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Sevven — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 08:26:17 CDT

Jan. 18, 2007
I decided that I would write a daily blurb. Just random thoughts and ideas pertaining to my daily happenings.

I find it interesting the reaction from students on campus when they see children. I had to make a trip to campus today and of course Westley is always my sidekick and Erin happen to need me to take Arianna for a short time.

Now I am sure some of you are wondering why I would venture onto a busy campus with two children. My reasoning is I am a mother and I offered to meet a student who purchased a book on ebay from me. I did not find her unfortunately but I did have a interesting trip to campus.

One of the girls on campus working at the counter that sells a slew of candy and sugar drinks along with some fresh popcorn which is what we stopped for. (I needed something to slow the 2 down so they weren't running in to students on the way back to the car.) She commented on how cute Arinna was standing there darning a hot pink fuzzy coat and a clutch purse. I need something to slow the 2 down so they weren't running in to students on the way back to the car. One student trying not be too loud while looking at me said she must be embarrassed walking around here with those two kids. I personally think she should be embarrassed for making such a rude comment. What is wrong with children? or me being on campus with them? On the way back to the car both children holding popcorn bags and munching popcorn, I received a couple more comments about how cute they are and little giggles.

Well I have to head to class and it isn't on main campus thank goodness.

Jan. 19, 2007
Today I have to work on cleaning my house. Well let's just say it won't be what I would like it to be since the bathroom is still not complete and I do have drywall, tools and things littering my house. Life is to short to worry about that though. This morning I enjoyed the luxury of technology. Dan and I recently got cable box upgrade and we have DVR. I enjoy watching this show called Grey's Anatomy but it happens to be on Thursday evenings while I am in class. So I program the DVR to record the show and then I can enjoy it at my leisure.

Grey's Anatomy is a wonderful show and I enjoy it because it gives you a view into these individuals lives that are so much like our own lives but I mostly enjoy it because it provokes emotion. It makes me think about my life, the person I am and about how sensitive and loving I am. It makes me think about the people I love and care about. It makes me realize that life is too short. Don't get me wrong I do many things that have much meaning but there are the things I worry about that waste my time. Right now I have a 4 year old who is asking me to cuddle with him. That is very important.

Jan. 25, 2007

Ok so I am not so great at keeping a journal. Althought, I think I deserve credit for trying. Well I have caught Dan and Wes's cold. So I am not feeling very well and I have to go out to take Paige her lunch which I am dreading. I hope it passes soon though.
I have decided that I would focus on one major thought a day. Unfortunately I haven't come up with a great though today. But hopefully it will come to me before the day is through.

February 13, 2007
Blizzard, Chivarly or the absence of, and Retractable Air Pump Hoses

Well as you can see this has not been so daily. I should change it to just Crystal's Blog but for now I will just type. Okay so we are currently in a blizzard! School has been cancelled and the snow keeps accumulating. 29 years have pasted since the blizzard of 78' and if any of you remember 78' you will remember I was born that year. Now that I have dated myself back to this crazy weather.
Here is my story! Today I had to take Erin out to the store to get diapers and decided I had to stop at the gas station to get gas and put air in my tires. Well whoever invented those retractble hoses did not have women test them and I think I am gonna design a clamp to stop them from wanting to retract in while pumping. Those things have their way with me in ways that make me down right angry. I admit that it is my fault I did not have gloves but that snow was beating me in the face as I got out of the van. As I am getting out of the van a city truck of 3 men pull up right next to me and 2 men get out to go into the gas station. While the one driving was entertained I am sure by the young woman struggling with a air pump hose. I am in a tugging stance pulling at the hose and trying to get it to wrap around the side of the car so that I could squat down to put air in the tires. Well I realized I need more slack and that hose fighting me the whole time I finally stepped on part of it and filled that tire up. Now if I were the guy in the truck I would have gotten out and offered help. I hold the door for the elderly and offer to get things down off high selves. What is this world comming too! I am teaching my children about small acts of kindness and definitely chivalry to my son. BRING BACK CHIVARY!

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Sevven — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:18:26 CDT

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Anderson's New Addition

This look reminds me of the dramatic chipmunk. =)

Anderson Family Vacation Ended Sadly

Our son was on this side in the back of this our daughter on the right side.
I was in sheer terror and even worse once I approached the back of the vehicle
and saw this with my son slumped over smashed between his seat and the
seat in front of him he was not moving I thought he was dead.
The next picture will show the space he was in.

This picture shows the seat to the left was where our daughter was sitting
and our son in the right. The bench of my son's seat was curled up his side took the most impact.
The white thing behind his seat is the cooler flat as a pancake.
That and the other luggaged cushioned some of it.

Some of the injuries

Westley

Paige

Crystal's arm and leg.

I will have more I just need to lay down in a lot of pain right now.

Happy Valentine's Day
from the Anderson Family

BLIZZARD OF 2007

About 3:30 PM EST and the 3rd time the snow was shoveled for the day.
Danny in his snow gear!
2-13-07

(left)Evening shot outside the back of the house about 8:30 PM EST. 2-13-07
(right) The next morning! 2-14-07 Snow emergency level 3.
ALL SNOWED IN!

From the front yard 8:30 PM EST. 2-13-07

PAIGE DRESSED UP FOR CAREER DAY

Anderson family is remodeling check it out it even has it's own page

Also take a look at Paige's own site

http://scarypma.wetpaint.com

She has highlights of her cute moments and the biggest cookie she ever made.
I soon will be featuring pictures of me in the studio creating my masterpieces.
Keep checking back for the exciting and latest news.

Merry Christmas 2006

Westley and Paige preparing to open presents Christmas morning.

Paige is excited about her new camera!

Paige and Wes Great smiles!

Who is this rascally pup? The one the only MAGGY MO!
She is grandma's pup and we all love to snuggle her.

Westley and Danny!
Dad had to dress up if Wes had to wear a button down shirt!

Schwartz - Anderson Family

(LEFT TO RIGHT) Paige, Robert(papa), Danny, Westley, Uncie D, Mary(Mimi)
Photographer: Crystal

ANDERSON - KIFFEL FAMILY

That is one beautifully decorated Christmas tree!
Cheers for Rachel!

ANDERSON - KIFFEL SMACKDOWN 2006

This continued on for an hour!

Wes in mid air jump and Chelsea I think is reffing this fight.

Well the focus is bad but
Dad is giving Jim a BUSHWACKER ladies and gentlemen

Anderson's New Addition

Sevven — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:16:12 CDT

Cooper Lewis Anderson
born May 29th 2008
8lbs 2 ozs - 21 1/2 in.

Will add more....

Anderson's Easter

Sevven — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 19:37:54 CDT

Anderson's eggs check out R2D2, Darth Vader, and C2PO
Wes and Paige playing PSP snuggled on the couch! AWE!

Visiting Matt and Jenny in Florida

Sevven — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 19:19:57 CDT

Danny and Matt sunset in St. Petersburg	Sun-drenched Westley at Dinner
Jenny and Matt	Matt, Jenny, Danny, Wes, Paige
Paige and Danny	Westley

Crystal's Ceramic Work

Sevven — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 23:24:18 CST

Just a quick glimpse in the life of the artist.
My name is Crystal Anderson and I enjoy spending time with my husband and children, creating works of art, throwing clay, getting dirty, playing video games (yes I am a nerd but I am also the coolest mom says my son), and being in love with all of the things I just stated.

I will be featuring current work as it comes out of the kiln and meets my approval for showing. If there is anything that catches your eye and are intrested in purchasing drop me an e-mail at anderson2436@sbcglobal.net. I might be willing to part with it or if you have an idea of something you might want made inspire me.

Some pic's From Dad

Sevven — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 10:31:53 CST

Remodel

Sevven — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 22:10:57 CST

As many of you already know Dan and I are currently remodeling our one and only bathroom. We are hoping to start looking for a new bigger home with some land and some out buildings so that I can have a studio and maybe we can have a little cash crop.

So basically this is my sob page so please give me a little sympathy. =) Remodel started 1-04-06. Yes we have been without a shower or bathtub for that long. Thanks to mom and the YMCA we have avoided offending people but what a inconvience.

Just want to send some thanks out to Dad and Rachel for taking the kids for a few hours so we could concentrate just on the project. To Mom and Vic for letting us shower at the house and to Mark for helping us out even if we had to rehang a couple pieces of drywall. It will be all worth it in the end.

See that mess I dream nightly of it being completed. =)
More pics will come as the progress gets better if anyone who is checking this out wants to help by lending a hand or babysit please feel free to offer it up. We will be more than happy to take you up on that offer.

Middle stages of the remodel. Cleaned out the tub and the toilet had to come off several times. Glassblock window is great ejoying the privacy with the light comming through and no ugly shower curtian to cover it up.

We have made much progress still need to paint and frame and put the sink in. As you can see I was eager to put the shower curtain up so we could shower until. Hopefully I will be able to paint this weekend and we can then get the sink in. Then we will just have framing and storage to put in.

Remember this was all done by Dan with the help of our friend Mark and me. This was a major undertaking for us and DAMN we are good! Looks SHARP!

One more thing while I wss looking at this page I realized that the people advertising on this page are all bathroom remodeling sites. Cracks me up but very intresting to say the least.

Anderson - Kiffel Christmas Gathering 2006

Sevven — Thu, 28 Dec 2006 22:09:55 CST

Taylor and Chelsea hugging and giggling.	Erin and Nani giving loves.	I think nani is a tad tired.
Chelsea Chilling!	Nani wearing a couple of Westley's cars stickers.	Taylor checking Nani's stickers out.
Papa and Chelsea giving hugs and Mimi in the back giggling.	Papa and Westley wrestling.	Chelsea watching the wrestling.

Jim and Amy

Westley and Crystal before we left for Kiffel Gathering!


Dayna doesn't want her picture taken	Paige posing


Dan before we left the house.	Dan after we got to the gathering.

Picture Videos

Sevven — Wed, 27 Dec 2006 01:13:38 CST

These are some of my videos I created from pictures of my family.

PAIGE

WESTLEY