If I could I'd give all you Packer fans a box of Kleenex. That game was incredible (I have to admit I was rooting for the Packers). I could hear Aunt Kathy yelling "Come on!!" all the way in Dyer. I guess I'll have to root for the Giants now that Favre is out.

Kouts Basketball Highlight

Karley's basketball team won the PCC (Porter County Conference) championship game on Saturday night in Valparaiso. Our school hasn't won this tournament in 17 years. There were 4,000 people in attendance. She played a great game, having two " back -t0 -back " 3's (one a bank shot) at a crucial turning point in the game. She also posted 15 rebounds, 7 steals, 3 assists, 2 blocks, along with 8 points. She was also the recipient of the Mental Attitude Award which is given to one player from the whole conference (8 schools). It was an exciting night of Hoosier basketball at it's best. This was also the 50th anniversary of the conference tournament so it was taped for a DVD and ran live on the radio. I ordered the DVD for anyone to borrow.

the first snowman

Just a short congratulations to Kyle on making his first snowman ever on New Years Eve. Yes, he's 32 and this was the very first one. We were up in Holland, Michigan and had beautiful packing snow, so to ring in the New Year, we built a snowman, then had a good old-fashioned snowball fight. Thanks to Kyle for the snowball to the back of the head.

Homecomin Pics!

Karley, Liz, Scott, and I at the game Fri. night










Caitlyn Iwema, Emily Ratliff, Sam Venhuizen, Kellsey Eenigenburg, Katie Stob, Janna Ottenhoff, Katelyn VanKuiken, me, Lynn Herr, Bethany Kolkebek, Katie Norman, Jackie Alderden, Nadine Kryzton, Keith Burgraef, and Jon Huizenga

She'll always be our queen!

Last night was Illiana's homecoming game. Unfortunately, Liz is not "Ms. Illiana". While she was not "Ms. Illiana", she certainly looked like royalty (It runs in the family). The VanDrunen family was well represented at the game and crowning. Nick, Karen, Nikki, Kristen & kids, Grandma & Grandpa, Karley, Mike, Kim, Scott, Becky, Keith, Cheryl, Emily & roommate, and Eric were all there to support Liz. Though she is not the queen of Illiana, she'll always be our queen.

Grant Bouwer played a great game, helping the team to a close win over Aurora Christian.

Anything to move Rudi's Facial Hair down a notch

There is no real reason for this post other than to remove Rudi's fu manchu down from top spot on the blog.

Also, Go Pack!!!

Fun With Facial Hair

Here's some fun I had with my Christmas beard. Enjoy.

Christmas Break Pictures

Here's a slideshow of a few pictures from my week of Christmas Break with the family. I had a great time and happy new year to everyone!

Passport

To all Van Drunen Canada participants:

When going to Canada fishing this year, you will need a passport to cross the border. It would be good to get them early, as it could take a long time to receive one.

2008

Dear Family,

"Happy New Year" - We have about 6" of snow this morning. It looks beautiful. Be careful driving today. It's a good day to play in the snow. We will look at it from inside.