The Kassel Family Project Life 365

Yummy Fall Beer = Oktoberfest!  Many, many tasty kinds.  Thanks B and Rachel for bringing it over and to Jeremy for being the bartender!

So, after my work day ended in severe frustration, I was very angry and upset.  I get home and head into the bathroom to shut the door and have some quiet time.  I didn’t really want to have the kids see me in that mood.  Andy did not realize that I was crying and sent John in to ask me a question.  John sees me and gives me a hug.  He then says, “Mommy, why you upset?  I love you.”  End of tears for me because how could you not smile after that?

Tonight, John and Laura were NUTS while in the bathtub.  My ears hurt from the happy yelling!  Laura was flipping around and sticking her feet in the air while John was using the bubble paddles as drumsticks and yelling at the top of his lungs.  I suppose at least they were in a good mood!  LOL

So, John decided to brush his own teeth before bed this evening.  I was still upstairs helping Andy with the kitchen when Laura came running up the stairs saying, “Johnny is making a mess with the toothpaste!”  I immediately headed for downstairs to find what I will forever refer to as “fun with toothpaste!”

For a while now, we have had a frog living behind one of our outdoor clocks.  Today, Andy took the clock down to adjust the time.  He was surprised to discover that we had two frogs living behind the clock.  Since he disturbed them, they decided to sit on top of the clock before retreating back to their hiding places.

We returned to Western Illinois University for Homecoming today.  We took the kids to the parade, around campus, to the Sigma Chi house, Aurelio’s Pizza for lunch (YUM!), to see the Rocky statue, and to the University Union.

Both kids had a great time!  It was really fun to show them around.  Laura asked a ton of questions.  I think the favorite part for both of them was watching the parade and getting lots of candy.  For me, it was watching the Marching Leathernecks play “Georgia On My Mind” at the WIU Alumni House.  As a former Marching Leatherneck, that will forever hold a special place in my heart.  For Andy, the experience of the whole weekend was his favorite part.  We want to say a special thanks to Chuck and Karen Gilbert for letting us stay at their beautiful home and for their hospitality!  It was truly a great weekend.