We went to Disney’s Hollywood Studios yesterday to take part in the Star Wars weekend. It was a surprise for Eli and this video shows his reaction as we pulled up to the entrance. Here are some other candid shots from the day. You can check the full album here.
Eli posing with a Clone Trooper.
Eli [...]
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Stars Wars Weekend
We went to Disney’s Hollywood Studios yesterday to take part in the Star Wars weekend. It was a surprise for Eli and this video shows his reaction as we...
Trip from HELL!
It has taken me 24+ hours to recover and get up enough gumption to write about the Wykle’s most recent road trip to visit Nagi and JPop in Orlando. June...
Mama Didn’t Raise No Chickens!
Just made our first trip of the season to Kings Island. It was a momentous day for both Natalie and Eli. Natalie has finally broken the 48″...
The Grand Canyon
I was in Phoenix this week attending the American Gas Association trade show for work. After I could take no more of the classes and demonstrations, a group (Nicole,...
Happy Mother’s Day!
Happy Mother’s Day to everyone! The Wykle family had a relaxed but stormy day. The weather sure took a turn for the worst during the night, but...
Stars Wars Weekend
Trip from HELL!
It has taken me 24+ hours to recover and get up enough gumption to write about the Wykle’s most recent road trip to visit Nagi and JPop in Orlando.
June 11 - We started the day off like a well oiled machine. Everyone was up and ready for our early start and left the house [...]
Mama Didn’t Raise No Chickens!
Just made our first trip of the season to Kings Island. It was a momentous day for both Natalie and Eli. Natalie has finally broken the 48″ barrier and is able to ride most attractions (except for inverted things) at the park. Eli also achieved the 40″ mark meaning he could also move up out [...]
Happy Mother’s Day!
Happy Mother’s Day to everyone! The Wykle family had a relaxed but stormy day. The weather sure took a turn for the worst during the night, but it did not dampen anyones spirits. Rainy and low 50’s was the backdrop for the day.
The day started off with the exchange of cards and home made gifts [...]
Earthquake in the Midwest
At around 5:30 EST this morning, Shelley and I were awakened by what I thought to be the cats romping and wrestling under the bed. After fully assessing the situation, we quickly realized (after hearing the glasses in the kitchen rattling) that we must have just experience an earthquake.
Holly shit! My first earthquake! I know [...]
1 Day Left - Super Dad
The excitement is growing. Mom will be returning tomorrow night from her two week trip to Denmark. We have all been following Mom’s activities on their travel website (www.ncchstravel.com).
High School Band Memories
Just going back into the “way-back” machine. I started to rack my brain and try to remember some of the songs that we played in wind ensemble and concert band. I was able to come up with a few of the more memorable, but I know that I’m still forgetting many. Here are links to [...]
Site Face Lift
In an effort to keep things fresh, I went to a another Wordpress templet design by Justin Tadlock called Options. It replaces the previous theme called Structure. I also went with a new “summer travel” inspired header theme. As our family is going to be doing a fair bit of traveling. Orlando in June to [...]
The Grand Canyon
I was in Phoenix this week attending the American Gas Association trade show for work. After I could take no more of the classes and demonstrations, a group (Nicole, Scott, and I) decided to make a run to the Grand Canyon. On Thursday morning we got up at 5:00 AM (8 EST) and left for [...]
Derby Day 2008
A little late posting this, but the whole family had a fun time last weekend at the 4th annual McMillion Derby Party in Symrna, TN. We drove down early on Saturday arriving around lunch time. Ashley had prepared a nice spread for everyone to enjoy. The kids grazed all afternoon on the chips, veggies, and [...]
And She Returns
Super Dad can retire now that Shelley has made it back from her trip to Denmark. As you can see by the photo, the kids were very happy to see her. They insisted on making a welcome home sign. I printed the sign at work and we decorated it the afternoon before she arrived.
Shelley seems [...]
1 Day Left - Super Dad
The excitement is growing. Mom will be returning tomorrow night from her two week trip to Denmark. We have all been following Mom’s activities on their travel website (www.ncchstravel.com).
Eli’s Yard Gymnastics
The kids were watching the US gymnastics competitions today and it spurred them into action in the front yard. Eli was up to bat first. Not to bad for 4.
Mama Didn’t Raise No Chickens!
Just made our first trip of the season to Kings Island. It was a momentous day for both Natalie and Eli. Natalie has finally broken the 48″ barrier and is able to ride most attractions (except for inverted things) at the park. Eli also achieved the 40″ mark meaning he could also move up out [...]
Eli’s First Big Coaster
Here is a video documenting Eli’s first trip on Kings Island’s Fairly Odd Coaster. Check out the big smile.
Day 9 - Super Dad
Another nice day in NKY. 70F and overcast skies. Kids had some fun playing outside before and after dinner. Mom is in Amsterdam until tomorrow and was not able to give us a call today. Kids missed hearing her voice today, but I assured them they would be talking to her before bed tomorrow night.
Watch Out American Idol!
I found this video when doing a house keeping. This was taken by Sherry (sitter) while on watching the kids. As you can tell Natalie does enjoy singing…Eli also makes a nice backup dancer. The hats are also a nice touch.
Natalie’s Yard Gymnastics
The kids were watching the US gymnastics competitions today and it spurred them into action in the front yard. Natalie was demonstrating her improvisational skills and interpretive dance. You can also her mom directing from back stage.
This video was the conclusion of the exhibition. As you can see Natalie was giving thanks to everyone [...]
Mama Didn’t Raise No Chickens!
Just made our first trip of the season to Kings Island. It was a momentous day for both Natalie and Eli. Natalie has finally broken the 48″ barrier and is able to ride most attractions (except for inverted things) at the park. Eli also achieved the 40″ mark meaning he could also move up out [...]
Natalie Rides The Drop Tower
I would have never thought that Natalie would be so willing to get on this ride at Kings Island. I was wrong! I think that Shelley was more scared.
First Big Bike Ride!
A momentous day! Natalie rode her bike WITHOUT the training wheels. She had been playing around for a number of weeks with the trainers raised up about 3″ from the ground. She hounded me all afternoon to remove the trainers…finally I gave in. She was apprehensive at first, but as you can see in the [...]
Watch Out American Idol!
I found this video when doing a house keeping. This was taken by Sherry (sitter) while on watching the kids. As you can tell Natalie does enjoy singing…Eli also makes a nice backup dancer. The hats are also a nice touch.
Who’s Older Now?
Another year has passed and our birthday season has concluded with Shelley’s 35th birthday. The festivities kicked off early with the present unveiling on Friday afternoon. She was quite surprised to find a brand new Dell computer (Inspiron 530s) with 19″ widescreen LCD. On Saturday morning (officially her birthday) she received many kisses and the [...]
Albums updated
Just updated Picasa with pictures from Natalie’s Birthday and the recent snow storm. Check here.
White Death - 2008
12″ - 15″ of snow fell over the last two days. This is the most snow to fall in Northern Kentucky in the last 35 years. As you can see the kids had a blast playing (stumbling) in the snow.
Stars Wars Weekend
We went to Disney’s Hollywood Studios yesterday to take part in the Star Wars weekend. It was a surprise for Eli and this video shows his reaction as we pulled up to the entrance. Here are some other candid shots from the day. You can check the full album here.
Eli posing with a Clone Trooper.
Eli [...]
Natalie’s Yard Gymnastics
The kids were watching the US gymnastics competitions today and it spurred them into action in the front yard. Natalie was demonstrating her improvisational skills and interpretive dance. You can also her mom directing from back stage.
This video was the conclusion of the exhibition. As you can see Natalie was giving thanks to everyone [...]
Eli’s Yard Gymnastics
The kids were watching the US gymnastics competitions today and it spurred them into action in the front yard. Eli was up to bat first. Not to bad for 4.
Natalie Rides The Drop Tower
I would have never thought that Natalie would be so willing to get on this ride at Kings Island. I was wrong! I think that Shelley was more scared.
Eli’s First Big Coaster
Here is a video documenting Eli’s first trip on Kings Island’s Fairly Odd Coaster. Check out the big smile.
Old Disney Video - Snow White
More house cleaning. Here is the character signing with Snow White. Word to the wise she was the toughest character to track down. We finally stalked her and found her outside her house in Epcot after many failed attempts.
Earthquake in the Midwest
At around 5:30 EST this morning, Shelley and I were awakened by what I thought to be the cats romping and wrestling under the bed. After fully assessing the situation, we quickly realized (after hearing the glasses in the kitchen rattling) that we must have just experience an earthquake.
Holly shit! My first earthquake! I know [...]
Virginia Tech - A Day of Remembrance
On this day, the Virginia Tech community reflects on the vibrant lives of the 32 students and faculty who were tragically taken from us a year ago. Through light, art, and music we pay tribute to each and every person we lost. We gather to honor our friends, colleagues, and family members. We will never [...]
From the Mouths of Babes
I got a good chuckle out of the following quick snippets. I can so hear this kind of thing from both Natalie or Eli. Enjoy!
NUDITY
I was driving with my three young children one warm summer evening when a woman in the convertible ahead of us stood up and waved. She was stark naked! As I [...]
Quick Draw
The family enjoyed Aidan’s (friends of the family) 4th birthday part this past weekend. This short movie shows a funny expression when he blew out the candles too early. Priceless look.
Albums updated
Just updated Picasa with pictures from Adian Nolting’s Birthday and the recent snow storm. Check here.
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