Soccer
Wow, where to start. How about soccer? Nathan has been pounding the turf when is on the field. He added another goal on October 18 to increase his season total to 4. After the game, he told me he scored it for my birthday. Thanks buddy! Also his team is in sole posession of first place in his division. Carter's team has been struggling of late, but the kids are having a good time.
Oct 10 Weekend
For those of you in the know it was our 11th wedding anniversary, we were given a night out by my parents. We hit the Chase Park Plaza for a movie Burn After Reading (thumbs up) and dinner at the Eau Bistro (highly recommend). We then found ourselves at the Cupcakery for some celebratory mini cakes. It was a great night out in the Central West End. On Saturday the 11th (our actual anniversary), we had consession stand duty for Nathan’s team, quickly perused the STR Holiday Boutique, and then off to my cousin, Katie’s Wedding. You could tell ALOT of hard work went into their special day. Everything was great! Thanks for sharing your day with us Katie. It also didn't hurt that MU lost and KU won. Wha Hoo!
Oct 17th Weekend
On Thursday, October 16, I made my first journey to the Pageant to see Ben Folds. He supported his most current release, Way to Normal, to which most of the songs played that night came from. I was glad to finally see him live. I do enjoy the current album, but I would have preferred to hear more, older tunes. (Side note, I would definitely return to the Pageant)
On Saturday, October 18, I received Star Wars’ Force Unleashed PS3 video game, Transformers movie on Blu-ray, Heart’s Greatest Hits CD and Weird Al Yankovic’s Dare to be Stupid CD. The boys wore out my audio cassette playing Yoda over and over and over again. I decided to spend my birthday at Lumiere Place. The newest casino in the St Louis area. We stopped by the the Burger Bar for some dinner. (yum!) After asking the casino if any tix remained for the show at their theater, we were surprised to be comped two tickets to see Steven Wright. I saw him in Lawrence a few years back and enjoyed him more then, but he still puts on a good show. (can't argue with free, though) On our way back to pick up the kiddos my mother-in-law, Judy offered to keep ’em all for the night. (Kaitlyn's first night away) SWEET! So the Mrs and I headed to Park Avenue Coffee for some late night drinks, gooey butter, outdoor fire and some conversation. (yes late night is 9pm) A great day!
Mom & Dad Cross the Altantic
I took my parents to the airport on Oct 15 to travel to Italy with the Albrights. They had a wonderful time! I will try to give some more highlights and some pics when I hear & see more. They returned safely back to the states on October 26.
Halloween
Finally a decent night for bagging free candy!!! This year Nathan was Batman Begins’ Batman complete with utility belt. Carter opted for black SpiderMan, Venom, complete with built in pecs and washboard abs. Kaitlyn started her trick or treating career in a flower ensemble chosen by Christine. I will post pictures upon download. Stay tuned...
November 1 Soccer
Nathan scores one goal to tie the CPOP game at one each. He ALMOST put in number two for the game winner. Great try, buddy. STR 1st boys (6-0-3) settle for a tie against a good CPOP (6-1-2) team. Carter’s team ran away with a win their opponent, Sacred Heart, 7-2. The highlights of the game were Carter’s midfield breakaway attempt at his first career goal (so close) and a save at the other end of the field while playing goalie. Good job boys!
Another one bite the dust...
Nathan lost tooth number 4 on Monday, November 3. No Picture yet but stay tuned for the toothless wonder.
Wow, I am tired. ;-) Until next time...
