Saturday, 27 Nov 2009
Here is Olivia being…Olivia!
Did we mention she is the third child?
We love you Olivia,
Papa, Mama, Lucy, and Ella
Category: 2009
Mount Lanikai
Friday, 27 Nov 2009
While Mum was out taking advantage of the “After Thanksgivings Day Sales,” Papa, Lucy, and Olivia went on a bike riding adventure.
We rode from our home to the fire station, past Kalapawai Market, through Kailau Beach Park, and around Lanikai Loop. This was Lucy’s first “long ride” – she did a great in all areas.
Pictured right are Lucy and Olivia at the top of “Mount Lanikai,” the highest point on our ride. Fore to aft in the background a kite surfer, Flat Island, and the Ulupau Crater on KBay Marine Corps Base.
Tot Tag-Along
Sunday, 15 Nov 2009
Joy, our “Ever So Resourceful” Mother’s helper REALLY surprised us with a new “Tot Tag-Along” for her bike.
It was an immediate hit with Ella, Olivia, and Mum!
Big sister Lucy flew alongside as Joy’s wingman throughout the evolution.
Great Fun was had by ALL! Thanks Joy!
Happy 50th Anniversary Russ and Sylvia
Friday, 11 Sep 2009
Russ and Sylvia celebrating their 50th Anniversary at The Halekulani on Waikiki beach with Nicola, Lisa, and Matt.
It was a lovely evening and a good time was had by all.
Suzie, We Love and Miss You
Wednesday, 02 Sep 2009
Today is a sad day for us.
Our beloved Suzie is now with God.
She was a devoted friend and companion.
Suzie, we love and miss you.
Suzie
04 Oct 1995 – 02 Sep 2009
The Tom Miller Band
Saturday, 15 Aug 2009
JFK Class of 79 presents:
The Tom Miller Band
Some things never change!
JFK 79 Rocks!
JFK Class of 79 Reunion
Friday, 14 Aug 2009
JFK Class of 79 Reunion
After nearly three decades Papa returned to Seattle and reunited with his classmates from John F. Kennedy High School.
It was an amazingly fun weekend that went by too quickly.
Click to see the photos of the JFK Class of 79 Reunion.
Joy and the Jets
Sunday, 05 Jul 2009
Joy and the Jets
Mother’s helper Joy, transformed her convertible into a stage for the hottest new group in Kailua,
Joy and the Jets.
Happy Birthday Ella!
Sunday, 21 Jun 2009
Hooray! Ella is FIVE today.
It is hard to believe the years could pass so quickly. We are truly blessed – she is happy, healthy, full of love, and a wee bit of mischief.
Click to see the photos of Ella’s 5th Birthday party
Ella’s Morning Walk on Kailua Beach
Friday, 22 May 2009
Ahhhhh…to be young and in Hawaii – what more could a girl want?
Winter rains and blustery winds have finally given way to warm trade winds and sunny skies. Here Ella celebrates the return with an early morning walk on Kailua beach – before the heat of the day.
Early in the day the waves are small enough for Ella to go wading – she LOVES IT!
Happy Mother’s Day
Sunday, 10 May 2009
Happy Mother’s Day
Lucy’s Mother’s Day Note to Mama.
Father Daughter Dance
Saturday, 18 Apr 2009
Last evening Papa had the privilege of escorting Lucy to her first Father Daughter Dance.
The dance was held at the The Officers Club aboard Kaneohe Bay Marine Corps Base Hawaii.
Lucy wore a beautiful yellow dress, yellow hair band and white shoes that she and Mama had found for the occasion.
After dinner and a few twirls on the dance floor, Lucy told Papa: “I miss my family.” Once reunited, dancing resumed – this time in pajamas.
Olivia, a.k.a. Black Smoke
Thursday, 16 Apr 2009
Life in Kailua continues to be busy. Papa is still working long hours.
Meanwhile, Mama and her crew manage to keep things ship shape and Bristol fashion.
While most of the crew are happy enough, it seems there is always one who thinks SHE should be in charge.
Pictured left is the famous mutineer, Olivia, a.k.a. Black Smoke.
Pau Hana
Sunday, 05 Apr 2009
Yes, Ella and company are alive and well on Oahu.
However, the lack of updates over the past two weeks is because the family webmaster has been putting in some serious overtime at work.
Spring break is behind us and Lucy is back at school – her 3rd quarter report card was OUTSTANDING. Well Done, Lucy!
Ella is vocalizing more each day – often without the Passy-Muir or even covering her trach tube. As always, she is amazing.
Olivia’s personality continues to blossom. Having mastered cute, she has moved on to coy – Papa is virtually defenseless.
Pictured left are Ella and Lucy dancing on the lanai at Camp Smith’s Pau Hana.
Running Jumping Laughing
Sunday, 22 Mar 2009
Last week Ella received a Passy-Muir valve.
Her bright purple Passy-Muir valve is a one-way valve that fits over her trach tube. It enables Ella to force air through her vocal cords and out her nose and mouth.
She only uses it for short periods, as she is still getting used to breathing out according to God’s original design.