Moments 09 22 :: Week 04

Not much new to report this week. Cole got his senior photos taken on Saturday, then had Whitefish Bay Homecoming. You may recognize this crew from Prom. Same porch & people. Different dance. They had an absolute blast. The next day Cole had an early morning soccer game, then we went to watch St. Norbert vs. Carroll College soccer. 

Look at this guy. Cannot believe he's a senior. 

Moments 09 22 :: Week 03

First two U19 MLS Next game of the season. They lost both, but not by much. It was fun to see. 

Happy 23rd anniversary to us!

We aren't the best of celebrating, but no excuses this year. We had a great time and a fabulous dinner at Bavette. We started with a Barrel Aged Negroni (Brian) and an Almond Gin Fizz (me).

I don't have too many goals, and honestly never really set out to do this -- but I hit a 300# deadlift this week. Crazy! Before May 2022, my PR was 255#. I'm pretty happy about it. 

Moments 09 22 :: Week 02

Nothing much to report this week -- it was a pretty crazy busy one actually. But, on Tuesday, I turned 53. So that happened. 

My gym friends threw a little party -- complete with butt cookies. P.S. I'm not bossy when I work out. I manage the gym. 

Lucky for me, it was also deadlift day -- my favorite! I PR'd my 3 rep max at 250#. I was pretty happy with that. 

Klassy Kamping 22 :: The Krew

I'm so glad everyone amuses me with this, because I adore these photos every year. Zane was sick so couldn't make it. The founding Klassy Kampers, the Elsmo's had another obligation. Back by popular demand were Aaron & Stephanie (Aaron's daughter headed off to college this year though). And new to the Krew, Dejan's friends Will & Tonja. Such a great group of people. 

(Past Years: 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2010)

Klassy Kamping 22 :: Day 03

Not much to report on the last day. It's always so sad saying our good-byes. Brian and the boys surprised me with some balloons and gifts to celebrate my birthday a day early since we were all together. We had breakfast at the van, then went about our ways. Hudson drove back to St. Louis. Cole took the car and beat us home. It was another amazing Klassy Kamping weekend.

Klassy Kamping 22 :: Day 02

Loved our set up this year. Brian and I were in the van (naturally), and the boys each had a tent to sleep in. It was perfect. After a good sleep, we got together for breakfast burritos. Yum, yum, yum. Some stayed behind, while some of us headed into New Glarus. Chris & Graham rode their bikes again. It's a such a beautiful route. I'm not sure what the deal is, but the brewery is closed on weekends. Makes no sense to us, but we still were able to visit our favorite bakery. An art festival was going on as well, so that was fun. Afterwards, we stopped on the way back for a hike at the Pine Cliff Trail. We discovered it a couple years ago, and it's a perfect 1 hour hike. We all enjoyed it. As soon as we got back, it was time for Frito Pie dinner at our place. We have the meals down to a science. Afterwards, we sat around and got to enjoy another perfect night. 

Klassy Kamping 22 :: Day 01

Another year of Klassy Kamping. Brian left for Governor Dodge on Friday, and in a super exciting turn of events, Hudson decided to join us this year. It was so great having him, especially since this year is the mass exodus we've been dreading all these years. Only one remaining kid. Fortunately, a couple have made appearances. Gracie joined us again this year too. Cole and I had to wait until Saturday morning to come up, but made it before everyone else was moving. It was a pretty lazy day. It had rained during the night and into the morning, and the weather was pretty cold and gloomy the rest of the weekend, actually. But it was fine. We rode bikes to the beach, and a few brave souls even went swimming. Evening was a new favorite dinner -- paella night. We've deemed Aaron the paella master, even though he's confessed he's only made it once before. He's a trooper. It's always just so much fun being with everyone, and this year was no different. 

Moments 09 22 :: Week 01

Rainbows and rain

Our traditional birthday celebration lunch at St. Paul Fish Market.

Me and my guy. I cannot even believe he's already 18.

Seems like forever ago...but not really.

Some things never change. Ice cream birthday cake (cookies & cream).

Got to celebrate with a few of his friends. This crew has had such a fun summer. 

First day of school - SENIOR year. 

Snuggle bug.