Bucca di Beppo 2010

The whole family decided to go to Bucca di Beppo for some true family style dining! Two grandparents, 3 sisters, two brothers-in-law and 8 out of 9 grandchildren/cousins! We all had a blast!

Hailey giving Jackson a bit of sugar.

We ate in the Pope room. Too much fun – especially for Brian and me during our Catholic conversion.

Keeping Charlie entertained before the food arrives.

Lauren, Grandpa and Jackson!

Grandma and Sam Hicks.

The food was amazing – but the company couldn’t be beat. Looking forward to a repeat next year.

Lewallen Boys – Christmas 2009

Here are a few shots of all my boys.  We were searching for a good picture for our Christmas card.  These were taken over the course of a couple of days. 

 

Charlie and Jackson were happy here—but poor little Henry was crying.

Grandma and the boys

The whole family!

Thanksgiving 2009

Henry arrives home for the first time! Proud dad!

Jackson at his Thanksgiving play. He was a narrator. He also got to show off his new baby brother!

Reading his part.

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First grade cast members.

Jackson meets Henry. This was Jackson's first real time spent with his youngest brother. I love how they are looking at one another. I wish I could have bottled this moment up!

Henry and Jackson reading with Grandma.

Charlie ready for Thanksgiving dinner!

Jackson making Thanksgiving dessert with Grandma.

The finished product – chocolate pilgrim hats.

Brian carving up the Turkey – yes, the house was already decorated for Christmas!

Jackson helped set the table with Grandma.

Charlie ready to eat – or destroy.

Giving thanks for family! Grandma and a new baby brother!

Catholic school paying off – Jackson taking his prayer seriously.

Dessert time!

Cocktail time! Bring on Christmas! Cheers!