Yeah, She's Still Got It!

And they think I'm too old to do anything!

Alyssa and Jacob

I can't believe how big they're getting!

Vacation

Here are some pictures of Taylor and Michael's summer visit to NY. I'll post more as the week goes on.

Happy Birthday Bob!

Today is my father-in-law's birthday! Happy Birthday Dad, Bob, Granpappy! Hope your day was memorable. Here he is with Shirley, both looking as dapper as ever!

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Jeana and Chris who recently announced their engagement!!

Happy 4th Birthday Corbin

While we were on vacation, Corbin turned 4 and we had a birthday party for him. There is definitely a story behind Corbin's cake but we'll talk about that some other time....but for now let's just say that we were on vacation and the "spirits" were flowing freely - LOL

Vacation

Well, vacation has come and gone and here I am just starting to post some pictures. We had a great time. The weather was great (90's everyday), the water was warm and we were together. We sure did miss Corine, Mike and the kids but there's always next year. Everyone is already looking for a place big enough for all of us. The good thing about getting a nice big house is that the cost is relatively cheap to stay somewhere for a week when you split it between so many families. We get to buy our food and cook (everyone has a designated night to cook for everyone) so you don't have to eat out all the time. Enjoy the pictures.....

Belated Wishes

Happy Belated Anniversary to Marchelle and Tyler who celebrated 2 years on June 11th.

Happy Belated Anniversay

Happy 2nd Anniversary to Al and Jean!

Happy Memorial Day

To our Veterans past, present, future:

Thank You!

Happy Mother's Day!

To all the Mom's out there, I wish you Happy Mother's Day!

Jacob

Here's some new shots of Jacob. Marchelle and Tyler call him Jay (just like Papa!) but to me, he's still Jacob!

Happy Birthday Dad!

Happy Birthday Dad! Hope your having a great day!

Happy Birthday Tommy!

Happy Birthday Tommy!
Hope your birthday is great!

Congratulations

Congratulations to Gail! She just completed her final chemo treatment! She was supposed to have four treatments but after talking to her oncologist yesterday, the Dr. decided she was doing so good that there would be no significant benefit for a fourth treatment!! Yipee! Gail gets a month off before she starts localized radiation treatments

Happy Birthday Annie!

Happy Birthday Annie! Hope you had a wonderful day!!

Getting Better

Well, the Nor'Easter is over we faired pretty good. Some accumulation of slush, some snow but it was mixed with alot of rain so we were very lucky unlike some people in different areas. Today, the sun was shining for awhile. Yup, that big beautiful yellow ball in the sky broke through the clouds and shined on us. AND, tomorrow......the weatherman has predicted more of the same! As a matter of fact for the next 5 or 6 days, the temps are supposed to steadily climb into the 50s, 60s and (gasp) 70's. Only in the Northeast can you go from 30 to 70 in just a couple of days! Well, this gal is ready for the weekend! Windows open, car cleaning, standing on my deck (I can smell a cookout already)!

Enjoy your weekend, I know I will!

Roses

Here's my father-in-law Bob with the new rose bush he planted. Looks nice!

Nor'Easter

Spring. Mid-April. Nor'easter. Winter storm warning in effect. Up to a foot of snow expected. Flowers starting to bloom which will all die.

So far, April hasn't been a good month. It's not unusual, however, to have a storm in April but in the very beginning of the month - not the middle. I guess the only thing we can hope for is that the temps warm up quickly afterwards to melt it all. Not too fast or we'll have flooding but warmer will be nice.

I'm miserable - can you tell? It's not just me, talk to any New Yorker or northener for that matter. We're tired of cold and certainly do not want any more snow. Our windows have been closed since last September.

We want pool covers off, flowers blooming, patio furniture on the decks. I want to wear shorts and flip flops. I want to mow the grass.

Guess I should go get some cheese, huh?

Spring is arriving

I've seen the first signs of spring and it feels so good.

It thundered and lightening this past weekend. I got so excited to hear those sounds! And it's thundering and lightening right now and pouring rain! It's warm outside and the back door is open. YEAH!!!

I saw bugs flying in the air on my to work this morning. Jamie and I were standing on the deck talking tonight and we saw a bat! I can tell you that I've never been excited to see a bat before, but tonight it just seemed so good! On my way home, I swear I saw a robin. It was fast, came flying out of no where, but I swear I saw an orange breast as it quickly detoured back to the side of the road.

The temps are still fluctuating but we're on the upswing!!!

What I'm waiting for is the little bit of greenery you see on the bushes on the side of the road. I usually notice it driving on my way home. You see a tiny bit and your eyes are peeled to the side looking for another glimpse to make sure you saw right the first time. That's when this ol' girl gets happy. Spring is absolutely my favorite season. It will still be 2 more months before the leaves are all out but it's coming! I can't wait!