St. Patrick's Day and more.

Last week was St. Patrick's Day and we again went to the parade in Peoria. This moment made me very proud. Bone not only in front but wearing kilts!


My view of the parade was really the back of Pat and Becca's heads.

And then I'd turn around to check on George who slept through the whole thing.

Here is our friend Teddy with his Aunt Maria.

And all his sisters.

What a sweet boy, huh?

Here are some random shots from today as I attempted to capture George's beautiful smile.

Becca refused to be left out of course.


I hope you enjoyed our pictures and all is well.

The Great Grandparents Tour

We had a busy week. First we headed to South Bend for a funeral and to see Great Grandma Sullivan. She was delighted with George.

Not to be out cute-ed, Becca worked her magic on Great Grandma too.

On Saturday we went up to Mundelein to see Great Grandma & pa Hatton .

Grandpa was very excited to have so many Hatton's in his home.

And don't forget Aunt Mary who was kind enough to not only put us up for the night, but to play with Pat and Becca and give me a break. Thanks Mary!

We also had a game of war and Patrick didn't do to bad for a first timer.


Since we were in the area, we stopped in to see the Godons and show off our kids some more.


Patrick and Becca wasted no time in finding a book for Patrick G to read.

They also found some really cool boots to wear.

This is there little guy, Gilbert. He's 9 months old and a tank.

Becca gave Gilbert his first kiss for a girl.

Here the kids are enjoying being home.

Hey Lauren, thanks for the booties. George even kept them on for awhile.

That about sums up last week. This week Mike and I are fighting stuffy heads and a general lack of sleep. The kids did get to play outside yesterday for the first time in months. I'm hoping the sun comes out again today. That's all for now.

George is 3 weeks old!

Can you believe that George is so old already? Here are some pictures from this week.



The older kids talked Dad into doing a little trick with them.n Patrick went first.

Then Becca.

These next few pictures are pretty cool. I have no idea how I shot them so don't ask.


She nailed the landing.

More about George

Finally, Grandpa Sullivan was able to meet his 12th grandchild. Becca was ready for him with a book.

She enjoyed having yet another lap to sit in.

And she really liked Grandpa's hat.

Patrick is enjoying his new brother.


Aunt Annie made the trip up to meet George. She has been the first aunt/uncle to meet all three of our kids.

Once again, its didn't take long for Becca and Pat to find a book for her to read. If you come to visit, be prepared to read... a lot!

Aunt Annie and George having a snuggle.

Here are some shots after everyone left and the kids were more like themselves.

Patrick brought home this mask from school yesterday.


Aren't they cute?

George is 19 days old and sleeping like a champ. Last night he went 6 hours together, something his brother and sister did not do for a long time. He's nose is clearing up but his left eye is a little gunky. Becca and Pat are both off their medication (ear infections) and doing well. All in all, the Hatton family is doing well.

A Busy Weekend

After only about 60 hours in the hospital, Meg talked the nurses and her doctor into letting her go home to continue her recovery.

Someone was very happy to have mom back home.

"Only us explorers can get it."

They outnumber us now.

Grandma and Grandpa Hatton came down to meet George on Friday. Grandma Jan wasted no time in saying hello.


Becca was so excited to have them here that she jumped out of the frame.

And was happy to have someone around who hasn't read the pirate book 1000 times.

George remains a bundle of excitement.



The Grandma's admire their latest grandchild, 3rd on the Hatton side and the 12th on the Sullivan side.

Grandpa Hatton got in some snuggles as well.

Then tonight we all watched a little football before everyone went to bed.