The man who trades freedom for security does not deserve nor will he ever receive either – Benjamin Franklin.

Newcastle Historic Coal Miner’s Cemetery

We recently found out about the Newcastle Historic Coal Miner’s Cemetery from the Seattle Times and wanted to have a look. It is only open by appointment and for major holidays, and last weekend counted!

It was such a humbling experience to see these people’s graves, forgotten, yet pioneers of the Seattle area, right in the middle of the city. Here are the pictures:

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The Winter Olympics!

We were lucky enough to be able to go to the Vancouver Winter Olympics.

On February 17th, we got to see Short Track Speed Skating at Pacific Coliseum:

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On February 25th, we got to see the Ladies Figure Skating long program:

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We had a great time!

Bill

Family Santa Picture

Hello All!

Santa picture time:

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Merry Christmas!

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Shopping with the boys…

We had to wait for Mommy today when we were shopping, and here is everyone waiting in the car..

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Happy Halloween!

We had some great trick or treating tonight:

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Happy Halloween!

Bill

Claire is here…

On October 10th, 2009, Claire Isabelle Jane Wilson joined our family:

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She is so sweet and well tempered… We are blessed!

Bill

James’s 5th Birthday

Yesterday was James’s 5th birthday! We had a great day, and everyone enjoyed the party at the water park.

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Ben’s 14th Birthday

Baby Ben turned 14 this year, and Jennifer and I cannot believe it! Here are a few pics from the presents.

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Our Magnolia Blossom

We got one flower from our old ill fated tree… It was beautiful and smelled as good as it looked.

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Happy 4th of July!

We went to the Lake Union Fireworks, then back here for some fireworks of our own…

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We hope that everyone had a great 4th!

Bill