So what are the plans for next year? I'd like to know when and where for next year so I can start getting siked about it, and have something to look forward to. I want to have plenty of time to build it up and be excited.... Especially now that it's getting cold, I think we should try and get some plans started that way Lisa and a dork( a.k.a. Loser, Sissy, Retard, Special Ed, Buttocks, or Billy) don't have to worry about it when their day gets closer. ( See picture Above lol)

Well hopefully we can all figure something out soon. Hope to see all of you again soon, and eat Chicken Tenders on Nanny's table...

Move In Day

Well we were digital camera-less on move in day, which sucks, but I'll get plenty of pictures later. Thanks to a team effort move in went relatively effortlessly and I'm happy to set that almost everything is set up and unpacked and only a little bit is left for me to do. For everyone who wasn't there, it looks great here (especially the flowery couch which I'm just about to cover up).

Nanny's table is at its new home now, and hopefully we can keep passing it down through everyone's move-ins so it can get plenty of use over these next years. I have to admit it felt like old times Saturday night with four kids sitting around the table stuffing food into our mouths. We had Billy here instead of Austin, and I think even Lisa would agree that despite Billy's off the wall antics, there's only one Austin (Billy definitely has his own established niche in the family already and it mainly centers around receiving constant threats of physical harm from members of the Ohio McNeill side of the family).

Look to see some pictures and video up as soon as I get my hands on someone's camera and a large memory card. Once I get that set up I'll get it produced by legendary film producer Austin McNeill (Producer of Beerfest: Kentucky Style). Also a big thank you to everyone who helped, because otherwise everything would still be in boxes at the old house. And to those that I didn't see this weekend you guys were smart because you didn't have to do any work, but next time you are in town you need to stop by and check everything out.

Butt

Butt is a Beautiful word, maybe the most beautiful. It can be used in many ways like talking about a persons' butt, or calling a person a name, who wouldn't love a word that versatile? Also I just want to say that picture was taken in a bad angle but my nose looks amazing. Probably the best looking McNeill nose that there is. Which means I have the best nose and Butt, of course. Also I'm sure that my uncle van's story is good but I'm sure that if we heard the story from anyone else it wouldn't be the same at all. Hope everyone is doing alright and I hope that Lisa and "that guy" are doing terrific with all the planning and gathering and invitations and all those things that will stress out our wonderful Lisa. Let me know if you need ideas for music selections! I got the down lows if you know what I mean.

"The Big Man"

In response to Billy's post - I wanted to add that the story has a touch of bathroom humor - which should peak the interest of Austin - who has had the ever-fascination with the word "butt" since we can remember.

On top of this humor - I guarantee that hearing it from Dad WILL be worth it. It is truly classic - an innocent "ride to work" story ends in an unexpected twist. And in case you question Dad's authority - he will surely set you straight (see pictures)

Now that everybody is chipping into the blog - it is becoming much more fun I must add. So now that I've got your attention - lets start really brainstorming again what we will do for MacFest this year. As you know, we've got a pretty crazy month of June :-) and I personally have very little vacation days to work with so I was wondering if we should shoot for May (depending on when school ends) or early July and do a 3 day weekend?

Look at your calendars and let me know what works. Also lets remember the following requirements we made at last years:

- Camping is required
- Chicken tenders will be on the menu
- We have to be able to "take over" the place ( I don't think we can fit into a standard campsite)
- We must have at least 1 storytelling night on the agenda
- Whatever it is must be competitive, and if it isn't we have to make it

Family is a beautiful THANG

First and foremost congratulations to Macman Ryan for getting his apartment. Please inform us when move in it and post pictures at your soonest convenience.

Lisa and I had the joy of going down to the Lake this weekend to pick up her car which got fixed by Lexington's finest (at a must lower cost I might add). I wanted to inform every MCNEILL that they need to CALL Van and ask him about his story that he told us at lunch on Friday that got me rolling. I list some snippets to lure you in. The story involves:

(1) his work

(2) a morning drive

(3) a large cup of coffee

(4) and finally an interesting encounter

Additionally, I want you to call him so that (1) he will see the light, like I have, of the vast amount of information that can be shared through this blog and (2) that he is the topic of most conversations. So don't be hesitant MCNEILLS call the Big man and ask him to tell you this story because its a dusey.

He has the looks, He is the brains, and Now he has the house. Ryan is now an official McNeill Chick Magnet.

If you need some pointers call me because I am The Man. I'm plannin on headin down and we can go out lookin for some HOT CHICKS...

To christen his new home we mush have a chicken finger dining experiance before it becomes an official McNeill Home. Call the Yankees when the chicken is ready.

We wish you the very best, and we are very proud of you.

What a Family I Have.....

Ryan, I can't tell you how excited I am for you. Don't forget Nanny Jean has Nanny Mac's kitchen table and it is yours for as long as you want it and then pass on when the next McNeill needs a table. I am sure it will serve you well. If I was a betting girl (oh I forgot, I am) I would say that it can still serve up super bacon sandwiches and gallons upon gallons of ice cream.

About the picture.....
I was the one that had to get up very early the 1st day of vacation to take Uncle Van to the dealership to drop off the caddy after she threw oil all the way down I-95! But I must confess, we were riding in style, I had an '08 sebring convertible and Uncle Van and I rode all over the beach with the top down. And yes boys, your mother made it look really good!

Austin, I know you are excited and proud of Ryan and that he would be an excellent roommate but please keep in mind.....failing out is not an option!!

Lisa, If you get a chance please email me the picture of your gown. I would love to see it.

Love you all, and remember, when all is said and done your family will still be there loving you unconditionally.