Iowa Visit

We were recently able to go out to Iowa and visit Grandpa and Grandma.

Rick and Bethany were able to be there at the same time as us, we made the most of it with games and late night talks. Ronan was with them and we all enjoyed seeing him again!

Grandpa, Ronan, and Rick

Bethany, Grandma, Ronan, and Rick

Aunt Laurie was kind enough to open her home to not just our family, but Rick and Bethany as well.

The Thackers also made it out to Iowa for one of the days we were there

 This little girl loves her Papa. :)

Grandpa and Molly

 Mr. Adorable! 

Mom and Aunt Laurie (trying not to laugh) ;)

This house holds so many memories, it was harder than usual to say goodbye.

It was also hard to tear away from this little guy. 

 On the way home we stopped at a McDonald's restaurant, the decor inside was more like a hunting lodge than a fast food place. :)

All in all we had a great time!

So thankful for the family that we have!

Happy Birthday to....

...my wonderful sister~in~law Bethany!

We love you very much and wish we could be with you on this very special day.

Since I met you, I have seen so many reasons why Rick must love you! ;)

Whenever you're here, you brighten things with your smile.

We love you, and hope your day is amazing.

Happy Birthday!

Rick and Bethany were able to come up last week as a surprise!

(A few of us knew about it)

Here are a few pics and a link to a video Jack put together of the few days they were here!

Click here to see video.

~ Rick and Bethany~

My oldest brothers! 

We celebrated Rick's Birthday a few days early. 

(Rick can almost achieve cartoon proportions when he wants to! :)

The oldest and youngest in the McDonnell family.

 The couples.

We loved having you here,

And we hope to see you again in the near future!

Christmas!

Merry Christmas!

We had a wonderful day, spending time with family.

We played some new games!

Kenny's first Christmas! (isn't he adorable?) :)

We loved having Rick and Bethany in for a few days.

Presents!

Rick's generous stocking for Lizzie.

Rick's gift for Bethany. (very nice in my opinion) :)

Nathan struggling to open a package.

Connor, using some new paints.

Hope you all have a Happy New Year!

More Pictures from our trip to GA

Hayride after the rehearsal dinner. 

The day of the wedding

Rick's Graduation

Rick is engaged!

We are delighted that Bethany will soon be a part of our family!   To see more pictures, visit Rick's blog.