Better late than never . . . (Gigi)

Gigi and Erika say "Hello".

Our thoughts and prayers are with Paul and those who love him, Mary Jo.

I thank Suki for reminding me of the latest method in keeping up-to-date with everyone. This works wonderfully. Kudos to Sue and Mary Jo for launching this project.

Our family has not been online too long. Given her age, Erika uses it the most between keeping up with her many friends, school reports, and computer games, it does not leave spare time for anyone else to play.

Speaking of Erika, she is indecisive as to which highschool to attend. Her first choice is Skutt Catholic High; which is expensive. Her second choice is either Millard West (which would require moving) or Millard South. Marty has saved for his daughters' college education. However, $30,000 for four years of high school is a little much. The ROTC Air National Guard (ANG) has great opportunities I hear for college minded students and depending on what state you enlist, they pay up to 100% of tuition. Something else to consider. Any thoughts or comments anyone? So many decisions. . .

Maria is enjoying 3rd grade. Her favorite items of interest are: friends, Shaylee, Brownies, parties, reading, and changing purses.

Shaylee likes day care more than any child we know. Dolls are her favorite play time activity. In fact, Cassidy gave her the perfect Christmas gift. A cabbage patch doll whose name is Shaylie. She happens to be the doll of choice.

Maria and I visited Niki and Matt last night in their home. Wow! Check out the black room. It is so cool. I like the brown and mint green room too. However, you don't see too many rooms painted black and this was tastefully done. The hot pink curtains, white shelving and picture frames make it a sophisicated study room for our "colorful" (one of Maria's discriptions of Cousin Niki) Niki. Great job, Matt!!

Marty works too many long days. He has something to look forward to come May. He and Uncle Steve will be going to Canada to fish or something. It will be good for them to get away and do the brotherly bond thing. How nice for them to have each other outside their harem.

Uh-oh, dinner time. I must run.

Chow for now! (No pun intended)

Gigi and Erika