We walked the aisle, starting a story.
Laughter, sadness and gladness along the way
Words, sentences and chapters
With previews of more to come, certain to stay
In our hearts and life's forever
To those around us, In love we are today
Children: Kristina, Alicia, Danielle, Brooke, Alisha Dawn, Austin, Noah, Kalli, Tristan, Aaron and Aliah
Saturday, September 06, 2014
Anniversary
Thirty Four years ago on a Saturday much like today
We walked the aisle, starting a story.
Laughter, sadness and gladness along the way
Words, sentences and chapters
With previews of more to come, certain to stay
In our hearts and life's forever
To those around us, In love we are today
We walked the aisle, starting a story.
Laughter, sadness and gladness along the way
Words, sentences and chapters
With previews of more to come, certain to stay
In our hearts and life's forever
To those around us, In love we are today
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Aliah
Aliah has learned the power she possesses by biting. The kids run from her.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Saturday, August 16, 2014
Kalli
Kalli recieved her orange belt last night. She did great.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, August 08, 2014
Aliah
Aliah, 1 year old, is getting more lively. We have to watch her "head bunts" and her biting. She wants what she wants.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, December 05, 2013
We celebrated Noah's birthday last week at the Japanese restaurant. Austin's birthday is this next week.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, January 07, 2013
Danielle
Danielle is feeling much better after having a procedure to remove a kidney stone.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Tuesday, November 06, 2012
Kim's Birthday
I & Kim celebrated her birthday in Sioux Falls yesterday. Fun
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Kim took the kids to Garrities. They had a lot of fun in the corn maze, picking out pumpkins and running around.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Sunday, October 07, 2012
Omaha
We went to Omaha yesterday to see a 4D ultrasound of Alicia's baby. We went to a hotel with a water slide. It was a nice get-a-way.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Sunday, September 23, 2012
Kim & Raina
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Saturday, September 08, 2012
Danielle
We're expecting a baby any day. - Raina Danielle is so ready.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Air Show
We went to the Air Show yesterday in Sioux Falls. It was great. The Blue Angels are amazing. We had the foster kids with us. (Ellie, Gavin, Jonnie). Noah and Kalli stayed with Alicia in Sioux Falls.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Sunday, July 08, 2012
Foster Kids
We have 3 new foster kids. Cavin, Jonnie and Ellie.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Sunday, July 01, 2012
Brooke
I and Noah went to Huron and visited with Brooke and her boyfriend. It was a good visit. She seems to be doing good.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Austin
Austin started at Burger King
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, April 23, 2012
Austin got out of JDC yesterday.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, March 26, 2012
Phoenix
I arrived in Sioux Falls from Phoenix late Friday night. It was a great flight. On the way between Denver and Sioux Falls I was able to listen to the Air Tower/Plane radio chatter. So interesting.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Austin
Austin is home today.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, March 05, 2012
Arizona
Alicia and I drove Carol and Arlene back from Phoenix last week. It was a good drive, a little windy at times. We stayed overnight in Las Vegas, NM and Kearney, NE
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Adoption
We adopted the boys on Tuesday. We'll have a party tommorrow night.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, February 13, 2012
Adoption of Tristan and Aaron next week
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Sunday, January 22, 2012
Adoption of the boys in February
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, December 12, 2011
Christmas Letter
Tramp Christmas Letter
It was the week before Christmas when all through the sky, a stream of light passed, then crashed before our eyes. Kristina pulled the car to the side of the dark road, grabbed a flashlight and headed into the dark field. She pulled out her blackberry from the cell phone store she managed and called home. “I’m lost. There is a corn field on either side of me. Do you know where I’m at?”
Out of the blue, Ricky arrived, using his talents that he learned from teaching kids at school he was able to find Kristina. Engaged in search was Danielle right beside Ricky. I said engaged.
Out of the blue, Ricky arrived, using his talents that he learned from teaching kids at school he was able to find Kristina. Engaged in search was Danielle right beside Ricky. I said engaged.
Ricky on his moped and Danielle in her car found Kristina. Imagine their surprise when they saw where the lights had ended - a giant red sleigh with Alisha Dawn sitting on the seat eating chicken alfredo she just got from Frying Pan, where she works at. A reindeer was grazing close by that seemed to be delusional. Ricky immediately called for Austin to come quickly because of his interest in wild life.
Austin arrived on the scene. “We need to get this animal back home.” “Dad and Mom won’t let you keep a reindeer in the back yard Austin,” Danielle said. Austin then called Alicia in her new place in Sioux Falls. No answer because Alicia was at her new job styling hair. So he called Brooke, who also lives in Sioux Falls, but no answer.
Kristina bewildered by the site of the agitated rein deer, decided to get Noah. Noah showed up in his spider man costume. That’s all it took. The rein deer took flight. Well, he jumped and fell down all across the field. Now everyone was in chase, watching this animal try to fly but not able to.
”It’s headed right for our back yard.” Spider man said. But actually Austin was leading it home. Kalli was the first to see the clumsy rein deer through the living room window. She took the book she was reading and compared the picture. Tristan and Aaron saw the deer. Tristan said NO and Aaron smiled at it. Cody just wanted to ride the deer and because he just turned 3 he felt he could.
”It’s headed right for our back yard.” Spider man said. But actually Austin was leading it home. Kalli was the first to see the clumsy rein deer through the living room window. She took the book she was reading and compared the picture. Tristan and Aaron saw the deer. Tristan said NO and Aaron smiled at it. Cody just wanted to ride the deer and because he just turned 3 he felt he could.
Austin was so glad to get the deer in the back yard. As he was trying to find a place to hide it, the animal got a twinkle in his eye and took flight.
It was the week before Christmas when all through the sky, a stream of light passed, then crashed before our eyes. Kristina pulled the car to the side of the dark road, grabbed a flashlight and headed into the dark field. She pulled out her blackberry from the cell phone store she managed and called home. “I’m lost. There is a corn field on either side of me. Do you know where I’m at?”
Out of the blue, Ricky arrived, using his talents that he learned from teaching kids at school he was able to find Kristina. Engaged in search was Danielle right beside Ricky. I said engaged.
Out of the blue, Ricky arrived, using his talents that he learned from teaching kids at school he was able to find Kristina. Engaged in search was Danielle right beside Ricky. I said engaged.
Ricky on his moped and Danielle in her car found Kristina. Imagine their surprise when they saw where the lights had ended - a giant red sleigh with Alisha Dawn sitting on the seat eating chicken alfredo she just got from Frying Pan, where she works at. A reindeer was grazing close by that seemed to be delusional. Ricky immediately called for Austin to come quickly because of his interest in wild life.
Austin arrived on the scene. “We need to get this animal back home.” “Dad and Mom won’t let you keep a reindeer in the back yard Austin,” Danielle said. Austin then called Alicia in her new place in Sioux Falls. No answer because Alicia was at her new job styling hair. So he called Brooke, who also lives in Sioux Falls, but no answer.
Kristina bewildered by the site of the agitated rein deer, decided to get Noah. Noah showed up in his spider man costume. That’s all it took. The rein deer took flight. Well, he jumped and fell down all across the field. Now everyone was in chase, watching this animal try to fly but not able to.
”It’s headed right for our back yard.” Spider man said. But actually Austin was leading it home. Kalli was the first to see the clumsy rein deer through the living room window. She took the book she was reading and compared the picture. Tristan and Aaron saw the deer. Tristan said NO and Aaron smiled at it. Cody just wanted to ride the deer and because he just turned 3 he felt he could.
”It’s headed right for our back yard.” Spider man said. But actually Austin was leading it home. Kalli was the first to see the clumsy rein deer through the living room window. She took the book she was reading and compared the picture. Tristan and Aaron saw the deer. Tristan said NO and Aaron smiled at it. Cody just wanted to ride the deer and because he just turned 3 he felt he could.
Austin was so glad to get the deer in the back yard. As he was trying to find a place to hide it, the animal got a twinkle in his eye and took flight.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Sunday, December 04, 2011
We're headed to Aberdeen on Wednesday to pick up some more of John's things.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Alicia is getting ready to move to Sioux Falls. She is excited.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Adoption
Our adoption date is set for the first Tuesday in November. - exciting.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, September 09, 2011
Kim & I
We're headed to Sioux Falls today to celebrate our anniversary. It'll be great. Brazilian Grill tonight.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, September 08, 2011
Alicia
I am headed to Sioux Falls with Alicia today. It'll be good to spend time with her.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, August 22, 2011
Adoption
We meet with Janessa today to start the adoption process.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, August 19, 2011
Danielle
We took Danielle to Sioux Falls to check out NAU, but it was too expensive. She is meeting with Mt. Marty Counselor today.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Danielle
Kim & I are going with Danielle to Sioux Falls so she can register for college.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, August 15, 2011
Danielle
Danielle is finally feeling much better after having her tonsils taken out.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Danielle
Danielle got out of the hospital yesterday afternoon. She is doing much better now.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Danielle
Danielle had to go to the hospital over night because she was severely dehydrated. She had her tonsils out last week.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Tuesday, August 09, 2011
Danielle
Danielle is not doing so good, concerning her tonsils being taken out. She is at the hospital now.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, August 08, 2011
Danielle
Danielle is still recovering from having her tonsils out the early part of last week. She got out last night but didn't do so good. Alisha Dawn went back to work last night after having her wisdom teeth taken out on Friday. We recommended her not to do it but she's 17, so it was up to her. Her cheeks are still a little swelled.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, August 05, 2011
Alisha
Alisha Dawn has her wisdom teeth taken out today. Danielle is still recovering from her tonsils being removed the earlier part of this week. Kim gets up in the middle of the night in order to give Danielle medicine.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, August 04, 2011
Danielle & Alisha
Danielle had her toncils out yesterday and Alisha gets her wisdom teeth taken out tomorrow. Danielle is hurting but recovering. Alisha is really nervous.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Wednesday, August 03, 2011
Danielle
Danielle is getting her tonsils out today. Ouch
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, August 01, 2011
Ricky
We took Ricky out for his birthday last night. We went to Buffalo Wild Wings. It was really good.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Randy
I'm excted to be preaching tomorrow. I'll speak on "Child-Like Faith"
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, July 18, 2011
Vacation
The butterfly house was fun yesterday. Alisha Dawn got a hermit crab. She talks about it a lot. We all went to Out Back last night. It was a great weekend getaway.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Sunday, July 17, 2011
vacation
We stayed at Ramkota last night. Today we'll be going to the butterfly pavilion.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Saturday, July 16, 2011
Vacation
We're headed to Sioux Falls today for swimming and fun.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, July 15, 2011
Vacation
We went to Chief White Crane and rented a cabin for the week. It was nice getting away.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, July 11, 2011
Vacation
We are on vacation all this week. We'll be staying out at White Crane area. The kids are so excited about fishing.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Saturday, July 09, 2011
Training
I'm headed to Sioux Falls for Acts 2 training.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, July 08, 2011
318
Danielle has decided to stay in the old house. We're putting in a filter system so she use the water. Don is installing the dish washer today.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, July 07, 2011
Alicia
Alicia is waiting for word from California if she has a job there.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Tuesday, July 05, 2011
4th
We went to the free beach. There sure were a lot of people there. We came home and had a BBQ. Chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs and Kristina brought over a stuffed onion. Oh, that was so good. Then we shot off fire works. Austin fired one right into Kalli and that was it for her. She watched many of them from the portch. Then we went down to the river. We got a great spot - behind the water treatment plant. Then I did my favorite thing: get home really fast through all the traffic.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, July 04, 2011
4th
We're going to bbq here with the family. Later tonight we'll shoot off some fireworks and then go down by the river.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Sunday, July 03, 2011
Ricky
We went to Ricky's football game last night. 28 to 12 Ricky made a touchdown and an extra point.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Austin
Austin is at camp this week.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, June 27, 2011
Alisha
We brought Alisha back home from the airport last night. She was doing a camp in Mississippi.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, June 20, 2011
Father's day weekend
It was a great weekend. We saw Soul Surfer, Rio and Mr Popper's Penquins - all three great movies. The kids loved the swimming and we ended the weekend last night with the Japanese restaurant.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, June 17, 2011
Sioux Falls
We're headed to Sioux Falls for the weekend. Movie today and zoo tomorrow. Sunday it'll be the Japanese Restaurant in Sioux City.
Merle is getting the portch done.
Merle is getting the portch done.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Today
It's my day off today. I'm going to enjoy it. Kristina and Danielle are taking me out to supper. -Reds in Vermillion. It'll be great. Alicia is planning on taking me out to a meal after I get back from Camp.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Dam
We went out to the Dam last night. There were a lot of people. It is so awesome, moving at 150,000. Kalli got wet when the water splashed up at her.
John is going back to Aberdeen next week. Darlene is down here now.
John is going back to Aberdeen next week. Darlene is down here now.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, June 13, 2011
Family Reunion
We had the Hamilton Family reunion yesterday. It was great. A lot of people showed up. It was hard keeping Aaron in one place.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Wednesday, June 08, 2011
John
Darlene has made up her mind to come down and get John. Sounds like that will happen on June 20th.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Tuesday, June 07, 2011
Family
Alisha starts camp in Loveland, Co today. She text yesterday telling us that she went to an amusement park.
Kalli stayed overnight at Alicia's.
Austin is going to help Grandmo Carol get things out of her basement.
Kalli stayed overnight at Alicia's.
Austin is going to help Grandmo Carol get things out of her basement.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, June 06, 2011
Alisha
On Thursday Alisha flew from Sioux Falls to Springfield with a stop in Denver. Yesterday she traveled with the Risner family to Loveland, Co for camp. They will be doing Kid's Camp starting tomorrow.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, June 03, 2011
Dam
We went out to the Dam last night. The water sure is moving at a fast rate. What power! I took the kids to the swimming pool yesterday. Samantha is leaving today at 2:00 pm. She'll be back one more time in a few weeks.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, June 02, 2011
Kim's Mom
Carol is bringing some things to our garage. She was warned that her house may be flooded. The Missiouri is expected to rise over the next two weeks.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Wednesday, June 01, 2011
Sam
Samantha is suppose to come back today. We enjoy her being here. The swimming pool has opened. Ricky & Danielle got a moped. They are having fun with it.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, May 30, 2011
Memorial Day
We're having two meals today. We'll have Kim's Dad over for lunch and Kim's Mom over for supper. The weather is suppose to get bad in the late afternoon so that's why John will come for lunch. He is in a hoover round and we can't get him into our house. We went out to the dam last night. The water is really moving. Kalli made a comment about the dam lake last night. We laughted. She didn't know why we were laughing.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Kim & I
We had such fun in Sioux Falls. We tried out a new restaurant: India Buffet. It was great. I especially liked the goat. -lol. Then we went to Soul Surfer. -great movie.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Saturday, May 28, 2011
I and Kim
We're able to get away and it's great. Yesterday we went to Olive Garden, a movie and dinner last night at Chevy's. Today we'll try out the new India Grill. We're planning on going to Soul Surfer. It's been a wonderful time of just Kim and I.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, May 27, 2011
Kim & I
We're getting away for a few days. Sioux Falls - It'll be great.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Sam
Samantha goes to her Grandparents today. It was great having her with us for this week. She'll be back one more time. Alex and Chariline will be here today. (Last day for them.)
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Kids
We had a lot of kids in the house yesterday. 3 xtra foster kids and 2 other girls. (Fritz girls) It was a crazy day.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, May 23, 2011
Foster kids
We have Samantha here for this week. We also are respiting 2 other foster girls. Lot of people in our home.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Sunday, May 22, 2011
John
Kim & I took John, Kim's Dad, out to eat last night. We went to Yesterdays. Alisha Dawn was working and was our waitress. It was a good time.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Noah
Noah has a soccer game today. Kim is starting to look for a place for her Dad when he gets out of Yankton Care Center. Alisha is preparing to go to kid's camps for the summer.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, May 20, 2011
Austin
Austin likes his job at the cell phone place. We're going to a movie today. It'll be fun.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Last Day
This is the last day of school for the kids. Austin is really excited. He doesn't have to do speech any longer.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Kindergarten
It was the last day for going to help out in Kalli's class. I really enjoyed going there every Monday. I played games with the kids, helped cut out letters, projects and helped watch the kids.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Kalli
After helping in Kalli's Kindgarden class, I took Kalli and her friend home. Kalli felt it was neccessary to warn her friend of my gas problems as we got into the van. LOL
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, May 09, 2011
Mother's Day
We stayed in line at Outback for over an hour. I looked across the street and saw a Japanese Restuarant. We checked it out and there we went. It was great. We had nearly the entire family there. Alisha had to work.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, May 06, 2011
Noah
Noah was so excited that he won his soccer game last night. He has another game on Saturday.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Kalli
Danielle is taking Kalli to Sioux Falls today for her dental appointment. Kalli really wants to go to school because her class is decorating eggs today. I helped in her class yesterday. We played the memory game.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, April 18, 2011
John
Kim took her Dad for a ride out to the lake yesterday. John is so happy. He really likes Josh as his theropists.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, April 15, 2011
John
John is doing good in Yankton Care Center.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
John
Kim's Dad, John, is now at Yankton care center. Kim and I went up to Aberdeen and got him back for his 10:45 am appointment at the Medical Center.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, April 08, 2011
John
We will be heading up to Aberdeen to get John, Kim's Dad, on Sunday. We'll stay up there and return early Monday morning. He has a doctor's appointment at 10:45 am.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, April 04, 2011
Kim's Dad
We are still waiting for a bed to open up at Yankton Care Center. When it does we'll have to go up to Aberdeen and bring him back down here. Noah went with me to get Jay, the Kid's Krusade speaker.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
John
We're still waiting for a bed to open up at Yankton Care Center. When it does we'll have to go to Aberdeen to get Kim's Dad.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Group
Kim & I went to the Fricks last night for group. The title of the discussion was called, "He said, She said."
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, March 28, 2011
We went to see John, Kim's Dad, over the weekend. He is in Aberdeen. Alisha Dawn was the only one that stayed back here. She had to work. Cody came with us. I kept the kids at the motel while Kim visited her Dad. We all went up there to say goodbye to him. We had a good talk with Darlene.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, March 25, 2011
Kristina & Kalli
Kristina's birthday on Wednesday. Alicia and Kim decorated her house. Alicia decorated her car.
Kalli didn't want me to pray for her after I prayed for her. She ended the prayer with, "A NO men" Kalli says that girls should pray for girls.
Kalli didn't want me to pray for her after I prayed for her. She ended the prayer with, "A NO men" Kalli says that girls should pray for girls.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Wednesday, January 05, 2011
Cody
My two year old grandson is going through a crisis. He thinks everything is his. Boy does he think everything is his. I MEAN EVERYTHING. I got upset when I told him that boys don't play with barbies. Hopefully this stage passes soon.
America has an ominous cloud on the horizon.
Word of the Day - Ominous
America has an ominous cloud on the horizon.
Word of the Day - Ominous
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Christmas Story
It was a warm time at my Mom's last night. We started by enjoying a meal of ham and roast beef. Of course my sister in law brought her famous raisin cream pie. (My favorite) Then we went to my brother's church. Small church of about 30 people. Janine, my sister in law is great on the flute and did a special. The lights were turned off and we enjoyed the candle light service. The Pastor had an unforgettable sermon. He spoke about a King wanting to win the hand of a maiden. He took off his Kingly robes and became a simple servant in a small village. Over time the maiden fell in love with him, then he revealed his true title. Jesus laid down His titles to draw us in love with Himself.
Then back to my Mom's to open gifts. There were close to 20 of us. It was a wonderful time.
I'd love to hear your Christmas Story.
Then back to my Mom's to open gifts. There were close to 20 of us. It was a wonderful time.
I'd love to hear your Christmas Story.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, December 20, 2010
Santa Claus
We went to a Christmas party yesterday. Kalli, my kindergartener, had to investage this person - Santa Claus. First he said that Rudolf was on the roof. So guess where Kalli went? She came in and informed us that in fact Rudolf was not on the roof. To which Mrs Claus told her that he was on the other side of the roof. No, said Kalli because she checked the entire roof. More investation would have to be conducted and the perfect time would be when Santa left. Although I tried to interest Kalli in the movie that was playing, she was on a mission. She informed me that Rudolf definetly was not on the roof and she also showed me the vehicle that Santa got in. Later that night, with Santa still on her mind she asked: "Daddy, is Santa real?" She could of asked me where babies came from and I may have been more comfortable. I told her that Santa was fun, just like Whoville was fun and Llama Llama was fun. I told her not to tell her classmates, but I suspect that will be a converstion she will have to have with her teacher today.
Word of the Day
tautology tau·tol·o·gi Noun
Unnecessary repetition of an idea, especially in different words, 2. In logic, a compound statement that is always true, irrespective of the value of its components.
In the OJ trial a statement was made: "The weapon is in Chicago or somewhere else." Using tautology you can really mess with someones head - which on certain occasions I like to do. -lol It appears this is a tactic of lawyers.
What is your tautology?
Word of the Day
tautology tau·tol·o·gi Noun
Unnecessary repetition of an idea, especially in different words, 2. In logic, a compound statement that is always true, irrespective of the value of its components.
In the OJ trial a statement was made: "The weapon is in Chicago or somewhere else." Using tautology you can really mess with someones head - which on certain occasions I like to do. -lol It appears this is a tactic of lawyers.
What is your tautology?
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, December 17, 2010
Christmas Letter
Tramp Christmas Letter 2010
Take the Tramp Test See how much you know about us.
1. At work this year, Kristina did which of the following?
a. Took apart a cell phone and put it back together blind folded
b. Sat on top a bill board for 24 straight hours
c. Won a Kindle for selling the most Cell phones
Answer: If you answered c you are right - Congratulations Kristina
2. In a surprise move, Alicia:
a. Announced she was moving to China
b. Colored her hair purple
c. Spent her birthday in California with her best friend
Answer: No purple hair and no moving to China -yet
3. Kalli spends most of her time doing?
a. Being a good little Llama, Llama
b. Learning to Read
c. With the older girls a lot
Answer: Llama, Llama is impatient, so that is a correct answer. Kalli loves to read and she's with the older girls a lot.
4. Our best vacation time this year was:
a. Hiking in the Rocky Mountains
b. Disney Land
c. Sky Diving
Answer: Hiking & Sky Diving - Yea Right Disney Land was so much fun
5. Baby 1 and Baby 2 are:
a. Kim had twins
b. Friends of Austin
c. Bailey & Bentley
Answer: No miracle happened, so c is correct. Bailey and Bentley - puppies of Danielle & Alicia Although we'd love to see Baby 1 and Baby 2 (my nickname) Cody is allergic to dogs
6. In vowing not to put us through any more torture Noah:
a. Stopped shooting us with his nerf gun
b. Did his chores with a smile on his face
c. Wants to do more chores at home
Actually Noah is growing up and all three are correct. Noah can't wait until he can vacuum. The smile on his face while doing the chores happens when he's finished.
7. Danielle does the following in her non-spare time:
a. Watched a brain surgery operation
b. In college for nursing
c. Has the world's record of hanging up on people
I don't doubt she may have watched a TV show that showed brain surgery because she's been interested in the medical field since she's been young. So all three are correct
8. Without doubt Austin is at his best when he's:
a. fishing
b. casting
c. spinning
Since all three have to do with fishing, you picked the right one. (Continued other side)
9. Alisha Dawn spends a lot of time:
a. In the past
b. The day before today
c. The day after two days ago
Yes, you are correct again. She works at Yesterday's as a waitress.
10. What is our foster baby, Aaron best at?
a. Keeping up with his brother Tristan
b. Really keeping up with his brother Tristan
c. Really, Really keeping up with his brother Tristan
We've enjoyed both Aaron & Tristan, both our Foster children. They are great little boys.
Aaron is 11 months old and Tristan is 19 months old. Aaron just started walking - I mean running.
11. In keeping in touch with Brooke we have to?
a. Email
b. Text
c. Facebook
All the above, but texting is the best. She's twenty now, lives in Huron and is doing well.
12. What is Cody (2 years old) going to be when he grows up?
a. A Teacher
b. A Musician
c. A Carpenter
We don't know since he won't tell us, but he sure loves music, hitting things (and sometimes people) with his plastic hammer and getting after you if you need it or not.
13. What is the favorite past time of Kim & Randy
a. Getting away together
b. Going somewhere together
c. Dates on Sunday night
We sure did enjoy our anniversary and Kim's birthday by getting away together.
14. The future Tramp plans?
a. Pick out great vacation spots
b. Fostering
c. Watching our children graduate
As a family we love vacation. We will continue to foster parent children. We had several this past year and we miss them. Alisha Dawn will be a senior next year so all three answers are correct.
Word of the Day
Chagrin [cha·grin] n. A keen feeling of mental unease, as of annoyance or embarrassment, caused by failure, disappointment, or a disconcerting event.
Take the Tramp Test See how much you know about us.
1. At work this year, Kristina did which of the following?
a. Took apart a cell phone and put it back together blind folded
b. Sat on top a bill board for 24 straight hours
c. Won a Kindle for selling the most Cell phones
Answer: If you answered c you are right - Congratulations Kristina
2. In a surprise move, Alicia:
a. Announced she was moving to China
b. Colored her hair purple
c. Spent her birthday in California with her best friend
Answer: No purple hair and no moving to China -yet
3. Kalli spends most of her time doing?
a. Being a good little Llama, Llama
b. Learning to Read
c. With the older girls a lot
Answer: Llama, Llama is impatient, so that is a correct answer. Kalli loves to read and she's with the older girls a lot.
4. Our best vacation time this year was:
a. Hiking in the Rocky Mountains
b. Disney Land
c. Sky Diving
Answer: Hiking & Sky Diving - Yea Right Disney Land was so much fun
5. Baby 1 and Baby 2 are:
a. Kim had twins
b. Friends of Austin
c. Bailey & Bentley
Answer: No miracle happened, so c is correct. Bailey and Bentley - puppies of Danielle & Alicia Although we'd love to see Baby 1 and Baby 2 (my nickname) Cody is allergic to dogs
6. In vowing not to put us through any more torture Noah:
a. Stopped shooting us with his nerf gun
b. Did his chores with a smile on his face
c. Wants to do more chores at home
Actually Noah is growing up and all three are correct. Noah can't wait until he can vacuum. The smile on his face while doing the chores happens when he's finished.
7. Danielle does the following in her non-spare time:
a. Watched a brain surgery operation
b. In college for nursing
c. Has the world's record of hanging up on people
I don't doubt she may have watched a TV show that showed brain surgery because she's been interested in the medical field since she's been young. So all three are correct
8. Without doubt Austin is at his best when he's:
a. fishing
b. casting
c. spinning
Since all three have to do with fishing, you picked the right one. (Continued other side)
9. Alisha Dawn spends a lot of time:
a. In the past
b. The day before today
c. The day after two days ago
Yes, you are correct again. She works at Yesterday's as a waitress.
10. What is our foster baby, Aaron best at?
a. Keeping up with his brother Tristan
b. Really keeping up with his brother Tristan
c. Really, Really keeping up with his brother Tristan
We've enjoyed both Aaron & Tristan, both our Foster children. They are great little boys.
Aaron is 11 months old and Tristan is 19 months old. Aaron just started walking - I mean running.
11. In keeping in touch with Brooke we have to?
a. Email
b. Text
c. Facebook
All the above, but texting is the best. She's twenty now, lives in Huron and is doing well.
12. What is Cody (2 years old) going to be when he grows up?
a. A Teacher
b. A Musician
c. A Carpenter
We don't know since he won't tell us, but he sure loves music, hitting things (and sometimes people) with his plastic hammer and getting after you if you need it or not.
13. What is the favorite past time of Kim & Randy
a. Getting away together
b. Going somewhere together
c. Dates on Sunday night
We sure did enjoy our anniversary and Kim's birthday by getting away together.
14. The future Tramp plans?
a. Pick out great vacation spots
b. Fostering
c. Watching our children graduate
As a family we love vacation. We will continue to foster parent children. We had several this past year and we miss them. Alisha Dawn will be a senior next year so all three answers are correct.
Word of the Day
Chagrin [cha·grin] n. A keen feeling of mental unease, as of annoyance or embarrassment, caused by failure, disappointment, or a disconcerting event.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, December 09, 2010
My Dad died when I was 10 and not too many days go by that I don't think of him. I suspect if he was alive today, he'd be working in a gas station as a mechanic. I remember the 1st Christmas we spent without him. (He died in Oct). Surprisingly I have very warm feelings of that Christmas season because my Mom was determined to make it a great time. May this Christmas season be a season of family warmth.
What do you do to make the Christmas season special to those around you?
What do you do to make the Christmas season special to those around you?
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, December 06, 2010
Austin
Kim & I took Austin out last night for his birthday meal. We went to Texas Roadhouse. It was great. He really enjoyed it.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Thanksgiving 1980
The weather was a perfect nice 70 degrees. But I wasn't outside, I was inside the YMCA. The weather was cold and the ones I loved was at my Mom's house. We were separated. I knew no one at the "Y" in person but knew them all because we were in the same situation. Navy guys unable to go home for Thanksgiving. I had my ten dollar roll of quarters and waited in anticipation to make my call. I and Kim talked for one hour. That is the only hour I remember that day. But it was an hour that even now brings tears to my eyes. I don't know what we talked about but I remember that phone call like it was yesterday. Even the silence at the end was so precious, not wanting to end our conversation. Not wanting to be separated on a day when family's are together. I would not trade that memory, for today is more special because of that day so many years ago.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Kids do the craziest things
I spoke to a Foster Parent group last night. (I loved it!) It brought back some memories of past experiences with foster kids. One of our foster/adopted kids was traveling with me in the van. We were coming back from visiting extended family. She was about 14 or 15 at the time and was sitting in the passenger seat of the van. (Whenever we go we have to take 2 vans and my wife was driving the van behind us with the rest of the kids.) I wasn't paying attention to what she was doing, until it occurred to me, holding a piece of paper on the window for a long time wasn't normal. I said, "let me see what you've written on that paper." She turned it around and it said, "HELP ME." Talk about going into panic. I can laugh now but I didn't then.
What's the goofiest thing your kids did, or you did.
What's the goofiest thing your kids did, or you did.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Monday, November 15, 2010
Kim & I were able to celebrate Kim's birthday in Sioux Falls. -great get away time
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
Friday, November 12, 2010
Spy
Here's a conversation between Kim & I
I call Kim: "AD is on the move, headed to PayLess shoes"
After a few minutes Kim calls me: "She's not in Location"
I text AD asking for location and get a message back, "Dad, I found a T-shirt that says, "If you knew my mother you would understand"
I text AD again and ask where she's at.
After a few minutes I get the reply from AD, "JC Penny's"
I call Kim and tell her JC Penny's
I get a call back from Kim, "Little bird has been spotted."
A successful spy operation accomplished. We really need GPS systems.
I call Kim: "AD is on the move, headed to PayLess shoes"
After a few minutes Kim calls me: "She's not in Location"
I text AD asking for location and get a message back, "Dad, I found a T-shirt that says, "If you knew my mother you would understand"
I text AD again and ask where she's at.
After a few minutes I get the reply from AD, "JC Penny's"
I call Kim and tell her JC Penny's
I get a call back from Kim, "Little bird has been spotted."
A successful spy operation accomplished. We really need GPS systems.
Randy Tramp, author of Night to Knight, parent of 11 children (8 adopted), traveled around the globe in the Navy, camp director for mentally/physically disabled, safari in Africa, worked at a Federal Prison, Children’s Pastor before turning his full attention to writing.
He writes books, blogs and short stories.
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