Showering

With the Family growing, it was time for another Baby Sower.  The Fuzz isn't sure why, but lately the Guys have been brought into these things.  But, it is an excuse to get the family and friends together.  And of course there was food and drinks.

One of the activities was to decorate up these "Onezies".

Here's a look at the collection.

The Fuzz has had a bit of experience, and is sure these things will come in handy.
Modern technology is amazing sometimes.

With Skype, this became an International Baby Shower!
Here's a look at the presents being opened.
Now we'll just have to wait to meet our newest family member.

Painting Party

The Family is growing.

We're still waiting to get a look at this one, but it was time to get "Ducks in a Row" as they say.

So as is often the case, it was Party Time.

In this case, a Painting Party!

So supplies were gathered and all that could make it gathered at the home of the expectant, and painted.

Each participant had chosen an animal to add to the nursery, and hopefully, gotten in a little practice-

or at least a plan.

The first step was to prepare the wall for the masterpieces.

(in this case The Fuzz's)

Then it was time for the details.

The Fuzz started with an outline.

Even the cousins got into the act.

There were lots of colors to choose from.

The expectant Dad chose the King of Beasts.

Here's a look at The Fuzz's contribution.

The work continued.

And things began to take their final form.

When the Painting was finished, it was time forTacos.

Watch for the next post to see more of the finished 

nursery.

Another First

Birthday!

It was another first this weekend.

This 1st Birthday for this young lady.

Here we can see the Birthday Girl having some Balloon Time with her uncle.

Then it was time for Cake!

It was a good time for the family to get together.  With both sides of the family, there was a pretty good crowd.

Then it was time to go home to the woods to prepare for the Next Big Adventure.

Birthday Party Weekend

The Fuzz previously mentioned a Birthday Party Weekend.
It was also an opportunity to pass on an unused chest of drawers.  Of course this meant hooking up the trailer.

The trip was done at a leisurely pace, stopping for fuel, and later a brief stop for The Fuzz's Sweetie at that infamous (to guys) Mary Jo's.

After the first wave of partyers gathered, there was a Birthday Dinner under the watchful eyes of one of the House Kitties.

The next day was filled with activities including the Thrift Store expedition and Laser Tag. (which The Fuzz opted out of)  

Then it was back to the house for a bit of Hackensack.

And then a cookout, and more partying.

Here's a look at the Sweet Sixteen Birthday Cake!

The trip back was interesting with rain and all, which nobody seems to want to slow down for.  There were a few wrecks, and we passed this unfortunate incident.

But The Fuzz and Family made it home to the woods, safe, and sound.

It was a good trip, but it was nice to be home.

Two

That's right.  

 Only two work days left.  

The Fuzz is getting short, 

Very short.

Today they had a farewell luncheon for him at The City.  People said nice things about him, and ate fish.  There was also a cake with a picture of The Fuzz next to his garbage truck.
This picture was somehow copied on the cake with frosting.  Isn't technology wonderful.  Perhaps it was only printed onto the frosting.  Either way, it is just a bit scary.
But The Fuzz and His Sweetie were given the Piece-mit-Pix to take home.  It actually tasted pretty good.
But there are still 2 more days to go before The Fuzz is actually free.  And then, Let's go to the Beach!

Big Number Two

Over the weekend, The Fuzz and Clan gathered to celebrate a Birthday!
The Birthday Girl is quite a fan of this Well Known Flik, so this Special Cake was prepared.
There was quite a crowd for this important event.
Here's another look at this tasty treat, ready to meet it's destiny.
And of course, no Birthday Party would be complete without Presents!
And here's how they stacked up.
But besides Cake and presents, we did have the cookout as well.
It was a little cool, but the sun was out to warm things up a bit.
So again, Happy Birthday to the Birthday Girl!

Doing It Up BIg

This past weekend The Fuzz , His Sweetie and that Young Daughter went out of town to help celebrate a Birthday! This was officially known as Doing it Up Big! And it was done up big.
But as part of the festivities, Our Fuzz was required to wear a necktie. The Fuzz has not been subjected to this sort of thing for a number of years. In fact, the last time was at a wedding*. It was hard enough for him to remember just how these things work. But in The Fuzz's case, merely seeing the thing was difficult enough. But our Resourceful Fuzz came up with the ideal solution to this dilemma.
The party was BIG. And just to put everyone at ease, The Fuzz did not attempt to drive home.

*(Not the one in the previous post)

Mother's Day

Some of the "Young'uns" (who aren't so young) showed up Sunday to see their Mommy.
We all had a pretty good time.
Here is one of the other Mommies throwing these silver balls around. I guess you could say we had a ball. Please excuse this.
The little Dirt Bike was a big hit too. Here is that Schoolteacher Daughter zooming on up the dirt road.The Fuzz is happy to report that nobody was seriously injured. It was a good day.

Party Feets 5

And that's all, folks !

Party Feets 4

Party Feets 3

Party Feets 2

Party Feets 1

Here's
a
few
feet
from
Young
Granddaughter's
Birthday
Party!

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Waiting in the Cold

Well, The Old Fuzz has been staying busy these days. But he's not gonna cop out with one of his infamous "*Mystery Pix" tonight. He does have fun with them though.
After work today he went to meet the Well Guy out at the trailer. He had to wait for a while out there in the freezing cold woods. So to pass the time, he put down a few lines.

The trees are bare
In the woods where
I sit and wait
Out there
Is this my fate
The sky is clear
I still am here
It's getting late
The sun sinks low
And I don't know
The night i fear
Will soon be here
And i must go.

But so much for our literary efforts. We do like to post a picture when possible, so here is one from the Bandu Tournament at our recent Family Christmas Gathering.

Just so you know, this was not the winning Bit of Bandu.


*We haven't given up on our Mystery Pix. Keep watching for even more Fantastic Mystery Pix!

The Next Event

And now it was time to prepare fore the Next Event.

The Next Event was a Wedding Reception. Here you can see a Wedding Present being readied for this event. You are too late to see what this is, since it is already pretty much rapped. But take my word for it, it is a nice present, the sort of thing one might want for oneself. But this one made it to it's proper destination.

The reception was for a Nephew and New Wife.

We got lost on the way there and almost crashed someone else's Birthday Party. But things got straightened out before we turned over the Present. , so all was well. When we finally got to the right place, we found out it was quite a big deal.
Here is a rather blurry picture of what was going on there. This took place in a large heated tent. This tent was not like The Fuzz's tent that he sleeps in on camping trips. In the far back right hand corner you can make out the Bar. On the left, you may notice the Dance Floor. What appears to be carpet is actually the Bride's Father's front lawn. I don't know what kind of shape it was in the next day.
But we had fun and The Fuzz's Sweetie even managed to entice him out to the dance floor where they made a spectacle of themselves. But why else were we there, but to celebrate.

Wedding Related Stuff II

It's always nice to be able to celebrate a wedding. Some people like to elope though, but I think we should still celebrate.

We took our time on the way up there, and even stopped off in the Big City. So the place was already decorated when we got there. Here you can see one of the Beautiful Women who were there, arriving. They had it fixed up pretty nice, and there was plenty of beer too.


There were candles on the tables and party lights too.


Here are the newlyweds cutting the cake.

I should probably explain the stuff on their heads. We all were requested to wear hats for this affair. I'm not sure how he got that chicken to sit still though.

The business with the cake did get a bit messy. I don't think I understand that part.



And what would be a wedding, without dancing.

Maybe it was the beer, but even The Fuzz got out there with His Sweetie.

But you won't get to see that. You would have had to be there. But I was there, I saw it myself.

We all had a pretty good time, and nobody called the cops.

Things were a little quieter in the morning. The balloons were a little droopier.



We spent the night there and all met for breakfast at a local restaurant. And then, it was time to head home.

It was a great time, and a chance to meet all the in-laws and outlaws.

Next up, Our annual trip to the Renaissance Fest, weather permiting.