JD comes into town to rock WHS

JD from West Genny came into town two days before Christmas with his fellow team mates and handed the towel to the WHS JV Team. I thought his defense was great and he is not afraid to mix it up as the pictures show. It was really nice to have the opportunity to see him play. I would have stayed for the varsity game but it was standing room only when the Fazio family came in to support their cousin. The only one that didn't end in a vowel in that section was Matt!!!

Birthday Celebration for Nano

I'm announcing a birthday brunch for Nano to celebrate her 98th brithday. Her birthday is the 3rd, but we are celebrating on New Year's Day at Noon. Party is at Rose and Jeff's house and lots of good food and good times are promised. Hope to see everyone there.

Emergency on Cooper St

Hey thanks Uncle Jan. My daughter is in hysterics b/c she devoured your fudge and now it is gone. What are the odds of you sending the recipe? I'm not kidding, she ate the entire bowl but for 3 pieces that Mommy and I wrestled away from her.

Saw this couple this weekend and

I saw these guys out this weekend and a request was made not to see them on the blog so I am honoring their request not to see them. You can't see them can you????

Happy Birthday Justyn

Justyn celebrated his special day with a small cake and ice cream party with his family. He will have a fun party after the holidays. We all had a good time and the kids enjoyed getting together. Happy 7th birthday, Justyn.

Happy Birthday Jared

The big 3-0 for Jared was celebrated on Friday night with a surprise party at the Hoover Inn in Evans Mills. A good time had by all and they even kept me out past my bedtime. I hear Jared was not only surprised but had a drink to celebrate each year. I also hear Gabby may be getting a new purse for Christmas.....one that is not "pea" green but is waterproof. Hope you got cash for your b'day Jared and piss it away!!!! Happy Birthday.

Merry Christmas!

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Ice Storm in Cohoes

An ice storm hit the Capital District knocking out power to 240,000 people. I know you Watertownians had a similar situation and the working crews say your storm was worse but this storm affected alot more homes because of population. Bryce, Jessie and Erinn joined us at Cohoes as we were fortunate not to lose any power. They got power on Sunday morning. The pic is a neighbors branch that hit our kitchen, the screen protected the branch from making quite an entrance but the birds love the added landing area. Happy Holidays!

O Christmas Tree or Christmas Tree

How lovely are your branches.

So much better than all the rest,

At papa's house it does enhances,

The grandchildren has made it the best,

So all you can do now is look,
As this tree becomes #1 in the scrapbook.

My Christmas Tree in Stage II

This is my tree before the grandchildren decorate it. You see I promised the grandchildren they could help so Tuesday night they can stop go to work on making the best Christmas tree ever!!! I could have very easily decorated it but Christmas is all about the children and those children can clock in anytime after 5 p.m. but they can't clock out until the job is done!!!! My tree has the perfect shape, size and will have the perfect heirloom symbols on Tuesday night. By the way Papa and Grandma had the first decorated tree and how do I know this ...... because I keep in touch with MY Dad!!!!

Merry Christmas From Cooper St

Holiday greetings from the Cooper St Gang. I know that the tree is a branch compared to our usual tree but never the less the kiddies absolutely love it. After nearly 3 hours and 2 sets of happy hands the decorating was complete. Notice the master piece that is behind the hoodlums, yes it is a real working train that is always a hit. Just remember this one thing this holiday, it's not the tree that makes the house for christmas, it's the house that makes the tree!!! Pretty good considering I don't even hang out at Saint8's.

December Celebrations

Sorry for the delay but our computer was down this week and I just got it fixed. December birthdays in the holiday rush ..... please try and make some time to send a little birthday cheer to one of these December babies after all we can't blame timing on them!!!!!

December 15 Jessie
December 16 Katie
December 19 Jared
December 20 Mark
December 21 Justyn
December 30 Julian

Happy Thanksgiving

Happy thanksgiving to all. I thought I would share a few pictures I found for this holiday. In the first picture we reflect on what the turkey feels like....bon appetit with the stuffing. The second shows Governor Paterson out trying to find a fresh turkey. The last picture says bring on the food I'm ready. May the bird be with you on Thursday!!!!

5 Generations

Generation after generation things get passed on but to have 4 sets of 5 generations in the same room sharing good times is unique. The pictures were not intentionally downloaded by number of great great grandchildren but it is pretty cool that they went 4 - 3 - 2- 1. Anybody up to having 5????

Dad and his BOYS or ....

Do you think we can say Dad and his merry men? As all of us have our own boys and some of us approach retirement I think "men" sounds better than boys!!! After all some of us have crossed over to grandpa as well. If anyone has a recent picture of Joel we could always photo shop! It was so nice to see twins still dress the same even at 50 and should remember that black is truly slimming!!!

Celebrating Dad's 75th Birthday

Here are a few shots of Dad's celebration of 75 years. I thought it was a wonderful family event and even though we missed a few I think Dad was very pleased. And the best part......no mess, no cooking and no clean up......mine and Jeff's dish pan hands really appreciated it!!!! The best quote of the day was from Justyn who said: "this is the best breakfast he has ever had!" The final count was 51, good Lord if all showed we would have needed the whole banquet hall. Please mark your calendars now for April and I vote to do the same thing!!!!

Jeremyah's 2nd Birthday

Jeremyah celebrated his 2nd birthday with his cousins and family. The cake was cool and big hit for the boys. My started to cry when they set the construction vehicle candles on fire!!! Busy weekend but a good time had by all.

Golfers

A Recent study found that the average golfer walks about 900 miles per year.

Another study found that the average golfer drinks about 22 gallons of alcohol per year.

That means, on average, golfers get about 41 miles per gallon.

Makes you feel proud dosent it! Almost like a hybrid!

Sunday Papa's Brunch

I know Papa won't read this as he doesn't get on the computer so please don't share it with him. This Sunday anyone who is available is welcomed to join us at a Brunch at the Carriage House at 11:30 a.m. to celebrate his birthday. I know it is a week early but this Sunday seems to work the the best for most of us. Sorry to anyone who has something on but in this family it is impossible to find some time where it doesn't interfere with something. If you need any further information please let me know. I hope to see you there. We will start right at 11:30 right after mass and so Mom can make the shower she needs to attend in the early afternoon.

Sorry Mickey I forgot your day

I forgot to put Mickey Mouse on our birthday list and certainly he is part of this family. Mickey turned 80 today and it is hard to believe he is older than Papa but it is true. He has hardly aged compared to Papa who will celebrate his 75Th this month. I am really disappointed that Amy didn't bring this to my attention, her membership in the Mickey Mouse Club is now in jeopardy. Happy Birthday Mickey and please join us while we celebrate Goofy's er I mean Papa's birthday!!!

Bryce and Jessie- fall pictures

I know I am a little late posting these.. we had them done about a month ago- but Jayson just taught me how to post! So I hope you enjoy them. We are going to come up soon hopefully but deff count us in for Christmas.
He is getting SO big - 9 months on the 20th..where does the time go? We are both doing very well.. miss everyone xoxo

Just for Jon - invest now!!!! Christmas is coming

New golf club improves flow of the game - it's a urinal
BY OREN YANIV DAILY NEWS STAFF WRITER
Wednesday, November 12th 2008, 4:00 AM

'I used to hit my ball directly into the woods so I can urinate,' says one happy UroClub customer. 'You took five strokes off my game.'
Ever had to go while playing golf? Can't hold it for all 18 holes?
A New York-born urologist came up with a solution to golfers' bothered bladders - a faux club that fits in a golf bag, but is really a mobile urinal.
"I wanted people to feel a level of comfort," said Dr. Floyd Seskin, inventor of the UroClub. "Worry where the pin is, not where's the next bathroom."
His inspiration came after a patient who underwent a prostate procedure came back months later to rave about his improved condition.
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"I used to hit my ball directly into the woods so I can urinate," the man told Seskin. "You took five strokes off my game."
Seskin, 49, who lives in Miami Beach, set out to find a device that can help other golf enthusiasts, many of whom are over 50 and suffer from prostate problems.
He came up with a contraption that looks like a 7-iron with a wider opening on top, a handle that can hold about half a liter of liquid and - most importantly - a tight-fitting seal.
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It comes with a golf towel that attaches to the belt and the club to allow a private, hands-free relief.
"You can do it anywhere," Seskin insisted. "It looks like you're practicing your swing or something."
He said many golf courses, especially ones near homes, fine players for passing water outdoors and that a lot of golfers don't hydrate enough to avoid the urge.
Though initial reactions to the UroClub often include quizzical stares, the response has been positive, Seskin said. About 1,000 have been sold in the few months since the product went on the market.
"It makes a great gift item for any golfer," said Seskin, who grew up in Syosset, L.I., and went to medical school in Brooklyn and Albany.
The UroClub is not available in stores, but can be bought through uroclub.com or by calling 866-999-4URO. It retails for $24.95 plus shipping.