Christmas Holiday

We had a wonderful Christmas holiday filled with many Casazza siblings, in-laws, nieces, nephews, some 4 legged animals and of course Mom and Dad. We had everyone in attendance! Christmas dinner at Mom and Dad's was filled with plenty of Turkey, Ham, Mash Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole and Cranberry Sauce! The dessert came complete with Linda's Pies! Yum Yum Good :). The next day was Disney On Ice (Worlds of Fantasy). We went to Brunics for dinner first and I think everyone liked it. We took the family picture there. The Disney show was super. We saw Mickey and Minni, Cars, Ariel, Lion King and then Tinker Bell. It was a super holiday and I loved spending it with our family. One last thing; We finally found out who really took Paul's helicopter!

Casazza Family Pictures (Click on me!)

Aunt Lucy & Uncle Georgie Visit

Went up to see Aunt Lucy and Uncle Georgie again (was up their 3 weeks ago). Carolyn and Ricks's daughter, Judith, was heading back to Italy (US Navy Post) for another year. We got to see Sara (Judith's younger sister) this time. We had good conversation and good food. Plenty of cheese ravioli's for ME! In photo above is Uncle Georgie and Kathleen. We also spent some time looking at old photos and reminiscing.

Granddad is at it again!

Took the family and Ali down to Grandmom & Granddad's house yesterday. We got all the christmas decor up including the BIG Christmas tree (not that fiber glass thing). Ali and Kelsie did an excellent job setting it up and decorating it. We also put up the Nativity set from Linda & Don last year on top of the TV. Anthony did a nice with the scene effects. Outside flood lights are up along with front door wreath and side door candle. Windows candle light timers have all be reset. The boys were so stoked for Grandmom's cooking. She (and Kathleen) made Lasagna and Meatballs! We had a terrific time with Grandmom and Granddad. Granddad even got kisses from 2 of his favorite fans!

Lend a helping hand

Last week I decided to lend a helping hand by giving away free computer services to the St. Matthew's parish community. Fr. Walt was kind enough to add a write-up in the parish bulletin telling people about the free service and how to contact me. I've received a number of emails and calls and have started to help out the community. It's nice be able to give back and it's very rewarding to see people's expression when I return their computer from the dead.

Potato Boats...Yum Yum

Growing up, I remember many different meals my mom made us (7 children) at our dinner table. There were the Cheese Steaks Sandwiches, Lasagna, Ravioli, Zucchini Pies, Open Face BLT's and Potato Boats! What are Potato Boats? Only the best meal in the entire world!! My mom would skin the potatoes, cut them in half and carve out the middle. Then she would put in the special spinach filling and cook them in the oven. They were terrific and I can never get enough of them, yum, yum!

This time of year

This time of year can be so very busy for many of us with Christmas and New Years right around the corner. We find ourselves scheduled out to the max with all different kinds of tasks and duties. We waste little time getting hither and yon, honking and yelling at the world to "get out of my way!" and "what the heck is this guy doing driving 55mph?". We simply get so caught up and driven to get so much done, that we lose 5 years of our life due to the stress that comes with it. Why do we do this to ourselves? I don't know why but I do know one thing; I am not following along!