Rook--Robinson Rules

Mom and Dad invited us to dinner to visit with Aunt JoAnn, Uncle Clark and DeeAnn Robinson. We enjoyed catching up on family matters. The most popular topic was "Rook--Robinson Rules." We had fun recounting all of the sayings popularized by Hap--the founder of the Robinson Rules Rook Dynasty.

Here are a few:
Lead 'em and weep! --
What did you do THAT for????---
I'd rather be hung for a sheep than a goat!---
Moses wept and [no one was sure what came next??]---
and my favorite, "Length is better than strength."
Add your own sayings in the comment section...

Afficionados of Robinson Rules Rook
We all voted that Austin must update the Wikipedia "Rook" site again!

Listen carefully....

"These are a few of my favorite things..."

As the song says, "these are a few of my favorite things..."

An organized desk.
It took me several hours, and four bags of trash, to clear out my desk. Look what I found, "taxes"--oh great!

Stephen Davis, on his way to "Temple Prep" class...

Hungry Birds.
I filled our bird feeder to the brim yesterday. The house finches, morning doves, spotted towhees and others came by in just a few minutes and have been busy ever since--at least when Princess isn't out chasing them away.

Princess is a sweetheart.

January 2009 Marches On

This has been a busy month. Work has concentrated the mind, as the R&R Trial Team has prepared for, and presented a case, at trial in Riverside County Superior Court. We have appreciated all the love, prayers and support. Not to mention the brownies that Ryan made recently!

Christmas "Hot Wheels" Grand Prix Results

The results are in from the 2008 Christmas "Hot Wheels" Grand Prix!
The winner is...

Katie wins, with the "K J" speedster.

It was a close finish, with Christian's car in second place.
Christian's sponsor's name "Dylan" was plastered on the back of his car

Here are the official results.

Thanks to all participants and good luck next year!

Christmas Cheer 2008 From Our Out of Town Visitors.

Dylan is all snuggly in the blanket and hat Grandma Robyn made just for him.

First presents for Dylan under the Christmas tree.

Lots of ornaments on the Christmas tree.

Austin and Rachel sing a duet. They make beautiful music together.

Katie and Christian with Dylan

Dylan already loves fast cars.
Merry Christmas and love to all our family!

Getting Ready For Christmas

We had a wonderful time at Grandpa Steve & Grandma Marion's annual Christmas party extravaganza. Thanks so much for this annual tradition--fabulous decorations and lights, toy cars for the boys, beautiful bangles for the girls, Christmas carols (we missed Ben and Josh doing "Fiiiiiiiiiive Golden Rings"), the white elephant exchange, the glorious meal--this year with Marion's "Red Velvet" cake!--and most of all, the love and family fellowship in the glow of the Savior's love.The family Christmas tree is up, and presents are magically appearing.
UFO spotted in front yard.
Actually, this is the lighted globe hanging from the strand of Christmas lights
strung across the street.

Gremlin Doggie

Brent and Debbie's newest addition, at the Turkey Trot.