catching up

Lots to catch up on. First we celebrated James' birthday mid-month. Here's a shot of him at his laser tag birthday party, and a picture of the amazing dairy-egg free cake that our friend Jonelle at http://www.moredessertplease.com/ made.

James was also in the pinewood derby with his boy scout troop. He and Sean had worked dilligently on the "Thunderbolt." Here are pictures of the progress:

Now, there are some cosmetic changes to note- and these are for you, Mum.

James new haircut:

And my new glasses:

Yesterday

The Purdys were all caught up in the inauguration yesterday. James took my Obama pin to school for sharing. His class watched as Obama was sworn in. We watched the parade and the neighborhood ball after school. We all feel invigorated by our new President and his family! Have you checked out the White House website? www.whitehouse.gov? It's terrific to see Obama's face at the end of the presidential slide show! Also, check out www.usaservice.org. They are asking for care packages for soldiers serving overseas.

It sure does feel like a new day!