Christmas Twig...Updated

I have been asked about an update on the Christmas Twig at the Hasseman House. Well Amy did the work for me. She sent out this email to a few folks...and I will include it!

So I'm sure you are dying to know (several have asked) what happened with the Hasseman Christmas tree, right? -Cause you have nothing else to worry about, I know. Well...we decided we should keep the Christmas tree that we trecked up the hill and cut down ourselves. If nothing else, we will remember this Christmas tree.



Oh well, despite our lack-luster tree, we had a great Christmas. We realized that we are so lucky and fortunate to have such a wonderful family, great friends and live a very blessed life here in Coshocton, Ohio, that the tree really doesn't matter.

Christmas Day with the Hassemans

Christmas day is a great, long and exhausting day for us. But we love it! We started the day at exactly 7am (because that is when we told the girls they could wake us. They had tried at 1:30am unsuccesfully). And we got into the spirit quickly as the girls got some great gifts.

Jade got Pixos!



And both girls got a Wii! They were very excited!



Then we hit the road and headed to Connie and Chuck's (Amy's parents) house. The girls got a second tumbling mat! Thanks to both parents for doing that...they are VERY excited! And it was great to see Chris and Meredith and Todd!







Then we were "on the road again" as we headed to Amy's Grandma and Grandpa Shryocks! There we caught up with more family...including Dan and Christine!





After a while it was on to our next stop. We stopped at my Grandma Peg and Grandpa Tom's house next. It was fantastic to catch up with both of them. Grandma has been in a nursing home...and it was great to see her in good spirits. And I think Grandpa was in a better mood just having her home!





Then we were off to the Hasseman side of the family! As was the case with each stop, it was fun to see those we don't get a chance to see very often! Below you see my Grandma Patty taking in the festivities...and my Aunt Jill caught off guard by the camera flash!






I am not sure...but this is the first time this year that I felt in the spirit. It might be that we have been busy...or maybe something else...but as tired as we all were...I really enjoyed today. Merry Christmas everyone!

Christmas Eve at Mom and Dads!

For Christmas Eve we went to my parents house for some holiday festivities! We got a nice shot of the girls.



We ate some great food. And then we commenced with the gift giving! My niece Bella was really into the opening part!



The rest of us enjoyed the show!



Even my nephew Logan had a good time!



We felt bad because we had to leave early to go to church. But thanks to Mom and Dad for hosting a great Christmas event! Love ya!

City's New Website

The City of Coshocton has a new website! One of the initiatives that Steve Mercer wanted to implement when he was running for office (mayor) was an updated website for the city.

He tapped into Tom Broadwater's expertise. And Tom even did the site for free! I think it looks fantastic! Check it out!

www.cityofcoshocton.com

Caroling Kids

Our girls went out with a group that went Christmas caroling the other night...and they landed in the paper!

Check out the picture! Thanks Valerie Miller for taking them!

A Visit From Handy Matty

My good friend Matt Miller came over to the house today to help me install a garbage disposal. Ours has been on the fritz for about 8 months...and Matt generously offered to help. Actually to say I helped is really loose. Matt did all the work.



While he was here we replaced the disposal, found what a mystery switch does in our office, replaced the switches in the upstairs bathroom, and even looked at a toilet in another bath. I may rent him out each Sunday.



It's hard not to feel a bit insecure around a guy like Matt! He can do everything! I am not sure Amy doesn't want to trade. Anyway, thanks Matt! I really appreciate the help!

Christmas Party

We had our annual "friends" Christmas Party last night...and we have pictures to prove it! Santa made an appearance to the delight of the kids.







And the adults had a "dirty santa" game where we could steal gifts from each other. Fun stuff. We had a good time in spite of the dead tree!

The Ghost (er, Tree) of Christmas Past

Amy sent out this email yesterday to a group. If you follow this blog you know we go out and cut down our tree. This year we chose a beautiful one...at least it was a beautiful one!

Subject Line: Need a Laugh?

Here is something to laugh at. Our pathetic Christmas tree. I thought we had a very pretty tree this year. Unfortunately for whatever reason it didn't absorb any water. We did everything we normally do...bring it home...cut off the bottom, etc.... Well it's now Charlie Brown's Christmas tree. It's hidious! Oh yeah, because there are no needles all of the decorations are falling off too. Do we get a new one or just cleanup the needles and laugh for the rest of the week? The kids will look so cute sitting beside a big stick Christmas morning!



What do you think?

Skylar in the Band

Though yesterday was stressful in getting her there...Skylar had her first performance with the school band yesterday. They went to the local elementary schools and performed. The Coshocton Tribune caught some of the action...and here is a shot of her from the paper!



Want more pics from the performance? Check out the Tribune online!

Funny Funny!

It was several years ago that I first saw this video. I went out to youtube to see if it was still out there. I needed a laugh...and this is a good one! It's short and totally worth it if you have not seen it!

Just For Fun!

WHO IS YOUR ROLE MODEL???


Be sure not to peek!!!!!!!! You don't want to skew your answer.

Try this - it's really neat ...
Don't look at the answers:

1) Pick your favorite number between 1-9

2) Multiply by 3 then
3) Add 3, then again Multiply by 3 (I'll wait while you get the calculator....)

4) You'll get a 2 or 3 digit number....

5) Add the digits together


Now Scroll down ..............















With that number, see who your ROLE MODEL is from the list below:

1. Einstein


2. Oprah Winfrey


3. Snoopy


4. Imelda Marcos


5. Bill Gates


6. Gandhi


7. Brad Pitt


8. Babe Ruth



9. Kirby Hasseman

10. Barack Obama

I know....I just have that effect on people....one day you too can be
like me.... Believe it!

A New Photo

...of Amy and I. A while back Amy and I went to a Charity Ball here in Coshocton. It was a fun time and a fundraiser for Coshocton Hospital. Since we were so dressed up, we decided to get a photo. I think it turned out quite nice!



Amy is very lovely...how did I get so lucky?

Jade's Piano Performance

Amidst the cold and the holiday parties, Jade had her annual piano performance last night at Windsorwood. She, and the other kids who performed, did an outstanding job. She had a really nice outfit on. And since I forgot my camera for the performance (bad dad!)...I wanted to take a few shots once we got home!



You can call me the biased dad...but I think she looked beautiful!

CTCC Holiday Party

It's the season of Christmas. And it's the season of parties! Today was the Coshocton Town and Country Club Christmas Party. There was a great turn out...and I think we all had a nice time.



Jennifer Nelson did a great job organizing the event. There were fun crafts for the girls!



Skylar did a great job of helping with the little ones!



And the boys and girls both got group photos. Here's the boys!



And here's the girls!



And then Santa made an appearance. It's a busy time of year for the big guy.



We got some shots of the girls with Santa. Here's Jade!



And here's Skylar!



It was a nice time for the girls. Thanks to Jenn and the CTCC staff for making it great!

HMC Holiday Party

Since this is the first year Hasseman Marketing has had 2 full time employees, this was our first year for a holiday party. Shanda and Dustin (and families) came over to our house for a nice dinner! Here is a shot of Dustin and Megan!



We had a nice time of good eating, gifts, festive music and great conversation! Here is a shot of Shanda and her kids (Lexi and Lucas!). Thanks for taking the pictures Skylar.



I am proud of both of my employees. They do a great job for me! I had a great time...and I hope they did too.

Church Christmas Play

The girls and I are involved in this year's Church Christmas Play. Last night was dress rehearsal nd they are having a fun time with it.

Skylar has a speaking role as a commentator in the Christmas County Spelling Bee.



Jade is in the choir and has a dancing part.



And we have quite a few of the girls friends that are in it as well! Here's Jensen Hocter who plays a contestant Amanda Allen.



Madison Miller has a solo in the production! She does a great job with it!



And here is Lacey Richcreek. She is featured as a signer in the play. We could all learn a thing or two about attitude from this fantastic little girl!



The big performance is tonight! Wish us all luck!

Scooter Loves the Snow

For a little while anyway. Here is a quick shot of Scooter "The Deerslayer" frolicking in the light snow. I have heard we might have more...so we shall see if he still enjoys it.



I know I for one am ready to go south!