3 day weekend

We went to a local eatery, Michael's Bar and Grill.  This place is part American bar food and part Greek food an interesting combination.

Then we went to a concert at the Firebird. This is the actual bird, painted on the wall inside. This concert venue is in the basement of an office building, which was hard to find. We saw a strange opening act which featured three men in dog masks screaming and slamming things. The opening act made me buy ear plugs (which were available for $1 at the bar). Then we saw Emperor X, a one man acoustic act that was pretty good.

Also inside the Firebird was a Ms. Pacman/Galaga game. I got a personal best score, awesome game!

Back to school

Gizmo has been quite busy over the break eating Luke's shoes. Only Luke seems to have a problem with this behavior.

Looks like a lot of work chewing all that shoe up.

I was busy making Luke this scarf. Each winter break my mother takes the time to teach me to knit. Then I try for a little bit and quit. This time I stuck with it and finished this scarf, my first project.

Food & Naps

I got doughnut mix for Christmas, so I made some. This is my once yearly cooking adventure.

Then it was nap time for Gizmo, Josh, and I.

Giz....snow?

Well the bipeds invited me to go with them on their road trip to Wisconsin.  At first, I was a little skeptical because I had never been to Wisconsin and I didn't like the idea of a 10-hour car ride.  However, they promised me that I would not only get to run off leash (which I love) but that there would also most likely be snow!

As soon as we got there, both of their promises were fulfilled!  I had more open space to run in than I have ever had before!

I also made a new friend!  His name is Casey.

Before I started REALLY playing, I had to take a quick potty break.  My dad thought it would be a great photo opportunity....so embarrassing.

 There is nothing quite like taking a break in the snow after a good play session.

I really liked playing in all the deep snow too!

After all that playing, it was definitely time for a nap.

I have always thought that humans were odd creatures, but it was taken to a whole new level on this trip.  Megan's mom decided to get me a pair of pajamas for Christmas.  I have mixed feelings on wearing clothes, but the shirt is actually quite comfortable.  But back to my original point on why humans are weird.  Megan's mom also got Megan and Luke the SAME pajamas so that we all match.  So now not only do my humans put me in these ridiculous little outfits, but now they have on of the same outfits as well.  I guess humans just aren't meant to be understood.

Happy Howl-idays Everyone!

-Gizmo

Off to Wisconsin!

With the semester coming to a close and Megan and I both on break, we thought it would be a good idea to get out of St. Louis for a bit.  We decided to go up to northern Wisconsin to visit Megan's family.  The trip looks to be filled with relaxation, great conversation, and of course....cheese!

Gizmo got the whole back set to herself!  The perks of being an only child.

For the first time since last spring, we finally got to see some snow!

Megan will be heading back to Colorado after our visit (lucky duck) and I will head on back to the Lou with Gizmo to start preparing for next semester.

Thanks for continuing to follow us! We have not been updating like we should.

I'm currently reading this book. If you have any interest in the Supreme Court check this out.

The Nine: Inside The Secret World of the Supreme Court

Gizmo has continued to follow her favorite blog.

Corgi Addict

If we had sent a holiday card, it would have looked like this. It would have had a nice holiday message too.

Luke has agreed to shave his face each Sunday the Bronco's lose.

This has left me wanting football season to end all together.

I've been listening to Betty Wright: The Movie. Betty Wright's latest album is awesome and her interview with NPR is good  too.

Betty Wright Interview

We will be updating more throughout the winter break!

Half Way Through November? Already?

It is crazy to think that we have lived here for four months now.  Megan and I are both in crunch time as our semesters are rapidly coming to a close.

In honor of Ricky Perry, we decided to come up with a list of our top three things we like the most about St. Louis:
1) The three of us are all here together.
2) Everyday is an adventure.
3) uhhhh.......ummmmm.........uhhhhhh.........the EPA?


For Halloween, Gizmo was a professor.  Her Aunt Amanda was kind enough to make her that awesome tie!

Yeah.....it was one of those weeks.  Even Gizmo was pooped out by Friday.  We are all ready for Thanksgiving break and for our families to come out and visit.

"Gizmo! Its 10 o'clock!  Time to get out of bed and be productive with your Saturday.  Now go lick your butt or jump on Luke's computer while he is working or something..."

The days are still sunny and warm enough that Gizmo can enjoy her mornings and afternoons relaxing outside.

You will never guess where we ate tonight...

Here is some raw footage from our the rest of our night...

Until next time.