Introducing...Mary-Jane McLoughlin

Ok, so we had a few ideas in our heads of baby sweetly sleeping, hats and tutus...they were all great in theory, but the reality was that Mary-Jane was not going to sleep, no matter how hot the room was and how long she was soothed for.  Her head had outgrown the hats and at almost four months, positioning her in a way she wasn't going to reject to, was a bit of a struggle.  She wanted to be part of the action and it was her way or the highway!  So, wakey-wakey photos it was.  But, look at how adorable she is - the image of her older siblings with the most gorgeous little face.  Sure enough, she fell asleep as soon as she left the room.  :)

My gorgeous baby boy...

Ten fingers, Ten toes 
She's laughter and teardrops 
So small and brand new 
And amazingly angelic 
She's sent to bless you 
She's one special Baby 
The best of life's treasure 
And will grant and bless you
Many hours of great pleasure. 
~Author Unknown

And another beautiful baby...Little Rosa who joined "big" sister Orla and "big" brother Senan 10 short weeks ago. Mary and Barry certainly have a busy house with 3 under 3 but of course they wouldn't have it any other way! Welcome to the world Rosa. You're a wee angel.

Baby Johnny

If I could give you one thing in life, I would give you the ability to see yourself through my eyes. Only then would you realize how special you are to me.

This is what has been taking up most of my time, energy and focus these days. My beautiful baby boy is now 6 weeks old and he is such a treasure. People ask "is he a good baby" and I always think that is such a strange thing to ask -all babies are good, but really, this is one good baby. He is a happy little guy who loves cuddling and sleeping. What more could you ask for? I didn't think I wanted four children when I was growing up and I knew life would be pretty chaotic once number four came, but now that Johnny is here, I cannot imagine our lives without him. He is an absolute sweetheart and blessing to our family and I am enjoying every (well almost every) minute of him.

Whenever I'm alone with you
You make me feel like I am home again
Whenever I'm alone with you
You make me feel like I am whole again

Whenever I'm alone with you
You make me feel like I am young again
Whenever I'm alone with you
You make me feel like I am fun again

However far away, I will always love you
However long I stay, I will always love you
Whatever words I say, I will always love you
I will always love you

~Robert Smith

 

Susan and Kevin were married several months ago.  It was a day full of family, friends, laughter and love.  They are a wonderful couple, happy, laid back and very much in love.  I wise them all the very best for their future together.

 

Love begins at home, and it is not how much we do....but how much love we put in that action. 
~Mother Teresa
A beautiful couple, a gorgeous day and an idyllic location.  What more could you ask for? Congratulations Zarah and Kyle - I wish you the best for a wonderful life together. 

Families are like fudge - mostly sweet with a few nuts.  ~Author Unknown

And we certainly have a few nuts in our family!  But isn't that what makes family get togethers and reunions so fun - Who is going to do what next?  That is why I love coming home every summer to meet up with my fabulous, crazy famil.y  Here is another part of my family - my cousins, the Robonsons and their clan.  All very different characters that I always enjoy spending time with.  A great group of kids that have such fun together and clearly adore each other.  What more could you ask for?