Deer are DANGEROUS!

Friday May 14, 2010 I had to be at work early to meet with the night staff to discuss open enrollment for health insurance. My morning began at 415am. It's such a relief when Tim Horton's is open that early, so I could actually focus on my driving.

It was foggy with light rain. As I make it onto the 400, cars are zipping by me. Obvisiouly they had someplace urgent to go at 5:15am. I see the signs to EA 7 miles to go! I thought this is going to be the longest day of my life. I just wanted to get to work, and start my day; so I could go home early. Except Bambi had a different plan in mind for me.

It could have been a whole lot worse thats for sure! But I did make it safe and sound to work. Now, I just have to wait a week or so for my car! Drive safe out there everyone

Baby pool

After being called out by my d-in-law, I realized that she was right; my next grand child cannot be born without having some money riding on the outcome. So, last nite, beer was consumed, fish was eaten, even by CJ and AP--a first for both--and wagers were made. So here is what we have as the picks for our forthcoming blessed event. And from the sound of the conversation with adam last evening, it sounds as if the people picking early are lookin' good. GO AMY!!

5-13 GG 3pm girl
jnna 4:18 pm girl
5-15 AP 7 am girl
mrs. fixxitt 11:05 am girl
jnna 8:18 pm girl
5-17 jnna 3:53 am girl
unkie 5:30 am girl
ab 7:30 am boy
austin 4:28 boy
5-18 jnna 2:18 am girl
5_19 emma 1030 am boy
jnna noon boy
5-20 nphw jff 11:02 am boy
jnna 2:02 pm boy
emma and nanna 6:05 pm girl
5-21 zachary 8 am boy
ug 8 am boy
jll 10:21 am girl
kdh 2 pm boy
sndra 5 pm boy
5-22 mr. fixxitt 732 pm girl

This is just a temporary blog for info purposes only. Anyone feeling the need to update on toe hair or any such other topic, please feel free.

A typical Wednesday Night Conversation

An Evening With The Pilafs



Jeff: Where are the kids?



Sandra: Why? You are watching the Sabres game AGAIN!



J: I just want to be a responsible parent, are they okay, oh wait I hear Zach... hide.



S: You just gave your daughter to your parents at the Red Apple Drop Off Spot! My glass is empty.



J: My dad can't drive anymore, that's probably not safe. I'll get you another one.



S: I told her to sit in the middle and use all three seat belts. No ice.



J: Crap, freakin' Sabres... nobody's watching him in front. I have a lot of hair on my big toe.



S: Hello! How many times does the dog need to whack the back door? Let him out! My glass is empty.



J: Zach!!! Let the dog out!!! Hold on I'll get ya anutter one... should I shave my big toe hair.. it'll probably come in thicker though.



S: Keep your socks on...your feet are gross...almost as gross as the other Rice boys! No ice.



J: I know, I know. Sheesh. What are we doing this weekend? Man, that's a lot of hair. It's freakin' me out. Do you think I can throw my voice and make it talk?

S: Alright! Alright! Put the game back on and get this guy off the TV!

J: Mr Bean is classic comedy... whatever.

S: If that is Mr. Bean, then I am Pamela Anderson (minus the Hep3).

J: Sweet! Will you call me???

S: Not with that toe!

J: I'm just saying that's a lot of hair.

Happy, Happy Birthday!!

Still beautiful and sassy! We love you Mom, Gramma & GG!!

There Goes the Neighborhood!

I am going to start this blog off with a picture of a chicken because Jeff told me people seem to like chickens.

But on to the real news...Gary and I bought a house!

We had our house inspection this afternoon and everything turned out great. March 22nd is our tentative closing date. Soon enough we will be residents of the Town of Tonawanda.

We are just across the street from the golf course and driving range. And there is a heated florida room off the garage, which Good Gary quickly renamed the Man Cave (he has big plans for that room!)

More pics and posts after we move in and the updating begins.

Winter Sledding

streaming video by JT Pilaf

We went sledding last Saturday and Sunday at Beaver Island and even though it felt like it was only 1 degree outside (minus 10 degrees windchill) Zach, Emma, and yours truly enjoyed ourselves for at least 15 minutes.

A December to Remember

Just being patient and waiting for Holtz Family Christmas to begin!

Our Christmas day hostess with Ms Caroline One of Gramma's gifts was a digital frame from Kristen and Caroline Jeanne! A handmade rug for Ms Caroline! Caroline cleaned up this Christmas and deservedly so! Some pirate gifts are definately for the Ladies! Gift opening begins! Dear Santa, Please note that Adam does want Yankee apparel for Christmas! Our newest "Holtz" Ms Caroline Jeanne!

Of course the best part of our Christmas Day Celebration is the Pirate Game! Nephew Jeff opened a Bob the Builder Lego set! Not to worry, it was passed on to Mr O!

Oliver and his Big Pop reviewing the history of the T-NT Football game. I know I know, me too

My sister enjoying a glass of nog! It was the best nog ever made!

2010 will bring us a new family Mr & Mrs Gary Everett. It was a fast and furious holiday season. We were very blessed to be together, share a meal, raise our glasses, and anticipate the upcoming New Year. As always, Gramma sets the pace, with her tireless energy and her willingness to tackle each and every day, with enthusiasm and vitality. May we enjoy our lives as much as she enjoys hers! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.