You go, Girl!

Turns out that my Grandma was in Vogue Magazine as a young woman. Who knew? Looking good there, Delores! I sure do miss you and know we'd have a good laugh about this if you were still here.

Halloween!

Here we are all set for a big night of Trick or Treating with friends. Both children changed their costumes at the last minute -- Mary went from being a lion to being a fairy, Jack went from being a racecar driver/power ranger/pirate to being a doctor/fire fighter. Super fun!

Summerville Storrytellers

We went on the Summerville Ghost Walk last weekend along with Jonathan's cousin, Louise Lawton, and her 4-year old son, John Robert. Various points of interest throughout Summerville's downtown have spots where children (and parents) can sit and hear funny/spooky stories. The Town Square is decorated with scarecrows produced by various youth groups and local businesses -- no, Jonathan's business did not do a scarecrow! We had a fun evening and enjoyed beautiful Fall weather with some new friends. Happy Halloween!

Grandma

My Grandma in Ohio died yesterday. She had just turned 93 and was in and out of the hospital with pneumonia, among other things. She was my father's mother and was the one who had the twins. Many people have told us that we look alike. She loved to laugh and always had a smile, even when she wasn't feeling strong. She is loved and missed by so many!

I love you, Grandma!

Here are some pictures of the last time we saw her, the summer of 2006.

Family!

Our dear cousins from London visited over the weekend, much to the delight of Mary and Jack. They brought their wonderful parents with them as well -- Jonathan's sister and her husband. Jonathan's parents came along for the weekend festivities as well as my sister Kat, my mother and her husband. Lotsa love here!

Happy 40th Birthday Party!

Thanks to everyone who came out to the big 40th birthday party for my dear husband! He had a wonderful time as did I! We loved sharing this occassion with all of his family, most of mine, and so many friends. I didn't know that he remembered how to play his didgeradoo -- he continues to amaze me! It was a night of dancing, music, laughing, eating, drinking, singing and good times.

Words I Never Thought I'd Say...

"Mary, please be sweet. Jack, if she won't play with you then just play with yourself!"