Welcome, James!

I know that a couple of people have noticed a new name on our blogsite. Iamclavo belongs to James, who works out to be my 2nd cousin. He's Aunt Kay's grandson; Jimmy's son. (Okay, I think Jimmy goes by James now, but my mom/April still refers to him as Jimmy. Sorry.) They'll be at the reunion, so we'll get to meet them then. In the meantime, James, why don't you update us on your branch of the family. We'd love to hear from you!

And if anyone is interested, I'm adding a link that will help figure out family relationships. Basically, you figure out what direct relative (parent, grandparent, great-grandparent) etc you both have in common. Then you count up how many "g's" you have in common. That number is the number cousin you are. (If you are both the Great-Grandchildren of ancester "X", then you have 2 "g's" in common and are 2nd cousins.) If there is a difference in the number of "g's", then the difference is how many "removals" you are. (I'm the Great-Grandchild of "X" and you are the Great-Great-Grandchild, then we have 2 "g's" in common with 1 extra "g" which makes us 2nd cousins once removed.) I know, it still sounds complicated. But check out the chart -- it's kinda fun to realize that our reunion in August will actually have third cousins getting to know each other!

kevin graduates!

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  Here are recent pictures of the Turner family. Kevin and Mia just graduated.{and had prom} I had no idea I would be so emotional! 2 weeks after reunion, they are off to college!! Who is clav? { iamclav } I have no idea how to remove the double picture of kevin, sorry!
  
  
  
  
  
  

Family Pictures

I've been going through some of my old photographs, trying to organize them. I've also been scanning some of them into the computer to put into my online gallery in case anyone wants to see them. I decided to post a few of them here, too.

This first one is Aunt Kay and Herbie. Unfortunately it wasn't dated, but I'm guessing that it was taken in 1960-something.

These four adorable children are Ricky's. I'm looking forward to seeing them at the reunion, because I know they've grown a lot since the picture was taken. On the couch, there is Alexis, Richard, and Brittney, with Jacqui in front of them.

At first glance, I thought this was one of Ralph and Laurie's boys. But it's not Tyler, it's his Uncle Danny. There definitely is a family resemblance!

T-shirts for the reunion

The votes are in (all four of them!) and the winner of the t-shirt contest was the spiral names on a light blue shirt. (Luckily our two late voters also agreed with this choice.) Letters went out on Monday to everyone with information on ordering the shirts, as well as information on other reunion activities.

The shirts will be approximately $10 each (based on us getting around 40 shirts). Start thinking now if you want a shirt -- remember, you'll have to answer the letter rather quickly since we have an ordering deadline.

Grandmom Orf (Mickey) and her fish

Grandmom Orf (Mickey) was just here visiting us and we wanted to share a photo of the fish she caught on our boat. Her Grandsons were pretty darn happy for her. Way to go Grandmom Orf!!! :)

Reunion T-Shirt

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ENTRY WAS UPDATED ON THURSDAY 6/8/2006!

Some of us have been talking about getting t-shirts for the reunion. I've done some research, and we can get nice shirts for less than $10 each, depending on how many we order as a group. They'll need to be ordered soon, so we'll send out a letter to everyone June 10th. First, though, we need to decide on the color and design.

I've found four five designs that we thought were nice. Or if any of our artistic family members would like to design something, we could use that instead. We do need to pick just one design. So as a comment, let me know which is your favorite design, and the one with the most votes will win. (If anyone emails me a design, I'll add that to the choices and we'll revote.)

Also, we need to decide on a color. Choices are green, dark blue, light blue, black. (I'm taking white out of the vote, since it seems too impractical for camping.)I can get other colors, but if I list ALL the choices it would get overwhelming. I've been told that if we want to put names on the shirts, we would be better off choosing a dark imprint on a light-colored shirt. Since I don't want to make the decision, I need you to please include a preferred color of shirt with your vote.

So voting begins today, and ends on Saturday. Whatever votes we get in that time, decides it. (If nobody votes, I guess you'll be stuck with whatever mom and I decide on!)

Also, because of the time frame we have, once the letter goes out to order the shirts whatever deadline the letter gives will be the actual deadline. (And the deadline will depend on the company we end up using.) If you don't get your order back in time, then you won't get a shirt. NO LATE ORDERS WILL BE ACCEPTED!

In addition to the designs below, you can find another choice (design #8) here. (Just click on the link.) This design can easily be adapted to include all 150-200 names in our family!

VINTAGE

This would, of course, read "Neuhaus Reunion 2006". And even though it's in gold, we could have it printed on any color. (Remember, any of these designs can be done on any color shirt, with any color ink.)

NAME SPIRAL

The inside would say Neuhaus Family Reunion. Above, it would have the dates (August 4-6, 2006) and below would be the location (Cherokee, North Carolina). The spiral around is everyone's name in the family -- if we choose this one I'll try to get the list typed up to send with the letter so that if I miss anyone we'll have a chance to add them.

NEW TRADITION

This is a nice shirt for a first reunion, especially if we plan on doing this again!












NAME TREE

We can have as many branches added to the tree as we need, and the "leaves" can include everyone's name from that branch. For instance, the branches would be ROBIN, APRIL, DIANE, LESLEY, HERB, MARION and Aunt Kay's children, with Gramma and Aunt Kay as the trunk.

After Mothers Day!

Well I had a great day. Uncle Herb/Dad made me French Toast for breakfast. We picked up Granny and went to Charles and Danielles for lunch. While Cassie took her nap we all played Dominos , Granny really enjoyed that. When Cassie woke up, we played with her, then got ready to head for Manasquan for our Mothers Day Buffet. Lori came but Chris had to work. Alicia had to work, but Herb, Cindy, Melissa , Lynette and Natalie came. Robin ,Ron Jr. ,Micky, her daughter- in-law to be Margie and her baby Katrina met us there. We had a real nice time then it was time for pictures. I also got a call from Bob and Melissa which made the Day complete.

Happy Mothers Days !!!!

We wanted to wish all the Mothers in our Family a very Happy Mothers Day! I will post what I did and hope we hear how all the Mothers spent their Day, and see new pictures! Love to all of you! Herb and Gail

Hey Everyone

First off let me start by saying that we are very sorry we have not posted in a while, but for those of you with kids, you know how hectic it can be at times. With TNT in Kindergarten it just seems like we always have something going on and then with the sports it's like football runs right into soccer and from soccer it's on to T-ball. Of which the boys are currently playing now. Ralph and I really enjoy it, as do the boys. Last week Tyler hit his 1st ever home run and 2nd home run all in the same game. Way to go, TYLER!!! Trevor enjoys playing first base, but what he really enjoys is school and that is where he really seems to excel naturally. I guess he is going to be a smarty pants just like his Daddy. Woo Hoo, TREVOR!!! TNT are also excited about their upcoming 6th B-day on May 18th. Ethan is 15 months now going on 5. He really thinks that he can do anything his brothers can. He really keeps me on my toes and in shape I do not need a membership to the gym as I am constantly chasing after him. He is talking up a storm and is starting to have quite an extensive vocabulary. Yeah, ETHAN!!! As for Ralph and myself we are doing excellent. Ralph's business is doing great, and the Easter Bunny bought us a nice present as you can see in the pictures we purchased a boat. We have really been enjoying it, and we have gone out all weekend long, the past two weekends, fishing, swimming and all kinds of other fun stuff. What a great way to spend some good quality time together as a family. We are also getting ready for the summer. School will be out here in 3 weeks, we already have a lot planned for the summer. We will be going on two trips with the kids and two without, who hoo, RALPH AND LAURIE!!! We are really looking forward to that. TNT will be going to their grandparents house in S. Florida (my parents) for a couple of weeks. The boys have been wanting to do this for a couple of years now and I finally feel that they are old enough to stay away that long without us. They are so excited about that. We are looking forward to the reunion as well and have already booked our cottage. Can't wait to see everyone. :) Our love to all.......

Family Easter Egg Hunt

Last Saturday we had the Florida Family Easter Egg Hunt. It was a week early, but since Gramma and Aunt Robin were down visiting, we wanted to include them in the fun. The picnic was held at Sugar Sand Park in Boca Raton, and it was the perfect location. (Thanks, Cathy. Once again you did a great job organizing it!)

We do the hunt just a little bit different than the "original" family egg hunt. Since our kids (Nyssa, PJ and Becky) are all older, they hide the eggs for the adults to find. The winners are presented with themed gift baskets. (But of course, we're all winners!)

We have another tradition -- at every family picnic there's a water fight. This time, Gramma joined in.

There are lots more pictures posted on my family album, if you would like to check them out.