Christmas 2009

Another Christmas has come and gone. Here are a few highlights. If only Owen understood that this was his last Christmas as an only child ... he may have pushed for more presents.

"Grandpa, I can't believe you bought a 5 drawer jewelry box for Grandma. She totally needs 7 drawers. Now hold this while I fix it."

Another successful cousin picture.

And an unsuccessful one ... which one can be trusted to hold the next cousin?


Owen is beginning to develop his own decorating style. When it comes to Christmas trees he prefers 6 ornaments per branch. Could he be a trend setter?

It's Finally Happening!

Owen has "helped out" a lot in the past. But tonight was a first for the big guy. With the storm of the year dumping over a loads of snow on our driveway, Owen was hard at work shoveling with his brand new snow shovel. Unlike most projects, Owen was really moving some snow! Granted, Owen wouldn't have his own shovel if Nick hadn't lost his in the move, prompting a late night visit to the hardware store (who could resist the kid sized shovel).

If only Owen could wash the dishes ...

Engineering Feats

Owen has developed a fine attention to detail, a love of building things, and a fascination with all things that move. Here are a few highlights in the past few weeks.

Owen was in his element at the Olbrich Gardens Holiday Express. Big electric trains are much better than the little wooden ones at home.

What goes up ...

... must come down.

Owen saved the day in Little People land. He finally completed his life-long dream of connecting all his buildings. Unfortunately he was stuck inside the ring.

Thanksgiving 2009

Owen had a fairly traditional Thanksgiving this year.

He took a nap.

He played football.

What more do you want out of the little guy?