Christmas Recap

Kenny reading his favorite book "Ghost Gets Dressed" on Christmas Eve morning.




We went to my parent's house for lunch on Christmas Eve.

"Mom are you going to wipe this chocolate off my face?"


A picture of Kenny on Christmas morning in front of the tree.

Kenny clapping for Christmas.


A nice picture of Kenny and Mom



We then went to my sister's house on Christmas for lunch and to see everyone.

We had to get by the guard Yellow Lab first.


"Boy, I crack myself up."


"What? You don't think I'm funny?"





Vicky trying to find who the gift was from before the wrapping and tag was totally destroyed by Richie.


Kenny looking at his new toy. It looks like it can make lots of noise. Yaaaeeeehhhh!

Upset Steelers Fans

Well, last Sunday was a little sad in the Lyon household. We were rooting for the Steelers to make the playoffs. They needed to win and then receive some from other teams. The Steelers won but they didn't get the help they needed to squeak in. Here are some pictures from Sunday.

Kenny with his game-face on.


Rockin' his Steelers Gear - thanks Carl


Bogey was even ready for the game


Kenny flipping between games during commercial breaks.


"I cut to the left."


"I cut to the right. Touchdown!"


"Who is cuter, me or Big Ben? Don't worry I know the answer."


"A burger always tastes better after a win."


"Let's go out Dad. I can't watch these other teams lay down anymore. I need another burger. Let's go to 5-Guys."


Carl also sent Kenny a nice Southern Illinois Saluki shirt. Go SIU. Sorry the pictures aren't better. It was near nap time. This was the best I could do.



"I really need to nap Dad."

The Perfect Christmas Gift

A happy little Yankees Fan

Pre-Christmas Get Together

Last Saturday we went to Mom and Dad's house with Vicky, Rich, Becca, and Richie. We all met up with Auntie Joyce and Ed for a pre-Christmas meal. It was nice to see everyone. We need to get together more frequently. I agree with my Mum, everyone thinks too much about presents this time of year and really the best part about the Christmas season is spending time with friends and family.

Mum's Beautiful Christmas Tree


Auntie Joyce and Ed relaxing before dinner


Richie looking like he is about to get into some trouble


The best pictures I was able to get of all 3 cousins





See how involved setting them up is




Richie reading Kenny and Richie a book


Kenny tearing into the many wonderful gifts Auntie Joyce and Ed gave him. Thanks!

It's that time of year again

You need to beware of wild, roaming, rabid dogs! This one only comes out when it snows. Bogey loves catching the snow as I shovel it off the deck.

Do you see a difference?

I've been trying to lose a little bit of weight like everyone else before the holidays. I also had an ulterior motive, to get the best life insurance quote possible when we upped our coverage. So here is a picture from November 1st:



And this is a picture from today, do you see a difference?


I hope to stay about the same weight. I feel better and look better. I just need to keeping getting off my butt and doing something exercise-wise. I'll worry about this after I get a 5-Guys burger and fries (I'm only human).

Happy Retirement!

Congratulations on your first day of retirement Dad. Now you can start wearing white shoes and belts (or red), and your pants up around your chest. Go out and enjoy your retirement.