Kettu is learning about new technologies...

Kettu is learning about new technologies...
Originally uploaded by lynndro

Kettu decided to give computer networking a try. He will be formerly enrolled in Network Administration starting in the fall... so proud. :-)

Three layers of yummyness!

The Irish Times in Laurium, Michigan is a fine establishment of refined taste and Irish mayhem. Sydney and Michael are in town for Winter Carnival so we stopped by after enjoying a fine Mexican dinner at Carmelita's. Sydney used to work at The Irish Times and a reunion of sorts ensued.

The establishment itself is tastefully decorated and the bar that you can see in the picture is artwork itself, done by a local artist. The artist also painted one of the walls and added the most interesting brick-like texture that appeared to "come out of" the paint. It's hard to describe but it appeared as if the wall was brick and just had a few spots left untouched. A very cool effect.

We spoke with the owner "McCormak" who came over from Ireland ages ago and told us about his Irish ancestry.

Overall, the night was great!

Warmest temp since November!

Warmest temp since November!
Originally uploaded by lynndro

So today in Marquette it was, as you can see, 32 degrees. By the time we drove back to Houghton, it was in the 20s we had a 5-foot visibility the whole way and the roads were crap...

I'm glad I snapped the picture and I hope the thermometer wasn't a fluke because I really don't know when it's going to be freezing or above this winter...

Happy Superbowl everybody! We'll be enjoying a spread of wings, dips, venison chili, AND MORE!

Testing flickr phone upload with a black and tan!

Testing flickr phone upload with a black and tan!
Originally uploaded by lynndro

My boy, Bear!

My boy Bear!
Originally uploaded by lynndro

As you all know, Casey, aka Bear, has been the light of my life since I was a mere 12 years old. Well, now, 12 years later we're still chuggin' along. He now enjoys the company of Kettu, his fox-like brother, and Kyla, his dingo-ish sister.

Greg Maino, @juskuz, or Juskuz, took this amazing photo of Bear while Mari and him were dog sitting during Jan 09. Thanks Greg! Bear and I appreciate your good artistic sense :-)