UKE MUSIC GROUP

We understand there are those of the Van Drunen Family who would like to join the "Uke Music Group."  We would love to have you join us.  Let's see if we can find some reasonable priced Ukes.  Also we should have a name for our group.  Any suggestions?

12 days of Christmas

I think we're getting better?

THANKS

We want to thank our kids and spouses for the Christmas gifts, also our married grandchildren for the box of fruit and goodies (we will enjoy them).  To quote grandpa - We bear a distinct and amazing resemblance to the citizens of Garrison Keeler's Lake Wobegon where "the women are strong, th men are good-looking, and the children are all above average."

Name That Face Game Pics

Congrats to everyone on a great family get-together celebrating Christmas. Thanks to Keith and Cher for hosting- we ha a great time.

Here's a few pics from the name that face game. Great job to team face-look on the win and an impressive 80/100 mark!

also... for the packer fans who were watching... here's a really sweet pic of that one really disappointed Titans fan! :)

Uke Kids 2012

Timothy Christian Teacher Flash Mob "Christmas Vacation"

Check out the Principal and teachers at Timothy rocking "Christmas Vacation" for all of our elementary students!

2012 "Name That Person" Breakdown

As discussed on this blog, we're going to be bringing back the "Name That Person" game at our Christmas gathering.   

Just as a refresher, the game contains 4 separate posters of 25 different contemporary faces (cut out from magazines, and newspapers) from the world of politics, sports, pop-culture, etc.
I've split Yous Kids into 4 different teams, and each team will have 4 different rounds to identify and record as many of the true identities of these faces as possible. Naturally, the team with the most correctly identified people at the end of four rounds is declared the winner.
So... without further adieu, here are the teams:

Five Guys  (75 Points)

Elmer

Jason

Kelly DV

Anna

Keith

Liz

Scott VDZ

Kelly R

Casey

Lauren

Two Cute  (68 Points)

Georgian

Kristin

Kyle

Stephanie

Cheryl

Eric

Brian

Korie

Caleb

Craig

"Fack-Look" (80 Points)

Nick

Anneke

Kathy

Heidi

Emily

Mike

Cole

Wes

Nicole

Dyke

Karley

Connor

Dungeon Dwellers (60 Points)
Karen

Justin

Mark

Alex

Scott Z

Kim

Jim

Taylor

Karyl

Sam

Becky

It's a pretty simple game. I'll answer all questions in person on December 23rd.  

Finally, each team is responsible for coming up with both a team name AND a team cheer. Neither have to be elaborate, but this will be a vital piece to the team spirit that will be sure to inspire victory.  

If there is a tie for any of the top-three finishes, the team with the most creative name and cheer (as determined by popular vote from the other teams) will win the tie-breaker.

Christmas Menu is Finalized!

If you have not read the previous post, this is just a follow up on our menu.   I thought since everybody has busy schedules and some probably are already doing their grocery shopping, it would be nice to get the menu finalized for Sunday.  So here it goes.... 

• Mom and Dad...........  1 pan of Lasagna, 3 loaves of bread/butter, Ham
• Lee and Jean.............   Broccoli Salad
• Karen and Nick.........  2 pans of Lasagna, Melt A Way
• Jason and Kristin.......  32 buns for evening, 1/2 of the drinks (see Rudi)
• Kyle and Kelly..........  Veggies and Dip, Potato Chips
• Kathy and Brian........  Mostoccoli, Oreo Trifle Dessert, Salsa n Chips, Milwaulkee Dill Pickles
• Rudi and Steph..........  32 buns for evening, 1/2 of the drinks  (see Jason)
• Alex and Heidi........... Guacamole
• Keith and Cher...........  Mayo, Mustard, BBQ sauce, Bread n Butter Pickles , Salad Toppings: (Tomatoes, Onion, Cheese, Croutons)  Salad Dressings (Ranch, Western)
• Emily and Scott........... Dessert
• Kim and Mike............. 1 pan of Lasagna, Strawberry Pretzel Salad
• Kelly and Jim.............  Scotcheroos, A Dessert, Lettuce for the Salad
• Korie and Wes............  Banana Bread
• Taylor and Nicole.......  Cold Pasta Salad
• Karyl and Dyke........... Chicken Alfredo, Garlic Rolls, Paper Products, BBQ Pork, Crackers with Cheese and Sausage, 2 bottles of wine. 

Please let us know if there is a conflict with anything above.  Otherwise, thank you for your participation in our Family Christmas!

Christmas in Kouts...Now in Lansing!

For those of you who have already read this blog earlier, there have been some changes.   The VanDrunen Christmas Gathering will now take place in Lansing.  It will be at Keith and Cher's Home.  Please look over the menu for the occasion and post what you want to bring and how many of your family members are coming.   

Date:  Sunday, December 23rd

Time:  Lunch served at 1:00 PM
          (Hors d' oeuveres will be available for those who come early)

Menu:  LUNCH
           Green Tossed Salad with your choice of dressings
           Lasagna
           Bread and Butter

           LATE AFTERNOON TREAT
           Desserts

           SUPPER
           BBQ Pork Sandwiches
           Ham Sandwiches
           Chips
           Sides

Looking forward to hearing from you!

ALSO.... How many of you women remembered and are bringing your box with something "home-made" in it? 

Calling All Dutch Women!

I am looking for any tins that have blue on them! I would just need to borrow them for the wedding.  Here is an example of some I already have.  Thanks =]

Xander's 2nd birthday pics

A few pics from today