Problems

For some reason, many of you haven't been able to access the blog... While I try to figure it out (any suggestions?), it's back to public access...

My goal recently has been to do something memorable every weekend as a family. I know--profound and insightful, right? It's just that now the boys are getting older (maybe 3 and 1 don't quite qualify as "old" ages to you, but they do to me...), I want them to have a history of special memories with their fam. You know, so they'll learn to like their nice ole parents and want to listen to us when they are teens. I can hope. And to Colin's dismay, I don't count sitting around watching the NFL Draft as a "special memory." Sorry. I'm a big zoo lover, especially the NC one (as I've mentioned multiple times already on this blog), and this time we dragged my sister, Matt & Carson along for the fun. It was hot, it was crowded, and it was fun. Thanks for joining us, Allison clan!

Driving a safari jeep. This kid will love Disney one day.

He had so much fun on the carousel a couple of weekends ago--I had to let him try it again.

Thomas didn't know what to make of Carson's affection.

All three boys checking out the chimps.

Driving home... sugar rush post-Wendy's frosty...

A tad worn out, no?

Scared by a recent Oprah episode (love or hate her--the woman offers useful info sometimes...), I'm going to make this blog private... That way, I can post pictures and personal information without fear. I'd LOVE to have you stick with us, so leave a comment or e-mail me with your e-mail address, and I'll send you an invitation to read. I'll make the change within a few days. Thanks!

Update--OK, I wanted to clarify. The show was focused on online predators, but a police sergeant was also featured... here's some of what what he said:

http://www.oprah.com/article/oprahshow/20090220-tows-online-safety/3

That's enough to make me a little wary. So give me your e-mail (don't assume I have it please) if you want to continue seeing photos of my beautiful boys & hearing about their exploits!

He is Risen!

We have indeed had a happy Easter... The boys enjoyed their baskets (compliments of the Easter Bunny & Omi/Opi!)... Will has gorged on chocolate and marshmallows (other than that, he's consumed a roll and a yogurt. All day.)... We celebrated Jesus' resurrection at our church... Friends came over and joined us for lunch and an egg hunt... Colin got to watch the Masters... A sunny, warm, beautiful day--Hope yours was too!

It's a miracle--we're all looking. Even Spiderman.

Quite the artist.

He loved his marshmallow bunnies...

Showing off the goods.

Another fun-filled family outing (can't say that about every excursion we take, but this one truly was a hit!) We spent Friday morning at this fantastic park that had a petting zoo, aquarium, mini golf, playgrounds, paddle boats, mini-zoo, carousel and train ride. Can't believe we haven't checked this out sooner!

Somehow it was Will's first time on a carousel, and he LOVED it--as in giggled the whole time.

Thomas had a thing for the racoon.

All three men enjoyed golf...

Meet the newest G...

She's yet to be named (though we do have several options in mind), and she won't be here until early May...but it's time for the Gallahans to introduce a canine into the mix. Our first family pet, & I can't wait!