Tribute to Grandpa Copsey!

We just returned from a trip to Piqua, Ohio for the funeral of Grandpa Copsey. He was 95 years young and the neatest guy. The last time we saw him was at Grandpa and Grandma's 70th Wedding Anniversary in July of 2007. These photos of from that celebration.

Waiting for Christmas . . .

Waiting for the storm, waiting for Heather & Will, waiting for Brian and Emily. Plans changed as we waited . . . for Christmas.

Christmas Eve Snowstorm in Oklahoma

A blizzard in Oklahoma is bringing a beautiful Christmas Eve. Plans had to change a bit as Heather and Will are stranded in Norman, but safe. Brian took Emily home after exchanging our Christmas Eve gifts to each other and had a dangerous drive back. We are now enjoying a quiet, magical evening in our lovely decorated home. We will snuggle down and wait for Santa and then hope Heather & Will will be able to travel for Christmas Dinner tomorrow.

Almost Ready for Christmas!

We had a fun afternoon baking gingerbread cookies. Brian specifically requested my gingerbread cookies. I haven't made them in years. They were Scott's and Brian's favorite. We had a ball listing to Christmas music and watching the storm reports as we baked our cookies. We hope the storm won't be so bad as Heather & Will have to drive into town tomorrow evening - Christmas Eve.

Preparing for Christmas.

I love Christmas decorations, but mostly love little Baby Jesus decorations. I truly enjoyed creating this Baby Jesus clothespin doll with a beautiful Angel watching over.

Happy Thanksgiving from Our Family!

Pow Wow at School

Hannah and her kindergarten buddy, Gracie, celebrate together at the Kindergartden Pow Wow.

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

Happy 10th Birthday Hannah!!!

November 17, Hannah turned 10 years old. I had a little party early in the morning for Hannah. After school Heather, Will, Brian and myself celebrated the evening away with Hannah. We had presents, music, laughing, followed by pizza, balloons and bowling. HAPPY BIRTHDAY HANNAH - WE LOVE YOU!!!

Woodward Park.

One of the last beautiful Sundays this November, Hannah and I went to Woodward park. It was so beautiful. There were so many photographers taking portraits that we had to be careful not to get in their pictures. We went to just hike, explore and enjoy. Hannah loved climbing the rocks over this little stream.
This is Hannah's favorite tree. She can actually go inside the tree. If you've been to Woodward, you probably know which tree we are talking about. She has loved this tree since she was just a toddler when I took her there.

Two Witches for Halloween!

Hannah and I had a great time being witches together for Halloween this year. It was a beautiful evening and we went all over the neighborhood and ended up with tons of great candy.

Even Giget was a little witch.

Hannah won First Place!

Today was the Awards Assembly where they announced all the winners. Hannah placed first (running 36 laps) in her class for the girls. WAY TO GO HANNAH!!!!!

Brian Proposes to Emily - They're Engaged!!!

Saturday, October 17th, Brian completely surprised Emily and popped the question. He worked hard to find the perfect diamond and planned the evening very carefully. Hannah and I were in on the plans as he needed us to light all the candles, set up the music and get out the champagne. Emily said yes!!! Congratulations Brian and Emily! We are so happy for you.

Engagement Party

Sunday evening we all got together with Brian and Emily to celebrate their engagement. Heather and Will had just returned from Indianapolis from her marathon. We had a great time together at the Riverwalk Los Cobos and even had a couple gifts for them. Congratulations to Emily and Brian

Reading Incentive Ice Cream Party

Today at school, Hannah's class had their ice-cream reading incentive party. Hannah was excited to get her bowl of ice cream.