Hank's Dream

2011-10-05T09:45:00.001-05:00

Is it talent? Or is it the shoes? Soccer 2011!!

2011-10-02T17:38:00.001-05:00

With Ethan at the apple orchard!

2011-09-24T11:26:00.001-05:00

Checking out the Cavalia horses!

2011-09-23T10:22:00.001-05:00

First day of gymnastics!

2011-08-12T17:39:00.001-05:00

Joey and me at the St. Paul Snowman!

2011-07-29T15:10:00.000-05:00

T-ball 2011

2011-07-26T21:18:00.002-05:00

Green Mouth

2011-07-26T11:31:00.001-05:00

Palmer and I were at the Hanover Rodeo a couple weeks ago. We each had a green Popsicle type of treat. It was very yummy, and we LOVED ending up with green teeth and tongues. Full disclosure: Mom was testing her phone to try to remember which button to push to post to this here blog.

Until we meet again,

HAJ

Long Time No See

2011-07-26T11:29:00.000-05:00

Here's the deal, I know I haven't posted in a while, and quite frankly...its all my mom's fault. She's ~~lazy~~ busy with work, and she kind of forgot about the whole thing. Which is tragic really. She's thinking she'll get back on this bloggin' train. Not at the frequency as before, but a couple times a week/month. How does that sound? Is there anyone out there!?!? Have I lost all of you? Hello? Hello? Testing...1...2...

So anyway, I'm FIVE now. I know. Landmark year. My world is starting to open up for me. A lot more responsibilities and opportunities. I'm excited to get started and start sharing again with you! I can't get you caught up all in one post, so there will be a mix of catching up on a few key items, along with cutting edge news of current events.

Thank you if you're still out there....
HAJ

Henry Getting a Video Message From Santa!!

2010-12-17T12:25:00.000-06:00

Henry Mastering Free Style

2010-12-04T13:41:00.000-06:00

Meteorologist Henry

2010-11-14T08:24:00.001-06:00

Back Strokin' Mach-een!

2010-11-09T12:44:00.002-06:00

Like an Old Pair Of Socks

2010-11-04T15:12:00.000-05:00

I went to Mom's old office with her for lunch today. We got to see old friends, who I didn't totally remember, and to meet a new one. The cute baby up there is Neve, she's mom's friend's new baby. She's very sweet and very cute! She didn't even cry once! It was great to see all of the people that Mom used to work with, and I loved playing office with all of their equipment. Especially using the copy machine, and sitting in the big chairs behind the big desks.

I know I haven't updated in awhile, but as you can tell from the photo above, some things still haven't changed. I still don't like having my picture taken, and I still have a touch of the shys. Mr. Gunkelman wanted a picture with Neve and me, and this was the best I could do. I hope to grow out of this, once I hit my fives.

I love being free, it's the best way to be,

HAJ

Throw Me!

2010-08-27T15:29:00.000-05:00

I mean, is there really anything better than being thrown in the air by your daddy into a pool? I could do this ALL DAY!

Slippery When Wet,
HAJ

Henry's Was Gross, While Joey's was Close!

2010-08-23T08:43:00.000-05:00

Here's a shot of Joey and I at the Turtle Races in Nisswa, MN. It was actually really fun, and funny, until it was my turn to go up there. I had a little bought with my shyness again, but I think next year....WATCH OUT!!

I see the light,
HAJ

Swimming Up North on Vacation

2010-08-21T15:17:00.001-05:00

Just got back from the annual Erlenbusch vacation up north in Brainerd, MN. As usual we had a great time! I have a few pics and a few videos to share. Thought I'd start with this one. Mom got the giggles at this one as it looks like I am just running out of cement to run on as I run into the pool. Also, I like to show off my swimming skillz. Dig it.

He's so bright, his father calls him son,
HAJ

Favorite Jockey

2010-08-09T20:08:00.002-05:00

My favorite jockey, Nik Goodwin.

Watching My Heroes

2010-08-09T20:07:00.002-05:00

Waiting for my heroes!

Trail A Bike

2010-08-01T14:19:00.002-05:00

Trail-A-Bike!

Bravery On a Zip Line

2010-07-13T09:23:00.001-05:00

Henry's Jumping Off the Diving Board

2010-07-12T18:33:00.001-05:00

Henry Has a New Love For Lake Livin'

2010-07-06T09:44:00.002-05:00

I Don't Wanna Hold Your Hand

2010-07-06T09:43:00.001-05:00

Getting a Little Help From My Dad

2010-07-02T09:01:00.003-05:00

Perfect Putter

2010-07-02T09:01:00.002-05:00

Learning the Big Hit

2010-07-02T09:00:00.001-05:00

Big Hitter

2010-06-29T14:28:00.001-05:00

Diving With Cousins

2010-06-28T16:05:00.001-05:00

Swimming Lessons - Session Little 3!

2010-06-24T16:49:00.005-05:00

Henry just started his second session of swimming lessons last week! He's doing so well and we're so proud! I thought I'd share a couple of videos to get you up to date on his progress! He even graduated from a "Little 2" to a "Little 3"! His dad had tears in his eyes he was so proud!

Scoops and Kicks

2010-06-24T16:49:00.004-05:00

Diving for Rings!

2010-06-24T16:49:00.003-05:00

Singing Happy 4th Birthday

2010-06-21T19:45:00.001-05:00

Breakfast Time!

2010-05-21T09:39:00.002-05:00

I'm very excited for Mom and Dad to come see me today!

Track Time With Grandpa

2010-05-16T15:38:00.002-05:00

At the track with Grandpa!

Hauling Stuff

2010-05-15T15:13:00.002-05:00

Helping grandpa!

Ahhh, Gator Time!

2010-05-14T16:46:00.002-05:00

VACATION!!!

Have You Seen My Cow?

2010-05-13T12:26:00.002-05:00

Has anyone seen my cow?

No Sugar Bugs!

2010-05-11T09:41:00.002-05:00

Second dentist appointment! I even let her polish my teeth and I have NO cavities!

I Need a Pool, STAT!

2010-05-09T15:47:00.002-05:00

Just buy me a pool already, for pete's sake!

My First Twins Game (New Stadium)

2010-05-06T09:30:00.000-05:00

Yesterday I went to my first Twins game in the new stadium, Target Field. We had a great time and Mom let me bring my friend Ethan to the game with us! We sat one row behind the dugout and got to see all the players up close. I even saw my favorite, Nick Punto. But I call him Nicki because I have a good vibe with him. Ethan even caught a baseball thrown to him by Miguel Cabreras of the Detroit Tigers. How cool is that? We had the best time, nothing like a day out at the ballpark!

Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound,

HAJ

PS - Seems they've changed a few things on formatting this here blog, so I that will explain the

new layout here.

Seersucker....Check!

2010-05-01T09:59:00.002-05:00

Got my seersucker on and ready for the derby!

Swimming Lessons Day 3

2010-04-02T12:50:00.001-05:00

Yesterday was my third swimming lesson, and things are really starting to come around. I got right in the pool with no problems, and I'm really starting to have fun. I am good at moving my arms, and I'm good at kicking, but I can't seem to do both at the same time. I'm workin' on it though. Mom said she had the same trouble, I guess its hereditary. Enjoy!

The real McCoy,

HAJ

Here's My Favorite Horse

2010-03-30T16:45:00.002-05:00

A man and his horse.

Swimming Lesson Day 2

2010-03-25T15:00:00.001-05:00

Things went better at swimming lessons today. I really like it, and Mom said she's so proud of me! I thought I'd share a few videos of me showing off my skills...

Try as hard as you can,

HAJ

First Day Of Swimming Lessons...a Little Touch and Go

2010-03-18T12:49:00.001-05:00

This was me at the beginning of the lesson. Mom was slightly freaking (inside). Visions of last year's gymnastic lessons dancing in her head.

This is my teacher and the other kids in my class. In the water, learning, and having fun.

Then something happened. A really good teacher grabbed me and took me in the water and made me feel comfortable....and that's me up there...on my back... SWIMMING!!! Next week Mom said she'd bring the video camera and get some real action shots! I just love swimming!

Independent as a hog on ice,

HAJ

Getting Better....

2010-03-18T12:37:00.004-05:00

Breakfast With Gammy!

2010-03-06T11:09:00.001-06:00

Breakfast with Gammy at Henry's Cafe!

Little Jimmy the Greek!

2010-03-04T14:03:00.001-06:00

At the track with Gammy! Big winner!

I'm Moving So Fast In My Mind

2010-03-01T11:56:00.000-06:00

HAJ

Lunch Date With Mama!

2010-02-26T13:02:00.001-06:00

Lunch date with Mom at Henry's cafe!

Put a Whip On 'Er!

2010-02-25T17:48:00.001-06:00

Put a whip on 'er!

I Wanna Be a Jockey

2010-02-23T20:26:00.001-06:00

When I grow up I wanna be a jockey!

BINGO!

2010-02-23T19:26:00.001-06:00

Bingo Tuesday!

Race Cars

2010-02-21T09:31:00.001-06:00

Sunday morning reading.

ZINGO!!

2010-02-19T15:47:00.001-06:00

Playing a hot game of Zingo with Mom!

Hot Chocolate With My Best Pal

2010-02-13T18:22:00.001-06:00

A little warm hot chocolate after an afternoon of ice fishing.

Baking Cookies With Brookie

2010-02-12T14:09:00.001-06:00

Making Valentine cookies with Brookie!

First Snow Mobil Ride!

2010-02-11T16:55:00.001-06:00

First snowmobile ride!

A Blast From Mom's Past

2010-02-07T18:29:00.001-06:00

Playing Lite Brite!

Cheeky

2010-02-02T13:14:00.001-06:00

Rosey cheeked boy!

Cute Cousin Kyle

2010-02-01T19:55:00.000-06:00

A few weeks ago, my cousin Jerid (shown left) and his beautiful wife Ashley came to town for a visit. Then my cute cousin Kyle and my drummer cousin Casey came over too! We played horsies, and watched football, and ate tacos. It was great! If you'd like to read more about it, check out Cute Cousin Kyle's new blog. It should be a good one to check out from time to time. Kyle is quite funny and always has an interesting take on life.

Footloose and Fancy Free, HAJ

Sledding In the Front Yard

2010-02-01T19:25:00.001-06:00

Sledding in the front yard!

Ice Fishing

2010-01-30T15:19:00.001-06:00

Ice fishing with uncle Jerrid!

Scuba Diving

2010-01-30T10:52:00.001-06:00

Going for a swim!

Horse Racing In January

2010-01-29T14:06:00.001-06:00

Hess Trucks

2010-01-27T17:03:00.001-06:00

Playing with my trucks. Thank you Grandpa Cokie.

Kenpo Henry

2010-01-25T11:00:00.002-06:00

HAJ

Merry Christmas

2009-12-22T16:27:00.001-06:00

Merry Christmas from me and my cousin Joey!

Gingerbread and Candy

2009-12-17T08:00:00.000-06:00

Mom and I decorated a gingerbread house today. I say "decorated" because we didn't bake it, we bought a kit, and just decorated it all Christmas-y like.

Lock, stock, and barrel,
HAJ

Taking Flight

2009-12-16T08:00:00.002-06:00

I fly through the air with the greatest of ease.

HAJ

Free Style

2009-12-15T08:00:00.000-06:00

Let me show you how its done.

HAJ

Toot Song

2009-12-14T08:00:00.000-06:00

Rooty toot toot and a' rum a tum tum, Henry is a farting...machine.

HAJ

PS - Mom taught me this one!

They're All For Me!

2009-12-09T19:20:00.001-06:00

Someone left all these presents under our tree! They're all for me!

HAJ

Tailgating Before the Cowboys Game

2009-11-22T17:18:00.002-06:00

Tailgating before the big game!

At the Races

2009-11-21T16:09:00.002-06:00

Nothin' beats chocolate milk at the track!

Winter Swimming

2009-11-21T16:08:00.001-06:00

Swimming outside in November.

Cowboys Helmet

2009-11-19T17:27:00.001-06:00

Today I went to the new Cowboys stadium in Texas! Romo for president.

Check Out My Choppers

2009-11-06T08:00:00.001-06:00

Yesterday was my first dentist appointment. I'm going to be honest with you, I was scared. And I mean scared. I hate it when grown ups try to tell me, "Its not scary, its fun!" Whatever. Have they seen that huge chair, or the big bright lights, or the weird metal tools they use? Anyway, after a bit of warm up time, it actually wasn't too bad. I got to brush the teeth of a crocodile, I showed the dental assistant how I brush my teeth, and I even opened up my mouth so she could count my teeth. At the end I picked up a prize from their treasure chest. It really wasn't bad at all. Dare I say, it was even *fun*. Well, at least its over for another 6 months.

Well, that beats a poke in the eye with a sharp stick,
HAJ

Safety First

2009-11-05T09:08:00.001-06:00

Harder than Chinese algebra,
HAJ

Halloween Revealed

2009-11-04T11:41:00.004-06:00

Turns out, Daddy took a couple pictures of me and my pals at our Halloween party at school last week. I'm not saying I kept this information from Mom, but she also didn't ask. Its a two way street people. I wasn't exactly thrilled with wearing this costume, as you can see. But check out these crazy kids!

Quit while you're ahead,
HAJ

Froggy Witches

2009-11-03T11:12:00.001-06:00

Thank you Gammy and Gpa Jack for the singing Witchy Frogs! I love them, and listen to them all the time. I also took them to school to show all my friends. Thanks again for thinking of me, and I'll see you in a couple weeks! Wahoo!

See the light at the end of the tunnel,
HAJ

Hallow-What? Who? Where? Why?

2009-11-02T11:26:00.002-06:00

Well, Halloween was kind of a bust for me this year. I just wasn't interested at all. And quite frankly, its just down right scary. I mean, have you seen all those pirates and ghosts running around out there? Not me, man. I'm staying far, far away from that whole deal. Maybe next year.

That'll turn your head,
HAJ

PS - Since I wouldn't put my costume on, we don't have pictures to share. But Mom is still trying to get me to put it on, so maybe one day...if you're lucky...

Pumpkin Patcher

2009-10-30T13:59:00.007-05:00

I got to go to my first pumpkin patch the other day. There were pumpkins as far as the eye could see. I refused to pose for a nice photo while picking out my pumpkin. But others were more cooperative. We'll be carving that puppy up today, and showing 'er off for the big day tomorrow! More pictures to come of the after product.

From the word go,
HAJ

Traveling

2009-10-21T13:53:00.001-05:00

Travel day!

Adventures In Gator Driving

2009-10-20T21:05:00.000-05:00

Is It Time Yet? Is It Time Yet?

2009-10-13T20:30:00.001-05:00

Me: Mom, it's snowing! Is Santa coming?
Mom: No.
Me: Tomorrow?
Mom: No.
Me holding up three fingers: This many days?
Mom: No.
Me: You show me how many.
Mom flashes her ten fingers around about a million times and mumbles something about how telling me in June that Santa comes after it snows made sense at the time.

HAJ

Who Doesn't Love a Parade?

2009-10-10T11:11:00.002-05:00

I.....love a parade! Especially when its 29 degrees and 15 degrees wind chill! Thankfully I come from hearty stock. Hey, we made it an hour. That's respectable people!

Empty as your head,
HAJ

A Different Drummer

2009-10-05T10:04:00.001-05:00

I live my life to the beat of a different drum(mer),

HAJ

Lazy Morning

2009-10-02T08:51:00.001-05:00

It costs a little extra for this view every morning.

Potty Break

2009-09-27T16:36:00.001-05:00

Had to pull over for a pee emergency.

Look At This Cool Hat

2009-09-26T13:48:00.001-05:00

We're Up and Running

2009-09-26T10:58:00.002-05:00

Figured out how to blog from iPhone! We're back in bid-ness!

HAJ

Look Out Lance

2009-09-24T10:17:00.004-05:00

Guess what I did today? Mom and I went for a bike ride together. Well, she ran, (and I use the term "ran" loosely. She basically jogged in place) while I rode my bike next her. The plan was to go a mile. Is that a lot for a three year old? I'm not sure. Well, I made it 3/4 of a mile before I told her I was tired. So she pushed my bike home and I ran the last 1/4. Honestly! It was great. Now I just need some running shoes because these Crocs just aren't cuttin' the mustard.

I can just see it now. Fifteen years from now I'm going to be on Oprah, and she's gonna ask me, "So when did you start biking?" And I'll say, "Well Oprah, its actually a funny story. My mom decided she thought maybe she wanted to be a runner, and she hated pushing me in a stroller while she ran. So at THREE, she started me out biking a mile while she ran. Child abuse? Maybe. Fun? For sure!!!!"

Crunch time,
HAJ

PS - I rode my big boy bike, not my trike as shown above. Hey, let's get together and try to think of a better name for my new bike. Its draggin' me down typing "big boy bike" all the time.

Sometimes Its the Brakes

2009-09-23T11:41:00.003-05:00

You aren't going to believe this, in fact that what I told Mom: "I can't believe I have a big boy bike, Mama. I can't believe it." But Daddy found this bike in some one's yard and it had a "FREE" sign on it! So he picked that right up, took it to the bike shop to get it fixed up and surprised me with it yesterday! I really love it, but with my old trike, when you pedalled backwards, the bike went backwards. With this thing, it puts on the brakes. It gets to be a little more than frustrating sometimes, but Daddy says to stick with it and I'll be going as fast as Mommy one of these days.

He stuck to me like a fart in a phone booth,
HAJ

Month 39 Archives

2009-09-21T13:37:00.003-05:00

Dear Henry,

Today you are 39 months old. You are a rambunctious, crazed, energized three year old. You've grown more challenging now that you're three. You have more opinions, and you're not afraid to pass them on to anyone who will listen.

Your shyness is really getting a lot better. I still wish you didn't need quite so much warm up time, but you're really coming along. A few funny phrases that are part of your every day language includes: "Oh man!", "I'm going to bust you!", "Don't freak out!". You're sassing off a little. You want to put me or your dad in time-out all the time. I've lowered down the hammer and have put YOU in time-out every time you say it. And amazingly, it almost never happens anymore. I've also starting incorporating yoga breathing, (for you AND me) when you're starting a tantrum. We do 10 deep breaths, and again amazingly, afterwards every body is calm.

You are really into riding your bike. Unfortunately for you, we live on a giant hill, with a giant hill drive way, and no sidewalks on our street. So you're a bit limited as to where you can ride. Daddy and I will back our cars out of the garage so you can ride around in there. Fortunately, you're still on a trike, and you don't mind the small quarters. In fact, you really seem to enjoy when I am sitting in a chair in the middle of the garage and you ride circles around me all day long. I love it how, (and so does your Grandma), you never get on your bike without your helmet. You say, "I have to be safe, Mom." Keep it up Buddy.

Besides horses and baseball, you do like watching a little TV. OK, maybe a lot, but you'd still always rather be outside, so I'm OK with it. Your favorite shows right now are Imagination Movers, Scooby-Doo, and Phineas & Ferb. I love P&F too, so its fun to watch it with you. You laugh at some things, and I laugh at somethings. Its a perfect match!

Well, that's a pretty good wrap up of your life these days Kiddo. The weather is getting cooler, so we'll be inside more. I'm looking forward to going to the pumpkin patch, going sledding, and putting you on a plane for a couple vacations to Texas this winter. Even though you've done them all before, its going to be like the first time, and I'm looking forward to hearing your play by play account.

Love you Boogie,
Mama

Want Fries With That?

2009-09-14T12:26:00.003-05:00

I just love to pretend that I'm working at a fast food restaurant and take people's orders. I ask them if they want hamburgers or tacos. Would they like ketchup? How about mustard? Any ranch? I really could do it all day long. Hmmm, maybe this is my calling. Watch out Ronald McDonald.

mind your own business,
HAJ

Biker Boy

2009-09-11T08:00:00.001-05:00

Mom said I have to practice, and when I get good, she'll buy me a big boy bike!

Nervous as a cat in a room full of rocking chairs,
HAJ

PS - Happy 29th Birthday Uncle Addison!

Now, More From Back At the Ranch

2009-09-10T09:08:00.003-05:00

Life wasn't meant to be easy,
HAJ

Nine Nine Nine

2009-09-09T11:15:00.009-05:00

Nine #1 - Happy birthday to my GREAT Gpa W! He is 86 years young this year and I love him very much. When I visit him he always lets me check out all of his baseball stuff, and more importantly he lets me ride his scooter. Love you Gampa.

Nine #2 - Happy birthday Big J! While he is one of my most favorite people in the world, and super fun and a great coach, the best thing he ever did was marry my cute Auntie M. So even though its your birthday Big J, maybe you should take your cute wife out for dinner just cuz.

Nine #3 - Happy birthday to Brookie! She's the greatest! She always has time to spend with me. She is always thinking of me by setting up play dates and always bringing me a toy or a treat. I hope she knows how much I appreciate every little stitch of it. She's so fun and thoughtful, and I just really hope she has the best day ever!

Love,
HAJ