connie found a new species wandering around the pool fence this morning.  Our first ever peacock siting. 

He wandered all the way around the fence and up close to the house where I could get some closeups of him with the zoom lens

Then he returned to the back fence and wandered out into the weeds and finally retreated into the woods out by the neighblors' fence

That made for an interesting morning!  We've heard them before, but this is the first time to see one on our property.  Pretty cool.  I was hoping he would flair his tailfeathers if I chased him a bit, but he didn't oblige....

Have a great weekend and love to all!

Charlie

Happy Anniversary Vicki and Eric!!

Happy 2nd anniversary to you two!  While it's no doubt very difficult to celebrate it from two different sides of the globe, we're sure that you will find a way to make it a special day.  Our thoughts are with you as we send best wishes from Michigan.  Here's a toast to you both (with no alcohol for Vicki, of course)!  Cheers!!

Love,

Connie and Charlie

Fun at Disney World

We have just returned from our trip to Walt Disney World to celebrate Alexander's 5th birthday.  Here are a few pictures to document our fun!

Waiting for the bus to the Magic Kingdom on our first day at WDW

The Froehlich family on Main Street on Alexander's birthday

It was REALLY hot last week.  In the 90s every day until we left.  At least Xavier found a way to keep cool!

At Epcot

Alexander and his birthday cupcake at Chef Mickey's at the Contemporary Resort

Of course, Chef Mickey was there

A good time was had by all, including Goofy

After dinner Alexander, Marina, Mike and Kristen went to Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party.  What a handsome Captain Hook and demure Pocahantas!

Marina with her favorite mermaid at a Character Breakfast

Marina helping with her littlest brother

Grandma and Grandpa with the kids, ready to enjoy Donald's Safari Breakfast

Another birthday cupcake for Alexander.  Xavier thinks this one looks good!

On our last day at Animal Kingdom, modeling of the "Bug Eyed" 3D glasses at the "It's Tough to be a Bug" show

As you can see, we all had a great time.  Thanks Mike and Kristen for inviting us.  It was every bit as memorable and enjoyable as we anticipated!

Love to all!

Happy Birthday Alexander!!

Alexander,

Today is your special day and Grandma and Grandpa are very happy to be able to celebrate it together with you.  We're sure that you will have a fun and exciting day!

Love,

Grandma and Grandpa

Go Green!!!!

That says it all!!