Monday, August 07, 2006
Bon Voyage Party
I had the most amazing weekend celebrating my upcoming departure to the Ice with some fantastic friends and family! I couldn't imagine a better way to spend my last full weekend in Wisconsin. Thanks to everyone who made it! And especially to my parents, Ron, Jessi, cousin Kala, and Nora for all the help to make it possible! Thanks also to Omar and BG for documenting the weekend... some of these great photos are theirs!
Camping in the front yard, the sunrise over the corn, and relaxing in the hammock.
Back in the field.
Digging potatoes in Mom's garden and sampling the fresh peas and beans!
The New American Gothic and Omar pushing Brandi on the swings.
Playing on the merry-go-round!!
Playing on the rings!
Playing and climbing on the rocks at the Westby Park
At the Stabbur, our tourist information center. And a pic of the norseman carved out of a tree.
Funny things spotted on our tour of Amish country and some of the country stores.
Brandi, Omar, Ron and Jeff playing horseshoes!
I wish I would've taken more photos during the day, but between me, BG, and Omar, this is all I have.
My Antarctica cake "Into the Deep Freeze" with frosting seals and penguins. And a pic of Brandi when she fell out of her chair... without partaking of any beverages.
It wouldn't be a party at my house without a few fireworks! The last one BG took as one of the fireworks fired at me and Dad!
Sam, Ally, and I recreated our old lip sync hit, Tiffany's "I Think We're Alone Now" for the fans at the bar! This is one of my favorite photos from the night!
3am campfire after Nordic
Omar with Travis and Justin, our opossum-remover. Just as Jeff and Brandi were getting ready for bed in the tent, Jeff spotted two little beady eyes in the corner. Him and Brandi went running, and Justin went in and picked it up by the tail.
Group hug with Babs on Sunday afternoon
BG put this photo spread together by stitching the pics. I love it! Thanks, man!
Thanks to everyone who brought me gifts! It was completely unexpected! I was just happy to celebrate with friends and family!
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hey babe!
looks like the party was a success. sorry i missed it, wish i hadn't.
i know you've got alot to do in the next few days, but if you want to hit up dinner in e.c. or anywhere else, let me know.
either way, you MUST keep in touch while you're on the frozen slab.
love you!
love ya babe and good luck!
looks like a great time was had by all!
mama and gramma lcp were there too!!? I havnt heard from them forever...
Good luck in your travels and your time in ANTARCTICA!!!
Can't wait to read your updates!
Have an ICE flight! (lameass)
I'm going to miss you so much Katiegirl! Thank you for a phenomenal weekend!!! Is there an address you can be reached at before you leave or do I just have to wait until Labor Day? Write more soon!
LOVE YOU!