Computer Troubles

I know its been about two weeks since I posted but the computer decided it didn't like me and won't let me do anything. It has graciously allowed me access once again, thank God, so here are some pictures. Before Mike was home a couple of weeks ago I let the kids try out their wheels on the empty driveway. I'll admit we need to do it more but our street is rather busy for me to chase two kids by myself.

Here's Becca on her "new-to-her" tricycle . She didn't peddle much but loved pushing herself around.

Let's go Mom!


Yesterday Patrick got to have a whole Popsicle to himself. Dad helped him get in his mouth but Becca wasn't around to steal some.

Becca has grown up a lot in the last two weeks. She slept in the toddler bed yesterday for a nap and insisted on sleeping there last night! This is her waking up after her nap, sweaty head and all.

Becca has also started using the potty regularly now. She won't sit on the little potty but has to be on the toilet. She hasn't quite figured out what to do when its time to pooh but she's trying. After all, she's not quite 21 month old! She's so smart!

Winterset part 2

The party was great and Mike took some awesome pictures. Here Anna and enjoy some food.

Maureen showing off Jake to Aunt Pat and Debbie C.

The Coles up-dating us on their kids. We all worked at the pool together.

I just like this picture of Katie. She's such a doll.

Clara, Liam and Patrick didn't waste any time getting to the munchies. The fruit and veggie trays were a huge hit!

Here are AJ, Clara, Gabe and Patrick having a great time chasing each other around on the deck.


Maureen with Jake. He is so cute and she looks great.

Elizabeth and Luke.

Becca refused to eat off her own plate but, as you can see, she had no problem pilfering other peoples food.


Here are some shots of all 11 grandkids ranging from 8 years to 3 weeks! I don't know how we got them all to sit still for 30 seconds.




Random party shot of Katie eating next to Great Aunt Pat.

Becca showed off her mad skills with a soccer ball.

My cousin Anna had no problem taking a kid off anyone's hands.

Dan played ball with the kids.

Here are some fun shots of the kids on the playground.

Erin was so fast across those monkey bars!

John hammed it up on the swing.

Anna was a big help with the kids. Thanks Anna!

As cute as this picture is, it sort of looks like Gabe's in jail, huh?

AJ played hard!

And John did too.

The party was wonderful and Mom and Dad had a chance to show off their progeny. It was the first time in 12 years all 5 of us Sullivan kids were in Winterset and the first time all 11 grand kids were together. Thanks to all you who made the long or short drive to share this special day with us.

Winterset part 1

Since we took so many pictures and so much happened, I'm going to do multiple posts to cover our adventures in Winterset last weekend. This is a nice picture of Jake and two of the Pats.

Becca was never too far from a baby all weekend.

Here I finally got to meet my nephew.

And guess who came to visit?

I like this shot of the Venia men.

On our first day we took the kids to to City Park. Patrick found something to climb on right away.

And Becca found the water at the bottom of the slide.

Since the equipment was wet, we let the kids run around in the maze. Here is Clara trying to remember which way to go.

We did manage to get Becca, Clara, Liam & Patrick to sit still for this one shot.

But it didn't last long.

We also took them to see the covered bridge in the park. They loved running across it and yelling.

The local art display was also of great interest.

Dad took us all to the community band concert on the square. The kids loved the music and found dancing partners easily.


When Liam got tired, Becca showed her affection.

More pictures are coming after I sort through them so stay tuned.

Katricak Wedding

We spent the holiday weekend celebrating the marriage of Kanka and Erin. Here are the groom and his boys leaving the hotel.

Here are my boys looking very handsome!

Erin and John(Kanka) exchanging vows.

Patrick did a great job as ring bearer. Not only did he make it down the aisle, he also stood up on the alter and held the ring pillow while it was being blessed. He was fantastic!

The bridal party coming into the reception.


Followed by the bride and groom.

Kanka's dad asked the trombones to surprise the newly weds and play "When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" for them. One of the dates video taped it and put it on YouTube. If you'd like to watch, here's the link.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bG5emds2hpM

Patrick took the following picture but its the same old shot of Klondike.

The Hatton women are gorgeous and strong!

Mike and Beeca, who was the bell of the ball.

Dave and Patrick having some fun together.

Becca held on for one last picture with Dad, Dave, Kanka, and Pete. A crazy bunch of guys, all of whom would walk the world over for her.

We also met our nephew Luke last week but those pictures are on the other camera. We'll have lots more pictures for you next week with all the cousins as we head to Iowa to celebrate 40 years of Dave & Kate Sullivan!