Mark, Where art thou?

It is pretty clear from the comments who in the family has the most internet literacy and who is still lacking. Anne, Dave, and Wayne have shown that in the older family demographic they stand out, at least in terms of web savvy.

Still silent are Joey, Sarah, and Maggie whose techno-savvy was even mocked by little john.

Still no appearance from Mark - despite pointed emails I sent to him. I even threatened to make him an object of ridicule if he kept ignoring the blog. So now I have been forced to follow through.

Mark, you have 2 days to join and constructively contribute to the blog. Until then, the pic stays posted. Furthermore, if you continue to ignore this mandatory family forum, I will divulge the full story behind the pic.

UPDATE:

I replaced the incriminating pic of Mark even though he was still late to post (see comments). The pic has not been expunged - I still have it in my "markleverage" folder.

Furthermore his comment barely meets the "constructive" clause I added. Mark, we know you are busy on Friday night with the rehearsal and Saturday before the reception (writing your speech), but what about Thursday and Sunday?

Based on the feedback I have gotten, it seems that a catamaran trip may be pushing it. Sunday would be the best day and too many people are moving in too many directions.

But at a minimum, Inez and I are having a barbeque on Friday in Newton, the Mullins and Merkles will obvious be at the rehearsal dinner, but everyone is invited.

Other stuff. Cathy and Dan, inlanders that they are, are intent on going to the beach for the day on either Thursday or Friday. I am sure they would like company.

Maggie and Ryan get in on Friday (flying to Providence) and are leaving Monday.

I saw that Louise and Jeff are driving down earlier in the week. Y'all are welcome to stop by in Newton anytime on the way. That goes for Katie and Garrett too (are you guys driving up?). If your driving, Garrett bring your clubs and we should be able to get 9 holes in between the ceremony and the reception.

Still waiting to hear from Helena, Vanda, Julie, Maggie, Joey, Sarah.

Jenn's Shower

Although I wasn't there, I am sure a good time was had by all.

They should have done a "Jack and Jill" shower though.

Word is that when registering, Kevin held the "gun" (scanner) and had some pretty militant stances on place setting color schematics and the fung shwe of their linens.

Kevin and Jenn's Wedding

The wedding will be here before you know it.

For you disorganized relatives, they have set up a website with all of the pertinent info.

I have some questions for y'all.

1) What are everybody's itineraries? When is everyone coming in and when are they leaving?

2) I heard that the Whites are coming and staying at the Cape for a week? Can this be confirmed? If so, which week - precededing or following?

3) I had the idea of renting a catamaran in Newport. Is there any interest in this? Sunday would seem like the best time, but Friday is a possibility as well.

4) Does anyone else have any ideas? A barbeque in Newton at my new place? Golf?

5) Is Maureen bringing all three of her boys (Colin, Brendan, and Tom)? And if not, can we get the petition started on Colin and Brendan at least?

As for me, Inez, and little john, we will be moving to Newton for August 1st and hope to be all settled in by the wedding. I can't wait until Kevin and Jenn are married - it will be so convenient to have an old married couple nearby that can babysit john in a pinch or weekly (Friday nights?).

Liz's Shower

Wow. 3.5 generations. Thanks for the pic Anne.

I can't remember if Liz is having a boy or a girl? Anyone? In the case of a boy I am partial towards the name Ludwig.

Why is Mark so "Eligible"?

This webmaster recently had dinner with Mark . Mark turned the dinner into a monologue on his dating/social life. I interrupted and proposed that maybe he date a "professional" woman that wasn't a communist. That suggestion was completely brushed aside.

Mark has also said that he won't date any girl beyond size 6 or that is from Worcester. I guess the fact that almost all of his family (including his parents) grew up in Worcester is lost on him.

Does anyone else have suggestions for him? After all, dating decisions shouldn't be left to him anymore - he had his chances.

Family Forum is now OPEN

This blog is an outgrowth of the tremendous success of little's john's website. If someone wants to make fun of Tim's hair, Mark's lovelife, Uncle John's golf swing, .... this is the outlet.

Also normal congratulations, compliments, and civil dialogue will be tolerated here in small doses and under the discretion of the webmaster.