The Updike's

Garrett, Lily and I were so lucky that we were able to enjoy "2" Thanksgiving dinners. One with his family (which I failed to get pictures at . . . ) and one with my family! (Thanks Jed for the great pictures!) Both gatherings were absolutely wonderful! Lily watching her Mickey Mouse Clubhouse before we head to Grandpa and Grandma Crossley's. Isn't Thanksgiving day all about lounging and eating all day? ~ The Crossly family waiting anxiously for the wonderful Thanksgiving Dinner to start. One of the most famous Crossley "after dinner traditions" is the annual basketball throw down. Over the years it has generated concussions, pulled groins and there may have even been a knee surgery... Definitely serious business and very competitive. This year, the boys had to clear the court of the snow -- as you might guess, this game is played rain or shine, sun or snow. Though you may see some shorts and t-shirts, it was bitterly cold... the guys were just trying t...

Last week, we were so lucky to spend the week in Oklahoma visiting Garrett's family. Everyone in the family was able to come, so we had a lot of fun. It was especially great for Lily get to spend time with her cousins and grandparents. But before we get to that, take a look at this... Obviously, this is a stuffed Gorilla . . . but to Lily it is "Geppeddo, the Kitty Cat." My parents have a black cat named "Geppeddo," and for whatever reason Lily thought this gorilla was that same black cat. It was rather amusing! She absolutely loved it! She carried it around and even slept with it every night. While at Grandpa and Grandma Updike's, Lily slept in the same room as Garrett and me. One morning we woke up to Lily saying, "Geppeddo - so funny!!!" It really was so cute! And when Grandpa turns on the computer videos, the kiddos can't get enough "Grandpa Time" ! Grandma Updike spoiled all of her grandkids with matching Christmas outf...

Yep, the Updike name will live on... and you might hear it a lot on the SportsCenter Top 10.