Ryland at 21 months.

Ryalnd is eating more solid foods these days. Here are a few that he will consistently eat:


pb&j sandwich
baby oatmeal
applesauce
grapes
yogurt
nutri gran bars
oranges
apples
grapefruit
crackers
french fries
chicken
cookies
carrots
raisins
bread/muffins/bagels
Cheetos
fishes
and...DIRT!

In loving memory of

Francis Walter Soich, Jr.
"Bub"
April 7, 1943-January 2, 1989

Todd was only 14 at the time his father passed away. He died in the early morning from a massive heart attack, while at home, with Sheila (his wife/Todd's mom) and Todd.

I obviously never got the opportunity to meet "Bub", but I periodically ask Todd about him. He always radiates the undenying pride he had for his father. Todd talks about how he loved to go to work with his Dad and what a hard working man he was (sometimes working more than one job at a time to help make ends meet). He remembers his parents having lunch together during the work day and spending time as a family. He speaks with such a wistful remembrance, a 14 year old stuck in time, of honor and respect for his dad.

Ryland was born on Bub's birthday and carries the middle name of Francis.

One of the last pictures taken at his work Christmas party 1988.

Todd and me at his grave site on our wedding day.

On this 20th year anniversary of his death I want to recognize the man that made Todd the man he is today; an amazing husband, loving father, dependable friend, hard working man, and faithful son. I know he is so proud of you Todd!

On your mark....

Ready....

Set....

Go....

Ryand thinks hands and utensils are overrated.

HAPPY 2009!

Jayden's first hunt

Jayden, Todd and Dad went turkey hunting. And it's called hunting for a reason...they didn't EVEN SEE ANY TURKEYS!

Merry Christmas 2008

black eyed peas, black eyed susans, black eyes

This would be number 3, before the age of two, just in case you're keeping track!

Brush-a, brush-a, brush-a

What's that you say?

Why is my little monster IN the sink?

Well you see he couldn't reach his toothpaste/toothbrush, using just his brother's stool, so he improvised.

Dental hygiene is very important in the Soich home!