Today was Michael's recital for his Little Shepherd's school. Instead of attending our normal service, we ventured to the 9:30 at the Lutheran church that his school is affiliated with.
Michael did very well up on stage. He started out softly, but early in the performance you could clearly identify his voice among his classmates. By the middle of the presentation, any words of emphasis in the hymns were dominated by his voice. On top of the vocal performance, no one exaggerated the hand gestures associated with the songs better than Michael; it was as if he was the star of Saturday Night Fever.
R.A.Patton
Wednesday, May 21, 2003
Friday, May 16, 2003
Can We Paint It?
As you can see, the big painting project is underway. Our house should be lighter (if you look in the picture you can see the new color) with a greenish trim when all is said and done.
Everytime Bill and Tom are over here painting, Michael is outside asking to help. Most of the time the boys just have Michael sit there and talk, but last night Uncle Billy let him paint. Bill and Tom say that there favorite part is when Michael leaves their side he first says "Excuse me."
Robert
Everytime Bill and Tom are over here painting, Michael is outside asking to help. Most of the time the boys just have Michael sit there and talk, but last night Uncle Billy let him paint. Bill and Tom say that there favorite part is when Michael leaves their side he first says "Excuse me."
Robert
Saturday, May 10, 2003
The Incedible HULK
The debate rages on. Alex insists that his Incredible Hulk pajamas make him bigger, where as others claim that Alex makes the shirt larger. Even the scientific prowess of Dr. Bruce Banner would not be able to tackle this conundrum; for now, it may be best that we all believe what we want about Alex and his pajamas.
Like the mystery of the Hulk pajamas, the origin of Alex's fascination with the tragic figure remains elusive. Alex has only seen the cartoon once for about 2 minutes, yet he seems to love all things Hulk. Perhaps his fixation with the Hulk is due to the fact that his favorite color is green. Maybe Alex identifies with the primal strength of the Hulk, after all Alex is very quick to point out that he is strong because he can carry pumpkins. Perhaps his love of the Hulk because he likes to say don't make me angry, you would not like me when I am angry. Whatever the origin, Alex has decided that, for the time being, he is a medium boy Hulk. ~ Robert A Patton
Like the mystery of the Hulk pajamas, the origin of Alex's fascination with the tragic figure remains elusive. Alex has only seen the cartoon once for about 2 minutes, yet he seems to love all things Hulk. Perhaps his fixation with the Hulk is due to the fact that his favorite color is green. Maybe Alex identifies with the primal strength of the Hulk, after all Alex is very quick to point out that he is strong because he can carry pumpkins. Perhaps his love of the Hulk because he likes to say don't make me angry, you would not like me when I am angry. Whatever the origin, Alex has decided that, for the time being, he is a medium boy Hulk. ~ Robert A Patton
Thursday, May 8, 2003
It's Like He Owns The Place
Doesn't it look like Michael thinks he owns the place? At home that would be fine, but this was at the Schembechler's house. I think that Michael must have been confused and thought that we were at Michigan Stadium, because after all the Buckeyes do own that place.
We just returned from Dora Live!, a theatrical production at the Columbus Palace. Michael and Alex are certainly exposed to a great number of ways to kill time and have fun. Which is fine of course, as long as it is in tandem with exposure to hard work such as Michael has been doing.
~Robert A Patton
We just returned from Dora Live!, a theatrical production at the Columbus Palace. Michael and Alex are certainly exposed to a great number of ways to kill time and have fun. Which is fine of course, as long as it is in tandem with exposure to hard work such as Michael has been doing.
~Robert A Patton
Wednesday, May 7, 2003
My Happy Ball
Michael came through his appointment at Dr Zip's with flying colors. The first two extractions of blood were difficult, but the last seven were a piece of cake as you can seen. In fact, they are taking blood in this picture and you can see he is a pretty happy guy.
We find out the results of the blood test, and of the MRI he had two week before, on Monday, May 18th.
We find out the results of the blood test, and of the MRI he had two week before, on Monday, May 18th.
Monday, May 5, 2003
Do You Have Any Helper Positions Open?
As always, the Doresta Road Easter Party was a wonderful time. It is a remarkable oasis, capturing what is best about your community.
Both boys had a great time, and I captured a good photograph of each of them with rabbit of the hour. It gives me great hope that there may be an enchanting Santa picture in the making this December. ~ Robert
Both boys had a great time, and I captured a good photograph of each of them with rabbit of the hour. It gives me great hope that there may be an enchanting Santa picture in the making this December. ~ Robert
Friday, May 2, 2003
Cristopher Robbins
While we were visting Jenny's parents in California we took a quick trip to Disneyland. The boys of course loved it. Here is a picture of them with 2 of there heros: Tigger and Eyore.
Jenny's Mom wanted to do this with them before she started chemo so our timing was quite good. Chemo has now started and she is doing well, our prayers are with her. I hope you are doing well too -Robert
Jenny's Mom wanted to do this with them before she started chemo so our timing was quite good. Chemo has now started and she is doing well, our prayers are with her. I hope you are doing well too -Robert
Lets Go Get 'Em!
Another great picture from our trip to Disneyland. I know I have sent too many, so I will try to ration them soon. In this picture it looks like Buzz is holding Michael back and Michael is thinking "Let me at 'em."
Today was Michael's last day at Sunday School for this year. He made it through without any trouble at all. Alex will follow in his footsteps next year, in fact Jenny grabbed the packet today after church. She is ready to sign both boys up for 9AM Sunday session next year.
~The Pattons
Today was Michael's last day at Sunday School for this year. He made it through without any trouble at all. Alex will follow in his footsteps next year, in fact Jenny grabbed the packet today after church. She is ready to sign both boys up for 9AM Sunday session next year.
~The Pattons
Thursday, May 1, 2003
Slide On Over
I liked this picture enough that I sent it to his godparents, Bonnie and Bill. Alex liked running and then sliding on your hardwood floors. It was very theatrical. In the back of my mind, I expected that he would break out into song at any moment. If one of the gangs in West Side Story was christened the "Baby Bears" instead of the "Sharks" and "Jets" I am sure he would have. I hope all is well, Robert
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