There are things I have had to do that I’ve only done because my nephews are part of my life. Changing diapers, geocaching, and metal detecting quickly come to mind.Changing diapers is what it is. The little one does what he has to do, then I do what I have to do. Both jobs done…… Continue reading Seven Metal Detectors
Category: Family
Family Picture
Family pictures were taken.
Cooking for Family
Spent much of the day converting these ingredients into scalloped potatoes and braised celery to take to a family gathering. The biggest task was de-stringing four bunches of celery.
Dangerous Birthday Party
Stood by, ready to prevent misuse of dry ice at my nephew’s ninth birthday party at the Science Museum. The kids behaved really well.
In Loco Parentis: Day 4
In loco parentis, day 4. At MSP, riding a tram towards the terminal, about to reunite the nephews with their parents who had just landed.
In Loco Parentis, Day 3
In loco parentis, day 3. Off to school in the first snow of the season.
In Loco Parentis: Day 2
In loco parentis, day 2. The younger nephew was particularly ebullient when we met him after school. His flying backpack survived.
Mom’s Away, How about Pyrotechnics?
Nephew time, Mom’s away. We first used sharp knives to carve pumpkins. Then we cut up an old towel to make wicks to burn vegetable oil.
Bleacher Uncles
Walked over to the Vikings stadium to serve as bleacher uncles. Our ten-year-old nephew was playing football, a dot in our field of view.
Bowling with the Boys
We took the nephews to a bowling alley until it stopped raining. I’ve never bowled, which did not stop me from offering advice.