A weekend of fun with Grandpa and Grandma Cindy

This past weekend Chad, the boys, and I went to Grandpa and Grandma Cindy's house. On Saturday morning, we went fishing at Uncle Kenneth's house. The boys really enjoyed learning how to cast and trying to catch a fish. Then after dinner, we drove to Land Between the Lakes and drove through the Elk and Bison Preserve. While driving through and saw the Elk and Bison all over. It was a great way to end the day.

Dax relaxing while fishing.

Dax perfecting casting a fishing pole.

Grandpa caught the biggest fish.

Look there is a really big Elk, right over there.

Aren't I just the cutest?

Our New Niece, Luna

On August 21, 2011, Luna Anne Fischer was born at 1:58am.  She was 7lbs 9oz and 19.5 inches long. It was a long a strenuous labor, but Kelly did wonderful and it was all worth it in the end.  Luna is now home doing well.  Chad and I had the great opportunity to spend last Saturday with Eric, Kelly, and Luna.  It was a wonderful day and I don't think Luna cried once.  We are so excited to watch her grow and see if she keeps all that wonderful black hair!

Luna and Laura

Look at the pretty face and all that hair!

Destin, Florida

In June, we had the opportunity to travel to Destin, Florida. The boys had never been to the ocean before. We started the drive on Saturday and arrive in Destin at about noon on Sunday. It was a long drive, but well worth the trip when we saw that clear blue water. We spent most of our time on the beach: swimming and playing in the sand. We also were able to go on a dolphin cruse, eat at some wonderful restaurants, and go shopping. It was a very memorable trip.

The Boys and I at the Beach

Grayson playing in the sand

Chad and Grayson in the water.

Looking at Destin, Fl.

Grayson playing flag Fottball

In April, Chad and I had the opportunity to go see Grayson play flag football. It was a great day. We picked the boys up and went to a local playground to play for a while. Then, we went to Red Robin for a great lunch before the game. We arrived early to the field, so Grayson's team could practice before the game started. Then they were off, numerous teams were playing at the same time. It was a sight watching four different games with eight different teams of 6 to 8 years playing football. What a great time!!

Grandpa Steve jammin out,singing for the boys!

Frederick Meijer gardens

Eric demonstrates the power of soda and mentos in a non una-bomber way.

Its days like this that make us want to travel back to Maui!!

Laura with Aaron, Billy and the Whack Attack!!

Chad and a few hot Michigan gals!

Catfish Hotel Landing

Beautiful!

Absolutely the best picture I have ever taken that truly captures my beautiful wife!!

Cindy and the boys

Great picture of Grandma Cindy and her boys!

Dax & Grayson at Fort Donelson, Tn

One of our favorite pictures of the boys. Their great great great grandfather was captured by union forces not more than 200 yards in front of this cannon. He swore alegiance to the union after being shipped to Chicago via Springfield, and returned to fight for the 5th Tenn US calvary.

Pennsylvania Infantry Memorial Shiloh National Battlefield

A great picture of Nan & Laura in front of the famous Pennsylvania memorial in the middle of my favorite battlefield, SHILOH.

Beautiful Indiana Dunes state park

This looks like the boys have time traveled back to 1963!

Chad & Dax took the checkered flag!

Each summer Laura & I take the boys with my mom and dad to our local g0 cart track. Dad always tries to scope out the best go cart, but he could not hold us back as we easily passed him to victory!!

Katelyn & Addison took a shine to Dax this summer!

Tom proves that on the trail of life, he is the most interesting man alive!

Grayson & Dax getting down with some Christmas Eve excitement!

Christmas 2010

When celebrating Christmas this year, we visited Chad's parents in Kentucky. We went to one of our favorite restaurants, Patty's. They have stores and a decorated courtyard. The boy's had a great time walking around and going into the different stores before dinner.