Revolving doors or who's sleeping at Syd's

Grandchildren

2011-10-02T12:17:00.003-04:00

Nellie and Larry went out west for the weekend and Mary Jo and I have the two sets of twins. The kids are really a pleasure to be with and I can't believe how polite they are.

By By Birdie

2011-07-08T18:08:00.002-04:00

Our wonderful niece Anna has spent some time with us at The Cabin as she adjusted to the fast paced life style of the metropolitan area. Anna has just purchased her first home and is about to start her next adventure. It has been a real pleasure spending the past few years with Anna and where very proud of all she has accomplished in such a short time. God bless you Anna and good luck with this new undertaking!

Summer 2010

2010-08-14T07:17:00.006-04:00

I know as we get older time seems to go faster but this is ridiculous!! A day seems like a normal day but at the end of the week it seems like it flew by and by the end of a month forget about it!!

Isabel and Carmina

2010-08-01T09:54:00.002-04:00

Isabel and Carmina have arrived from Munich, Germany for a Holiday and picked The Cabin as their first stop.

Syd's Garden

2010-07-25T18:27:00.003-04:00

This year our garden has really produced, The hot July and root only watering has paid off!

Family Reunion 2010

2010-07-25T18:09:00.002-04:00

The family reunion was a lot of fun, We ate, We drank and we fooled around.

Early Summer 2010

2010-07-10T18:47:00.004-04:00

Wow time is sure flying. Caleigh, Charlotte and Amelia are all over 8 months old. Thomas and William are 2 1/2 already the rest of the grandkids know how old they are. Colin, John and Chris are all my pride and Joy

Nanuet Pizza

2010-02-28T08:55:00.002-05:00

We had a little Pizza party and all the babies were invited.

Winter 1010

2010-02-27T08:30:00.002-05:00

Old winter has been blowing around a lot this winter. The past few days have been very interesting. Matthew and Anna saved the day and my back!!! Thank you both for what you did.

Kim, Matt and Caleigh

2010-02-25T21:56:00.005-05:00

Kim and Matt have just become the parents of a beautiful baby girl Caleigh. She is so sweet and lovable and we are so blessed to be given such a special gift. Were very proud to be her grandparents!!!

Kim has given us a beautiful little Peanut.

Nellie,Larry, Charlotte and Amelia

2010-02-25T21:47:00.006-05:00

Nellie and Larry have given us two very beautiful brand spanking new granddaughters. Little Charlotte and Amelia. What a gift to be given to us. Thank you!!!

A lot has happened since the last time I was here. Here a few shots of Nellie and the twins.

Halloween 2009

2009-11-14T11:28:00.003-05:00

Halloween at the Cabin.

Soup Picnic

2009-11-14T10:58:00.003-05:00

This years soup picnic was one of the best.

Family Reunion

2009-07-26T14:23:00.005-04:00

The yearly family reunion is taking place this weekend. We are having a great time and weather has been wonderful.

Golden tests the new swing

2009-07-11T16:13:00.002-04:00

MaryJo has been complaining about the bigger grandsons using the twins swing. Today we installed a swing for the older boys and Golden stopped over to perform it's christening.

The 4th of July

2009-07-11T16:02:00.002-04:00

The 4th has come and gone in a flash I don't know were the time goes.

Good by Billy

2009-07-11T11:27:00.002-04:00

My nephew Bill moved back east from the wonderful State of Washington and has been staying with us while he resettled. Well this past week everything has come together for him and he's moved out and is about to start a new adventure. Good Luck Bill. And thank you for all of the fantastic meals you made us over the past year. We love you and are going to miss you.

Sunday at the Cabin

2009-06-01T18:32:00.002-04:00

Thomas and William spent the day at Cabin. Two cool Dudes!!!

A few shots of my Grandsons.

2009-05-28T16:03:00.004-04:00

I now have enough Grandsons to man a Basketball team. We are now shooting for a seven man touch football team and eventuality a nine man baseball team.

Spring 2009

2009-05-28T15:34:00.002-04:00

This Spring has keep us very busy in the yard. We have dumped at least 9 yards of manure in and around the garden. We have planted 9 fruit trees. Melanie has started installing a new out door fire place and I have finished Mary Jo's long awaited DULCE DOMUM greeting sign for our home.

Marcos Moving

2009-05-12T19:27:00.004-04:00

I haven't officially been told but rumors have it that my nephew Marco is moving. Marco relocated from The State of Michigan to start a new life on the East Coast and has been staying with me while he got his feet planted. It has been enjoyable watching a young person move to a new location, seek and find employment, meet and make new friends, become self confident. Marco has always conducted himself as a perfect gentleman a loyal relative. Marco I'm going to miss you.

Johnny Rocket

2009-04-21T16:52:00.003-04:00

Johns Cub Scouts had a rocket launch it was pretty neet.

Spring Fever

2009-04-14T19:59:00.004-04:00

This past Sunday being Easter we finally got some sun. Colin and I shoveled four (4) yards of horse manure into mine and his Moms gardens.

Billies Supper Sea Bass Dinner

2009-03-23T18:31:00.003-04:00

Bill made us the "BEST" fish dinner ever served. Jennifer said it was the "BEST MEAL SHE HAD EVER EATEN"

Vinnie's Back

2009-03-02T19:02:00.003-05:00

I was checking out some old photos and spotted this one of Uncle Vinnie before the back operation. "Happy Sailing"

March 2nd at the Pier.

2009-03-02T18:02:00.003-05:00

Today was a pretty nasty day. MaryJo and I decided to take a ride over to the Piermont Pier to feed the Ducks that might be there. Man what a mistake. The wind was so strong we couldn't stay out side of the auto. We took a few shots check out the flags. Saint Paddies only 15 days away hope the weather changes.

Grandson down

2009-03-02T17:38:00.002-05:00

William, better known as Billy Blue Eyes became very sick. Hayley the hound knew something was wrong and delivered a little extra loving.

Melanie's Big Birthday Bash

2009-03-02T16:58:00.006-05:00

The Cabin was the site of Melanie's surprise Birthday party. Last count was 81. The Cabin had no problem handling that amount but the crew from Blauvelt drained our beer locker so a midnight run had to be made.

The theme of the party was "get Melanie to Disney" and guess what this crew of 81 pulled it off. Nice job every one.

There is talk of the Cabin throwing a Christmas party this year. We'll see how the yard work goes this summer and go from there.

Valentine Cookies

2009-03-02T14:55:00.004-05:00

Chris and John helped there Grandmother make some very tasty Valentine cookies. (Got Milk?)

The Big OBAMA Blast

2009-01-27T17:52:00.004-05:00

Well this past Sunday was a very fine day. We gathered at the Cabin to celebrate the 44th Presidents election. A good time was had by all and the crowd was pleased to know "GW" was back in Texas and hopefully never to be seen or heard of again.

New Home

2009-01-23T18:44:00.002-05:00

Larry and Nellie just closed on there new home. It happened this afternoon. Tomorrow is the big move and God willing we'll have a nice sunny day.

Back in the day the old Nyack High School Gym.

2009-01-16T19:22:00.005-05:00

To day I went to the old Nyack High School to bid a job. While there I asked if they would take me to the old Gym. When I was a kid this was the place to be. I Wrestled here played Basketball here.
Being from Pearl River going to Nyack was a big trip and to play Basketball or Wrestle was very exciting. Did I mention I could run the 100 yard dash in 10.3 That's for real. Hence the name "Syd The Kid"

BIRD DAY

2009-01-16T19:07:00.002-05:00

Today is Anna's "Birthday" The Orphans three are seen here after enjoying a nice meal.

Texas Ranger

2009-01-11T12:37:00.003-05:00

Texas John stopped by the Cabin to show off his new Six Shooter. I think he came by horse.

Hair day at the Cabin

2009-01-11T12:26:00.002-05:00

Melanie came over to the Cabin to give us all hair cuts and we found out that Marco is in the early stages of going BALD!!

Meg

2009-01-08T17:51:00.003-05:00

Aunt Meg has been concerned about the well being of the orphans so she has traveled a great distance and decided to spend a few days at the Cabin to monitor the situation.

The North Pole

2009-01-04T08:36:00.003-05:00

The Cape is one cold ass place.

Cape Cod 2nd up date

2009-01-02T14:12:00.002-05:00

Mary Ellen spent 6 hours on a bus to get here so were giving her the Royal tour she deserves.

A VERY ADULT BREAKFAST

2009-01-02T11:35:00.003-05:00

These pictures should tell it all. This is pretty much us.

Cape Cod up date

2008-12-31T14:26:00.002-05:00

In doors, Out doors

Cape Cod New Years

2008-12-31T12:05:00.004-05:00

MJ and I are up at Megs for the New Years Eve celebration. This mornings weather report was lots of snow and 50 mile an hour winds. Can't wait. Hayley and I took a little ride this morning before Old man winter blows in here and here are a few shots. We'll up grade you in the A.M.

She Cooks

2008-12-29T16:21:00.001-05:00

Who said the girl don't cook.

The day after Christmas and the Kitchen CHICKEN FIGHT

2008-12-29T09:41:00.004-05:00

Day three of the Christmas festivities ended with a down home brawl of types an old fashioned CHICKEN FIGHT. Were not sure who the winner was but when the dust cleared all of the left overs were gone and we had desert.

Christmas 2008 and the Chef

2008-12-26T09:38:00.011-05:00

This Christmas was one of the best check it out.

Christmas Eve

2008-12-25T08:03:00.002-05:00

Merry Christmas every one. I hope every one has a wonderful day.

The Boys are back in town

2008-12-24T15:40:00.003-05:00

William and Thomas stopped by the Cabin for Christmas Eve.

DINO THE DINO

2008-12-24T15:21:00.003-05:00

Well DINO THE DINO has spent a short stay at the Cabin and being Christmas Eve Dino has left with Santa to live at John Francis.

Sunday At The Cabin

2008-12-21T10:13:00.004-05:00

It's the Sunday before Christmas and the cabin has been fully stocked for the big event. We woke up this morning to more snow and Santa should have an easy run as his landing strip has a good 10" of white stuff on the roof. Inside we have a nice fire going and Maryjo just put a nice fresh ham in the oven.

It's Snowing out side and were baking inside.

2008-12-20T08:52:00.004-05:00

We got the first snow fall of the year and while it was flying Maryjo baked some cookies and Billy roasted and coated a bunch Pecans and Pistachio nut for munching. (bet you can't eat just one.)

Billy, Nellie, Chow.

2008-12-16T20:48:00.006-05:00

Cousin Bill cooked up a little meal for us. I know Apricots were involved.The dish that looks like Rice was made by Nellie I can't say it and I can't spell it but it was very delicious and she is a good cook also.

CHRISTMAS IS COMING

2008-12-16T19:42:00.003-05:00

Ti's the season and our family is drifting into Christmas. It's a time that builds up after Thanksgiving and the thought of winter and all that it brings just makes this time of year special.

Fresh Turkey Dinner

2008-12-16T18:47:00.003-05:00

Matt spent a nice Fall morning hunting for a fresh Turkey Dinner. He got one on Skunk Hollow up behind Rendezvous Ridge.

I've been gone for awhile

2008-12-16T18:01:00.003-05:00

I couldn't write on my blog the reason was a Virus of some kind that has been repaired. I'm sure I have some neat stuff to up grade all of you outlaws who are monitoring the Orphans.

TOM TOM and BILLY BLUE EYES TURN ONE

2008-11-21T15:56:00.003-05:00

William and Thomas turned One and they started walking for us at there Birthday party.

RUG RATS

2008-11-12T21:46:00.003-05:00

The boys are walking the perimeters of the house. Opening cabinet doors is next.

DEER SLAYER

2008-11-12T21:27:00.003-05:00

Matt got a few deer and we'll finally have some meat for dinner.

MARCO TURNS "23"

2008-11-12T21:11:00.005-05:00

Today was Marcos big day. We had a nice dinner made especially for the Birthday Boy and a good time was had by all.

COACH LENNY

2008-11-02T08:36:00.003-05:00

Coach Lenny goes 2 and 0

UNCLE BUZZ TURNS "60" BUT THINKS HE'S STILL "50"

2008-10-25T21:27:00.006-04:00

Well we went up to Nanuet and one hell of a time was had. Buzz was up and running and the party was super. Who would have a Pizza party at the Nanuet Restaurant? This was unreal a good time was had by all. Thank You!!

ANNUAL SOUP PICNIC

2008-10-19T14:05:00.005-04:00

The annual soup picnic was held at the cabin this year and the weather was unbelievable.

OFFICAL KITCHEN OPENING

2008-10-19T12:17:00.004-04:00

Chef Dorthy DeNonno officially blessed and opened our kitchen Saturday October,18, 2008. The blessing was followed by the swinging of the chicken and the annual Soup Picnic.

THE KEYS

2008-10-16T20:27:00.001-04:00

UNCLE TOM ARE YOU GOING TO THE KEYS?

Billy Blue Eyes and Tom Tom try a break out

2008-10-13T20:11:00.003-04:00

Bill and Tom know something is going on on the other side of this door and their not to far from figuring out how to get it opened.

Kim's cooking

2008-10-13T19:45:00.004-04:00

Kim cooked up a bunch of Chicken Picatta some steamed Spinach and Garlic and we had an other Sunday Feast

COUSIN BILL COMES THROUGH AGAIN

2008-10-13T19:21:00.004-04:00

After last nights first outdoor fire we discovered that we needed a wood cradle to keep the stones from cracking. No problem Cousin Bill put on his welding hat. Oh then he went inside and helped Kim make dinner.

SATURDAY LUNCH AT THE CABIN

2008-10-12T10:24:00.003-04:00

MaryJo made her famous Brazed Short Ribs and Noodles and we had a mini feast before opening the new Fire Pit

FIRE PIT GRAND OPENING

2008-10-12T10:13:00.003-04:00

After great effort from Melanie,Bill and Matt the Fire Pit opened last night. A good time was had and a few cups of Peanut and Vanilla Ice Cream were consumed during the celebration

GRANDPA'S BOYS

2008-10-12T09:56:00.000-04:00

Saturday afternoon at the cabin.

YouTube - Sarah Palin Holds Forth on Bush Doctrine, Pakistan

2008-10-06T20:30:00.000-04:00

YouTube - Sarah Palin Holds Forth on Bush Doctrine, Pakistan

YouTube - Jack Cafferty Tells Us How He Really Feels About Sarah Palin

2008-10-06T20:27:00.000-04:00

YouTube - Jack Cafferty Tells Us How He Really Feels About Sarah Palin

YouTube - David Letterman Reacts to John McCain Suspending Campaign

2008-10-06T20:01:00.000-04:00

YouTube - David Letterman Reacts to John McCain Suspending Campaign

YouTube - Sarah Silverman and The Great Schlep

2008-10-06T19:53:00.000-04:00

YouTube - Sarah Silverman and The Great Schlep

Melanie works a little Magic and we have our new Fire Pit

2008-10-06T18:29:00.003-04:00

Melanie hooked us up with some very nice slate and she and Matt spent the Sunday afternoon building our new fire pit. It's not 100% but will be ready for the big soup picnic on October,18. We hope to burn a lot of wood and pitch a few shoes.

GrandPa's Delite

2008-10-06T18:15:00.007-04:00

There isn't any thing more enjoyable then watching these two scoot around the cabin. These guys can cover a lot of ground and I can't wait to see whats coming next

Liberal White Boy

2008-10-04T22:53:00.004-04:00

I removed the above mentioned from the blog he has to much hate for me. I found him on Kate/A/Blog and he answered a few questions I had so I thought I would blog him so others could read some of his observations but this person is just to hateful. Life is to short to be so up tight.

WINTERS COMING

2008-09-28T18:34:00.001-04:00

Chain Saw Bill, Uncle Syd and Salt water Vinnie go to town on a pile of fire wood

Saturday at the Cabin

2008-09-28T11:23:00.002-04:00

Vinnie and Maria sailed up the Hudson River to visit us for the weekend on Monday there going to sail back south for the winter. Billy made us an unbelievable roasted pork dinner to celebrate their visit.

MaryJo's Pot Filler

2008-09-28T10:58:00.001-04:00

Well it's finally happened, After almost half of a year of of sitting on my duff I finally install MaryJo's pot filler. We celebrated by cooking three pounds of spaghetti and had a feast.

Saturday at the Cabin

2008-09-21T10:03:00.002-04:00

Kim and Matt did it again. "SEAFOOD"

40 YEARS

2008-09-13T16:20:00.004-04:00

Can you believe MJ and I are married 40 years? I can't. Were did the time go? lot's of wonderful things have happened during this time. Three great Kids all married to super people. Five grandsons. A large extended family full of wonderful and talented people. Loyal and loving friends. We are truly Blessed. God Bless you all and thank you for always being there.

OLD FASHON CAR WASH

2008-09-07T15:51:00.002-04:00

Two of my grandsons stopped by and cleaned one of the cars. The old fashion way "by hand"

FRONT PORCH LUNCHEON

2008-09-07T12:50:00.003-04:00

Went out the front door and found John Francis had a few friends over for lunch

MELANIE and the DUDE

2008-09-03T19:58:00.003-04:00

Melanie scurried the county looking for day hands but none were to be found. After an hour or two of frustration she picked a James Dean type a "real dude". She picked this guy up on a front porch and promised him a hot meal and a shower at the end of the day. All he requested was a smoke or two and be allowed to drive the truck.

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2008-09-01T13:30:00.000-04:00

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WHATS UP WITH MARCO

2008-08-30T18:43:00.003-04:00

Came home early one afternoon and found Marco mowing the lawn. Came home the next day and he was stacking fire wood. I think the lad has to much spare time.

PEACE AND QUIET

2008-08-24T09:59:00.002-04:00

My bride just left for the Shore for the week. I'm laying on the sofa thinking about how nice it's going to be doing nothing for the next 7 days. Whats that I hear? A car in the drive way. Car doors opening, People coming up the side walk, Oh well maybe next year.

FIRST YEAR

2008-08-17T08:26:00.003-04:00

Well the first full year of working on the addition to our home has come and gone. I would like to thank every one who has lent a hand along the way, especially my Son Matthew and my Niece Melanie with out these two I don't know what would have happened.

MEGS GYM

2008-08-16T07:24:00.003-04:00

Whats up with MEGS Gym? While attending the family reunion up on the Cape Maryjo joined a health group named MEGS Gym. Now every morning she leaves the house at the crack of dawn to go to MEGS Gym. I wanted to surprise Maryjo and was thinking of purchasing a franchise for her for our wedding anniversary and start a new business but can't find any information about MEGS Gym . Doe's any one out there have any information about this gym. ?

WHAT A WAY TO GO

2008-08-11T18:51:00.004-04:00

Aunt Claire and Martin are on the way back to Spain. Before Claire left she made a little dinner. (SEA FOOD)

MARTIN SHOWS HIS STUFF

2008-08-10T10:07:00.002-04:00

Uncle Bill took Martin to the local batting cage to see what he could do. Look out America, Spain may be sending the next Yankee slugger to us.

THE GIRLS TAKE A NAP

2008-08-10T10:00:00.002-04:00

During a long day trip the girls take a little nap.

PAY AS YOU GO.

2008-08-09T22:44:00.002-04:00

I was thinking about PIC A LOMONDA PIZZA and not having any money. Money has no value today but when I was young it did. Pizza Parlors were kind of new and especially to me. One weekend Maryjo and I went to Pat and Toms house "A special house" a house that they were renting all the way at the end of Long Island. Back then Long Island was a remote place to go. A special trip. New to us and kind of foreign. The thought of going was always exciting, What day and time could we go? How long could we stay? What should we bring? And always could we afford to go? Some how things always worked out and once there the weekend would unfold and a wonderful time would be had.

Once Aunt Pat had some day visitors come, I believe from Staten Island or maybe Brooklyn. One of the visitors an older man drove a Cadillac and was entertaining us with some serious card tricks and gambling stunts that were pretty impressive.

At some point he became hungry and I think sensed there might be a problem with the amount of food that would be required to feed all of us and his group and said Pat I'm getting hungry what do you have to eat? Before Pat could answer he said you guys got one of those Pizza parlors around here? Pat said yes there is a new place that opened in town but we have never gone there. He said if Tom and his friend Syd don't mind going to town I'd like to treat us all to some pizza. Pat said OK we would love that. This guy pulled out a wad of money and handed Tom a $100 dollar bill (the first I had ever seen and sent us for pizza) I think we purchased 8 pies, wine, soda and beer and brought back $40 bucks. I'm not sure if every thing I've just said is 100% accurate but I'm close.
Today I paid $2.45 for a slice of pie and $1.85 for a Coke thats $4.30. God help you kids.

FIRST EVER GEORGE HERRMANN HORSE SHOE TOURNAMENT.

2008-08-09T15:31:00.012-04:00

Uncles Syd and Ron have taken the first ever George Herrmann Horse Shoe Tournament in the style that George would have expected. (UNDEFEATED)

2008 Family Reunion Chatham, MA

2008-08-04T16:03:00.000-04:00

If you would like to view the pictures I took of the reunion click on the link below. ENJOY
http://picasaweb.google.com/sydneylnl

JASINSKI REUNION UPDATE Thursday 7/31/2008

2008-08-01T07:27:00.004-04:00

The first contingency has arrived and were starting to party. Most of the group will arrive sometime tomorrow some by car and a few adventures are arriving by sail.

Members Project

2008-07-31T11:09:00.000-04:00

LARRY NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT. IF YOU COULD SPEND A FEW MINUETS CHECKING THIS OUT AND RESPONDING IT WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED.

THANK YOU,

SYD

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2008-07-31T06:53:00.001-04:00

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A little time off

2008-07-30T21:57:00.003-04:00

It's Wednesday night and I'm laying in a strange bed thinking about what I'm going to do tomorrow, I can't remember the last time I went away in the summer and here I am up at Meg's house on Cape Cod.

I think I'll spend part of my day riding around checking out the area. There are a lot of people up here and not many roads. That's probably pretty good in the winter for the locals but doesn't make it in summer.

I'm up here for the Jasinski family reunion and there always a lot of fun. For some reason our family is kind of strange We all get along. I don't ever remember any one having an argument not even with the Republicans.

And that brings me to this.

The other day at home I was in a grocery store shopping and had a Cape Cod baseball hat on and a T shirt my daughter Nellie gave me when she was a local fireman. It was a firehouse shirt with emblems and stuff. A man comes up to me and says What's that you got there a hat from Cape Cod? I said yes I picked it up the last time I was up there. He then says to me "I have never been up there, Never will go up there and never though a Fireman would go up there" and then he walks away. What's that about? There must be something going on up here that I don't know about. Come to think about it there is. Uncle Buzz and Bill Motto could be the problem. There always up here and strange things do happen when there together especially if Karen and the "Author" Martin are with them and there all drinking Jack and Manhattans. Yes as the man seemed to imply there could be a problem up here. I'll let you know how things go and if I spot any problems.

Jasinski Family Reunion 2008 CAPE COD

2008-07-30T18:49:00.007-04:00

Aunt Meg says get your butts up here. She has lots of room, lots of land and lots of things to do.

Jasinski Family Reunion 2008 CAPE COD

2008-07-30T18:38:00.004-04:00

Traveling to Cape Cod for the family reunion was very interesting. Aunt Meg said just follow the signs