Maybe I will have more time to update all the exciting news once I retire.  Facebook competition is fierce!  I have 16 more working days as 12/30 is my last day.  Merry Christmas to all of you and a Happy New Year. 

 

Victor was quite surpised to see decorations and everyone who came out to Maple Glen Pizza for his 64th birthday.  More of a surprise were the generous gifts including an IPad inside a Teddy Bear!  His favorite was probably the stuffed Angry Bird!  The Pink Bow Cake was YUMMY!  Good food with friends and family is the BEST! 

At age 66, Karen has decided to RETIRE!  (Maybe then I can keep up with Facebook and this family website.)  Inglis House has been so much a part of my life for 19 years and I will miss residents and friends and many fun times (as a Stuette pictured here), but it's time for me to spend more time with my hubby!  I gave 90 days with flexibility to replace me, but hope to be retired by the beginning of the year if not sooner.  Wish Victor luck to put up with me!

Leona Winifred Guilfoyle Cherry is her name and she was quite the lady.  At age 92 she went to sleep for eternity.  Her mind was as sharp as a tack.  The last time I saw her was in the hospital and she was singing "Til Then" as she listened to Michael singing on my phone.  She was my mom's sister, my aunt and my Godmother.  Grandmother to many and three of her children passed away before her as did hubby and Uncle John just last year. 

Larry, Penny, Dave, Becky, Heather, Joey and Ruth are enjoying the peace of another summer ending at Camp.  Trips to Maine, Boston, Camp Camp and relaxing were enjoyed by all. 

Pop Pop showed us the trail to the Lenape Indian statue at Valley Green when I was a kid.  My kids know where it is and we have frequently visited over the years.  Mike and Jose made the trek up the hill this weekend. The statue was also part of the MPM production of ETHEL. I just found out that it has been erroneously referred to as Teedyuscung as we still call him. 

Penny has been trying to convince Michael to enjoy the fun at Camp Camp in Maine for ten years.  This year he finally made the trip and describes it as one of the best weeks EVER!  Pictures may be small(much larger on Facebook), but the amount of fun and friendships formed was enormous!  Of course, Momme Karen had fun sending care packages to Ruth, Penny and Mike. 

Penny has been connected to monkeys since she was about 10 years old.  Whether stuffed, live at the zoo or even a RUG ... she loves her monkeys!

She may look great in this photo, but my dear friend and Aunt Penny to my kids is going through major health maintenance.  Please keep her in your prayers. 

Locust doesn't really like the long drive to Maine, so Larry, Heather and Trey made a stop along the way.  Once on the island in Maine after visiting Grandparents Scot and Sher, Locust feels right at home.  Hurricane Irene did not bother him at all.  However, you can see there is no clear sky surrounding them. 

Every now and then my Aunt Mary shows her appreciation to me for all I do for her.  This gift of green tomotoes from her plant in the yard and 3 ketchup packets, you must realize, is very generous and precious to me. 

As when we are in the Dollar Store, Mary kept asking how much her haircut would be at Hair Cuttery.  She enjoyed the special treatment and we provided entertainment. 

Griz has been busy removing the ivy (that I hated) and replanting new bushes.  He also got creative with a stone border. Since losing weight, carrying 50 pound bags of mulch is easy!  Also, take a look at the deer who we noticed from our deck in the back. 

Penny, Ruth and Ruth's Mom traveled to Lancaster for an Arts Festival.  Penny sent me this photo with simply the caption as "nice nuts" - nothing more to say! 

if you remember my trauma while walking Bixby in August resulting in my thumb nail being ripped off, here it is growing and healing nicely.  You have no idea how much you use your thumb nail!  I know - UGLY!

Helen and Don's son Don and granddaughter Alex made the Philly cam at a recent game. Adorable!

 

Old friend, co-worker and neighbor Don Martin was surprised at a 50th birthday bash given by partner Jeff.  It seems like yesterday that he turned 40 and he still lived in Norristown.  Lots of family and friends flew to California for the party.  Happy Birthday DON!  You look marvelous! California weather looks good on both of you.

While attending Tara's open house for 31 Gfts, I called Jill and just asked her if she wanted HOT PINK or BLACK.  She chose HOT PINK and was happy she did when I finally gave her the ruffled back pack which is available at 31 Gifts! Email Tara at tarabthirtyone@yahoo.com

Michael has certainly changed in appearance, but I bet we can still find him playing his PS2! 

Some people are just meant to be together.  We all think they look alike, they don't agree, but you have to admit from babies to ten years ago until now ... my girls click together! 

After spending a long day at Clementon Park, we celebrated Jackie's birthday with dinner at Chap's and birthday cake and candles of course!  Happy Birthday Jackie! 

Julie is so creative and always sends the greatest surprises.  For my birthday I received two handmade placemats with of course our Teacups on them.  How lovely my breakfast looked this morning. 

It's hard to believe that this is the baby we prayed for who needed heart surgery at 3 months. Jonah turned ONE on 6/28 and his parents and grandparents are trying to keep up with him. 

Uncle Mike invited some guests at Jon and Frank's in Rehoboth.  Two of the lucky ones to enjoy the beach and house were Marya and Bridgie.  Fun was had by all I am sure! 

Cass & Paul's grandkids (Nolan and Aubrey) didn't mind they heat when then went to the Phillies game.

Great new trendy Isabella's in Conshy has $3 appetizers and drinks during happy hour.  We need no excuse to eat and drink and talk, so we formed a bunch and had fun.  Malik the bartender is the best!

My recent dog sitting adventure resulted in a broken thumb nail when Bixby ran after a rabbit and my thumb ran into the pole!  OUCH!  But you have to admit he is a cutie!

It's difficult to keep up with Dottie Ann in San Diego.  Her latest adventure was marching in the Pride Parade to support about 500 active military members. Apparently the first time they marched.  HOORAH!

How can it be?  Bridget turned 28 on July 6th.  Mrs. Barrett also just returned from a vacation in Paris with hubby Craig for their first anniversary.  The Marc Jacobs watch was also a present. Granny Karen took her to lunch at Friday's after finding out Houlihan's was closed due to a fire!  Happy Birthday!