Uncles and MJ

We visited Uncles Dave and Doug for a lovely dinner one evening. Everything was delicious especially the "Collins" drink of the night!. Here also is a picture of Mary Jane with Collin before we went. As you can see, he is wearing his doggie overalls in honor of Olive.

Familial Hospitality

We stayed for four nights with Uncle John and Aunt Mary Ann in Pittsburgh. Not only was it a lot of fun, but we also were in the same neighborhood with Nana so we could visit her often.

Mike caused havoc at Christopher's elementary school when he visited him for lunch. The boys also went to the Pirates game where Christopher appeared on the jumbotron! Unfortunately his shrine could not help the Penguins win the Stanley Cup.

Collin loved playing with and being read to by his cousins. Meanwhile I followed Mary Ann around to find the secret for raising such great kids! It was a wonderful visit!

Back from a Trip to Pittsburgh (and Elsewhere)

We're back from our week-long trip to Pennsylvania and (briefly) Ohio. Plenty of updates to come once we unpack and get back to normal. Until then, these new photos will have to do.

Last Day of Work

A few weeks ago was the last day of the season for the Schwartz Center. Mike and Collin joined me for part of the day.

Fritz, AKA Frieda's Dad! They've handed down so much great baby stuff to Collin.
Here's Collin with Dick, the Technical Director. He was great with Collin due to his experience with his own three kids.

Teaching Collin the Foxtrot.
The students got me a Cornell sweatshirt for my last day. I was truly touched! Aren't they adorable?

Memorial Day Weekend

Collin had a great weekend with Grammy who braved holiday and Cornell graduation traffic to get to and from Ithaca. She took care of our hero from dawn to dusk which allowed his parents to catch up on sleep and studying as well as go out together twice. She practiced his sitting with him too and now he can sit up by himself for longer periods of time. He also recently discovered his feet!

I coulda been a contenda

Music to Our Ears

Cute Cow Shirt from Mary Ellen (and other photos)

Those Guys Look Familiar...

Get Well Soon, GG!

Collin's GG has had some health issues lately. Along with his Papa and Mama, he hopes she recovers soon. We love you!

Graduation Day--Part II

Mike was voted class speaker and he did an amazing job writing and delivering his speech. (Click on STUDENT SPEAKERS and then Mike's name.) He also took Collin across stage with him during the ceremony.

Graduation Day--Part I

We had a wonderful Graduation/Mother's Day. More to come when we have recovered.

Two Babies

Collin's New Friend, Byron

This product has nothing to do with this picture but it is disturbing on so many levels.