Pour a nice glass of wine and drink up while you enjoy some pictures from this holiday season.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
12.26.2008
Merry Christmas
Christmas morning at the Janezic house. John, Jacob, and Jingle enjoy a moment together under the tree. Merry Christmas.
12.24.2008
Christmas Eve
Here's a little video montage from Christmas Eve at the Cirino home. Austin could not have been a happier baby. :-)
12.13.2008
Test Drive
Jacob took the new ride out for a spin. After strapping in it was all downhill from there.
Let the snowboarding season begin!
Let the snowboarding season begin!
12.09.2008
Knock at the door
The knock on our door this morning was from Santa's helpers at UPS. This was vastly different than the knock on the door at the Blagojevich home this morning.
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas!
12.08.2008
2008 IEA WAC
This is the look of Jack at work. The shirt, sport coat, and pants work well together...but what's with the look on my face?
I now sympathize with all those stars with respect to the paparazzi. Thankfully for all of us this presentation wasn't made at the beach in a thong!
I now sympathize with all those stars with respect to the paparazzi. Thankfully for all of us this presentation wasn't made at the beach in a thong!
12.01.2008
Now that we've lost one tooth...
It must be time for the boys to take up SNOWBOARDING!
The gear is on the way. Look out below.
A quick vid of what the j-boys will be riding...
11.24.2008
The grill
We ended the year with a rather large tailgate extravaganza. Hot chocolate, hot dogs, pizza, sweet potato caserole, turkey breasts and beef tenderloin... not to mention a few beers and a fire pit to round out the affair.
In the end it was the Wildcats winning big over Illanoy. While we don't know yet exactly where the Cats are heading this bowl season, we do know that the Illini are heading home.
It was great home season and we're already looking forward to next fall - more football, friends, and fun.
Go Cats!
In the end it was the Wildcats winning big over Illanoy. While we don't know yet exactly where the Cats are heading this bowl season, we do know that the Illini are heading home.
It was great home season and we're already looking forward to next fall - more football, friends, and fun.
Go Cats!
11.12.2008
Jacob's Tooth
There was a battle between Jacob's tooth and the bathroom counter top. It was a draw.
Both Jacob's tooth and the countertop chipped.
Ouch.
Both Jacob's tooth and the countertop chipped.
Ouch.
11.01.2008
2008 Halloween
The day started in school with presentations as historical figures and ended with historical amounts of candy. The boys hit the streets for three hours and rounded up over 150 pieces of candy each. It's only a matter of time that their teeth resemble the teeth of the pumpkins they carved.
Trick or treat.
Trick or treat.
10.31.2008
Benjamin Franklin
Jacob presented as Benjamin Franklin. I appears that the President has at least one fan in the class. :-)
2008 Halloween
Johnny Appleseed made an appearance at Woodscreek Elementary school. John also had duty as an MC for his classroom's presentations.
10.13.2008
Twins (again)
For the last couple of years coaches and parents of their friends have counted on Jacob being the one with the glasses. That difference came to an end today.
Seeing that Jacob needed glasses it was only a matter of time before the 'benefit' of sharing of the same genes paid off for John.
In case you're wondering, John was really excited to get glasses.
Seeing that Jacob needed glasses it was only a matter of time before the 'benefit' of sharing of the same genes paid off for John.
In case you're wondering, John was really excited to get glasses.
Stay on the porch
If you can't handle playing with the twins, then you better just plan on staying on the porch. Jake suffered a bloody nose at the end of his visit today. Luckily none of the moms were around to overreact to his predicament.
Final score:
Twins 0
Jake 1
Final score:
Twins 0
Jake 1
Purple Foam
Purple Foam
Originally uploaded by J-Travels
10.12.2008
Go U NU
The Janezic boys were ready for game time. Unfortunately the Wildcats weren't quite as ready. After spotting the Spartans a few points (17!) the Wildcats did their best but the margin held.
Oh well. We had fun.
Oh well. We had fun.
10.07.2008
9.29.2008
Updated Standings
You just can't count on those Badgers! The Wolverines managed to pull out a victory but Penn State delivered as promised. An Illinois team resides at the bottom of the standings and it feels good to see it's the Illini!
Go CATS
Go CATS
9.27.2008
Seeing is Believing
I've captured the Big10 standings as of this afternoon.
I'll be sure to update the post after Michigan and Illinois lose!
Go Cats!
9.21.2008
2008 Millenium Park
2008 Millenium Park
Originally uploaded by J-Travels
NU vs Ohio
While the Wildcats didn't play their best game of the year they managed to remain undefeated. The weather this week could not have been more different than last week's monsoon.
Enjoy the pictures.
Go CATS!
Enjoy the pictures.
Go CATS!
Down at the Park
Hey! I found some photos on Lisa's camera that weren't previously posted. When Lisa's folks were in town we took them downtown for a picnic lunch at Millenium Park. We wandered down to Buckingham fountain... it was the first time Hank and Marge were there in 50 years.
As you can see it was a great day in Chicago.
As you can see it was a great day in Chicago.
9.14.2008
NU vs SIU
Lesser fans would have stayed home in the comfort of their flooded basements. We ventured out into the eye of the storm.
The pancakes and the sausage 'McMuffins' were a hit. The bloody marys didn't hurt the cause. Overall the tailgate was a success.
On the way to Evanston Lisa said, 'they better win this game or I'll be pissed.' The Wildcats delivered.
As for our commute home, luckily it only required two portages.
The pancakes and the sausage 'McMuffins' were a hit. The bloody marys didn't hurt the cause. Overall the tailgate was a success.
On the way to Evanston Lisa said, 'they better win this game or I'll be pissed.' The Wildcats delivered.
As for our commute home, luckily it only required two portages.
9.09.2008
Tuesday Night is Boy's Night
Stock up on the frozen pizza!
Today (tonight) marks the beginning of yet another academic chapter in Lisa's life. For some reason (actually several) she's decided to pursue a doctoral degree and tonight is the first night along that pathway.
There are two words that I didn't ever expect to string together - Doctor Janezic.
Today (tonight) marks the beginning of yet another academic chapter in Lisa's life. For some reason (actually several) she's decided to pursue a doctoral degree and tonight is the first night along that pathway.
There are two words that I didn't ever expect to string together - Doctor Janezic.
Kudos to Lisa.
9.02.2008
9.01.2008
2008 Labor Day Party
This day could have been properly named 'pass the baby' day. Austin didn't complain too much about all of the attention but I do believe that Jingle felt a little left out. Once again the Janezic home successfully entertained the masses and somehow there aren't any leftovers... again!
See you all on Thanksgiving.
See you all on Thanksgiving.
8.27.2008
Fourth Grade
The boys were off to school for the first day for the fifth time.
This year they had to line up at the back of the school. Apparently once you're big enough to be in fourth grade you're big enough to scare the kindergärtners!
Good luck boys with another year of exploration and education.
This year they had to line up at the back of the school. Apparently once you're big enough to be in fourth grade you're big enough to scare the kindergärtners!
Good luck boys with another year of exploration and education.
8.10.2008
2008 Camp Edwards - Pick Up Day
The boys are back home after a full week at camp.
As for how their week went....
No cuts.
A few bug bites.
A couple of girl's phone numbers.
Tons of great memories.
The boys are already asking about next year.
As for how their week went....
No cuts.
A few bug bites.
A couple of girl's phone numbers.
Tons of great memories.
The boys are already asking about next year.
8.05.2008
When the kids are away...
The parents went out and played. Lisa and I hit the links for a day of R&R. While any day on the golf course is better than a day at the office our round at Oak Grove Golf Course in Harvard seriously challenged that mantra. www.oakgrovegolfcourse.com
We've agreed to not add up the scores for the round and move on to dinner at Le Petite Creperie in Woodstock to ensure that we remember this day fondly. Crepes and wine make most things just fine. www.lapetitecreperie.net
8.03.2008
Aug 03 2008 - Dog days of camp
Aug 03 2008 - Dog days of camp
Originally uploaded by J-Travels
Oh well, Calvin had Hobbes and they seemed to have many marvelous adventures.
Aug 03 2008 - Camp Drop Off
Aug 03 2008 - Camp Drop Off
Originally uploaded by J-Travels
We dropped the boys off at camp today. Boy were they surprised to find out that we were dropping them off for an entire month!
As long as the mosquitoes don't carry them off they're sure to have a great time. In the mean time I hope they enjoy the bug juice. For more information where and how the boys will be spending their days, visit the website at http://www.campedwards.org/ .
7.28.2008
A Diamond by Any Other Name
Is just not Neil. Lisa and I celebrated a night of feeling young again. This is not because we were lifted from our seats and dancing in the aisles, but rather because we were young compared to the rest of the audience.
How do we know we weren't like the rest of the audience:
1. Jack was not wearing Aqua Velva.
2. Lisa did not wear a crocheted tank top.
3. No $35 dollar concert shirts or $20 large font program for us... we spent our hard earned cash on alcohol.
4. We walked the stairs (in both directions!) to our seats... no Rascal queue at the elevator for us.
5. We needed several trips to the facilities during the two hour show. Next time we'll follow the geriatric lead and sport our Depends.
7.19.2008
View from the tube
Because grandma didn't feel comfortable getting out on the tube I decided that video was the next best thing. Hold on!
Glen Lake
A view from on board the boat. John and Katherine logged in the most time in/on the tube. Jacob and Andrew made sure that all the provisions were safe for consumption. Luckily the boys don't like the taste of beer so at least Tim and I knew we wouldn't die from dehydration. As for Anna and Lisa they struggled to stay awake...Anna lost that battle.
7.18.2008
Hunting for ...
While in the Gulf of Mexico the boys were on the hunt for shells and other wonders. On the coast of Michigan the boys sought the elusive rock. Who knew rock hunting could be so fun?
Land's End Catalog
The models in the recent Land's End catalog have nothing over the nautically inspired John. On a side note, the cover of this month's Land's End catalog features the instructors at the Chicago Yacht Club. Andrew and Katherine recognized their sailing instructors in the issue. At the Janezic house we're always happy that the boys' camp counselors aren't featured on Cops.
Nordic slide
The Lestingi family took to the Nordic slide at Crystal Mountain. Thrill averse Andrew nearly wore out the brakes on his downhill run. On a positive note he handled Anna's mocking like a 'real man'.
7.17.2008
Golf Partners
While Tim and Lisa tried to get Mary Jo and me to share the same cart it just wasn't meant to be. After all it wouldn't be fair to either of them to have to compete with this dynamic duo.
MJ shot an incredible opening 9 and luckily she doesn't care about the score on the back nine. A good time was had by all (even if the scores didn't show it!).
MJ shot an incredible opening 9 and luckily she doesn't care about the score on the back nine. A good time was had by all (even if the scores didn't show it!).
7.06.2008
Martha, Karen, and Doug
We decided to host an impromptu party at our house this weekend. As a surprise to Martha (who turns 89 this week), Karen and Doug showed up for a surprise mini-reunion. Based upon the lack of left-overs all of the guests seemed to have a really good time.
Happy Summer and Happy Birthday to Martha.
Happy Summer and Happy Birthday to Martha.
6.24.2008
Vacation ending
We were scheduled to fly out of Clearwater on Monday night at 7:30 and ultimately flew out at 4:30 Tuesday morning. On the positive side, the flight was otherwise uneventful. When given the choice it's always better for the final flight to be messed up as opposed to the first flight. Ultimately I had to return to work one day later...bummer, I know.
It's good to be back and the dog is happy to be home from the kennel. He's almost unrecognizable after a thorough grooming. (And he looks about half his original size!)
6.22.2008
Saturday Sunset
After enjoying our seafood and a quick drive back to our hotel we were able to make it to the beach 'just in time' for a short stroll down the beach at sunset. The boys really enjoyed searching for sand dollars and other shells. Vacation is almost over. Hopefully the weather will be better tomorrow and we'll be able to enjoy the sun and sand.
6.21.2008
Building Mussels
Jacob consumed his weight in mussels at the Phillippi Creek Village Restaurant. Both boys were intrigued by the oyster shucking at the next table but didn't seem interested enough to try them!
Restaurant site: www.creekseafood.com/index.htm
Restaurant site: www.creekseafood.com/index.htm
Dinner!
6.18.2008
Last Rides
lunch
Epcot
While the clouds built nothing even materialized...I guess that's just part of the Disney magic. We had a wonderful day eating our way around Epcot. Tomorrow we're off to Disney's Hollywood Studios for our encore performance.
6.17.2008
Epcot - DONE!
Okay, 12 1/2 hours at any place, even one of Walt's magical places is enough for any family. We logged in a full day at Disney's Epcot and literally ate our way around the world. It should be noted that while I'd like to be uploading the tons of pictures and videos that I've shot on this trip my internet connection just isn't strong enough to handle that request. In short, you've been saved from endless slideshows and shaky videos... you're welcome.
Tomorrow we're back to Hollywood Studios to hit the attractions that we somehow didn't get to the first time we visited...plus we'll be sure to ride Rock-n-Roller Coaster and Tower of Terror again, and again, and again....
Hello from Orlando
6.16.2008
Mickey Free day
Much to the chagrin of Walt & Co., today was a Mickey Free day. After 3 consecutive days at the parks we took a day to experience Orlando. We went for Cuban sandwiches and then a canoe trip in a state park. The Wekiwa Springs state park has a spring fed swimming hole and a river that feeds into the St. Joe river. The spring was full of fish, turtles, and even a river otter or two. We luckily got off the river before the rather large thunderstorm broke. Unfortunately, we weren't able to go swimming due to all the lightning. Maybe we'll return another day (or maybe we won't).
'Chinese to Go' was dinner tonight. An early bedtime for the boys was on order to hit Epcot when the doors open.
6.15.2008
Birthday boys
To infinity...
6.14.2008
Disney adventure
6.13.2008
What ride are we on?
I asked Jacob a simple question and he gave me:
1. a simple answer
2. clear directions
1. a simple answer
2. clear directions
Chips!
Finding Nemo?
I took this photo and posted it from my phone. Okay, the built in camera is definitely not up to snuff for photographing action in low lighting. Nonetheless we enjoyed the show after a full day of adventure in Disney's Animal Kingdom.
We're back at our condo and the boys are going to hit the pool while Lisa sneaks in a nap. bfn
6.12.2008
The Janezics have landed
After a rather pleasant flight on an airline that nobody has ever heard of before, we landed at St. Petersburg - Clearwater airport. The luggage carousel was spitting out luggage within 15 minutes of landing...a benefit of a six gate airport. Okay, six gates is an exaggeration in that all the 'gates' are on the tarmack and everybody enters throught the same door. We definitely recommend USA3000 (www.usa3000.com) as an airline to consider for your travels from Chicago to Florida.
Our accomodations are quite nice. We're in a two bedroom two bath condo development. While the reservations that Lisa booked were not in the system (even after repeated requests by me for her to call and confirm) they were able to accomodate us... and at a price lower than we had originally planned. Seeing that we thought we booked at $99 a night this seems to be quite a deal ... so far.
It's about 11:30 local time. The boys have finally gone to bed. I hope they don't oversleep and cause us to miss our first day at a Disney property (fat chance!). We're heading to Animal Kingdom to ease ourselves into the experience. Good night. Check back for photos and video.
6.08.2008
Jun 07 2008 - Austin
Jun 07 2008 - Austin
Originally uploaded by J-Travels
Austin
Jun 07 2008 - VID00076
Originally uploaded by J-Travels
Sounds like it was time for a diaper change!
Congratulations Dave and Kristin.
5.29.2008
5.27.2008
The MVC and his Fan Club
John performed well with an audience of three. Al and Celeste made the trip out to the ball field and John played well enough to earn player of the game accolades. Great work John... keep it up!
5.25.2008
May 25 2008 - John on the tee
May 25 2008 - John on the tee
Originally uploaded by J-Travels
May 25 2008 - Jacob takes a rip at it
May 25 2008 - Jacob takes a rip
Originally uploaded by J-Travels
5.14.2008
Art Show 2008
John had a piece in the District 47 art show for the second year in a row. In this photo he welcomes you to the Lakeside Center which served as the gallery site again this year. Enjoy the show.
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