Saturday, June 19, 2010

Jensen Gymnastics Show





Well it was one for the money and two for the show and Jensen you go go go! Tumble, turn and twist it was terrific, especially because she was act 5!!! In and out and on to the next event. It is not that often I leave Nana but geepers so much in one day! Nice show Jensen, you did good girl and thanks for waiting for me.

No Fear Nick in the Pool

Nick loves the pool and shows no fear. Thank goodness Sam the lifeguard is there.

Mark IHC Class of 2010







Mark has graduated from IHC and Rose finished her remodeling just in time to entertain a small army to celebrate her baby's accomplishment. Nothing but the best for the last to leave the nest!!! Congratulations Mark and Rose the house looks great.

Cohoes Update





Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Nana playing with her great greats

Who says you can't have fun with someone 90 plus years older than you. Well Nana and her great great grand kids did just that. In one of Nana's good moments she loved playing with the kids and they loved playing with her. Times like this are special and they don't happen everyday but after a rough day at work it is times like this that makes life worth while.

Monday, June 14, 2010

RIP Shadow Marie


I had the privilege of babysitting for Shadow from time and time and there couldn't be an easier dog that ever came along. She just loved to loved by everyone and that she was. Today was a sad day as we say goodbye to dear ole Shadow. In our hearts you will always be and in my shadow now right behind me.

Julian sings Hush Little Baby

Could he be telling his parents something? I think he'd make a wonderful older brother of 2 siblings..... Check his singing out and can't you just see this sweet little angel singing to his baby brother????????

Saturday, June 12, 2010

Nick's 2nd Birthday











For a last minute party it worked our pretty good. I think the kids all had a good time and I know they tired me out. Happy Birthday Nick. Boy do I have a many pictures to process when I retire!!!!!!!!!!! I hope you enjoy them. Thank goodness I don't have to share my mower anymore.

Hi you old fart, welcome the new content.


Hi welcome everyone. This picture is dedicated to the father of this child. Just a minute let the kids get your bifocals!!!

Justyn First Communion



Justyn made his first communion in May. I know it is hard to believe but time stops for no one and we cherish each day we can spend time as a family.

The house is coming along




For those that don't stop traffic on Davidson on daily basis here is a picture of the progress on our dream home. Yes, it is hard to believe that after living our entire marriage on the second floor we will soon be in our new home on the first floor. Stop by for the tour they are done daily.

June Celebrations

Okay, I said I wasn't going to post anything as no one was looking at it anyway but then today Jon said he missed it so he shamed me into it. If you want this blog to continue you have to comment and use it otherwise people like Jon and I can see each other in person.

June 10 Jonna turns 27.
June 12 Nicholas turns 2.
June 12 Joel turns 51.
June 13 Matt asked Gina proposal one year anniversary.
June 15 Jean turns 46.
June 19 Jo Jo will be 26.
June 25 Anthony turns 29.
June 27 Jillian turns 28.
June 30 Amy & Jay celebrate 9 years 0f marriage.

If missed anyone or anything special please let me know.

Thursday, April 29, 2010


My mind for May was lost in April, please let me know if I missed anyone.

May 1 - Matthew Jeffrey is first pedaling his way to year 29.

May 8 - Mom & Dad's 56th Wedding Anniversary.

May 9 - Jaymeson Paul turns lucky #7.

May 11 - Timothy Patrick turns 14.

May 16 - Jo Ann celebrates another year.

May 16 - Justyn's first communion.

May 18 - Rose Marie adds another year.

May 19 - James Duncan III at 17.

May 20 - Samual Howard with # 12.

May 23 - Jared and Gabby first anniversary and return to St. Croix Island.

May 27 - Roman Christopher with #10.

May 30 - Noah John with # 13.

May 31 - Emma Catherine # 14.

Celebrate good times come on!!!! Where does the time go??? Please apply for any future May additions!!!!

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Visiting Nana


I am not sure who is more lucky or who has more fun.....Nana with her great great grandchildren or the little ones visiting her!!!! All I know is she perks up when they are in the room. When we first got there while I was talking with Jeff we noticed the 4 little ones lined up in row having their own conversation with Nana or the other way around! Then the Netto nurses were tending to Tula and Myah who both had pretend broken legs!!! I tried to get Jeff to sit there as he is older than me and might need assistance long before me but he wouldn't cooperate!!! Don't worry Jon they will be able to train Eva and Ella!!!!

Friday, April 16, 2010

Golf Tracker

I have recently stumbled onto a new website a friend recommended and thouhgt it might be fun to check it out. The Website is www.myscorecard.com the club i created is a private club it can be found under the clubhouse button. The name is stcroixGC and the password is saint. If anyone has any troubles let me know i have already registerd one score and have not played with it much but check it out if you want. This is just one man trying to take some initiative since no one else has any competitive spirit anymore.

Sunday, April 4, 2010

Jessie and Aaron announce their engagement



Looks like another St. Croix wedding will occur in the summer of 2011. Who's next?? We will bring Aaron to Watertown to meet the entire family very soon.

Saturday, April 3, 2010

April's Days of Celebration

April 3rd - Mom turns 76 and hoping for her pick "DUKE" to win on her special day. Let's hope that Rose's birthday dinner for her doesn't give her heart burn in a close game. Just kidding Rose.

April 5Th - Shawn Malone now that he's off the market we will let his great wife tell his age.

April 6Th - Liam will be celebrating his 12Th birthday almost a teenager where does the time go?

April 19Th - Jeff & Rose will celebrate 30 years. I remember the toast...the end went: ..for tonight is the night!!! Happy Anniversary!

April 21st - Cathy will be celebrating her '04 in reverse birthday. See I didn't really tell your age.

April 25Th - Caroline's big # 9 and Nana thinks she's a pretty fine nurse.

April 26Th - Amy will be celebrating her big 32 plenty of time for another new grandchild or two.

If we missed anything or anyone please let us know!

Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Uncle Jon teaching Nick Italian Salute!!!

We soon realize that Jon deserves Ella and more. Apparently to pacify the time at the hospital with Nana he has taught poor little good boy Nick to give the Italian Salute. While Nick is Italian and Ella may not behave Jon it doesn't give you the right to corrupt poor little innocent kids!!!

Monday, March 29, 2010

Planning Matt's Last "Single" Outing

Mike Moran contacted me and asked if I would post something to give all a chance to plan ahead for Matt's last night out as single man with the guys. He said to mark your calendar for July 3rd for Matt's last day of freedom. Right now they are planning on doing the bachelor party on Saturday July, 3rd. The details of what they are going to do haven't been ironed out yet, but he wanted to get a estimated number of people that are going to attend so he can set up a tee time and other festivities. I am guessing the other activities will have to be "LOOKED" into but I am sure he will be in "POLE" position to take a lead to "STAGE" a titillating event!!!!

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Gram returns for check up

Gram returned to her Doctor for a recheck. He says to her: "you are looking good" and she says "so are you". He said she is where she should be as far as progressing. He said this is a long process especially given her age. She is starting to move more and can now put light weight on the foot to start walking. With the meds, sleep and not being home she has her moments but we are thankful for the good ones. I know Jon and I had fun riding the BUS up to the Doctor's office but Jon refused to sing the Wheels on the Bus for Nana. Can you imagine? Also when Jon was playing with the x-ray light in the exam room she told him that it wouldn't show much in his head. This morning she told me Rose forced her to eat so much the night before that she was still full and then said she would make a good nurse. When the food doesn't look good we send Jeff to seek out something better. When she needs a little more fight to continue we leave her and Mom alone as Dad keeps her in candy and cat snacks!!! Sometimes even the most stressful and exhausting moments can be made fun with family members around. God bless us all!

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

I can smell the GREEN!!!

I know what you all may be thinking but the title does have to do with golf. I only have a very little patch of snow left therefore in places where it might not of been as much snow like Utica or nearby might be somewhat close to getting some golfers on their course. I dont know who all is interested or anything or if it will be Jon, Jan, Jess and myself but lets get motivated here and someone find a course. I am not sure about the other 3 mentioned in this post but i can defiantely speak for myself when i say " I have no problems taking your money or giving you my wifes either way i win". So lets get as many as possible and maybe open the golf season with a st.croix and friends open if anyone is interested .... if not see you other 3 on the course anyway.

Friday, March 12, 2010

March Forward and Salute Our March Celebrations

March 18 - Jeffrey James celebrates 55 years the double nickel and let's hope he has double the celebration.

March 30 - Landen celebrates his 3rd birthday. Maybe his Mom will post a picture!!!

My mind is not clear so if I missed anyone be sure and let me know.

Nick spins like a Figure Skater!

It seems while Anthony has been watching the Sens his son has been watching figure skating. He almost has his spins down. Now all he needs is a pair of figure skates. I can see it now Nicky Netto does the Quad!!!

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Julia Singing

I caught Julia singing and thought it was cute. Plug the ears and let us know if she sings like her Dad or Mom!!!!

Friday, February 26, 2010

Nana in Hospital with broken hip

Nana fell and broke a hip and I guess we have been lucky it never happened before. She is doing fairly well but has her good minutes and bad minutes. You never know what state of mind she will be in but for her age she is amazing. Hopefully all the drugs will work their way out of her system. She kids with nurses and pokes fun with them. Dr. Peter Van I think is still in shock over her comments before surgery when he was advising her of the risk that included death. She looked at him and responded .... "Well I only have to do that once!" After he managed to close his chin he said: "well I guess you are right about that". Then she dismissed him and told us she didn't think he was old enough to be practicing. Today when they changed the wound they told her that her Doctor signed her hip where he operated and she said well I better not wash it off. I guess age has no limits when it comes to cute men! Right Jill??? Maybe Nana will let you see his signature as for me I will pass after being scared for life watching those a little older than me walk up and down the hall ..... can't they put Velcro on those hospital gowns????

Jon advancing technology skills

Surprise Jon was caught showing off his technology skills!!!!!

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Erinn's and Bryce's Birthday






Birthday celebrations in Cohoes. Papa bought a special topping that almost burned the cake but Bryce enjoyed his cake. Mama frowned on the candy but Elmo saved the situation.

Monday, February 8, 2010

Well the ducks don't seem to mind the weather.

I drove by on my way to Dad's the other day and couldn't resist this photo. The ducks seem to enjoy a winter swim but the stream not frozen over I guess we can't complain!

What an angel!!!

I was dumping pictures off the cards to empty them for the wedding Saturday and came across this little angel. I couldn't resist posting it. He must take after his mother my kids would never pose.

Cool guys wear shades

Do you recognize these bad boyz?

How about without the poppy?

How about without the shades?

Yes, it is the Wednesday night bad boyz at Papa's and their side companion DOG!

Thursday, February 4, 2010

February Celebrations

Hey, it is February 4Th and was just thinking about the twins age so here are this month's special days:

February 4 - Jon and Jan hit 52 ... age before beauty!!!
February 6 - Josh hits 23 at the Paddock Club he might be!!!!
February 7 - Ella Jean turns terrible 2 "God help us!!!
February 20 - Bryce Xavier turns 2 and Papa Jan won't know what to do!
February 21 - Jo Ann and Jay will celebrate 34 and hope for a new door.
February 25 - Erinn celebrates 21 legal and fun not that she hasn't been practicing!!!
February 26 - Jensen turns 3 (her parents offer her up for free!!! poor kid)
February 26 - Jenny celebrates her birthday (nice quiet night with hubby and oh the other three)
February 27 - Michael celebrates his 23rd can we come to the City and celebrate?

Did I miss anyone or anything?

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Golfing

I hope everyone is getting their clubs all cleaned up and ready to go for the 2010 golf year!! i know its still early but call me hopeful, everyone keep an eye one their area and once the snow falls and courses open who knows maybe we all can, or a bunch of us, or who ever wants to can get out and hit the links. We might as well start the year off right by me taking everyones money!!! My favorite Nation ??? you guessed it "Do-Nation"