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Church With No Power. Or Was It?

Mar 15, 2010 | Read | 8 Comments

Major flooding, no power in the church, but the pews were filled anyway.

Where Love Never Melts and the Snowmen are Free

Feb 28, 2010 | Read | 14 Comments

Watching your childhood memories in the making makes me remember mine.

Buried Under the Snow: Snowdrops

Feb 27, 2010 | Read | 4 Comments

Snowdrops are the first sign of SPRING!

Time-Honored Sledding Tradition at Tommy’s Pond

Feb 12, 2010 | Read | 14 Comments

Tommy’s Pond in Metuchen is a popular little sledding spot these days!

Blizzard Day: The End

Feb 10, 2010 | Read | 3 Comments

Snowball fight, train to NY, nighttime on a blizzardy day.

Update: Blizzard by Afternoon

Feb 10, 2010 | Read | 4 Comments

More snow pictures from the blizzard of 2010.

Beginning of the Blizzard From My Window

Feb 10, 2010 | Read | 2 Comments

Check the blog later for an update. If the power stays on.

Walking in Metuchen on a Snowy Day

Feb 07, 2010 | Read | 17 Comments

It wasn’t exactly “snowmageddon” in Metuchen, but we had fun just the same!

Another Metuchen Halloween

Nov 02, 2009 | Read | 6 Comments

Eery Halloween threatening rain and swine flu had me just a bit melancholy. But it’s Brad’s birthday! Celebrate!

Don’t Forget to Turn Around

Oct 26, 2009 | Read | 7 Comments

I need my fix of fall color. I just do.

Leaf Peak in Roosevelt Park

Oct 25, 2009 | Read | 3 Comments

A slide show of fall colors. It’s peak time in New Jersey!

A Graduation Gift

Jun 29, 2009 | Read | 4 Comments

The middle school graduation of 2009. I am so proud of Bradley and all the members of his class!

Homeroom Wars

Jun 23, 2009 | Read | 5 Comments

Email me your name and homeroom teacher if you would like the link to the slide show page!

My Rainy Birthday

Jun 18, 2009 | Read | 27 Comments

I spent my rainy birthday taking pictures of my trees and protecting my camera from the rain.

Pushing for Greatness on the Last Track

Jun 16, 2009 | Read | 4 Comments

Lots of pictures of the last day of track and field, and the trophy ceremony too.

Under the New Oak Tree

Jun 14, 2009 | Read | 3 Comments

This tree was dedicated in memory of Michael Fuccile after the Fuce 5k, Metuchen’s first 5k Fun Run.

Junebug, the Sculpture

Jun 07, 2009 | Read | 5 Comments

The unveiling of the Junebug Sculpture in downtown Metuchen kicked off the annual Junebug Artfest.

More Track Action

Jun 06, 2009 | Read | 2 Comments

What a great way to start a Saturday!

High Jump, Long Jump

Jun 03, 2009 | Read | 7 Comments

At track and field last week, the kids learned a little about high jump, relay and long jump.

Learning and Discovery at the Edgar Art Gallery

Jun 02, 2009 | Read | 9 Comments

Highlights from the Edgar Art Gallery feature the art of 8th grade students.

Memorial Day in Metuchen

May 28, 2009 | Read | 78 Comments

“Heartland America at its very best!” “Everyone should see this slide show!”–comments

The Tulip Poplars are Blooming

May 24, 2009 | Read | 2 Comments

If you’re out and about Metuchen today, look up in the tall trees for tulip poplar blossoms.

A Complete Treat!

May 17, 2009 | Read | 6 Comments

Click here to see a fun slide show of the middle school drama club’s spring production.

Metuchen at Night

May 14, 2009 | Read | 1 Comment

I got trapped by darkness and took the long way home walking my bike and taking dark pictures.

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David: Thanks Julie! They all look so great! on Where Love Never Melts and the Snowmen are Free
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Abbie: Oh my gosh. That was beautiful. Many tears in my eyes. Thanks Julie. on Watch This. It’s Beautiful.

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