Steven & Rebecca Genzer's Family Post

Wood Cutting

2009-10-11T11:16:00.000-07:00

Our new house has a wood stove so we decided to go have some fun. My dad joined us for the girls first wood cutting project. It was chilly, in the 20's, but we were able to get almost 2 cords of wood and everyone had fun.

Moving Out and Up

2009-10-10T18:55:00.000-07:00

We are moving!!! We have a chance to rent a three bedroom house and we are taking it! We are so excited. Our current landlords have been great and we have enjoyed this apartment but the time has come for something with more room. We will post pictures once we move in.

More Lost Teeth for Emma

2009-10-05T18:53:00.000-07:00

Emma has three teeth pulled today to make room for the adult teeth. Her dentist did a great job, she didn't even know she was numb or that the teeth had come out until after she was shown them. What a trooper, she went to school right after the operation and had a terrific day.

New Job

2009-08-03T15:25:00.000-07:00

Steve has landed a new job!!! We are so excited!!!! I will begin work for Rocky Mountain Bank on August 17th as a Network Engineer/Systems Adminsitrator. It will be great to be working full-time in Jackson and not have to commute anymore. Most of RMB's management has come from the former Jackson State Bank and I look forward to working with them again.

Emma's 6th Birthday

2009-07-12T15:47:00.000-07:00

We had several parties for Emma's 6th birthday, one for the family and one for her friends. You can't just have one can you?!? It is hard to belielve that our little girl isn't so little any more and to watch her grow socially is amazing.

Steve Found A Job

2009-06-15T18:00:00.000-07:00

Steve is finally employed again! I had a call out of the blue last week asking if I was still looking for work and said I was. Iam now working for Shell Oil in Pinedale as an IT Tech for 8 weeks. It is only a contract job while the normal tech is out on medical leave, but it is work. It should be good and I look forward to working again.

Emma's First Back County Fishing Trip

2009-05-31T15:03:00.001-07:00

Emma made her first back country fishing trip with dad, Uncle Jared, Uncle JR and Spencer yesterday. We drove up Flat Creek to the end of the rode and then hiked the mile plus to the lake. It was our first time up there and it is beautiful country. We got skunked fishing but it was fun to be outside and have fun with Emma.

Memorial Day Bike Ride

2009-05-25T14:12:00.000-07:00

We took advantage of a beautiful day in the Hole to head to Grand Teton National Park. We rode our bikes from the Taggart Lake Parking Lot to Jenny Lake and back, 8.5 miles!!! Emma rode her bike the whole way and Kayli ran at least 1/2 mile of the trip. We had lunch at the lake and enjoyed looking around.

Emma Really Is Falling Apart!!!

2009-04-25T13:41:00.000-07:00

Emma just would not go to sleep last night. First she was reading (which we won't complain about) and then she was making a fort using her covers and pillows. Around 10 pm we decided it was really bedtime for her and went to tuck her in. There she was smiling and holding another tooth. It seems that she wasn't going to sleep until she pulled the loose tooth! What next? There aren't any more loose teeth, is she going to sleep now?!?

Emma's Falling Apart

2009-04-12T22:38:00.000-07:00

After weeks of wiggling and tugging Emma was finally able to pull out her first tooth tonight. What an exciting moment! I think she was as surprised as us when it came out. Another sign that our girl is growing up:(

Still Job Hunting

2009-01-27T09:00:00.000-08:00

Well it has been several weeks since I was laid off, but who am I to worry. I am being Mr. Mom while Rebecca has been working. Fortunately she is highly educated and can get work pretty quickly, which is a life saver. I am finding a few leads and hope that one of them will pan out.

Steve's Unemployed

2009-01-05T16:20:00.000-08:00

Steve was informed today that he will no longer be employed by Teton County because of budget cuts. This is sudden and unexpected but we will find a way to make it through.

Merry Christmas

2008-12-15T16:18:00.000-08:00

We are wanting to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. We hope hope that the new year brings great things to you.

Steve's Theatrical Debut

2008-12-15T09:58:00.000-08:00

Steve has taken a step out of his comfort zone and jumped into theater. A friend talked him into auditioning for a musical put on by "Off Square Theater", our year round theater company, and Steve made the cut. The musical is "Scrooge" and Steve plays multiple parts including the "Punch and Judy Man". He is having a ball doing it, though it has required a large time committment. Rehearsals were 3-5 hours nightly for almost a month before the show started. The show will run for 10 days in which there are 14 performances, not much time for family or rest. Rebecca has been kind in letting Steve do this, but has firmly stated that this is a one time deal.

Our Kindergartner

2008-09-15T09:51:00.000-07:00

It is official. We have a school girl!!! Emma started kindergarten this month and is so excited to be in school. Everyday she comes home telling us all about the new best friend. She is a sponge and absorbs everything she is learning. We are proud of our schoolgirl and her willingness to jump in and learn.

Sports & Steve Don't Mix

2008-07-12T17:35:00.000-07:00

For the second time in four months Steve was injured playing city league sports. He was first injured during the Championship Basketball game when he dislocated his shoulder. A small sacrifice to make for the team, we did win the game. Then in July he was playing soccer when an opponent kicked him instead of the ball. After receiving an MRI the next day he discovered that it was a fracture of the Tibial Plateau, the knee joint. Crutches and a brace for the next three months...so much for summer activities! Rebecca says it is now time to retire from sports, maybe Steve can begin training for the Tour de France, you can't get hurt on a road bike.

Our New Arrival

2008-06-15T17:28:00.000-07:00

After many months of talking and searching I found Rebecca the car of her dreams. It was really my Father's Day gift to her. The Toyota Sienna is a terrific upgrade from the Subaru Legacy and the girls are loving all the room they now have. It will also be nice to have the ability to carry all those canned peaches and boxes of pears back from Washington in August.

Kayli's Accident Filled Week

2008-05-20T20:48:00.001-07:00

Kayli has had a rough week. It all started Thursday as they arrived at the library. Emma accidentally pushed Kayli as they walked in the doors and, bonk, she landed on her forehead. No blood, just a few tears. On Friday Rebecca and the girls walked to the post office to enjoy the sun. Once there Rebecca left the girls in the stroller as she ran the 20 feet to the post office box. In that short time the girls decided it would be better to stand up, and from there gravity took it toll. Emma was able to catch herself with her hands, but Kayli's face caught her. No major damage, just more tears.

Aunt Sally's Here

2008-05-20T20:42:00.001-07:00

Favorite Aunt Sally has finally decided that a summer in Jackson would do her some good. After several attempts at getting her here she decided it was time to enjoy the beauty of Jackson. It will make our apartment a bit tighter but we will enjoy having her, especially two little girls!

Welcome

2008-05-20T20:38:00.000-07:00

Welcome to our blog. You would think that a computer geek like me would have jumped on this bandwagon years ago. I guess I am getting a bit slow in my old age. I hope that this will be a way to allow our friends and family to keep up with all our happenings. Our family is growing up quickly and there is always new adventures to report so check back often.