Category Archives: Silly Stuff

Facebook Conversations

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Alan

Every now & then I get into a discussion with my kids and feel the urge to share it with my Facebook friends. A friend recommended that I write them down and put them in a book. While this SOUNDS … Continue reading →

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The Old Folks

Posted on July 20, 2014 by Alan

The old folks in the family… – at Grandma & Grandpa Layton’s House View on Path

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Summertime

Posted on June 1, 2014 by Alan

Lunchin’ by the pool!

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I Got This!

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Alan

Someone has to put this thing back up… – with Anet and Ed at Fedex Forum View on Path

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Back In MY Day…

Posted on June 1, 2013 by Alan

They have NO IDEA how good they got it…right Grandma??? Recently there was a great post circulating on the Facebook that said exactly what I’ve been thinking (and in some cases…saying…) to my kids recently. It’s a terrible thing when … Continue reading →

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Ava’s 2012 ITouch Photos

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Alan

A year ago, Santa brought Ava an ITouch for Christmas. Since then, she’s taken a LOT of pictures! She definitely loves snapping shots and so…after looking at a few of them…I thought it might be fun to share my daughter’s … Continue reading →

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12/21/12…It’s THE END!

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Alan

According to the Mayan calendar, today will be the last day of Earth. 5,125 years come to a close and apparently the Mayans have decided that…well…that’s all we get. HOW this ancient tribe seemingly knows the exact date is not … Continue reading →

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Funny Face

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Alan

Facetime brings out the best in me. And so does Ava…

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What Happens When I’m Out Of Town…

Posted on July 14, 2012 by Alan

When Dad is away, the family likes to play! Or so the saying goes. This week, I’m in the Quad Cities for the John Deere Classic and as the days have gone by, I’ve been receiving photos from my wife … Continue reading →

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Crazy Train

Posted on May 26, 2012 by Alan

The OLD Home Court…where I won 123 of 124 games… Lately I’ve been “dabbling” in playing basketball again. Although I haven’t been involved in any 5-on-5 fullcourt pickup games, I have been shooting around and playing some halfcourt games whenever … Continue reading →

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Sushi! & A Smart Cookie

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Alan

Tonight we all piled into the station wagon (with the wood siding…remember those days? LOL) and headed out to Ava’s favorite buffet place. The reason she likes it so much? The sushi…of course. And since no one else could decide … Continue reading →

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Texts My Kids Sent Me

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Alan

So we got our kids ITouches for Christmas last year and they LOVE them! The only problem is…they have no texting etiquette! So now, I’m CONSTANTLY getting texts and pictures and short videos and just about anything they can throw … Continue reading →

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The Misadventures Of Buddy The Elf

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Alan

Our elf friend Buddy has paid us a visit this holiday season. And with each passing day he gets a little more comfortable.What started out with him hanging out on our mantle or on a shelf (hence the title “Elf … Continue reading →

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43 Years, 2 Days Old Knowledge I Give You…

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Alan

Sorry…I can’t. I’m watching my girlish figure… So my 43rd birthday came & went with but a whimper. Not a lot to it. I was in Pittsburgh working so I spent 15 hours in a television truck. In Pittsburgh. But … Continue reading →

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Epic Rap Battles Of History

Posted on November 26, 2011 by Alan

My brother introduced me to these 2 minute snippets of pure entertainment last week while we were hanging out at his house. Not being a “youtube” guy, they slipped under my very shallow radar. But holy crap are they funny?!?! … Continue reading →

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