Our Family

This was going to be the last time we could get a picture of all of us together before Kait was married, so we took the opportunity.

One of our blog readers made a special request of seeing all the McDonnell kids lined up in age order.....so here it is! Oldest to youngest: Rick, Kaitlyn, Jack Elizabeth, Emily, Eli, Luke, Anna, Molly, Aiden (A.J.), Arminda (Mindy), Connor, Nathan.

On a random side, the crop dusters are out again...

And on a VERY random side....well...no explanation necessary.

(Haven't you ever wanted to do something like that?)

Pictures from Lizzie's b-day

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Rodeo!

A prize winner for sure! :o)

Checking out the chickens...

Alright Mr. Cheesy Smile!

Emily caught the essence of the rodeo with this great snapshot!

I just had to post this...Brent brushing something off his face...Kaitlyn looking so serious....and Liz. (Must be a blonde thing!)

Emmy and her cowboy braids...

The only serious accident was when a horse tripped and got its neck caught inbetween the fence slats. I am pretty sure it died shortly after being removed. :o(

Only eight days and they will be Mr. and Mrs!

Random Photo

A Most Interesting Abode

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Our cat had kittens a couple of weeks ago and either birthed them or immediately moved them UNDER THE CAR!

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The location she chose is not exactly the safest place to put one's offspring, but hey... at least they're under Brent's car, which is not being used right now since he is out of town.

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15 days until the wedding...

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...and the bride can't believe how fast it's coming!

1 year b-day

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Nathan had a birthday at the beginning of this month. We sure love this little guy!

Resident Artist, Aiden McDonnell

Summer Music Camp

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Lizzie is currently in FL and will be gone through the 19th. She is attending a two week music camp at Pensacola Christian College. We're already looking forward to having you home, Lizzie... we miss the spark of energy you add to the house. Love ya!

Happy Anniversary - June 29

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Daddy & Mother have been married for 23 years! I have learned many good, valuable lessons just by observing their marriage. They are a tremendous example.

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Love you, Dad & Mom!

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More 4th of July

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Here are a few more pictures from the 4th. We had such a nice day with the family and the Lord gave us beautiful weather. I heard several people saying that, "It couldn't have been more perfect."

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Hope you all enjoyed your day, wherever you spent it!

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"Just a flag wavin' American!"

The fireworks were held at KCC (Kankakee Community College)

Lots of pictures...

Kait, Emmy and Liz

Anna, totally absorbed in reading the back of the Doritos chip bag.

Emily

Getting ready to begin

I like this picture of Rick

Jack

Am I the only one that thinks these steps are fun looking? I mean, the yellow & red... ok, maybe I shouldn't ask...

Someone is worn out.

Lizzie, playing with her orchestra.

The adult orchestra. Can you name this song?

And then... memories. :-)