Once upon a time (a long time ago) in a Galaxy not far away Jerry was spotted cruisin' around the skies with the Blue Angels.

This, That and Whatever.

When Beaver Lake was constructed on the White River one of the Ozarks prime historic sites was covered with water. However, the amphitheatre which was to serve as the base of William H. "Coin" Harvey's "Pyramid to a Dying Society" at Monte Né can't be kept submerged. It occsionally sees the light of day.

After all, Benjamin only lacks one day of being a month old. Time for him to learn how to eat Blue Bunny ice cream with ginger ale.

Benjamin takes his first major train ride on the Arkansas & Missouri excursion train from Springdale to Van Buren.

Benjamin enjoys his new surroundings at home much better than the hospital.

Benjamin Patrick Shepherd arrived about three weeks earlier than expected a little after 4 p.m. Sunday afternoon. Weighing in at 7 pounds 10 ounces, Benjamin stretched out to 21 inches.

Just past his 4-week birthday, Nicholas take time from playing with big sister Alison to get his picture taken.

Alison urges brother Nicholas and cousin Benjamin to join her in the water as the clan spends a Labor Day weekend swim outing at Kathleen's.

For many years Rogers has been known to have one of the most outstanding 4th of July fireworks displays for a city of its size. These albums show recent years programs.

With word out that the Union Pacific was bringing the largest operating steam locomotive in the world through Ft. Smith, someone decided Alison had to go the 80 miles to see it. Not that they wanted to go or anything.

All decked out in her SaraLee outfit, Alison helps mother make cookies for Christmas snacks.

This album contains historic photographs of the Hiett - Moore families and their ancestors.

We took Nessie down to Devil's Den to romp around outside and play in the water, but with the recent thunderstorms there was a little more water than we'd bargained for.

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The Willards' pets: Nessie and Kate.

Benjamin gets his first haircut in chair No. 1 at the infamous Townzen Barber shop in Rogers, making the fourth generation in his extended family to sit in that chair. Uncle Lee also got his first haircut there..

Spring has arrived in the Ozarks and Alison and Nicholas try out the new swing, slide, playhouse, et al.

The Rogers Daisy Airgun Museum opened its doors in a new home Sunday. Nov. 14, 2004.

Something tells me Alison will be first one to put in name for Cheerleader tryouts in a few years.

Nicholas celebrates New Years Day at home.

Alison takes her first major train ride on the Arkansas & Missouri excursion train from Springdale to Van Buren. The facial expressions tell how she liked it.

Nicholas had his own ideas and ignored doctors and parents plans for arrival time. He arrived Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2004, at 2:45 p.m. Nicholas Luke weighed in at 8 pounds, 9 ounces and 19½ inches long. At least he was considerate and picked 2:45 p.m. rather than 2:45 a.m.





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On February 17 friends of Brad and Gail gathered to celebrate the expected arrival of the first Mini-Willard and to fatten the "baby goodie chest."

This album contains historic photographs of the Weisser - Stover families and their ancestors.

Although Aunt Gail and Daddy got initiated into the Ginger Ale and Ice Cream Club at less than a week old, poor grandchildren have to wait their turn.

Alison starts Gymnastics class April 29. No one told her the concept of fear.

This album contains photographs of the goings on of the Sand Hills crew and their families.

Benjamin's new Brother arrives - Samuel appears ready to join the football team.

With a new brother in town, we can't let grandpa's favorite grandaughter get forgotten. Here are some recent pictures of Alison.

Before & after pictures -- mainly before.

Although she is 3-years-old, Alison saw her first snow deep enough to play in February 18, 2006. Appears she liked it.

This album contains photographs of the goings on along Snokomo Road.

This album contains historic photographs of

the Thorpe - Griggs families and their

ancestors.

This album contains historic photographs of

the Dickerson - Hickey families and their

ancestors. It includes albums containing

photographs of all family members attending

the 2010 & 2002 Dickerson Reunions.

All decked out in his Irish attire, Benjamin celebrates his first St. Patrick's Day at the City Park.