Gus the Goat

Yes you read that right. Instead of a dog we might have gotten a goat.

So what has Gus been up to?

He is eating the compost out of the neighbor's garden.
Chewed the corner of my couch - yes leather in now missing.
He has destroyed every stuffed toy we have given him.
He has probably eaten at least a dozen socks.
Only taken off once though.
Gotten a time out at doggie daycare!

All in all, he isn't our Bailey but he sure makes the boys happy. He is small and portable which is great. He is taking a little longer on the walking and obedience but we are working on it.

He sleeps with us every night. Gives great kisses and cuddles.

I think he is Will's pal most of all.

Brewers on Deck

Will and Reagan posting with the Brew Crew.

Bernie and the boys

Will and Reagan pretending they were on FS Wisconsin doing a sportscast. It was really neat!

Boys ...

Is it bad that m
y boys know the word to Red Solo Cup?

Happy 1st Birthday Olivia!

One of Olivia's gifts was a sled from her Uncle Bill and Auntie Tina.

All bundled up and cute as can be.

Happy Birthday to you Miss Olivia Jo.

Will insisted on giving her a lot of love. She wasn't real interested in the cupcake much.

I often wondered if you could love anyone like your kids. I love my kids to death and would do anything for them. I will also tell you that I love this little one like you wouldn't believe. She gives me so much joy. I didn' t have the pleasure of having my children this young. I enjoy every minute I can spend with her. My boys love her like their sister. She constantly coo's and smiles at Nick.

I am really lucky (and I have learned this more in my later life) to have my brother and his family, along with my parents, right by me.

So, if you read this someday Olivia ... your Auntie loves you SO much and I am proud to be your Godmother. Hope you had a great 1st birthday!

Happy New Year ... with a wedding.

Nick and myself

David and Libby

The MacCudden clan ... or as many as we could get in.

Nick's cousin Angela got married on December 31st. It was a great time (thanks for babysitting Grandma Dobson).

Will's 9th Birthday

Grandpa enjoing his time with his granddaughter.

I can't believe he is already 9! If you can't see the cake, yes it is Mickey Mouse.

Will celebrating with his friend Morgan and Amber.

Christmas 2011

Reagan's favorite Christmas present. Nick says it's just easier being a Packer fan in Wisconsin.

Went to the stadium for the sale and to see Santa!

Will got in his gift for Christmas ... the Nintendo 3DS. Wasn't on our shopping list.