Friday, July 29, 2011
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Anniversary & Tough Mudder
This past weekend Shelly and I celebrated our 6th wedding anniversary. I can't fathom that it's already been 6 years since our big day, which is obviously a wonderful thing. We've had such a great past 6 years and now with Kate in the mix, things continue to get better and better.
To celebrate our anniversary, Shelly and I went to the Dells on Saturday morning. Kate ended up spending her weekend with Grandma and Grandpa Burch and had a blast. Shelly and I did as well, enjoying the sun and relaxing at Noah's Ark. We spent such a long time on the Lazy River just soaking up the sun and taking it easy. It was wonderful day to take a break and simply enjoy each others' company. On top of that, the lack of running around sure made things easier for the following day.
On Sunday, Shelly and I went to Devil's Head ski mountain in Merrimac, WI. Sunday was the day I took on the Tough Mudder. For those of you that aren't familiar with the run/challenge, its 10+ miles of mud, fire, freezing cold water, and electric shocks....literally! The 25 obstacles and course were designed by the British Special Forces and they sure know how to beat the hell out of their contestants. If you'd like to see all the obstacles I went through, feel free to click the following link to see the Course Map of my run. Simply mouse over any of the squares to read about each obstacle:
Anyway, a little less than 3/4 of the people that enter Tough Mudder actually go on to finish it and I can proudly say I'm now one of them. What made the day even more special was Shelly was there to not only support me but to film/take pictures of as much as she possibly could. She was running all around the course trying to get me in as many obstacles as she could. I can't thank her enough for her hard work and quick feet! Enjoy the following pictures and video from the day:
Obstacle 6: Berlin Walls
Obstacle 9: Kiss of Mud
Obstacle 11: Log Bog Jog
Obstacle 25: Electroshock Therapy...& the Finish Line
Just Finished
Sporting the Brutally-Earned and Coveted Orange Head Band
To celebrate our anniversary, Shelly and I went to the Dells on Saturday morning. Kate ended up spending her weekend with Grandma and Grandpa Burch and had a blast. Shelly and I did as well, enjoying the sun and relaxing at Noah's Ark. We spent such a long time on the Lazy River just soaking up the sun and taking it easy. It was wonderful day to take a break and simply enjoy each others' company. On top of that, the lack of running around sure made things easier for the following day.
On Sunday, Shelly and I went to Devil's Head ski mountain in Merrimac, WI. Sunday was the day I took on the Tough Mudder. For those of you that aren't familiar with the run/challenge, its 10+ miles of mud, fire, freezing cold water, and electric shocks....literally! The 25 obstacles and course were designed by the British Special Forces and they sure know how to beat the hell out of their contestants. If you'd like to see all the obstacles I went through, feel free to click the following link to see the Course Map of my run. Simply mouse over any of the squares to read about each obstacle:
Anyway, a little less than 3/4 of the people that enter Tough Mudder actually go on to finish it and I can proudly say I'm now one of them. What made the day even more special was Shelly was there to not only support me but to film/take pictures of as much as she possibly could. She was running all around the course trying to get me in as many obstacles as she could. I can't thank her enough for her hard work and quick feet! Enjoy the following pictures and video from the day:
25 Minutes Before My Start Time
Obstacle 6: Berlin Walls
Obstacle 9: Kiss of Mud
Obstacle 11: Log Bog Jog
Obstacle 25: Electroshock Therapy...& the Finish Line
Just Finished
Sporting the Brutally-Earned and Coveted Orange Head Band
Monday, July 25, 2011
Annual Weiland Summer Party
Two Saturday's ago, Shelly, Kate and I hosted our annual summer party. The day turned out to be beautiful and we all had a blast. The day featured our usual water balloon launching tournament, tequila volleyball, dinner grill-out and of course a massive firework show. This year however, we started making the event more "kid friendly". We were able to borrow a jumperoo from one of my brothers' friends and the kids had an absolute blast.
Lastly, Shelly and I celebrated our 6-Year wedding anniversary this past Saturday and just yesterday I completed a race/challenge known as the Tough Mudder. I'll post pics/video of that tomorrow and talk more about the weekend then. Check back...trust me, you won't want to miss this.
Until then, enjoy some of our pictures from the Summer party:
Eli Zar trying to put the moves on our daughter!
Two "kids" in the bouncy house
Eli and Mom (Melissa) playing
Tequila Volleyball
Lastly, Shelly and I celebrated our 6-Year wedding anniversary this past Saturday and just yesterday I completed a race/challenge known as the Tough Mudder. I'll post pics/video of that tomorrow and talk more about the weekend then. Check back...trust me, you won't want to miss this.
Until then, enjoy some of our pictures from the Summer party:
Kate, figuring out if she likes the bouncy house or not
Eli Zar trying to put the moves on our daughter!
Two "kids" in the bouncy house
Eli and Mom (Melissa) playing
Tequila Volleyball
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Happy Birthday Shelly!
Kate and I want to extend a big "Happy Birthday" wish to Shelly today! We hope you have an absolutely wonderful day, as you so deserve. Both Kate and I can't begin to thank you enough for every thing you do for us and for the joy you bring into our lives.
Through good times and bad you're always there for us and we'll always be there to do the same for you. We love you very much and have a great day!
Here's a little Birthday Cartoon for you:
Through good times and bad you're always there for us and we'll always be there to do the same for you. We love you very much and have a great day!
Here's a little Birthday Cartoon for you:
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Family-Filled Weekend!
It was certainly a family affair this past weekend which we always love! On Saturday we headed down to the Milwaukee area to visit with John's relatives who flew in from North Carolina, New York and Beijing! His cousin Corinne has been staying with his Aunt Jill and Uncle Duane in the Milwaukee area since she is an intern at Kohl's this summer. Since she is in Wisconsin (along with the rest of that side of the family), her parents, brother, sister and brother-in-law all decided to make the trek. It was wonderful to see all of them (and finally meet Andrea's husband, Michael!) since we don't see them often given the distance. It was also the first time that many of them met Kate so it was so fun to watch them with her. I simply can't get over the outpouring of love that she receives from everyone she comes in contact with. Prior to even leaving New York, Michael asked Andrea if he thought he would have an opportunity to hold Kate. That comment may get me in some trouble, but I thought it was the sweetest thing ever.
After taking a dip in the pool and feasting on all of the wonderful food (including a birthday cake for the July birthday clan: John's cousins Kathryn and Eric, his mom and myself), we headed to West Bend to spend the night at my parent's and hang out with my brother, his wife and Kate's cousins. Sunday was a pretty low-key day which consisted of reading books and getting much-needed naps in! All in all - a great weekend!
After taking a dip in the pool and feasting on all of the wonderful food (including a birthday cake for the July birthday clan: John's cousins Kathryn and Eric, his mom and myself), we headed to West Bend to spend the night at my parent's and hang out with my brother, his wife and Kate's cousins. Sunday was a pretty low-key day which consisted of reading books and getting much-needed naps in! All in all - a great weekend!
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Fourth of July Fun
This 3-Day holiday weekend was busy from beginning to end for us. Saturday we got to enjoy the New-Zoo and head out to the Fox River for some time with Mimi & Papa Joe on their boat, followed by a quick dinner. The following day Shelly and I finally got some belated work done around the house and then had my parents over for dinner, grill-out games and some fireworks. Then on Monday, we spent the day running errands, getting more things done around the house and going to a neighbor's house for an impromptu 4th of July party! Needless to say, it was quite busy!
The Zoo was an absolute blast and I'll post about that in the next few days given the amount of pictures I have from the rest of this weekend. The weather from Friday through Monday was simply beautiful and it made for a lot of time outside.
We hope you all had a wonderful 4th of July weekend! For those of you that aren't aware, the annual Summer Party Shelly and I throw will be next Saturday the 16th starting at 1:30. Feel free to swing by our house for food, drinks, fireworks and fun! Until next time, enjoy the pictures of our weekend!
Playing in the Water with Mimi
Catching Some Zzz's on the Boat
Mom and I Enjoying the Day
Relax Papa Joe, I'll Dock the Boat For Us!
Alright, I'll Let You Help
Hangin' Out at the Park
Mom and Kate Ready to Go Down the Slide
Did I Mention I Like Spaghetti?
The Zoo was an absolute blast and I'll post about that in the next few days given the amount of pictures I have from the rest of this weekend. The weather from Friday through Monday was simply beautiful and it made for a lot of time outside.
We hope you all had a wonderful 4th of July weekend! For those of you that aren't aware, the annual Summer Party Shelly and I throw will be next Saturday the 16th starting at 1:30. Feel free to swing by our house for food, drinks, fireworks and fun! Until next time, enjoy the pictures of our weekend!
I'm All Set!
Playing in the Water with Mimi
Catching Some Zzz's on the Boat
Mom and I Enjoying the Day
Relax Papa Joe, I'll Dock the Boat For Us!
Alright, I'll Let You Help
Hangin' Out at the Park
Mom and Kate Ready to Go Down the Slide
Did I Mention I Like Spaghetti?
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