Like father like son!

I just thought this was funny!

Just some new pics of Gus Gus. Hims be growing up............

Look What We Grew!!

I actually got something to grow without killing it!!! We have many beautiful tulips in out front yard now. Most of them surround our little tree that is in the middle of the yard.


This was the first one that bloomed. Awwww, so cute!

I just thought this was a neat picture. Wierd how they explode when they open.

Here is yet another shot of the same flower.

I took this one only a few days after the first. Now our little pink tulips has friends of many colors!

This one was taken at dusk, so I am not sure if you can really see it. It is our little blooming tree with the tulips. I am not sure what kind of tree it is, but the blooms look like little pink carnations. I think it will be pretty when it has a little more size to it.

I just wanted to share a tid bit of our garden. Oh, Mom...there are all kind of bulbs popping p by the pond in the front. I will take pictures of those when they are not little green spikes in the ground!

New Pics of Gus-Gus Woo!

Sleeping Beauty.

Mom!!! I'm Hungry!!! He really does bring us his bowl when he is hungry or thirsty. It is too cute! The only bad part is when he is hungry and there is still water in his bowl. Makes a mess, but at least it is just water. Thank goodness for the Spot Bot!!

Maybe if I shut my eyes you will stop taking pictures of me.

I love my new fence mom!! I can run and and run and run after my frisbee!

Isn't he so manly in his yard?!

More of San Fransico

These are just some random pictures that I took throughout the day.
The boat dock area that was outside the window at the Bubba Gump Shrimp Company where we had lunch. Nice boats.
The Ghirardelli Chocolate factory sign in Ghirardelli Square.
Mom and Dad relaxing outside the chocolate shop in the square.
My personal favorite...The Bay Bridge at night. The car was moving and the flash was off so I could get a good shot of the lights. I din't think it would blur it like that, but I love it!

Alcatraz Island

Here are some pics of Alcatraz Island.




The entrance sign when you get off the ferry.

View of the Golden Gate Bridge from the Backside of the island.

The supposed escape route that the three men used to escape frokm Alcatraz. Sorry, I can't seem to remember the names. There is a famous movie about it though. Gotta love Clint Eastwood, right Dad?

The had pictures of the knives used in the kitchen behinnd where they were hung to make sure that they were all there at all times.

View of the Sallyport from the walkway to the cellblocks.

The guards area. This is where they would report for duty and sound alarms if needed.



This is where the prisoners got showered and recieved theur prison uniforms upon arriving to the island.

The cell block.

A typical cell. Comfy Huh!?

Solitary Confinement.

View of San Fransico from the Island.

Mom and Dad at the entrance sign when we are waiting for the ferry to take us back to the city.

San Fransisco with the Fam!

I am finally posting the pictures that I took while in San Fransico with my family last month. Sorry to those who have been waiting patiently. I really needed a break from laundry and thought this would be a good thing to do. So, here are some highlights of the trip:

Cable cars are the coolest things!


Flags at Pier 39.
Steph, Dad, and I on an old-time cable car waiting for the ferry to take us to Alcatraz.

I just thought this was a cool statue. I am not sure what it is supposed to be, but I just thought it was picture worthy.

Hoit Tower...Just for you Mom and Dad. I knew I had a decent picture of it.

The Bay Bridge from the ferry to Alcatraz. My crazy sister had to sit on the top of the boat. Can I just say...Burrrrr.

Alcatraz from the ferry over. Pretty creepy place. It just kind of gives you the heeby-jeebies knowing who lived there for a while.

This was too cute!

I just had to share this picture with those who have yet to see it. While I was on vacation, Jay took this picture of Gus for me and e-mailed it to me. I thought it was just the sweetest thing. If you haven't noticed, it came with a note... Hi Mommy!! It just made me feel special! Thanks honey!

Snow in Tennessee

The first snow of the year and of course I miss it! I always seem to be in California visiting whenever it snows. Luckily, it decided to snow a little Sunday morning as well so I didn't miss it completely. Because my husband is so wonderful, he took these pictures for me while I was vacationing with the family for Mom's birthday. It was a pretty good snow judging by the pictures.
By the looks of it, Gus doesn't really know what to do. (In case you are wondering the thing Gus is sniffing is a garden hose) He looks like a true hunting dog sniffing his surroundings and acclimating himself to the weather. According to Jay, the snow didn't seem to bother him at all.
DON'T EAT YELLOW SNOW! I had to post this picture because Jay was so proud it it! Did you notice he cought him mid-stream?! I just thought it was one for the funny pages if nothing else.

Our growing boy!

I am sorry I have been so long between posts. Things have been a little hectic in the Michaelson house lately. But, better late than never, right?!
I took these pictures a few days ago and was surprised to see the growth and grown-up-ness of out boy! His puppy appearance is slowly gowing away, but he is still one of the cutest dogs ever!!!!! So, here is a little montage of our little man. Hope you enjoy!
Hey Grandma....I told you I sat like Britty! I think it is the wierdest thing. For those of you who don't know, I had a Brittney Spaniel growing up and she sat with her back legs turned to the side just like Gus is in this pic. Maybe it is something that this breed does. Who know, bit it is totally cute!
Peek-A-Boo...I see you!!! I thought this one was really cute. I was calling him to come to me so I could take a picture and he decided to get on the back of the couch. He has that creative eye for a good kodak moment. I think my favorite feature on him are those great ears! They are too flippin' cute when he perks them up like that.
"Why do you keep taking picture of me mom!?" I was trying to get a picture of his profile, but he turned as soon as I started pushing the button. Turned out preety good though considering it wasn't what I was going for!
" Dang...those laps around the living room can sure be tiring." He likes to run cirles over and around the furniture in the living room. It is crazy once he gets going. It really tuckers him out.
"Thanks Grandma for the great Christmas present!! I have already chewed off the eyes and nose AND I have un-stuffed the head. P.S. Did I tell you it squeaks too!! It is my favorite part!!"

I hope these pics were worth the wait! I promise to get better at posting more often. Look back at the earlier posts and you can really see how he has grown and how his features are changing. It is amazing. Love you all!!