NYC Marathon - For Patrick!!

This year Grandpa decided that it would be fun if Team JSR participated in the NYC Marathon. His cousin Patrick, who had run this marathon before, could not participate due to a head injury he sustained earlier in the year. So, in honor of Patrick, Team JSR gathered together to run, cheer, and show our support FOR PATRICK!!! (we even wore T-shirts).

This was also a "first" of many experiences that Hailey would have this day. The first time she was on a train, on a subway, and the first time she would spend an entire day traveling all throughout Brooklyn and Manhattan. We decided the night before that instead of torturing Joey by keeping him out in the cold and having him stay in one place for a period of time, that he would spend the day next door with Tito Florante, Tita Cheryl and Aidan. We had plenty of parent guilt, but knew this was the best decision. Sorry Joe, promise we'll make it up to you!!!

Grandpa, Uncle David and Cousin Annie were all taking part in this event and we were there to cheer them on. It was an amazing day filled with lots of love, lots of loud music, some good food, and great company. Congrats Team!!

A Snitch of a Birthday

Today we celebrated David Jr's birthday. There isn't much to post only to show you the magnificent cake that Aunt Trudy made for him.
The cake is a replica of the snitch from the Harry Potter series which someday I hope we all read together. HEE HEE