Pictures Are Here

I got the Proof Book with all of the pictures taken at Andrew's 2 year picture shoot.  I've posted a few that I scanned last night.   I'm taking the book down to Bryan and Shannon's tomorrow so they can pick out a pose for the 11 x 14 that we are giving them for Christmas.  It will be a black and white and then hand tinted like the ones I had done of Megan and Nathan when they were two.  It's going to be a tough decision because there are several really good pictures of Andrew that would be great as his portrait.  I'll post the one the choose later this week.

I'm going to get 3  4 x 6's (1 of each child) for a frame I bought for my parents for Christmas.  I'll get a 5 x 7 of each of them for my collection and I'll let my sister pick out what she wants, too.  I'm getting a free 8 x 10 and I think I'll let Bryan and Shannon pick out one of the pictures with all three kids together and give that to them as well.

This afternoon, we are going to the 80th Birthday Celebration for Dennis' mentor and first boss, Milt Lockett.  Dennis started working for Milt when he was in college and stayed working in his office for 9 years before going out on his own.  We have to give this man credit for helping us achieve the life we have today.  Milt inspired Dennis to open his own office when he decided to partially retire.  At that time, he turned over about 30% of his regular business to Dennis which gave him a HUGE start.  It enabled me to quit my job and stay home with Bryan and then with Cari when she was born a few years later. 

When we were first married and really struggling financially, every once in a while, Milt would give Dennis an envelope with $50 in it and tell him, "Take Kathy out to dinner."  He was always so thoughtful and kind to both of us.  More like a Dad than a boss.

We are really looking forward to seeing him today and paying tribute to such a great guy!  Happy Birthday, Milt!