Everyone Loves a Parade!

We had a splendid Christmas parade in our small town this year.  I must say it was one of the best I've seen since living here.  This was Nick's first year participating, not watching.  He rode with his boy scout troop.  He was nervous at first, but admitted enjoying the ride!  Adam had a great time catching candy, dancing to the bands, and enjoying the fun figures that stopped and waved.

 Mimi (my Mom) and Adam waving at Santa!



 Adam and a fellow friend enjoying Pooh

 Nick riding in the parade.  He's right above the "P" in Pack.

We loved that the boy scout float was pulled by Thomas!  Such a great day.

Happy Holidays!!!

My Valentine Suprises!

Roses, lobster, a small vacation without kids in 2 weeks, and my 3 favorite guys equals a SUPER Valentines Day!!

Happy Valentines Day!

It's Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas!

The yard is all decorated with our small inflateables that my boys LOVE,

and the bright lights are up!

Everyone is anxiously awaiting the big day!

Mary & Joseph are waiting the arrival of Baby Jesus

O' Christmas Tree ~ Decorated, Bright, & Beautiful

The Stockings Were Hung by the Chimney with Care!

It's the most wonderful time of the year!!!!!!

For our freedom...We say thank you!

Independance Day!!

I hope everyone has a safe, fun, and wonderful day!!

Happy 4th of July!!

It's Father's Day Weekend!

Life Lessons

You may have thought I didn't see, Or that I hadn't heard,

Life lessons that you taught to me,

But I got every word.
Perhaps you thought I missed it all,And that we'd grow apart,

But Dad, I picked up everything,

It's written on my heart.
Without you, Dad, I wouldn't beThe woman I am today;

You built a strong foundation

No one can take away.
I've grown up with your values, And I'm very glad I did;

So here's to you, dear father,

From your forever grateful kid.

By Joanna Fuchs

Friday Photo Flashbacks - Father's Day Edition

I thought I would flashback and honor some of my families favorite fathers.

My Dad with my boys showing Nick some of the Tow Trucks his company makes.

Nick was 3 and Adam was 5 months.

My Dad holding 4 hour old Adam.

Adam, 20 months, old helping my father in law install my pantry cabinet.

Ray and his little Steelers fans - Nick 3, Adam 2 months

My boys, stil to this day, love to "help" Daddy mow grass.

Nick 4 - Adam 1 1/2



Happy Father's Day Weekend Everyone.

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Memorial Day

Happy Memorial Day Weekend Everyone!!

I hope it's, safe, fun, and extra special. What a great weekend to remember our heros and celebrate with friends and family. This weekend is also the perfect way to kick off summer.

What are your special plans?? I'd love to hear from you!

Enjoy!!

Happy Mother's Day!

Wishing my Mom, grandmothers, family, and friends who are mothers a fantastic day!

"All that I am or ever hope to be, I owe to my mother" ~ Abraham Lincoln

Easter Fun!

Adam's Toy Story Eggs

Nick's Star Wars Eggs

Nick is putting the finishing touches on his Star Wars eggs.

Adam dyed his hands before he dyed his eggs, and he was rather pleased with himself!



Perfectly placing the Toy Story stickers on the eggs.

Nick's bunny ears from kindergarten.

My boys!!

Friday Flashbacks - Easter Addition

Easter 2008 - Nick 4, Adam 1

Nick's 1st Easter, 4 months old. He slept through the whole picture :)

Nick's 1st easter, portrait. 4 Months old.

I am not sure why I don't have any pics of Adams's first Easter. He was only 2 months old and I think I was still in that "adjusting to 2 kids phase" and the camera wasn't used much! haha

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Happy Easter Everyone!!!!!

Easter Bunny

Happy 2010

I hope 2010 brings you lots of fun, memories, good health, good fortune, and good times!

From my family to your...Happy New Year!