Easter Time is Time for Family and Friends

It was a delightful day on Shady Lane today, as family and friends gathered for an Easter Brunch. The sun came out shining brightly and the skies were a crisp, clear blue. The tide was rolling in and the the water, though chilly, was a happy sight for all. After appetizers and brunch, we made our way to the game room for our own version of Yankee Swap. There was a lot of screaming and gnashing of teeth as everyone tried to pry Lindsay's prized purple hamper away from her(she refused to forfeit it until she saw that barrel of monkeys!). And then...the HULA HOOP CONTEST! What fun that was. I wonder why the men declined to play...maybe they had too much birthday cake? There were two yummy cakes this year, because we had an extra reason for celebration. Steve turned the magic age of 18 on the 25th and Tom will be 14 on the 30th! Everyone was a good sport and had lots of fun today. And now, as the sun sets on the bunnies and the flowers, the world is so glad that SPRING has finally arrived.

EASTER = Time for the bunnies and flowers to come out and play! 

But wait, who do you think won the Hula Hoop contest? Yep, it was Princess Lindsay herself that showed us all how to swing that hoop. She won the prize - A Foot Book!  

The Davis Clan - Steve, Melissa, Shawn, Rick, Tom, Alyssa (Margro-soon to be Davis) and Lindsay (sitting on Mimi's lap). 

Here's Shawn, at the head of the big, long table. Steve's heading for more of those waffles. Turning 18 has broadened his food horizons quite a bit. 

Easter Brunch with Tom, Alyssa, Mary, Steve, Rick, Michelle, Dawnelle, and Lindsay. Shawn, are you hiding at the waffle station? 

And how did Michelle do? Not bad, she's going to have to practice a little. But she picked it up real quick! 

Look at that Steve gyrate - he's got the right moves, doesn't he? 

There was tough competition in the Hula Hoop contest!

Tom challenges Alyssa to a contest with his Mom, Michelle. Who will win the hula hoop contest? 

The sun came out for our Easter Parade. The family enjoyed brunch and games. Lots of fun for everyone. It was a happy Easter for all. 

Stop The Presses - The Stork Has Arrived With Samuel!

Baby Boy Morris - showing signs of peace and tranquility. He's got beautiful blonde hair, and a rosebud mouth. A very special gift to us all! 

Amy is the proud mom of a bouncing baby boy ! 

Fatherhood is awesome! 

Today a star is born - Samuel Jack Morris!

To the pround parents - Amy and Paul Morris - arrived a bouncing baby boy this evening at 5:04 pm. 10 little fingers and 10 long toes, he will have music wherever he goes. Welcome to the world, Samuel!

Tricia's Birthday Brunch

You know that I have lots of sisters, so don't complain that I'm flaunting this fact. Tricia's birthday was Thursday, so I must remind the world that my sister Tricia had a very special day and we celebrated it with a Sunday Brunch! I won't tell you her age, but her name is Patricia Evelyn Mary Kelley. In case you are curious, our mother's name is Evelyn Mary Patricia Kelley. Our dad called mom "Patsy", and we always wondered why? Anyways, Tricia and I had a wonderful Sunday brunch, complete with birthday presents. Good fun, and good family. Next birthdays...the grandsons!

Here's our coffee shop reunion at the mall coffee shop. What fun to find an old friend. Girlfriends! 

Here we are, just like the old days - Salt and Pepper! Blond and Brunette. I'd like to think that we are even better than before, for all our life experiences. It's good to find a friend. 

My long-lost friend has been found..

Yes, it's true! I found my friend from 1964....Lillian! Have not seen her in over 30 years and had so much catching up to do. It was so great to see her, my teen friend. Life is too short to stand by and watch it go past. Live a little - and keep the friends of the old days!

Okay, here's the Kelley girls at the birthday brunch for Bernie. Anna, Kathy, Tricia, and the Birthday Girl - Bernie!