Tuesday, May 26

Maureen May 26, 2009

Maggie looking like she's got something to say...

Molly May 26, 2009

Stephen's first sports banquet. And his ribbon.

Jen May 26, 2009

Today we went out shopping at the mall after a long day I got James some toys from the disney store for being soo good. He loves Winnie the pooh and Tigger too!

Marla May 26, 2009

Dinner was from Panera tonight.

Margie May 26, 2009

Clint is Jesse's sponsor for Confimation. He came up tonight to attend practice with Jesse.

Miranda May 26, 2009


It was cool to get Gianni's social security card today!

Donna May 26, 2009

This, aparently, is why God invented beauty salons! The picture doesn't do justice to hard dark it is! What to do????

Monday, May 25

Maureen May 25, 2009

Going for a hike by Ferson Creek - just before the rain started to fall.

Jen May 25, 2009

Today we wanted to have a barbecue but the weather was awful outside so we stayed in and I made this blanket.

Margie May 25, 2009

Gabby & I went to a baby shower for Bonnie. I used to take care of Bonnie. And, Gabby spent the first 6 weeks of her life as a foster child in Bonnie's home. We found out yesterday that Gabby's very first name was Michelle!

Marla May 25, 2009

I spent the entire day today either in bed or on the couch. It's either a cold or allergies. I am totally congested. I just don't feel good.

Miranda May 25, 2009


We had high hopes to get lots done today and then have time to hang out...but, we really didn't get anything done. This is everyone (Joey, G and meow meow) resting...except me!

Donna May 25, 2009

This is what I have just done! Only done it myself once or twice before. It's scary! Especially when the sale price on the box says $2! I am afraid to take the towel off!

Sunday, May 24

Maureen May 24, 2009

Playing in the creek at a park in Winfield

Margie May 24, 2009

Have to find some time to fix a leak, then pour in the chlorine and hope it clears up.

Marla May 24, 2009

Adam and Cole-Family Campout night at Kane County Cougars stadium.

We went to the Cougars game tonight complete with entertainment from the Zooperstars, Fireworks and running the bases (oh, and the Cougars won!). Eric and Cole went earlier today to set up our tent in the picnic area. After the game the campers got to watch a movie from the outfield (I only stayed at the movie for a little bit-I'm sleeping at home tonight). In the morning the Cougars are providing them breakfast. It should be quite an experience. And, we hope to get more family to do it next time that they offer it (we just found out about it this morning...sorry)

Jen May 24, 2009

We bought new patio furniture and my dad help Joe set it up yesterday and today we enjoyed it. Me and Joe also played checkers. I haven't played that game in years. Plus we ate dinner outside.

Miranda May 24, 2009

This is a picture from the wedding we went to yesterday. My mom was wonderful and watched Gianni for us while we went to the reception.

Saturday, May 23

Maureen May 23, 2009

Jumping off of a swing at a park that Jim discovered when he delivered a jump to that party that's just breaking up under the pavilion in the background. We find lots of fun playgrounds that way.

Molly May 23, 2009

This is Kara (and Nick), who has been a long time receptionist for me. She works as I need her, but has been helping me out for at least seven years. If you can't tell, they got married. It was a very nice wedding and reception (held at an art gallery).

Jen May 23, 2009


Today James took his first bubble bath. Today was also his last day at Gymboree. He wont be back for at least another month or two. This is a picture of his teacher, she loves him so much and says she is going to miss him.

Marla May 23, 2009

New classmates

Margie May 23, 2009

Went to a barbeque at Nikki's house.

Miranda May 23, 2009

We are going to Pheasant Run for a wedding and spending the night...who knew I would have to pack so much stuff for just one night? And that's not even all of it!

Friday, May 22

Maureen May 22, 2009

Molly May 22, 2009

Look like fun? Not so much

Jen May 22, 2009

Today Joe didn't have to go to work so we went out for lunch and then went shopping. Then me and James went over to my friends house for a little bit and he had his first little play date with her kids.

Margie May 22, 2009

She chose to not walk in her school's graduation ceremony. Today her diploma came in the mail. I'm very proud of her!

Marla May 22, 2009

Today Cole did the announcements on the Harrison Street School Channel 10 News.

Miranda May 22, 2009

Ironing??? Who irons anymore? I had to iron Joe's shirt for a wedding we are going to tomorrow...I haven't ironed anything for a long time!

Thursday, May 21

Molly May 21, 2009

Blood work.

Jen May 21, 2009

Today James and I went out to eat at a restaurant. It was like we were on a little date. He was so good. Then we met up with my Dad for a little while.

Maureen May 21, 2009

Leaving the school after the band concert.

Marla May 21, 2009

I played cue card holder for Cole tonight. At his school they do the announcements on tv on Fridays. Cole was chosen to be one of the reports this week. So, we practiced some at home.

Donna May 21, 2009

I went with Miranda (and G) to say goodbye to her work people and clean out her office. It being a bit sad, we stopped on the way home at Cheeseburger in Paradise. Could we help it if margaritas were the 'special'....?

Margie May 21, 2009

Preschool graduation.

Miranda May 21, 2009

Today was bittersweet...I cleaned out my office at my work and turned in my keys and pager!

Wednesday, May 20

Jen May 20, 2009


It was such a nice day me and James spent sometime outside on his play mat he loved it. I also had some of the cutest chocolate I got from the baby shower I was at. It was almost too cute to eat.

Maureen May 20, 2009

Showing us what she's learned to do at recess this year

Marla May 20, 2009

Eric and I took a bike ride this afternoon.

Margie May 20, 2009

Hunting for frogs.

Miranda May 20, 2009

These are the empty lots next to our house....I wish someone in my family would buy one and build a house!

Tuesday, May 19

Molly May 19, 2009

Farrell with his Confirmation sponsor.(Thanks Clint) Right before the festivities.

Jen May 19, 2009


We went out for Lunch and Ice Cream with my Dad and Jess. James wanted what Jess was drinking and tried to drink from the straw.

Maureen May 19, 2009

Dancing at the Spring Jazz Fling

Miranda May 19, 2009

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Marla May 19, 2009

As I look back on my day there are so many things that I could have made my "picture of the day". But, I either didn't think about it or I didn't have my camera with. I finally decided to get some allergy testing done at the doctor. My appointment was today and it appears that I am allergic to tree pollens (follow up shots in a few weeks). That was missed photo opportunity number one. Then after dinner Cole, Eric and I took a walk. Missed photo opportunity number two. Stopped at the park to play. Number three. And, I gave Cole a two block piggyback ride on the way home from the park (FYI-he is really heavy). Number four. Instead you get a photo of my KFC free grilled chicken meal rainchecks that needed to be postmarked by today. Sorry, I'll try better tomorrow.