New Twins Stadium

Kristi and I went to the new stadium to watch the Twins play Oakland.  The Twins won 2 to 0 and the attendance was 40,830 - the stadium lives up to the hype.  Photos here.

Weekend at Lake Boulder

We went to Boulder Lake for the weekend to see Nana & Papa.  We had a relaxing time and enjoyed being out on the water.  Photos here.

All School Reunion

We didn't take a lot of photos at the reunion but were fortunate to see several of our old classmates and many other old friends.  One of the highlights included a scramble golf tournament.  More photos here.

2010 Independence Day

We spent the afternoon/evening at Auntie Josie's house.  We enjoyed a wonderful dinner and had great seats for the fireworks show.  Photos here.

Sam's 1st Strongman Contest

Sam and I went to Sauk Rapids to attend the Rapids River Days.  The main event we were interested in was the Minnesota State Strongman Championship.  Sam's cousins Gabe and Jace were at the event and they all wrestled each other during the contest events.  Photos and video here.  Make sure you watch the video - the contestant is performing the log press and does a helicopter drop at the end.

Como Zoo

We took the kids to Como Zoo for the day.  Everyone had a blast.  Photos here.

Annual Holte Fish Fry

This year we were able to attend the annual fish fry at the Holte Farm.  Over the past three years we were unable to go since we were living in Raleigh, NC.  Click here for more photos.

Sam Wrestling with Uncle Jer

Sam wrestled his Uncle Jeremy until they both got tired out.  Photos here.

Teenager in the House

Nora turned 13 this year and celebrated with a group of new friends she made since moving to Minnetonka.  She took everyone out to lunch at Benihana.  Nora also received tickets to see Justin Bieber in concert from Grandma & Grandpa.  Photos here.

Neighborhood Memorial Day Party

Our neighbors invited us to their house for their annual Memorial Day Party.  It was great to meet some new people and our kids made new friends.  Sam cuddled up with a girl he met and watched Toy Story 2.  Photos here.

Sam Playing T-Ball

This was the first year Sam played T-Ball.  Overall he was a bit disinterested but considering he just turned 4 and didn't have any friends on his team I'll chalk it up to nerves.  Next year, I'll introduce him to chewing tobacco to help get him in the zone.  Photos here and a video here.

Sam's 4th Birthday

Sam had his fourth birthday this year.  Grandpa and Papa were both busy working but Grandma and Nana were able to come over.  Several of his aunts, uncles and cousins came over for the afternoon as well.  Click here to see more photos.

10 Years Later

In 2000 I successfully pulled off the ultimate surprise 30th birthday party for my wife Kristi.  She and I arrived at The Local in downtown Minneapolis to meet a friend for a drink.  As we sat in the back of the bar/lounge with our friend having a pint, all of our family and friends gathered in the front of the bar in a section I had reserved.  When Kristi thought it was time to leave to go to dinner at another location, we walked to the front of the bar and out through the section I had reserved.  As Kristi walked into the middle of the section, she realized the room was filled with everyone she knew.  It was a perfect moment.

I attempted to recreate this event again at The Local for her 10th annual 30th birthday and although it was a long shot, it went very well in spite of the surprise factor not working quit as well this time.  Photos here.

Young Frankenstein

Our family came down to Minneapolis to go out to dinner at Buca de Beppo and then to see the play Young Frankenstein at the Orpheum.  Photos here.

Cousin Joe's BDay

Sam was invited to celebrate his cousin Joe Hemberger's birthday.  Photo's here.

Minnesota Sledding

We took the kids sledding over the weekend.  Everyone had a great time except for me - I broke my hand and knuckle.  Photo's here.