Preparing for the July 4th Parade

With all the comments about the removal of the old toilet at the Old Lilacs, it became clear that maybe it needed to find new life to help some with the transition of it out of the house. I got to thinking that participating in the town 4th of July parade is as much a part of our family's heritage as the old toilet so I've come up with a way to combine the two...















I think it will work the best if it is displayed on a wagon to be pulled by Maggie and Will. Uncle Edward and my mom will ride on the wagon and alternate between playing the instrument and singing "God Bless America".

I think we're a shoe in for the top prize this year. What better way to celebrate our freedom. And really, God Bless America!

(Thanks Tamara!)

Gone, but not forgotten...

Where's Friend of Squirrel gone to?

Question of the Week

"Can I see your new toilet?"

I'm sure when Dan moved into town he didn't realize getting a new toilet would draw a crowd. Well, not a crowd, but the request to see the new toilet did happen more than once. I suppose it warrants mention that the toilet that used to occupy the space had been there for 50+ years. The lid on the new toilet has to sit a little askew but otherwise it's all good!

A Record Setting Match

A good Sunday night in Foxboro!

Revvies 4, New York Red Bulls, 0











Before the match began, Revvies' defender Jay Heaps was presented with an encased game ball in recognition of his 300th MLS appearance. He is only the ninth player in the league's history to reach this mark. Just to make the night even more special, from defense Heaps went on to score the first goal of the match. After half time, Heaps was also recognized with assisting Steve Ralston with the second goal of the match. Very exciting!

Revvies' striker, Taylor Twellman, who has been out with injury for an extended period of time made only his second appearance this season coming on as a half time sub. Not long after Ralston's goal, Twellman scored making his 100th all time goal. He is the youngest player in MLS history to meet this mark and did so in the fewest number of games.

And not to be left out, the Revvies' clean score sheet gave Matt Reis his 50th career shutout, making him the 7th goalie in MLS history to reach that mark.

It was a great match; and oh, by the way, we beat our biggest rivals 4-0!!!

Smile

I just love this; thanks M-er!

90-year-old couple in the Mayo Clinic lobby


And the funny part is I even know the lyrics, although I'm starting to think the tune was pilfered to go along with the words I know...

"So get your mouth organ Papa and play us a tune,
And we'll all be dancing soon..."