Dorwin (Pete) S. Burke 5-1-1926/ 6-12-2019
Showing posts with label My Family and I. Show all posts
Showing posts with label My Family and I. Show all posts
Monday, June 24, 2019
My Dad
My dad. Thank you God, for blessing me. Until we meet again. Loving you always.
Dorwin (Pete) S. Burke 5-1-1926/ 6-12-2019
Dorwin (Pete) S. Burke 5-1-1926/ 6-12-2019
Tuesday, June 6, 2017
Our Silver Jubilee Vow Renewal
On June 6th, 1992 Shawn Sr. and I said "I Do" and on Sunday we said "We Still Do" 25 years later. We pledged our love to each other all those years ago and we’re renewing our commitment that it’ll last a lifetime. We had a family celebration to renew our vows in the beautiful Whetstone Park of Roses, followed by dinner at Mozart’s Piano Cafe'. The Lord has been good to us.
The Whetstone Park of Roses.
Jennie and Shawn Sr. by the fountain.
We did our renewal ceremony in the Small Gazebo between the Perennial and Herb Gardens.
Jennie reading her vows.
Shawn Sr. reading his vows.
The Kiss.
The kids blowing bubbles at us.
Shawn Sr. and Jennie.
Shawn Sr. and Jennie.
Richard III, Brittany, Arileise, Richard IV in the Small Gazebo.
Richard III, Brandon, Shawn Sr., Arileise, Jennie, Brittany, Nastasja, and Richard IV at the Wedding Arbor in the Wedding Mall
Us kissing by the fountain.
Our grandbabies, Richard and Arileise in the Formal Rose Garden.
Shawn Sr. and Brandon on the Iron Observation Tower in the Formal Rose Garden.
Jennie and Nastasja in the Heritage Rose Garden.
We'll be celebrating our 25th with a 3 week trip to Pennsylvania. It's only about an 8 hour drive from Ohio. We'll be visiting a week each in Hershey, Lancaster, and Gettysburg. We never had a Honeymoon and have never been away from the kids but for more than 2 nights. We homeschooled and are very close but they are young adult now. It’ll be scary leaving home for so long but really fun.
The Whetstone Park of Roses.
Jennie and Shawn Sr. by the fountain.
We did our renewal ceremony in the Small Gazebo between the Perennial and Herb Gardens.
Jennie reading her vows.
Shawn Sr. reading his vows.
The Kiss.
The kids blowing bubbles at us.
Shawn Sr. and Jennie.
Shawn Sr. and Jennie.
Richard III, Brittany, Arileise, Richard IV in the Small Gazebo.
Richard III, Brandon, Shawn Sr., Arileise, Jennie, Brittany, Nastasja, and Richard IV at the Wedding Arbor in the Wedding Mall
Us kissing by the fountain.
Our grandbabies, Richard and Arileise in the Formal Rose Garden.
Shawn Sr. and Brandon on the Iron Observation Tower in the Formal Rose Garden.
Jennie and Nastasja in the Heritage Rose Garden.
We'll be celebrating our 25th with a 3 week trip to Pennsylvania. It's only about an 8 hour drive from Ohio. We'll be visiting a week each in Hershey, Lancaster, and Gettysburg. We never had a Honeymoon and have never been away from the kids but for more than 2 nights. We homeschooled and are very close but they are young adult now. It’ll be scary leaving home for so long but really fun.
Saturday, August 8, 2015
A Day with the Grandkids
We spent a very fun day with the Grandkids. We went to Chick-fil-A for lunch and played in the play-place. We visited 2 parks before heading to McDonald's for ice cream to close the day. We love them so much.
Tuesday, February 3, 2015
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
Brandon Class of 2014
Our youngest son Brandon has graduated from our homeschool.
The first year of homeschool and the last.
The first year of homeschool and the last.
Wednesday, February 5, 2014
Button, Button, Who's got the Button?
My 21 month old granddaughter Arileise playing with my craft buttons.
Monday, February 3, 2014
Thursday, October 17, 2013
Our Fall Weekend Getaway
Shawn and I visiting the Bob Evan's Farm Festival on Saturday, Flea Marketing on Sunday, and Bike Riding on Monday.
Saturday, October 5, 2013
Pete
This is my stepdad Pete at my granddaughter Arileise's birthday with my sister Chrissy and brother-in-law Sean.
Pete is 87 years old and has lived with my family for a little over 3 years since he has Alzheimer's.
When my husband Shawn asked my stepdad Pete if he wanted a million bucks after spending the day with my stepsister and stepbrother he said "No, I'm already rich I have two families." and said "Thank You" as he walked into his bedroom. Made me cry.
Pete is 87 years old and has lived with my family for a little over 3 years since he has Alzheimer's.
When my husband Shawn asked my stepdad Pete if he wanted a million bucks after spending the day with my stepsister and stepbrother he said "No, I'm already rich I have two families." and said "Thank You" as he walked into his bedroom. Made me cry.
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Family Wedding
We went to my husband Shawn's cousin Scott 's daughter's wedding on Saturday. It was a very pretty Autumn themed wedding in the hills of Southern Ohio.
Me, Shawn, Brandon, and cousin Scott.
Me, Shawn, Brandon, and cousin Scott.
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Thursday, September 20, 2012
Nastasja's Birthday
Nastasja Marie
September 20, 1991
11:52 a.m.
8 lbs. 5 ½ oz.
20 ½ in. long
Happy 21st Birthday
Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Shawn Jr.'s Birthday
Shawn Christopher
September 18, 1992
6:46 p.m.
8 lbs. 3 ¾ oz.
20 in. long
Happy 20th Birthday
Friday, August 10, 2012
A Letter to My Children
I wrote this several months before my daughter gave birth to my granddaughter Arileise on May 2, 2012. I ran across it today and thought I would share.
A Letter to My Children,
My oldest Daughter Brittany and her husband Richard are having a baby due April 19th. We went to the ultrasound last Thursday and it was amazing to see. My youngest is 15 it has been many years since I have see one and the technology advancement makes everything more clear. We could see the baby yarning, hiccupping, putting her hand by her mouth, along with the fact that yes IT IS A GIRL.
I have to say that I am very excited to have a baby come into my life since this will be my first grandchild I am really nerves’. Not only for my child my first baby having a baby but being a grandparent is a big responsibility. I want to be a good grandparent and I am sure I will be but that doesn’t stop the worry. My children have not had active grandparents in their lives; they have had occasional visits over the years but not much of a relationship. I don’t want that for my grandchildren just as I never wanted that for my children with their grandparents but that wasn’t my choice.
I am taking this responsibility seriously and will make time to spend with my children and their families. I want to be there for them when they call to say the baby is crying and I don’t know what else to do. Or the kids are making messes all over the house and they can’t keep up with them. I want to be there in the happy time and the stressful times. To be honest I want to continue to be the mother my children need in their lives as their lives move forward into adulthood. I want to offer my support and encourage them and to lend a hand when needed. I hope to carry on some of our traditions that we have done over the years as a family to include the new people that will be added to our live as my children marry and bring children into the world. I know at time we will have troubles making our lives fit together but it is worth the effort with lots of grace and forgiveness we can travel this road into the next season.
Love Yours Always,
Mom
A Letter to My Children,
My oldest Daughter Brittany and her husband Richard are having a baby due April 19th. We went to the ultrasound last Thursday and it was amazing to see. My youngest is 15 it has been many years since I have see one and the technology advancement makes everything more clear. We could see the baby yarning, hiccupping, putting her hand by her mouth, along with the fact that yes IT IS A GIRL.
I have to say that I am very excited to have a baby come into my life since this will be my first grandchild I am really nerves’. Not only for my child my first baby having a baby but being a grandparent is a big responsibility. I want to be a good grandparent and I am sure I will be but that doesn’t stop the worry. My children have not had active grandparents in their lives; they have had occasional visits over the years but not much of a relationship. I don’t want that for my grandchildren just as I never wanted that for my children with their grandparents but that wasn’t my choice.
I am taking this responsibility seriously and will make time to spend with my children and their families. I want to be there for them when they call to say the baby is crying and I don’t know what else to do. Or the kids are making messes all over the house and they can’t keep up with them. I want to be there in the happy time and the stressful times. To be honest I want to continue to be the mother my children need in their lives as their lives move forward into adulthood. I want to offer my support and encourage them and to lend a hand when needed. I hope to carry on some of our traditions that we have done over the years as a family to include the new people that will be added to our live as my children marry and bring children into the world. I know at time we will have troubles making our lives fit together but it is worth the effort with lots of grace and forgiveness we can travel this road into the next season.
Love Yours Always,
Mom
Thursday, August 2, 2012
My granddaughter and I
Holding my granddaughter for the first time when she was only minutes old and yes I look bad because I was crying.
When I held her that day so many emotions all at once flooded my heart. The day that I had my daughter and our lives together and now the future in my granddaughter face. I immediately felt a since of protection, love, and pride just as I did when I birthed and held each of my 4 babies.
When I held her that day so many emotions all at once flooded my heart. The day that I had my daughter and our lives together and now the future in my granddaughter face. I immediately felt a since of protection, love, and pride just as I did when I birthed and held each of my 4 babies.
Arileise and I at 2 1/2 months old.
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
My Granddaughter
My daughter Britttany dresses my granddaughter Arileise in dresses most days. When I visit it is fun to pick what dress she wears for the day. We get lots of pictures text to us and these two are within the last 2 week. Arileise is 9 weeks old today.
"Pinkies up! We must be proper".
Do you think she might like to have a Tea Party at Nana's some day?
"Pinkies up! We must be proper".
I think she is waving at me saying: "Thank you for the cute hat Nana".
Do you think she might like to have a Tea Party at Nana's some day?
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Brandon's Birthday
My youngest son and 4th child.
Brandon Richard
June 7, 1996
4:34 pm.
8 lbs. 2oz.
21 in. long
Happy 16th Birthday!
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Our 20th Wedding Anniversary
June 6, 1992
I married my High School Sweetheart 20 years ago and I still say I do today.
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Brittany's Birthday
My oldest Daughter
Brittany Nicole
April 11, 1989
2:59 p.m.
7 lbs. 10 ½ oz.
20 ½ in. long
Happy 23rd Birthday!
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