Some friends of ours from All Saints moved down to Texas in the last few weeks. We will miss them a great deal! Maggie especially will miss her church buddy (and partner in loud mischief during services), James.
James is how we often get Maggie to do go to church if she's unwilling (Us: "You'll get to see James!" Maggie: "See James!") or do something while there (Us: "If you take communion, you can go play with toys with James!" Maggie: "Toys! James!"). I'm sure Maggie will also miss his bear hugs and 45-second, lip-lock kisses. :)
I don't have any of my own pictures to share. My sister, Ellie, was along at a farewell party Katie threw for James and his little friends (and us Moms), so if she ever gets the photos to me, I will share. If not, our other All Saints friends, the Schmidts, have a nice post on their family blog. The group shot of the kids (with Maggie and Susannah) is right at the top of the "Goodbye to James" post.
Showing posts with label Friends. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Friends. Show all posts
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Staying with Friends in Quincy
A couple of weeks ago, we and a couple of other families from Chicago traveled southwest in Illinois (Andy: "Good, I finally get to see the rest of the state."), past our state's capitol (Andy: "I think I saw a gold dome!"), to the home of The Cheese People. A hour or so away from Quincy, we stopped for lunch with a friend of mine who I'd met online through a Yahoo Group. We had a great time meeting in person, and I'm sorry we didn't think to take a picture together! Laura, thanks for meeting us!
On to the Quincy photos!
Dad, even though nearly all of us congregating in Quincy were or are "in the business" we still don't always slice the cheese straight. But at least we're capable of doing so if necessary.
Maggie and friend Josephine in an obligatory co-bathing shot.
Sunday, we had the privilege of visiting St. Raphael Mission. They have a lovely storefront church and were very welcoming to us and the multitude of children we brought with us.
A matinée presentation of some children's classic, complete with popcorn, followed church. (From left to right: Evalina, Sonia, Maggie, Josie)
Maggie made good use of the available art supplies.
The littlest Hanchett, Gabriella.
On to the Quincy photos!
Dad, even though nearly all of us congregating in Quincy were or are "in the business" we still don't always slice the cheese straight. But at least we're capable of doing so if necessary.
Maggie and friend Josephine in an obligatory co-bathing shot.
Sunday, we had the privilege of visiting St. Raphael Mission. They have a lovely storefront church and were very welcoming to us and the multitude of children we brought with us.
A matinée presentation of some children's classic, complete with popcorn, followed church. (From left to right: Evalina, Sonia, Maggie, Josie)
Maggie made good use of the available art supplies.
The littlest Hanchett, Gabriella.
Monday, March 3, 2008
Christopher Gary Kubat
MADISON
Christopher Gary Kubat, age 27, of Madison, passed away on Friday, Feb. 29, 2008, from injuries sustained in a traffic accident. He was born on Oct. 13, 1980, in West Allis, the son of Gary and Nancy (Voss) Kubat. Christopher was a 1999 graduate of James Madison Memorial High School. He married Virginia O'Dell on June 29, 2002, in Madison. Christopher was family oriented and enjoyed spending time with his family. He was an avid Colts fan and Badgers fan. He enjoyed sports, hunting, camping and snowmobiling. Christopher was a Polar Plunge participant and an Eagle Scout with Troop No. 420. Christopher was a member of St. Mary of Lourdes Catholic Church in Belleville. He is survived by his wife, Virginia; two children, Anna and Peyton; his parents, Gary and Nancy Kubat; a sister, Tracy (Shaun) Hall; two brothers, Jeffrey (Sarah Pabich) Kubat and Kevin Kubat; maternal grandparents, Harry (Jane) Voss; his paternal grandmother, Margaret Kubat; and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Dean (Robin) O'Dell. He is further survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Harold Kubat; Virginia's grandfather, Marvin Blizzard; a cousin; and an uncle. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 602 Everglade Drive, Madison, on Tuesday, March 4, 2008, at 10 a.m. with Monsignor Donn Heiar presiding. Burial will be in St. Andrews Catholic Cemetery in Verona. Visitation will be at the GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL HOME, 7435 University Ave., Middleton, on Monday, March 3, 2008, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Friends may also call on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until time service at the church.
Gunderson West Funeral and Cremation Centers 7435 University Ave. (608) 831-6761 www.gundersonfh.com
Christopher Gary Kubat, age 27, of Madison, passed away on Friday, Feb. 29, 2008, from injuries sustained in a traffic accident. He was born on Oct. 13, 1980, in West Allis, the son of Gary and Nancy (Voss) Kubat. Christopher was a 1999 graduate of James Madison Memorial High School. He married Virginia O'Dell on June 29, 2002, in Madison. Christopher was family oriented and enjoyed spending time with his family. He was an avid Colts fan and Badgers fan. He enjoyed sports, hunting, camping and snowmobiling. Christopher was a Polar Plunge participant and an Eagle Scout with Troop No. 420. Christopher was a member of St. Mary of Lourdes Catholic Church in Belleville. He is survived by his wife, Virginia; two children, Anna and Peyton; his parents, Gary and Nancy Kubat; a sister, Tracy (Shaun) Hall; two brothers, Jeffrey (Sarah Pabich) Kubat and Kevin Kubat; maternal grandparents, Harry (Jane) Voss; his paternal grandmother, Margaret Kubat; and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Dean (Robin) O'Dell. He is further survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Harold Kubat; Virginia's grandfather, Marvin Blizzard; a cousin; and an uncle. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 602 Everglade Drive, Madison, on Tuesday, March 4, 2008, at 10 a.m. with Monsignor Donn Heiar presiding. Burial will be in St. Andrews Catholic Cemetery in Verona. Visitation will be at the GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL HOME, 7435 University Ave., Middleton, on Monday, March 3, 2008, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Friends may also call on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until time service at the church.
Gunderson West Funeral and Cremation Centers 7435 University Ave. (608) 831-6761 www.gundersonfh.com
Sunday, March 2, 2008
Memory Eternal
My high school friend, Virginia, recently lost her husband in a car accident. The accident was caused by a semi driver who lost control of his vehicle on an icy road.
Chris Kubat passed away February 29, 2008.His young family will miss him dearly.
May his memory be eternal.
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Andria's Big Test
My friend since high school, Andria, came for a visit in order to take a big test (have you found out how you did yet?). She and I went out for cake and coffee at Taste of Heaven -- it was delicious. If you ever go, get their Jeanine Cake or the Lemon Cloud Cake. Amazing.
Then Maggie made sure Andria brushed her teeth,
and tucked her into bed with a story. It took some convincing to get Maggie to leave the bed and let Andria get some sleep.
Thanks for visiting, Andria!
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Speaking of Moving
This is our friend Jordan who helped us numerous times while we were moving -- packing and unpacking boxes, holding kids so I could pack and unpack boxes. Thank you, Jordan! (We still have some boxes to unpack if you want to come back....)
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