Proof that Alabama has Taken Over the World!

The Leningrad Cowboys and the Red Army Choir Sing Sweet Home Alabama

Dr. Isaacs

Chris went to see Grandad Sunday, and while visiting he said, "Hey Keek, you know that guy over there, Dr. Isaacs."

Sure enough, that was the dentist she worked for growing up. Her Middle School English teacher, Mrs. Isaacs, called her down to the office one day and asked if she would fill in for Doc's assistant at his office while she was on vacation. While there, she even learned to mix fillings!

So for years after that, Dr. Isaacs' summer help was always filled by a "Cota Kid."

She leaned down to see him, now over 80, right arm amputated and in long term care, and asked if he remembered her.

"You're a Cota Kid!" he said, his old eyes recognizing her.

Her eyes teared as she told us about him at supper tonight. Great to remember, and be remembered!

Run For Your Wife

Chris and her castaways put on the first theater in Greenfield for big people in 10 years last weekend. Over 700 attended, and the show got rave reviews and standing ovations.

It has been written up in the Daily Reporter in some form or fashion almost every day since the run, all positive.

To see pictures of the show go to:
www.crazylake.com and click on CrazyLake Theater.

Why am I in the picture? I'm the producer! It was a way for them to get me to agree to play. Congrats to all who performed and helped!

Jesse Vetters Enters the 2008 Political Fray!

You need to check out the article written about Jesse and his quest to ask a question on the 2007 YouTube Debate. You can see it, and his video, at:

http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1575175/20071127/index.jhtml

I'm pretty proud of my kid, and love that he is already interested in the process and in changing the world at 18! Agree or not, I love a kid that thinks out of the box!

New Years at the Vetters' House!

Click on the picture for the New Years countdown at the Vetters! Here's the link also: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tyqhYrEQDZs

Happy New Year!!!!

High School Children's Play

Last spring Jesse was chosen to direct this years Children’s Play at the high school. This is the only show that a student gets to totally direct. He has been a student director for shows in past years, but for this show, being the director means basically doing the show themselves. Mr. Jacobs acts in a supervisory position, but the director will do the following…
Choose the show
Choose and assistant director
Make all casting decisions (with the input of the asst director)
Design the set
Choose the crew
Oversee all the little things, publicity, program, etc….

Now, even though I was REALLY proud that Jesse was chosen for this job, this is what REALLY got me…



Guess who he chose for his assistant director?





His sister.

Jimmy and Joe in "Altar Egos"-- The Talk

Sometimes you can know too much...

Yesterday while Jesse and I were working in the yard, Rufio cut his tongue on a piece of glass. Blood covered his mouth and matted his hair, but it was not too bad.

Jesse was really concerned. I said. "You know Jesse, dogs get cuts all the time and heal just fine."

He replied, concern on his face, "Dad, the Eskimos put seal meat on a sharp knife blade and leave it out for polar bears. When the bear eats the meat, it cuts off his tongue, and ten hours later the bear bleeds to death."

Like I always say, too much knowledge will not allow you to sleep at night!

Update: Rufio is still alive.

Mercury rocks the Rick!

Go to this YouTube link to hear the lastest from the Boys From Greenfield as they rock the Ricks Theatre to benefit a little girl with cancer.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RnRmcP4PMs


Rock on dudes!

PS: The sound will be a little distorted at the beginning as I was standing right by the speakers. It gets better.

Bend It Like Beckham!

Yes, that's the world-famous David Beckham doing a free kick in the Chicago Fire v. LA Galaxy Soccer Match. Jim and I went up on a bus with the Strikers to see the game.

We saw some great soccer, and Beckham really is an amazing player.

The Vetters Kids

Jim and Payton Riding in The Riley Day Parade

Jimmy is the groom in an upcoming play (November 9, 10 and 11). If that's not a groom's expression I'll eat my hat. The kid's a natural!

He rode with lovely Payton on the back of a red convertible through the Riley Parade. Cans were tied to the back of the car and everything. It is a cute show, and Jim has had excellent reviews from the director, Chris Schaffer.

I missed the parade due to the Fookarwie tournament this year, so I joined Chris, Jim and Maddie at church Sunday morning. As I slid into the seat a few minutes late, Jim's first words to me were "Dad, Alabama won last night!"

Is this boy my kid or what?!

Mizuki's Big Adventure!

Mizuki came to stay with us this week, and we had a wonderful experience with him. Colts game, Air Show, Bowling, Pistol Shooting and just hanging out with the Vetters Kids filled his days.

Mizuki hails from Kakuda City Japan, and is the first person in his family to come to the US. His parents own a pharmacy in Kakuda.

We certainly hope to see Mizuki again someday. He is a special young man and is now our Japanese son!

NC Beach Trip

We had a great trip to the beach with all the Cota Clan in July. I love this shot of a typical day watching the waves roll in and soaking up the rays. It was nice to have all the Cota kids together! Thanks Mom and Dad C. for putting this all together!

Jesse in Japan with Ayaka's Family

Hello from the Birthday Girl and her Puppy Rufio

Happy Mothers Day from the Vetters

Jimmy's St. Michael's Team Rolls On

Jim's team rolled past their first unbeaten challenger of the year tonight, winning a tough contest 2-0. Go Crusaders!

Music Man puts Jesse and Jim back on same stage

Jesse and Jim were on stage for the first time since Kid's Play, and Maddie worked on tech at the GCHS production of Music Man.

Be sure and check out the Vetters Kids' page to see Jesse and Jim both singing "Wells Fargo Wagon."

Rufio Joins the Vetters Family

Meet Rufio, our new Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier. He's 11 weeks old and and just a ball of fur. Very sweet dog! Dixie and he are playing well, and the kids love their Easter present!

Chris and I went to get mice for the snakes and came home with a new puppy! Always an adventure at the Vetters!

Welcome Rufio! Bring us joy!