Merry Christmas!

The week is beginning to wind down for me, although there is much left to do! Just finished planning the Christmas dinner menu and shopping list. It's kinda sad that Christmas will be over before we know it and then we will be looking forward to next year already. The boys are so excited they can't even stand it. One more day of school left until next year! So I am wishing all of my family and friends a very Merry Christmas. May the new year be filled with good health and much happiness. Remember to take a moment and reflect back on this year. Take a minute to be thankful for what we have right here in front of us. Here's to 2011, may it be another amazing year! Until then.....

It kinda stuck with me

I heard this quote the other day and it just stuck with me. I don't know who the 'author' is to give credit but here it is.....

"Some of the greater things in life are unseen that's why you close your eyes when you kiss, cry or dream"

My boys...where has the time gone?

This year I wanted our Christmas pictures to be updated. I packed the boys up and we went down into town to take a few pictures. While looking through the lens, I realized then just how fast they were growing up. How each has matured in the past year and how very handsome they are! Call me prejudice but they are!!! So here are some shots of the boys...being boys!

Congratulations Stacey and Kevin!

Pete and I had the honor of attending a friends wedding down in Fort Lauderdale at the end of October. Kevin was Pete's old partner in the city. We stayed right along A1A across the street from the beach. We spent 3 beautiful days in sunny Florida. The wedding was beautiful and the rain held off long enough that day to have the ceremony outside on the golf course. Had a blast! Congrats Stacey and Kevin! Many, many more!

Meghan...our sweet little Meghan

On June 4th, 2010, I once again became an Aunt!!! Meghan Kathleen arrived a few days before her due date. We were all so thrilled! She is the youngest of three girls. Kasey is 12, Erin is 10 and little Meghan. She is now nearly 7 months old and is such a joy! When my Grandfather passed away in October, he gave us the greatest gift, even in death. My brother, sister-in-law Trisha and Meghan flew up to New York for the wake and funeral. Just being able to meet my niece for the first time and have her with us for a few short days, made the saddness that much easier to deal with. She has an infectious smile!!! We were able to grab a few photos of her sweet little smile!!! We love you and miss you all so very much!

2010 Softball Champions!

It's been about 8 years now that I have been playing with some of THE most amazing women. We are affectionately known as "THE PINK LADIES". After a long, hot summer, we went undefeated for the season! It was onto the playoffs where we kicked some serious A$$! Each year I start to think that I am just getting too old to play because I am nearly crippled after first game of the season. But...how could I possibly quit on such an amazing bunch of girls? It's the only time that I get to be a sweaty ball player. Well, here's to next year ladies! Let's make 2011 our year again! See you all in the Spring!

Why wait for next year....

I was going to wait until the beginning of next year but I came across some pictures of the last few months....I will post them below....until then, see you next year!

It's Been Awhile....

wow...I cannot believe that I have not updated my blog since July. Let's see.....the end of the summer was uneventful. The boys finished camp and we started our back to school shopping. Nick has entered the 8th grade, Kevin is in 7th and the twins are in 5th grade. Where has the time gone? I can still remember the days of bottles and potty training. Seems so sad that they are all growing up and moving on.

In October I lost my grandfather. He was 91 years young. I miss him terribly and I am ashamed to admit that I have not gone back to the cemetery since his passing. It's still too difficult to go back there. I have made the decision that I am going to take the kids this coming Saturday and go visit him for Christmas. The boys took his passing hard, but I have to say I was so proud of the young gentlemen they were at the wake and funeral. Grandpa would have been so proud of them. This will be our first Christmas since I was a child without him....I can't even imagine it. He is in a better place now with my Grandmother who passes away when I was 7. They are finally spending Christmas together. That definitely brings me some comfort.

Thanksgiving was wonderful. We spent the day at Pete's sisters house and had a wonderful meal. Nadine always does such a beautiful job hosting. There were many laughs! Now to get ready for Christmas. I am done shopping and have started wrapping. The house looks and smells like Christmas.

That is it for now. I promise to post pictures in the New Year. For now, may you all have a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year!

xoxo