Oscar

So, in between my days of working, I have the joy of tending my grandson Oscar. He is almost two (he turns two on December 12th) and has just started to talk and call me "Nana".. I love it!

Nana Goes to Texas

I had a couple of chances to visit my grandchildren in Texas this summer. In August, Heather and Michael went to Arkansas to the wedding of a dear friend, and I had the opportunity to babysit their three lovely daughters. Ansley turned eight in September, Hailey turned five and Emberly is just over a year. We had a wonderful weekend, going to MacDonald's (with a playground!), and even to Chuck-E-Cheese! Adults hate it, but kids love it.. so much fun!

Brown Family Reunion 08

My sister Heidi was gracious enough to host our family reunion this year. She and her husband have a beautiful home in the suburbs of Chicago. All my siblings and several of their spouses and children were there, and the Horcher kids (Heidi's kids) all gave up their rooms for the family members. We went to a baseball game where Heidi's son Carl played, also to Medieval Times and to the huge Botanical Gardens. My brother Nick is a biologist, and really enjoyed photographing the plants and flowers. We had a wonderful time, and really appreciate the Horcher's hospitality.