What???? Three Donuts!!!!!

I was so excited that Shane was coming down this morning to spend the weekend.


When he arrived, I found out he ate 3 donuts in the car on the way! THANKS POP-POP BILL!

Then of course his friend, Michael, had to get into the act!

But nothing that a good old hot tub would not cure.

My Uncle, My Godfather

Yesterday I received very sad news that my Uncle Lenny, my godfather, passed. This photo of my mom and my uncle was taken at our son's, wedding. I will always remember his smile. He was a great husband, brother, father, uncle, grandfather, friend and he will be dearly missed.


My Uncle Lenny and Aunt Shirley lived a very fulfilling and busy life. You just never knew when they were going to pop in. They were into RVs and traveling, and I will think of them often when Bill and I do the same.

Cousin Kevin and wife Janet

Cousin Vicky and son with Daughter Alicia

We celebrated Uncle Lenny's life. Aunt Shirley's nephew, Michael, did a wonderful job with the memories he had of growing up. The one that stuck in my mind, was their 2 week camping trip to Maine. After Uncle Lenny set up camp, they waited for Aunt Shirley's brother, Henny, and family to arrive, only to find that Henny forgot to make his reservation for a campsite. Uncle Lenny decided if Henny and family had to camp in the parking lot, then they would not be alone. Uncle Lenny packed up his family and moved their campsite to the parking lot alongside Michael's family because "that's the kind of guy he was."

The priest gave a wonderful sermon on how we are not made to be perfect here on earth. Once we have reached our goal of "perfection," there is no more reason for us to be here, and we are called home......

Aunt Shirley and Mom

I could not help but notice the stunning sunset as we drove home. As I looked at the gorgeous sky, I imagined how beautiful it must be where My Uncle, My Godfather is now resting in peace.

Great Wedding Videos

There are 2 great wedding videos on the internet that I've decided to post. I guess I'm into wedding videos because that's my daughter's business and I assist her when she needs my help.

The first one is for anyone who is getting married and trying to figure out what to do on their first dance. It can be viewed at: First Dance The second one is the best "toast" that we have ever seen and can be viewed at: Toast The toast starts off a little slow, but watch it to the end!


Alicia has been in business for 8 years and we've never seen anything like it. Enjoy!

Keaton, Shane, Chris, Griffin, Alicia and Landon

Guess where.....

Alicia, Chris, Landon, Keaton, Shane (hiding his face)

and Griffin at the National Christmas Tree.

Could not pass up this picture of the ice on the trees.

I love ice storms, as long as I can stay inside.

Tim's Wedding

Eileen's family, the dancing fools, didn't disappoint us! I think mom had a difficult time giving up her Timmy.

Tim and Alyse have been going together since High School. They have both finished college and now are beginning their lives together.

We made sure we were back in Maryland for our good friends, Eileen and Larry's son's wedding. Their daughter, Kelli, was a bridesmaid (and a very beautiful one at that). Can you tell how proud they are? (they should be)