Lost Bet

The wager between Larry and Bryon: Larry will not complain about the winter weather; the loser must make a snow-angel in shorts (originally a swimsuit). See the loser of the bet below:

Sykes Family

It takes a lot of air-miles for the Sykes clan to come together; Tammy, Jason, and Baby Jacob coming from Alaska and Christine and Dennis coming from Virgina. We've been lucky to have Ken's Mom, Christine, in town for a while for her knee replacement surgery. In the morning, we had family photographs taken by a more than enthusiastic photographer. In the afternoon, Ken, Tammy, Jason, and Dennis did some shooting in the cold desert; Grandma Sykes and I watched the baby. I never knew bottle feeding a baby could be so messy. :P In the evening, Ken cooked-up some of his fabulous ribs (slow baked in the oven and then grilled); they were delicious with a little bit of kick.

Y-U-M, R-I-B-S !!!

Even though it was January, we kept the Christmas decorations up for the family to enjoy.

Baby Jacob with Woobie, the teddy bear.

Meeting Baby Jacob for the 1st Time!

On 01/09/2010, we met our nephew, Jacob, for the first time! Jacob was born 11/04/2009 at 9-lbs. 1-oz., 22-inches long, and he is all cute.

Brighton

It's been a few years since we've hit the slopes. This season we finally got out and went up to Brighton with friends/co-workers, Jenni and Matt. One time down the bunny hill and I was ready for the real deal. I have to admit, I've never worn a helmet while snowboarding; this time around I rented one and now will always wear one. No crashes for me, but the helmet keeps your head really warm (I hate being cold).

Friend turning the BIG FOUR-ZERO

For Rich's 40th birthday, Ken and I were mischievous and during the night we decorated his office...

Check out the blow-up walker.

You can't turn 40 without some arthritis cream and prune juice!