My mom went to visit Camp Speelman yesterday, actually she met Melissa and children in nearby Vermilion. They watched the boats on Lake Erie and then walked around a bit. Owen found a pirate flag on a pole that he had to hug and kiss. And for lunch, Owen ordered the peanut butter and pickle hamburger–which is actually on the menu. He might just be the weirdest Speelman yet!
Greeting from Camp Speelman
July 2, 2009 – 10:00 pm
Red, white and blue and delicious, too!
July 1, 2009 – 10:03 am
Phil’s sister-in-law made us this delicious dessert Sunday night and I think it would make an easy and delicious Fourth of July treat. She started with an angel food cake (store-bought), and sliced it horizontally into three pieces. Then she layered each piece with whipped cream (this she made), vanilla pudding, strawberries, raspberries and blueberries. Easier than pie! Everyone should make one this weekend.
Behold the Polyester Bikini
June 30, 2009 – 5:19 pm
My mother has so kindly offered up for public ridicule some vintage images of her famous Polyester Bikini. That’s Melissa in the backyard kiddie pool and that’s me sitting in front of the record collection.
But I think the bottom photo of Melissa and two of her friends–who also had the pleasure of wearing the Polyester Bikini–best displays the swimsuit’s inability to stay in place while enjoying some fun in the sun.
In my mom’s defense, I do love that she sewed us cute clothes when we were little, I just think bathing suits are something best purchased.
The cutest little dress
June 29, 2009 – 10:59 am
The Speelpeople stopped by my mom’s on their way to camping Saturday and she had made Elle the cutest little dress. Mel sent me the little picture on my cellphone showing me the criss-cross back and then my mom sent me the others. The dress also has a striped lining that you can kind of see. My mom made us a lot of clothes when we were little–most memorably her famous polyester bikini–and I think they ALL included ric-rac.
A delicious taste
June 28, 2009 – 11:07 pm
Seems like I always end up writing about food when I guest post, and here I go again. We rode our bikes down to the Taste of Chicago today because a co-worker of mine’s band was playing. And of course we had to sample the fare. Phil headed straight for the smokiest booth around and ordered the Sauteed Goat Meat with Plantains. I played it a little safer with a little cup of gazpacho and a giant plate of Sweet Potato Chips. We worked it off with a round of putt-putt.
Campingpalooza 2009!
June 27, 2009 – 10:12 am
It’s that time again, our annual camping trip kicks off tomorrow. Eight action-packed days of camping mayhem! Once again my sister will be taking over a-post-a-day for me. Show her a little blog lovin’ while I’m gone (that means add a comment every now and then). Check out this years logo, isn’t it AWESOME!. Seriously, every year B knocks the design right out of the park and this year is no exception. Thanks B!!! The t-shirts are hot off the presses and we are madly packing. We will have to take two vehicles this year- and they are both stuffed to the roof. Hopefully we’ll still have room for the kids 
. I promise to have lots of pics when I return next week!
Oh how I love these . . .
June 26, 2009 – 8:03 pm
I went to Dana’s house for a “Ladies of SJHS” summer get together. It was SO great to sit by the pool and talk with everyone. As things were winding down Dana’s kids came down to the pool. The boys jumped in- lucky me, I had my camera ready to go. I only snapped a few quick shots, but I just love this one of Bryce and Grant. I can’t wait to go back and take underwater pics of ALL the kids. Thanks for a great time Dana!
Mohawk
June 25, 2009 – 8:57 pm
We’ve been waiting to get the boys hair cut until right before camping. Well, today was the day. Isaac has been telling me that he wants a mohawk, but I truly thought he would cave once we got there. Much to my surprise he held strong and convinced me to let him do it (after all, one zip through with the clippers and it’s gone). I must say that it looks pretty darn good on him. He absolutely loves it. The proof is right here. That boy NEVER wants his picture taken and he practically directed this photo session. He told me that you can’t smile for pictures when you have a mohawk .
Maggie
June 24, 2009 – 7:06 pm
Another blue-eyed beauty courtesy of the Kinasewitz family. Can you believe Maggie is already three months old?! It seems like I was just at the hospital taking these photos of her. What a gorgeous little girl!
Ty the fish
June 23, 2009 – 11:30 pm
I photographed an SJHS family today. I have known Vic and Meghan for about twelve years now. Their kids are absolutely adorable! We decided to go to the park behind Blue Ash Rec Center so the kids could go swimming after our session. I suggested bringing along my p+s for some underwater fun. Ty was SO excited about getting his picture taken underwater. He was awesome. It’s almost midnight now which means I need to get a post in before the clock strikes twelve, so I decided to grab one of Ty swimming like a little fish! More to come!