Jake's Love for Science Experiments

Jake has a weekly homework coupon that he has to complete 4 items on it.  One of these items is a science experiment.  He found how to make a volcano from one of library books and begged to experiment.   So one night around 8:30 PM instead of showering and getting ready for bed, he make a volcano on the dining room table. He is loving science.  The teacher-mom in me said we have to do this even though it was bed time!!

Jake measuring out the ingredients

He had to touch it!



He kept flowing over!!



Plymouth Ice Festival

It was about 1 degree out this AM when Ted learned from the TV news that it was the annual ice festival in Plymouth this weekend.  We decided it was a beautiful day to get outside. The sun was shining and we could layer our clothing, so we bundled up and drove over. So glad we did!  It was gorgeous they way the sculptors created objects out of a block of ice!  Here are some pictures that we took that are among our favorites!

The kids by their own type of beer!

A sparkly unicorn

Jake's favorite!

Baking Saturday

What do we do on a cold Saturday?  We bake!  The girls and I enjoyed making these brownie bites dipped in choc with sprinkles and other sweets on top!  I think the girls had a better time licking the spoons and spatulas rather than the baking!  These were super easy to make and will make again!!

Happy New Year!

One of my new resolutions is to blog more. Use this a "journal" for current happenings in the Zettel household!

Look for new posts soon!

Allison's Talent Show.wmv

Lexi's Talent Show

Tweet! Tweet!

Rebecca singing to the birds!

Pinckney Community Schools Art Show

Allison was an invited guest at the annual Pinckney Community Schools Art Show held at the Hamburg Community Library!

Here is Allison by her featured art work (she just got done playing a soccer game in the rain!)

Allison with her fall leaf project!

Take your child to Work Day

Today was take your Child to Work Day!  Jacob asked Daddy to join him today and his wish was granted!  He got up this morning and packed his lunch, got dressed, had breakfast, put some books into his "briefcase" and off he went.  I have to pick him up at 1:30 since Ted has a 2 hour important meeting this afternoon.  I can't wait to hear all about it!

Spring Soccer has Begun

Photo Gallery:

Allison!  In her fav postiton goalie!

Jacob!  His coach put him the goalie spot and he didn't mind it!!

But this is what he rather be doing!!

My Big Hug

It is so nice to have Jacob back home with us. He had a fantastic week on Uncle Sam's farm, playing with cousins, and visiting with other relatives.  When I finally saw him walking down the sidewalk, he gave a huge smile and ran up to me and threw his arms around me.  That made my day!  He also greeted his sisters with a huge smile :)  It is amazing how complete the family feels when they are all snuggled in their bed under one roof! 

Easter with the Zettel's

Here are some pictures at the Zettel's from our time there over Easter!

Daddy helping Becca get an egg from a high hiding spot!

It was beautiful sunny day!

Found one!

This yard is huge! Maybe there is one over here!

Cousins!

Happy Easter!

We had a joyous time with family this Easter weekend. We had an egg hunt, dyed eggs, and Easter dinner with the Grewe side on Saturday and fun with the Zettlel's on Sunday!

Here are some pictures of the kids dying eggs!

Jake

Becca

Allison (Cassidy too)

Alexis (Derek too)

Here is some pictures of Easter Morning, dressed from Church.

Jake's Raingutter Ragetta

Jake had a blast creating this boat and then blowing in down the gutter tonight!!  He came in first of the Wolf Scouts!!  Here are some pictures of this cub scout event!

Happy Birthday, Becca!

Happy Birthday, Becca! I can't believe that you are now a little girl instead of a toddler!!

Becca with her Dora the Explorer cupcakes! We had to use a plain one for her candle! The 2nd picture is Becca blowing out the candles!

Opening Presents!

This is all she asked for: her own bowling set!!

Reading her card!

1st Place at Jake's 1st Pinewood Derby

Jake is so proud of the work he and Ted did on his car to earn him a first place finish in his first Pinewood Derby for his Cub Scouts! Here are some pictures of this special event!

Jake with his car and trophy!

Josh, Jake, and Wyland-his best buddies (Wyland won the pack award for the fastest car!)

Jake's car is the solid black one (3rd from left)

Jake starting the race!

Happy Birthday, Lexi!

Lexi is 10 today!

New shorts and shirt!

Talking to Grandma G while trying our a new Rubik's cube game!

Pancake Breakfast!


We celebrated her birthday last night since today is such a busy day. She is in school all morning, have religious ed classes after school, and play dress reheresal tonight that she won't be home until 8:30 ish tonight!!

Happy St. Patrick's Day

We Wish You a Merry Christmas

Performed by Lexi's 4th grade class!!

Time to Party!

Allison and Rebecca decorated cookies in Lexi's class too! Yes, that is frosting on Becca's nose!


Alexis having fun!



Jake working on a project in his class!



With four kids, we are always in the party mood! Here is a sample of what has been going on in the Zettel's Busy Lives!