If you look in the upper right-hand corner of this web page, you’ll see my site’s tag line, “Life reflects your own thoughts back to you”.  It’s an eventual certainty.

My big brother, Dave, in his youth, loved to say “Fishing is for old people”.  Well, that was in the days when he could waterski around Rush Lake more than twice.  According to recent reports, the days of running the boat’s gas tank dry while flying back and forth across the wake on a slalom ski may now only be a memory.  It’s a wonderful memory, for sure; but it’s giving way to fishing.

Included here is a picture of Dave and his trophy catch from a company “offsite” meeting at Eagle Lake in Canada.  After returning from three days of fishing and “meeting/strategizing”, Dave said, “It was the most fun I’ve ever had fishing”.

Hey Dave… “Fishing is for old people”.

Love,
Ron

P.S. I love fishing too.  What does that say about us now?

Certain individuals in the Hutton family got the very short end of the stick when it comes to the music talent gene.  In fact, it is rumored that these individuals were beaten severely with the “tone deaf stick” at birth.  No names shall be mentioned here.

Emily’s musical talent is an example of how recessive (music) genes can emerge and be a blessing to others.  Click the image below for a video from Emily’s Spring 2007 Piano Recital.  You’ll see and hear her solo performance, plus a duet with her piano teacher, Mary Taylor.

Enjoy…

“…every time I see your bubbly face, I get the tinglies in a silly place.

It starts in my toes and I crinkle my nose.  Wherever it goes I always know that you make me smile; please stay for a while now.  Just take your time wherever you go.”

Lyrics from “Bubbly” by Colbie Caillat

That’s the song Emily chose for her photo gallery, and it couldn’t be more perfect… for her or for her proud dad.

“… Parents rejoice when their children turn out well; wise children become proud parents. So make your father happy! Make your mother proud!”  Proverbs 23:24-25

I can’t imagine being more proud of our kids, Anna, Ben and Emily.  They’re truly a joy and a blessing to Mona and me.

I’ve added a photo album for Anna and will soon add picture galleries for Ben and Emily too.

Turn up your speakers, and enjoy…

If there’s a blow-out party going on in Cross Lake, MN, it’s most likely happening today at 37233 Twin Bay Drive.  All motorists and pedestrians are advised to proceed with caution and beware of flying objects, small explosions and burning candles.  How many candles?  No one knows and Mom won’t tell.

Happy birthday Mom.  You’re the best.

Oh… I did find a few pictures in honor of the (fill in number here) anniversary of your birth.

For Immediate Release:

Benjamin William Hutton of Ormond Beach, FL, received his driving permit as issued by the Florida State Department of Motor Vehicles.  Their generosity may be cause for additional caution on your part in the coming weeks.

If your mailbox cannot withstand low speed impact by a 3,500 lb vehicle, consider immediate reinforcement.

Congratulations Ben!