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Rachael's Holiday Party 2002
Our Hosts
Alex, Damian and Rachael.
The latkes were terrific. Crisp,
crunchy and soft in the middle, just like they should be. Also, thin and small
enough to grab when her back is turned. We couldn't figure out how she did it so
fast and so well with her small fry pan.
Some of these pictures are a scream and you will enjoy them especially if you can laugh at yourself.
(This is not an obscure reference. One of you
will figure it out... I promise.)
The art project this year required major logistics to bring about.
Between genius, inspiration and high technology, the
event was fun and meaningful. (The two traits I most often
associate with Rachael.)
Every family unit was photographed in front of the tree and then received two
copies of the photo to use for the project. Rachael supplied the genius,
inspiration and art supplies and I brought the electronics. Together, everyone
made great mementos of the evening.
(As usual, click on the
little picture to see the big picture.)
As is usually the case nowadays, children dictate our social schedule.
It helps when they're cute doing it. |
First time I've seen Bill and Sheila since the baby arrived. I only
saw the baby once, when he was still a part of Mommy.
The Unofficial Bill and Sheila Holiday Project Portrait.
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Cousins Bruce and Gail from Glenview. (That is
outside of Chicago for "you know who you are") |
A set of three photos of the family. This is the formal one. |
One of the advantages of a high speed camera (Fuji
S2) with a great flash (SB-80DX) is that you can get moments
others miss. |
There is no other way to capture these little moments that only Paparazzi
seem to nail.
You go, girl! |
"Hey Mom, want a chip?"
I did this with the artistic brush stroke filter. Cool, huh! |
No question about it. This young fellow wins the "George Zimmer
Best Dressed Kid in the Place" award.
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Bill did a good job as Crayon Monitor. |
Yep, the boys are back in town. |
The cook. (And the smile we all love!) |
He is not as tough as he looks. Inside that camo uniform is a heart of
a marshmallow. That's Good, by the way! |
"No Way." "Can't be."Sorry guys, but Rachael sets the rules.
This is her project. Deal with it. |
"By George, I think they've got it!" |
Oh my, is this little one going to become a real
"Guy!" or what?
(Can't wait so watch this. Sort of the same
excitement I feel when I think of Damian and Alex outnumbered 2 to 2 come
April. He He!)
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The place is crawling, wall to wall with mommy's and kids. If
you like chaos, this place is for you. |
The "Retired Gal's"
Nice people with good art sense.
("Retired" ain't as glamorous as you might think.)
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It takes some work but it is worth it when you can get all three
Skinner boys smiling at the same time.
(Wow, got Mom and Dad, too!) |
Everybody gets into it. |
The official Sheila and Bill Holiday Project Portrait. |
A sample of the finished project. No voting... everyone's a winner! |
12/07/02
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