Saturday, August 23, 2008

Learning life's lessons

Macie and her friend Hailey decided (on their own) to do a stuffed animal swap today. Pretty innovative for two 1st graders. Macie picked a few of her toys she was willing to part with and then Hailey brought over a few of her gently used gems. They bartered back and forth discussing the finer points of the "Jack-o-lantern bear" and "Patch the dog". It was very interesting listening to them try to convince each other as to why the product they had up for offer was so desirable - capitalism at it's finest. Each of them even threw in a "free gift with trade" as you may be able to make out in the picture below. One small (slightly soiled) stuffed animal kitty - and one company logo'd stress ball.  In the end, both parties were quite certain they'd negotiated the better end of the deal. Win/Win 

Oh the simple pleasures of life!






Thursday, August 21, 2008

She's got Bette Davis eyes






O.K. for real, I can't explain why - and I'm putting myself up on the block for much unnecessary ridicule amongst my friends and family.. but here's a little piece of me that I've kept locked away in a hidden corner of what makes me me for 20 something years - and I’m going to let you all in on this little morsel -This is one of my all time favorite songs in the universe. Perhaps it's the way Kim Carnes voice works the amazingly descriptive lyrics in that smoky raspy flava - like when she's says "All the boys think she's a spy - she got Bette Dayyyyvis eyyyyyyyyyeeesssss" (any of you who are familiar at all with this song just sang along as you read that last line-- DON'T LIE) or maybe its the 80's funk foot tappin rhythm that gets my soul bouncing. Or possibly the fact that I really do like Bette Davis - actually it's the trifecta - all three.. for sure my favorite shower song and very possibly my favorite overall song in history. Yes, if i were stranded on a desert island and could choose only one song to listen to for the rest of my earthly existence; this is it my friends. I'm not hiding this little tid-bit away any longer - oh the freedom - the therapy of finally getting that out! And Rex, now you know my secret - when we are at the gym, and I plug my buds in to my ears.. crank up the pod and put up WAY more weight than you on the bench.. yes.. it is this song that gives me my Samson like strength! Not Tool, Not Rage, Not Fiddy it is this - SHE GOT BETTE DAVIS EYES! Chew on that!

click on this youtube tribute - give 'er a listen ENJOY and DON'T DENY it just may be the greatest song of all time.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4hwGkwwXVA&feature=related

Wednesday, August 20, 2008

Jet Skiing at Pineview with the Holmsteads

This little colorful piece of art was accomplished by messing around with my Mac. Fun stuff.
































Thursday, August 14, 2008

Golfing with old friends...




Rex, Stan the man, BWix, Me


Stan and Brandon lookin in the bushes again


Tied for last Nice 50's guys


Brandon decided to save the $4 and walk.. then got tired


Perfect way to end the day!

Tuesday, August 12, 2008

Random Fun Pics










Berry Family Reunion July 28, 2008

Busted!




Dad and Lori - Cousin Andrew in the back



Rex and Mabes while the kids frolic in the shadows



addyboy





Mace just hanging around


Mabes having a Jolly Good Time



Chayse and his "very best smile"


Grandma and Macie holding the new baby


Cousin Jason!


Sky and Chayse

Macie and Grandma Berry




Suz and Mabes


All the grand kids - Oldest to youngest..


Hiding on the hill


Our Fam



Portage: DeGraaff family reunion

at the pool in Malad



Watch out Williams sisters


Grandma Maxine and Suz heading to the bowery



Cham Posin'



Derrek tap dancing



Ari buckin bronco



"I want another build-a-bear. NOW!"



Cham ruled the school



SumSum - Hollywood'n



Dalty!



Under the slide



Tennis Pro



neeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeer