Wes' birthday

I'm not sure how to add birthdates, but didn't want you to miss that Wes' golden birthday is Saturday the 26th.

Ecuador blog

For those of you who want to read about my adventures in Ecuador this semester...here's the link to my blog:

http://theadventure-b.blogspot.com

I made it here safely, met my roommates, and start orientation tomorrow!  I ALREADY LOVE IT.  I'll post pictures to my blog in the next couple days!

President Obama's Inauguration

We were wondering if Alex & Heidi were invited to any of the festivities?  Heidi - are the crutches needed anymore?

To:Justin From: Kate

 

Sawyer's 4!

Can't believe it, but Sawyer is four. She got her ears pierced as an early birthday present. She was so excited.

Glass plates

Does anyone recognize these glass plates from grandma and grandpa's house over the holidays?

So long, farewell,...

You are invited to an open house for Becky!
Sunday, January 20  from 2 - 5 pm at the Vanderzee's - 2825 Donnet Ct.  Dyer 
Enjoy some dessert and chat with Becky before she leaves for a semester in Ecuador.

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."