The Recent Going's On

The bath monkeys are having a good time in the tub!





The monkey's also like hanging out in bed. Well, Jason might like it more than Wesley. Wesley was abruptly awoken from his nap by the Jason-ater! For those of you know don't know Jason that well....it is nearly impossible to sleep when he is in bed!

On the slopes....





The boy is so serious about his skiing!!!

Wesley Has Been Promoted To The "Advanced Group!"

Today was a joyous day. Wesley got to ski on the "big run" with the good 4-6 year old skiers. This gives us lots of nachas!!







Otherwise, everyone is doing well on the home front. Jason has recently taken the snuggle approach with Fifi. From the looks of it she is still contemplating whether or not she enjoys this up close and personal attention. However, Jason, as you can see, is quite comfortable! As you can see, Fifi and Ar-fur have become best of buddies. In fact, we oftentimes find them snuggled up next to each other. Such a cute little feline couple. They had a nice Valentines Day! I think every day is Valentines day for them!

The Boy is skiing on his own!

Yep folks mama and papa are very proud of our little skier man! I have been taking him to ski lessons at Cochran's ski hill in Richmond, VT. Today Wesley (The Shred-i Captain) graduated from skiing with a harness and edgie wedgie. He is now skiing on his own. We're quite proud. See for yourself!

On another note...I just received my diploma. I now hold a Masters in the Arts of Education with a focus in cross categorical special education. Check it out!

The Recent Goings On...

And now some pictures of our turkey's! I was on my way to Smuggs when I saw a flock of turkey's! Kind of neat!

Here is a photo from our recent trip to the ECCO center in Burlington...










The dudes are chillin' on the couch with a frosty dairy beverage!!!

Lil' Skiiers!!!

Howdy Everyone! The winter is going well. I have started my training regiment for the Burlington City Marathon. Oy Vey is right! So, this past Saturday, Sarah, Gracie, Theresa and Wesley journeyed up to SMUGGS for some skiing. Here are some photos of the two young rippers in the family. Someone has to carry on the legacy and wear a helmet!! Enjoy!

A random grouping of pictures from the past few months...

The Kitties

Today around, 10:15, we took Jason and Wesley for a snowshoe hike. Naturally, Rosie (our dog) joined the pack. However, today we were also accompanied by Fifi Kitty. She hiked around through the deep snow in the back of the house. I love this cat. She is a dog! Fifi has a buddy named Arfer. Here are some pictures of the kitties snuggling in various areas of the house (including Jason's crib!).

Sweet Skiing...

Here is some footage of yours truly skiing down a back country run near Smuggler's Notch, VT. This was one of the finer early morning weekend father's ski adventure. I am extremely grateful for this time on skis early in the morning. Without these excursions, I would be freakin' out about right now!!!

Crocodile Done-die

Yep Folks. I am now (almost) officially titled MaEd. So, I best be gettin' some damnnned respect, ok? Ok! After two plus long years, I am finished with my masters degree in special education!! I am about to brag a little bit! My GPA is 3.92. Hell Yeah!! Considering my past academic success, this is HUGE!

Completed Courses (click on the grades below to view your official grade card)

Course	Title	CR	Start	End	Instructor	Grade
COM/516	PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATIONS	1.00	11/15/2005	12/05/2005	JEFFERY OSHNOCK	A-
MAT/501	THE ART AND SCIENCE OF TEACHING	2.00	01/03/2006	01/30/2006	JAMES LOTHSCHUTZ	A-
MAT/505	CHILD AND ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT	3.00	01/31/2006	03/13/2006	ANGELA FOSTER	A-
MAT/509	MODELS, THEORIES, AND INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES	2.00	03/21/2006	04/17/2006	DENNIS VANASSE	A
MAT/561	ACTION RESEARCH	3.00	05/16/2006	06/26/2006	THADDEUS SKOWRON	A-
SPE/504	ORIENTATION TO THE EXCEPTIONAL CHILD	3.00	07/11/2006	08/21/2006	KATY ROUSSOS	A
SPE/506	SPECIAL EDUCATION METHODS	3.00	08/29/2006	10/09/2006	ANNETTE LAMBETH	A
SPE/512	SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSESSMENT AND INTERPRETATION	3.00	10/10/2006	11/20/2006	KELLY DAVIS	A
SPE/521	CHARACTERISTICS OF LEARNING DISABILITIES	3.00	11/28/2006	01/22/2007	WENDY FARR	A
SPE/531	CHARACTERISTICS OF MR & DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES	3.00	02/13/2007	03/26/2007	LEAANN NASH	A
SPE/544	CHARACTERISTICS OF EMOTIONAL & BEHAVIORAL DISORDERS	3.00	03/27/2007	05/07/2007	SONJA NELSON	A
SPE/556	CHARACTERISTICS OF PHYSICAL & HEALTH DISABILITIES	3.00	05/08/2007	06/18/2007	PATRICIA AXTELL	A
SPE/579	INCLUSION STRATEGIES FOR THE SPECIAL EDUCATOR	3.00	06/19/2007	07/30/2007	JEAN BOUIE	A
SP-TED/582	SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENT TEACHING:CROSS CATEGORICAL, PART I	4.00	08/28/2007	10/08/2007	KATHY RICHEY	A

What Teacher's Make and other great poems on You Tube...(Taylor Mali)

This poet named Taylor Mali came to literacy day @ Essex Middle School. He was funny, inspiring and a great poet. Check out his stuff on You Tube. I am not sure how to post these videos on my site...so, here is a link!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCNIBV87wV4&feature=related