Oh Boy

Jimmy, I just read your note about being posted to Korea. Be safe. If there is anything we can do for you, Sally or Brennan, just let us know.

John & Patty

I just got orders to Korea for a year. I leave in Jan. and I plan on returning to Mountain Home, Idaho afterwards.

Brennan and I will be home for the Eagan camping experience in August. Sally will stay here and mind the fort.

2009 Barrett Reunion

The Barrett Reunion will be held in Buffalo this year on Saturday, August 1st. It will be at the home of Andy and Kelly Cousins. Any questions, please contact Lizabeth Cousins at (716) 735-7944.

Can't wait to see everyone!
-Kira

Hello, Anybody out there?

So tomorrow marks the opening of the Tuesday night concerts at ArtPark, with none other than the Reverend Horton Heat. Alas, I had great plans to attend, but Knights of Columbus duties prevent me from doing so. Come to think of it, the last time I saw the Rev in Buffalo (what was the name of that place?), I came from a Knights function where I met the Bishop of Buffalo. So in one night not only did I meet the Bish, I saw the Rev. To say nothing of seeling the Legendary Shack Shakers.....how could one ever forget that!

We're getting ready for the wedding, coming sooner than we can believe it. Fresh coats of paint everywhere, new floor in the dining room (yes David, I did it myself!..well, with the help of my good friend Sam and his tools). Still don't have the bathroom done, but we're getting there. Looking forward to seeing friends and family.

Andy graduated from college, now has his Bachelor Degree in Media Production. Anybody need a sports writer, producer, on-air personality? He's ready willing and able. We're really proud of him!

So let's hear from you! What's going on? Yeah, I know I'm not on facebook, but let's hear from you.

So, what was the bet?

Florida Boothby Update

The school year will be wrapping up soon for the girls. Mike and I are very proud to announce that both Maria and Emma made honor roll. They really dug in this year and have made great strides in all their classes.

We recently visited Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida to celebrate their achievement and we had a blast. Maria and I even got first row on The Hulk. The weekend was exhausting but it recharged us for the homestretch.

I would like to let everyone know Mike has assumed a new roll in the family. He is now in charge of Bet Squelching Offenses. Officer Mike was on the case this week to settle a dispute between Lizabeth Cousins and Amanda Williams. He did research and amazing detective work even calling the church in Redwood, NY. Amanda was the clear winner and Officer Mike will be on the case until dear sweet Lillibeth coughs it up. 

Okay so that is all for now. We hope everyone enjoys their weekend!

Not only can I name everyone in that picture, I remember it being taken! This was at your first house on Fargo, in the rear of another house. Can't remember much of the house, but do remember playing in that yard, running up the slanted door that led to the basement........

I was in Florida last week for a conference, spending five days in Jacksonville. The weather was nice, better than the chilly WNY weather. While I was there I did get to spend a few hours having pizza and beer with Kira, Karl, Sam, Jonah, Charlie, and Maria. Within two minutes of entering Kira and Karl's home, I was machine-gunned with a nerf gun!! I guess the kids realized quickly I was family, and therefore fair game. Ahh but I was able to turn the tables at an opportune time and return the favor. Needless to say I had an absolutely great time visiting, and wished I could have stayed longer. My thanks again for their hospitality.