HALLOWEEN PARTY 2011

We had a halloween party 3 years ago and I remember now why we waited 3 years to do it again. It's work!
Thanks to all the friends and neighbors who brought food and donated items. A super BIG THANKS to Jen who helped us pull it all together in the end. We would not have pulled it off without her. The costumes were great and the food was delicious. Overall the zombies ruled this year with a total of about 5 at the party. My 1800's vampire costume may have been a fail since I was guessed to be a magician, Willy Wonka and Abe Lincoln. My teeth however were perfect thanks to Kelly. You may not be able to see clearly in these photos but she made me a real set that custom fit my mouth. I could actually bite and bring blood with these chompers. But I wouldn't.

Yard Shark

This was my second attempt at a shark. I tried it last year and the results were not good. This time I got it right. Oh, and "we're gonna need a bigger yard!"

Melon Monster #1

SHARK WEEK 2011

Every week is shark week. I did a few sketches to post of my favorite fish. I may add to this since my sons have expressed interest. Great White!

Thunderclouds & Lightning

This week I was contacted by Tom Yazwinski from KNWA news to do a story about my lawnscapes. It was fun but I was a little nervous that my design wouldn't turn out with the pressure being on. We also had some friends, Shane & Christi show up and watch. Everything went well and I got about 1 minute and 45 seconds of fame out of the deal. Thanks Tom!!

Schwinn Stingray Makeover

My Father just purchased two used Stingray Chopper bicycles for my kids.  I will admit I am vicariously living through my sons though and their level of excitement over these bikes was minimal compared to mine. Fortunately I live across the street from a master mechanic (josh) who cut his teeth on bikes as a kid, so when it came to getting everything back together I wasn't worried.
We started with the black one and as you may see there was a fair amount of rust on the handlebars and the forks. When we took the forks off the chrome had started to peel which was the main reason we ended painting them black. The stickers had also suffered from some weathering and they to had to be removed. I have to say though the bike looks and rides great. I'm on the lookout for some ape hangers which should make it  look that much cooler! Thanks Grandpa! Part 2 coming soon.

Praying For Rain

iyard

Summer! It's hot and the bermuda grass is finally greening up and getting thick. For most that means dreading the lawn mowing but not for me. Its the perfect time of year to start lawnscaping. This is actually the second scape of this year. My first was a simple triangle and when my neighbors asked I told them it was "The Bermuda Grass Triangle." No one laughed. This little beauty is a shameless attempt to get Mr. Jobs to take note and send me a new high powered machine. Steve...are you listening? 

No Joke!

This photo was just taken about a week ago outside a little country store somewhere in Arkansas. 100% for real, in fact the owner actually showed us the teeth. Real nice set!