Web Site Update

I had some time today so I was able to work on the family web site for a bit. I added a photo album for the Minnetonka High School Homecoming. I hope you enjoy them.
Wunrow Family Web Site

The Peak of Fall

The middle of October can be a challenging time. The warm days of summer and early fall are behind us. It gets dark earlier with each passing day. And you know that the first of many days of sub freezing temperatures is just around the corner. All the More reason why this weekend was so special. We had two beautiful sunny days, with temperatures in the low 60's. The leaves are just past peak so there is still plenty of color everywhere, even though with a wind more and more of it is ending up on the ground. It's still very scenic and I remind myself daily to take a moment from the hustle of daily life to look around and appreciate the blessing that are all around. Chris and I got out for a little couple time both yesterday and today.

Saturday was a day if getting things done around the house. In the late afternoon we went out for a drive to enjoy the fall colors. Heading out to the west we stopped in at the Mudd Lake Furniture Company. It's a rustic shop out in the farm country located in an old barn. They have very unique style and Chris has been wanting to visit for a while. One thing I noticed were several huge New England Patriots banners hanging from the rafters, including one for Super Bowl 31. That one got me excited, being the most recent Super Bowl win for the Packers. We struck up a conversation with the owner Bob Kratch and learned that he played offensive line in the NFL for 8 years, with his last game being Super Bowl 31 against the Packers! Pretty cool. to say the least.

Sunday Chris and I got out to run a few errands. While we were out I suggested we visit a little city park I have been wanting to check out since we moved here. Minnehaha Park is located just a few miles north of the Airport and is the spot were Minnehaha Creek cascades over a 50 limestone ledge to form Minnehaha Falls. From there the creek winds it's way through a small ravine, eventually emptying into the Mississippi River. The weather was perfect, cool but not cold, a beautiful blue sky with just a few wisps of cloud. We took a leisurely stroll through the park, I shot a few photo's which I'm including in this post. Finally, we took a break at the Sea Salt cafe located just a short walk from the falls. It was a fun casual atmosphere, delicious sea food, beer and wine, the Vikings game on a big screen TV and floor to ceiling windows offering gorgeous views of the park. What a fun way to end our visit.

Another sign of getting old...

When the children of freinds you have had for over 26 years get married it is a major reminder that you have collected quite a few life experiences. Our friends Vince and Vivian Balestrari's oldest daughter Nina was married today at St. Robert Parish in Milwaukee. We were so happy to live close enough to be able to be a part of this special moment. Chris was remembering us as a young married couple having Vivian visit us with baby Nina. She may have been one of the first new born's that Chris ever held. Now she is a beautiful young women walking down the aisle, arm in arm with her new husband. I couldn't help be think about the emotions that Vince was feeling and about what that will be like for me and Catie in the future.

Father of the Bride and his lovely Daughter

The Happy Couple, Nina and Dan

MHS Homecoming Dance

Today was the Minnetonka High School Homecoming dance. This year a large group of Alex's friends, some with dates but most without, decided to go together and experience the event together. The group of 7 guys and 11 girls met at our house to have pictures taken. As always it was a bit of a mad house, but lots of fun. Following the photo session, the gang all went out for Chinese and then to the Dance. We also hosted the after party as we did for Prom. I like having the kids over because I know they are safe and having fun. Most of the 18 kids from the photo shoot came back after the dance with the last few leaving for home around 4 am. Alex's good friends Jessie and Ben ended up spending the night. Well I'm not sure going to bed at 5:00 am qualifies as spending the night, but I think you get the idea!

The Buddies, Alex, Jessie, Ed and Ben

The Girls, too many to name!

The Boy and his Momma