Michael Richard
Born yesterday, weighing in at 7lb. 7oz.
Proud parents, Maureen and Patrick, and big brother, Peter, are all doing well and look forward to beginning their life as a family of four.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Saturday, January 31, 2009
A Long and Beautiful Life
June 20, 1917 - January 29, 2009
...a loving friend, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother
...a loving friend, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother
To a person who was beautiful both on the inside and on the outside. May we all find comfort and peace by celebrating your 91 years of life and cherishing the special memories we shared together throughout the years. Your kindness, loving nature, and talent will be greatly missed.
WE LOVE YOU!
We'll miss you, Great Grandma!
Thanks for all of the wonderful things you made us over the years!
We'll cherish them always.
We'll miss you, Great Grandma!Thanks for all of the wonderful things you made us over the years!
We'll cherish them always.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Earning their Keep
Despite all of the fun we had in the snow the past couple of days, there was also work to be done. The car needed to brushed off, the sidewalk shoveled, and the walkways cleared. Good thing we had such great help!
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Kate's Prayers were Answered
Last night before going to bed, Kate asked for it to snow during her prayers. Sure enough, she woke this morning to everything covered in white!! She turned to me and said, "I think God made it snow for me."
So we bundled the girls up and took them out into the winter wonderland this morning. Kate enjoyed shoveling with her sand shovel and trying to catch snowflakes. Lauren's primary goal was to try and stay dry...not very successful.
With the prediction of snow in the forecast yesterday, Mark went out and purchased a sled for the girls. We went to a newly developed neighborhood down the street and gave it a few test runs. Our sledding was somewhat brief due to the snow that is still falling and our lack of appropriate snow attire. Nonetheless, the girls enjoyed their first "true encounter" with snow.
Despite the fun had outside, the girls really enjoyed the hot chocolate and popcorn when we returned inside. I'm sure we'll venture out again before the snow melts in a couple of days.
So we bundled the girls up and took them out into the winter wonderland this morning. Kate enjoyed shoveling with her sand shovel and trying to catch snowflakes. Lauren's primary goal was to try and stay dry...not very successful.
With the prediction of snow in the forecast yesterday, Mark went out and purchased a sled for the girls. We went to a newly developed neighborhood down the street and gave it a few test runs. Our sledding was somewhat brief due to the snow that is still falling and our lack of appropriate snow attire. Nonetheless, the girls enjoyed their first "true encounter" with snow.
Despite the fun had outside, the girls really enjoyed the hot chocolate and popcorn when we returned inside. I'm sure we'll venture out again before the snow melts in a couple of days.
Monday, January 12, 2009
It's a Jungle Out There!
Our final park destination on our trip was the Animal Kingdom with Dad and Pat. We were highly entertained with the Festival of the Lion King and Finding Nemo: the Musical, two incredible show! We also explored "Africa" on the safari seeing numerous animals. During the day there were several character sitings as well as tasty refreshments including ice cream and popcorn.
Our final day in Florida was spent relaxing at our hotel in preparation for the long car ride the next day. We did enjoy some family time playing miniature golf and splashing in the pools and hot tubs. Our trip was amazing and filled with beautiful memories we will treasure for a lifetime.
Our final day in Florida was spent relaxing at our hotel in preparation for the long car ride the next day. We did enjoy some family time playing miniature golf and splashing in the pools and hot tubs. Our trip was amazing and filled with beautiful memories we will treasure for a lifetime.
Thursday, January 8, 2009
It truly is MAGICAL!!!
During our trip, we spent two days at the Magic Kingdom...one with the 4 of us and one with Dad and Pat. We went on several rides (some even numerous times), took in two parades, watched a show in front of the castle, had storytime with Belle, and interacted with the princesses and characters. The days were definitely long, but well worth it. Here are a few highlights from both days!
Monday, January 5, 2009
Penquins, Dolphins and Whales...oh my!
Since our return from Disney, life has been a little hectic with the holidays, family visits, fighting a cold that lasted 3 weeks, painting Lauren's room, and trying to get the house back in order before sending Mark and Kate back to school this morning. Don't get me wrong, it's been a wonderful few weeks...it's just prevented me from blogging. So...I pick up where we left off, our fun-filled trip to Orlando.
During Rich and Carol's visit we spent a day at Sea World. It has changed considerably since my last trip in 1994. The shows are all based on a story and beautifully choreographed with elaborate costumes, trapeze work, and real birds flying through the audience! Mark and I even had the opportunity to ride Kraken, a rather large roller coaster with several loops and corkscrews. (Not quite the same feeling as when we were teenagers.)
Here are some highlights from our day exploring life under the sea.
During Rich and Carol's visit we spent a day at Sea World. It has changed considerably since my last trip in 1994. The shows are all based on a story and beautifully choreographed with elaborate costumes, trapeze work, and real birds flying through the audience! Mark and I even had the opportunity to ride Kraken, a rather large roller coaster with several loops and corkscrews. (Not quite the same feeling as when we were teenagers.)
Here are some highlights from our day exploring life under the sea.
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