Monday, August 31, 2015

August 2015 Update... LOVE Summer!

I am not sure how coincidental it is that we have always lived under a 20 minute drive to the beach… One of our favorite spots

It brings on family gatherings, long talks, dinner with friends and time to disconnect from our busy lives.

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We are fortunate enough living in New England to have the options of nearby beaches, only a 20 minute drive to the city, and a 2 hour drive to really disconnect in the White Mountains. This year, all three kids summited Mt. Washington for the first time via the Tuckermans Ravine trail.

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If awards were to be given out, Garrett was by far the fastest. Always waiting for us to catch up. Jordan was steady and quiet. I think she took in the majestic of the woods the most… who are we kidding here, she was shocked as to how hard the climb became the closer we got to the top. And our Trixie (Ayden) scared every wild animal off with her constant chatter. She talked the ENTIRE way!!!

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They thought the end would never come… So crazy proud of my crew!

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The following weekend we visited our friends lake house in Maine.

LOVED Little Sebago Lake!

A Big thank you to the Ciacciarelli’s and LaPrade’s

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Wrapping up the Summer nights, Ayden stepped outside of her box and tried a new sport this Fall - Cheering! There was a two week cheer camp. This provided our family with a lot of spirit being pumped into our house… This is something that comes natural to Ayden.

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Ayden does everything with a skip and a smile…

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She comes with her own set of cheerleaders… to support her!

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Back to school shopping with my crew…

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I am the luckiest Mom Ever!!!

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Saturday, August 01, 2015

Hatteras, NC ~ Crazy Family Reunion

Because of these amazing people…

Married 54 years

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We became this family!

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I have an amazing family — and while we don’t get together as often as we would like, I am so very proud to call them mine. My parent have been our rock and have given us the guidance to find our own paths in life.

Family week in the Outerbanks (Hatteras), NC.

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The Grandchildren range from 21 to 8

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and each bring their own sense of crazy to the bunch…

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We all live in different states… (Florida, South Carolina, Massachusetts & New York)

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Each year brings a different fashion sense… from Keegan’s headband to Jakes man bun!

Keegan sporting his rag…

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Cindy & Greg

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Cindy & Katie

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The brave souls that rode the waves regardless of the shark attack warnings…

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Katie…

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Logan & Jordan

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Never far from each other…

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and the best of pals!

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Cocktail hour — With the grandsons!

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Nana with her Granddaughters!

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Ayden 8, Garrett 10, Jordan 12, Logan 13, Katie 16, Jared 18, Keegan 19, Alex 21, Jake 21

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Greg & Cindy Married 24 years and live in New York

Alex turned 21 (this week) & Katie 16

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Bill & Jen married 20 years and live in South Carolina

Jake 21, Keegan 19, Jared 18 & Logan 13

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Kristen & Chris married 17 years and live in Massachusetts

Jordan 12, Garrett 10 & Ayden 8

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With anti shark spray… a few brave souls took to the surf

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Pop Pop & Logan

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Jen & I got out with the birthday boys… Celebrating the big 21!!!

Alex turns 21!!

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Pop Pop & Keegan — sporting a different version of “the rag”

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Nana & Jared

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My best friend and sister…

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So love Jared’s smile!

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Ayden first one at the beach and last one off…

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G-Dog

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Can’t say there were many fish fried this week, but no effort in trying…

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Thanks for a fantastic week in paradise!!! We love you Nana & Pop!!!

and thank you Mom & Dad!

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WE LOVE YOU!!!