Hi Everyone, You can see Elizabeth in her drum major get up at the link below. She is in the "Full Band" and the "Drum Majors" proofs.(http://www.lhband.org/current/lastingmemories.html)
Moe
Monday, August 27, 2007
Sunday, August 12, 2007
The Churchill Downs Experience (more tame than the KY Derby)
As most of you may know, I recently moved to Louisville! Steven helped me move down and we made a trip to the bourbon distilleries, Lincoln's Boyhood home, and Churchill Downs and had a great time. Now that Hanley Central is working, I figured I should start contributing.
For those of you who don't know, Churchill Downs is the sight of the Kentucky Derby each May. There are three sides to the Derby: 1) The infamous wild infield...Described as Kentucky's Mardi Gras, and quite a unique experience 2) The sun dresses, big hats, and elegant side, or 3) Sit at home and watch the best 2 minutes in a horse race....Plus more...the mint juleps, festivals, twin spires, and the history.
It's a fun place to go and bet on horses, Steve and I had, and I try to do more often when there are races. Even the most simple 2$ bet turns into a good time, even when you win big on an accidental bet. (hehe, that was fun!)
As a recent work outing, we went to the track in Millionaire's Row (Yes, I actually have fun at work and work outings! I even learned to sail at one a few weeks ago!) We ate lunch and made bets in the same room where Queen Elizabeth stayed this past Derby! I could feel the British Royalty rubbing off on me, and came out winning a few dollars by the end of the day. Hopefully y'all can enjoy the pictures and get an experience for yourself. Else, you might actually have to come visit me some day!
The view up there is quite amazing, and more pictures can be seen in the link below:
http://picasaweb.google.com/kjhanley25/ChurchillDownsMillionaireSRow
Cheers,
Kenny
Sunday, August 5, 2007
Kevin, Deb, Kim, and David back from the river
I will christen my first ever bog entry by saying this is a great idea.
We had perfect weather every day up at the river. David rode his bike around the Wakeley Lake area and discovered a path that comes right down to Goodar road. So Kevin and I took a hike in to the lake from the cabin. It is an hour and 50 minute hike in to the lake. I can't believe we have been going up there for all these years and never knew you could walk right in from the cabin!
Kevin and I were almost run over in the crosswalk in downtown Gaylord. I injured my hand pretty badly as Kevin pulled me out of the way of the van. We were so shaken by the incident that we left after reporting it at the police station. We weren't going to report it, because the van sped away and we didn't have any information. But, a woman who was at the stop light was so alarmed by it that she chased the vehicle and got the license number. Then she tracked Kevin and I down later and handed us the information. I am glad she did, because I felt better afterwards. They were able to track to vehicle to a local health supply business and they were going to pay the business a visit.
Kim and Derek were up for a short time, then they headed off to Chicago for Lallapalooza (sp?). Derek brought paint ball up and he and David and David's friends seemed to have a blast in the 90+ heat. David had friends from high school and friends from college up. I am not used to cooking for large crowds (and large boys), but I managed. David fly fished for the first time. By the way he has been fishing every week this summer with friends after work. Now he can add fly fishing to his repertoire.
As usual, we took no pictures or video the entire time. It is unfortunate that we have no shutter bugs in our group. Just imagine everyone relaxing, reading a lot, kayaking, shooting archery, going on walks, watching the canoe race, fly fishing, biking, running, sewing, playing Euchre, playing paintball, oh and golfing.
When we returned to Kalamazoo yesterday, we discovered deer had eaten every tomato and leaf off our one tomato plant, as well as every leaf off every hosta in our garden. Compared to years past, we got off easy.
We had perfect weather every day up at the river. David rode his bike around the Wakeley Lake area and discovered a path that comes right down to Goodar road. So Kevin and I took a hike in to the lake from the cabin. It is an hour and 50 minute hike in to the lake. I can't believe we have been going up there for all these years and never knew you could walk right in from the cabin!
Kevin and I were almost run over in the crosswalk in downtown Gaylord. I injured my hand pretty badly as Kevin pulled me out of the way of the van. We were so shaken by the incident that we left after reporting it at the police station. We weren't going to report it, because the van sped away and we didn't have any information. But, a woman who was at the stop light was so alarmed by it that she chased the vehicle and got the license number. Then she tracked Kevin and I down later and handed us the information. I am glad she did, because I felt better afterwards. They were able to track to vehicle to a local health supply business and they were going to pay the business a visit.
Kim and Derek were up for a short time, then they headed off to Chicago for Lallapalooza (sp?). Derek brought paint ball up and he and David and David's friends seemed to have a blast in the 90+ heat. David had friends from high school and friends from college up. I am not used to cooking for large crowds (and large boys), but I managed. David fly fished for the first time. By the way he has been fishing every week this summer with friends after work. Now he can add fly fishing to his repertoire.
As usual, we took no pictures or video the entire time. It is unfortunate that we have no shutter bugs in our group. Just imagine everyone relaxing, reading a lot, kayaking, shooting archery, going on walks, watching the canoe race, fly fishing, biking, running, sewing, playing Euchre, playing paintball, oh and golfing.
When we returned to Kalamazoo yesterday, we discovered deer had eaten every tomato and leaf off our one tomato plant, as well as every leaf off every hosta in our garden. Compared to years past, we got off easy.
Friday, August 3, 2007
Will Already Looking for Change in Couch
At three months of age, Will has already learned where to look for cash. He pulled himself out of his lounge chair (the boppy) and into the cushions. It looks like homeland security will have to tighten up!Friday, July 27, 2007
Balinese Monkey Successfully Removed From Kate Hanley's Back
On July 14th Kate returned home from an 8 day business trip to Bali, Indonesia. Despite the travel trauma, she had a nice time and was able to take a few days to see the sites. She literally travelled AROUND the world. Here are her airport connections to and from Bali: Detroit > Los Angeles > Honk Kong, China (she took a shower at the airport there) > Kuala Lumpur, Malayasia > Bali, Indonesia > (and after a cancelled flight on her return trip she continued going West) > Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia > Amsertdam, Netherlands > Detroit.
Check out some of her pictures:
Friday, July 13, 2007
The Newest Floegel Member
Hi Everyone, Some of you already know this but I thought I'd include a picture. During our trip to Michigan we came across the cutest puppy and made the decision to purchase her. She is now an 8 week old beagle whom we have named "Erin". (Some of you know that for a few days she was called "Brady". That name was just too confusing with calling one of our other dogs "Bailey".)
Anyway, she is an excellent traveler having made her first and only trip on an airplane. She slept under the seat the entire flight! She is housebroken already and is enjoying the back yard with Guinness and Bailey. She has learned to sit on command and has almost mastered "lay down". Moe
Thursday, May 31, 2007
Tim and Andrea are Engaged!
Ceremony: 10/25/2007 @ 12:00 AMReception: 10/25/2007 @ 12:00 AMWhere: Las Vegas, NV US
We are getting married in Las Vegas on Thursday October 25, 2007 in a private ceremony. You are welcome to join us for dinner following. We will be in Vegas to celebrate our marriage from October 23-27. Let us know if you would like to join us during our stay. Tim and Andrea
Saturday, May 19, 2007
Saturday, May 5, 2007
Steve and Kate Hanley are Wed
Kate and Steve's wedding on May 5, 2007 was full of friendship, happiness, and love. The event was an extravagantly planned gathering of the Millson and Hanley families in Windsor Canada.
Wedding pictures are online at: http://www.pbase.com/path/katestevewedding
Their honeymoon to Walt Disney world in Orlando, Florida can also be viewed here:
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
New Little Man! (Will Hanley)
We wanted to let you let you all know about our new little addition!! He's 6Lbs 8 Oz and 20 inches long and loves photographs. Lauren is doing great, her water broke @ 4:30 AM and she was induced @8:30 AM. Thanks so much for all of your e-mails and kind wishes- He loves the attention! All our best, Ryan and Lauren
Friday, March 9, 2007
Kathleen and Brandon are Engaged!
Brandon proposed to me earlier today, March 8. We had lunch at one of our favorite picnic spots – Lake Lily. After lunch, we took a walk around the lake where he read me a love letter he had written. At the end of the letter he asked me to be his wife and he got down on one knee and proposed. It was absolutely beautiful. We are both very happy.
Here's how it happened: Last Thursday he picked me up and took me on a picnic at one of our favorite spots - Lake Lily. It was a late lunch - we got to the park around 2 and there must have been a birthday party at the gazebo near where we were sitting that started at 3 so it wasn't long before there were a bunch of kids running by and it started to get noisy. In the meantime I was cross-stitching and Brandon was reading (or at least trying to). After a while Brandon said that it was too noisy so we decided to put the stuff in the car and take a walk around the lake. On the opposite side of the lake from where the gazebo was, we stopped and sat on a bench. He told me that he had written a letter to me so he got that out of his backpack and read it to me. In the letter was a poem. Halfway through the poem he starts saying "I want to always be with you, in this life and beyond. I promise to lead you, to comfort you at your side. I promise to be your love, with whom you can confide. I promise to... I promise to.." At this point I'm thinking "ohmygosh ohmygosh" and we both start to cry. At the end he says "These things I offer to you, if you would have them as my wife. (he gets down on one knee) Kathleen Elizabeth Floegel, will you marry me?"Of course I said yes so we spent about half an hour just enjoying the moment before going to 7-11 and getting slurpees :) And the rest is history. :) I still can't stop smiling. :)
Here's how it happened: Last Thursday he picked me up and took me on a picnic at one of our favorite spots - Lake Lily. It was a late lunch - we got to the park around 2 and there must have been a birthday party at the gazebo near where we were sitting that started at 3 so it wasn't long before there were a bunch of kids running by and it started to get noisy. In the meantime I was cross-stitching and Brandon was reading (or at least trying to). After a while Brandon said that it was too noisy so we decided to put the stuff in the car and take a walk around the lake. On the opposite side of the lake from where the gazebo was, we stopped and sat on a bench. He told me that he had written a letter to me so he got that out of his backpack and read it to me. In the letter was a poem. Halfway through the poem he starts saying "I want to always be with you, in this life and beyond. I promise to lead you, to comfort you at your side. I promise to be your love, with whom you can confide. I promise to... I promise to.." At this point I'm thinking "ohmygosh ohmygosh" and we both start to cry. At the end he says "These things I offer to you, if you would have them as my wife. (he gets down on one knee) Kathleen Elizabeth Floegel, will you marry me?"Of course I said yes so we spent about half an hour just enjoying the moment before going to 7-11 and getting slurpees :) And the rest is history. :) I still can't stop smiling. :)
Love, Kathleen
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