Essay Portion

Alright, technically mom and dad are the winners, but they can work together on the essay portion since they're kind of a team. The other finalist is Betsey. Just write your answer in the comments section and of course don't copy the answer because I will clearly know and disqualify everyone. The question is...

If I were to win the lottery (say $250 million plus) what would I do with it? Feel free to write as much or as little as you like, longer is not necessarily better though. And anyone else can answer this too if they want. In the case of a tie there will be a question to decide the winner. Good luck.

MORE Garage pic.

I'm shooting for the Gimbel Family Forum's first annual MVB award.

How well do you know me (karl). Take this quiz and find out. Record your answers to yourself and in a short time the correct answers will be posted for you to compare. The two top scorers will advance to take an essay test to see who knows me the best. Good luck.

1. Other than basketball, what sport did Karl participate in during high school?
A. Baseball
B. Track
C. Football
D. Soccer

2. Karl has worked at all these places except…
A. Little Caesar’s
B. Driggs Farms
C. Dolco
D. Kroger

3. Karl applied to three colleges: Indiana, Purdue, and…
A. Brigham Young University
B. Indiana-Purdue Fort Wayne
C. University of Wisconsin
D. University of Montana

4. Karl’s intramural teams in college are called the…
A. Broncos
B. Braves
C. Decatur Gators
D. Bulls

5. Karl’s first NBA jersey was of what player?
A. Scottie Pippen
B. Shaquille O’Neal
C. Michael Jordan
D. Bernard King

6. How many summers has Karl worked at GM?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

7. What was Karl’s high school graduation ranking?
A. 26th
B. 34th
C. 45th
D. 51st

8. Karl played for what Decatur Football League team?
A. Bears
B. Cowboys
C. Colts
D. Steelers

9. Karl’s first flight was to…
A. Rusty’s wedding
B. Florida for spring break
C. Betsey’s wedding
D. Los Angeles for the 4th of July

10. Karl has had how many speeding tickets?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

11. Karl lost to whom for Homecoming King?
A. Ryan Kable
B. Tyler Fullenkamp
C. Sean Cook
D. Preston Russett

12. Karl lost to whom for Prom King?
A. Ryan Kable
B. Tyler Fullenkamp
C. Sean Cook
D. Preston Russett

13. Karl completed GRABAAWR how many times?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

More Garage pic.

Too soon?

Jay didn't think I looked bummed out enough in this picture. In fact he said that I look like I was posed with some post-modern big-game, so he adjusted the picture. "Look ma! I bagged me a Saturn!"

Truth be told if I look like I'm smiling it's because I'm glad we didn't hit anyone else on the road. L-U-C-K-Y!

Subsequently, the car was declared a total loss, so Meridth and I are in the market. hopefully it can happen soon, but I don't want to buy the first heap a' crap that strikes my fancy. Thank goodness Ryan's up north where he can supply me with sage-like car advice. Thanks man.

Anyway, thought it was a fun bit of photoshopping.

dumb survey junk...

I think dumb surveys can be fun. I'm just writing this off the top of my head though so it probably won't be all that good. I'm just kind of bored.

1. First CD you bought/received?
2. Last CD you bought/burned/received
3. Last movie you saw in theaters?
4. Last book you read?
5. First concert?
6. Last concert?
7. TV show you don't miss?
8. Favorite childhood christmas present?
9. Last sporting event attended?
10. In what car did you take your drivers test?

Not fair

Emily got to meet Scott Skiles at work the other day. For those of you who don't know, that's the head coach of the Chicago Bulls. He lives in Bloomington during the off season. She said it was really embarrassing because her boss kind of interupted his conversation to introduce emily, the big bulls fan. She just said that she would be watching next season and good luck. GO BULLS!!!!

In honor of Jack

I thought I would post some shots from when we took Jack to Great America for the McDonalds Family Day. He was three and we had a great time enjoying the rides with no crowds.

Happy 8th Birthday!

xo!
- M & B

Happy Birthday Jack!

Happy Birthday today to Jack Marquardt! Teressa and Tom's oldest son is 8 years old today! I was going to scan a picture of Jack (along with Teressa, Tom and Justin) that I have from Stacey and David's wedding, but I am being lazy today...so if anyone has a picture of Jack, post away!

Happy 8th Birthday to Jack!!!

The Garage is GONE

Here are some pictures of what the homestead looks like without the garage! I left for work on Tuesday, and when I got home, it was all gone. Then, on Wednesday, the cement trucks came and laid the footing for the block that will form the foundation of the structure. One of the cement trucks got stuck in the former alley driveway. They had to use the other cement truck to get him out. They will start laying block next Monday, so I'll have more pictures then.

Pick your Honda

In lieu of my job offer (and as a ploy to get some lagging bloggers to comment) I want you to pick what Honda product you would most like. Cars, generators, engines, jets... let me know what you want and why.. and I think saying you want the jet cause you'd sell it for the most money is lame. I'm going to pick the acura TL because it's pretty. i think they have an S-type too so I'd take that. Cool people. comment me up. And that means everyone.

Happy Birthday, Chloe!

Happy Happy Birthday little Chloe. It's hard to believe that you're already 5 years old! Uncle Brandon and I can remember meeting you for the first time. You were so tiny and small. Now you're growing up and going to kindergarden. I hope you have a fabulous day. We're thinking about you and love you very much!

Kisses!
- Aunt Margie & Uncle Brandon

Let's Hear It for KARL!

Just got a call from the little brother. He got an offer from Honda! He's going to have a job after he graduates. The haircut must have worked.

We love you, Karl and are so incredibly proud of you!

xo
-M

Hey Dad...

My friends want some of your mexican lasagne. They told me to get the recipe, but I don't think they understand you just walk up and down the isles at the grocery store and load in stuff you like. So you should whip up a batch and send it overnight mail. ;)

This Did Happen to Us...

...and it could happen to you too!

NEVER DRIVE EVER EVER IF YOU ARE FEELING DROWSY! PULL OVER FOR A NAP!

Meridth and I were extremely lucky that we weren't hurt and I just wish I could say the same of the L100. I was sleepy, drifted out of the left lane toward the meridian, overcorrected and ended up travelling latereally into an embankment of soft dirt on the right shoulder. We hit it going relatively slowly and tipped oved and rolled just 180 degrees. In other words, we were super-duper lucky. None of the airbages deployed. None of the glass smashed out. There were no other cars involved and we managed to miss all the signs. Meridth and I are a bit banged up and I figure we'll be black and blue for a while, but none the worse for wear. Anyway, more pics: