Family Picnic Pictures

So I thought I had taken more pictures but this is pretty much it. If you need any individual pictures emailed to you, shoot me an email. Was so much fun to see everyone. Love you much! Hannah

Great Family Picnic!

Family Picnic 2015 was a rousing success. Held at the headquarters of Family Reunion 2007 in White Sulphur Springs, the event attracted 57 members of the family. We visited, played, swam, dined, and celebrated Mom's 91st birthday. In this photo, while Connie cuts the cake, Mom admonishes some of the great-grandchildren about proper attire for a birthday party. Kudos to Tom for organizing the picnic. Now the baton passes to Mary. A couple of my children have wondered when the baton passes to the next generation. As Bri put it, "You can oversee our efforts and make sure we get it right before you die." Blunt, but true. So, when do we start working down the line of Mom's grandkids?

Happy Anniversary, Matt & Kelly

Happy 11th anniversary to these two lovebirds! The love that was kindled at Notre Dame is burning as strong as ever today. I've been thinking about them a lot lately as I'm finally understanding what I couldn't grasp over a decade ago. When Matt fell in love with Kelly, he didn't have as much time for his littlest sister, much to my disappointment. I could never understand why he would choose to spend time with her over his own family. How could you love someone THAT much? Well, now I completely understand and I am so happy they have found each other. They are an amazing couple and super-hero parents. I love you both and I hope you have a wonderful and blessed day!!

Happy Birthday, Meg!!

Happy birthday to this sweet young woman!  We really enjoyed celebrating with you tonight, Megs!  The kids out did themselves with the decorations!!  We hope you had a fun day!  Having your desk decorated and cake at work always helps!!  You have grown into a beautiful 32 year old woman!!  Love you!

Family Picnic, Family Pictures

I am so excited that we are going to be able to make it to the family picnic this year!! Since I will have all of my camera equipment for Kit's wedding the same weekend, I thought I would offer to take any individual family pictures for people that want to have them taken on Sunday. Just thought I would give a little heads up in case anyone wants to do a little outfit coordination for their families. :) We did this for all of my siblings a couple years ago and it went pretty quickly and they turned out great. No need to let me know in advance just show up ready and we can do some shooting! Can't wait to see all of you!

At the Ranch

Ann and I arrived today at the Moore Ranch outside Two Dot, where we're spending a few days in the Cosgriffe House, courtesy of Kathleen, Susan, and Colleen. Recent rain has helped keep the countryside rather lush for August. We're looking forward to exploring the neighborhood from Martinsdale to Harlowton.

Happy 2nd Anniversary, Joey and Erin!!

Two years ago we welcomed this beautiful young woman in to our family with open arms!  Almost 8 months ago they blessed us with our 8th grandchild!  Happy anniversary to a wonderful couple and cute little family!!  "May your mornings bring you joy, and your evenings bring peace!  May your troubles grow few as your blessings increase! "  A little Irish anniversary blessing!  We send all of our love to you both today!!  

Summer Fun!!

We had a blast with these two little guys up at Grampa Bingo's!  Marc had to work in Libby for a couple of days so we tagged along.  They rode the ATV with Grampa Bingo both days; went to the green dumpsters in his pickup truck; played in the sandbox he filled with sand; fished with Grampa Marc (got skunked on the lake but Tyson caught two off the dock); played in the Troy park under the spraying daisy; learned to skip rocks down by the river.  We also had to shop at the drugstore, grocery store and have a "coffee" drink!  They were real troopers and slept late on Thursday morning!!  They helped grill hot dogs outside for dinner and went out to dinner twice and lunch once and were perfect!  Love traveling with them.  Hope to do it again.  Now looking forward to getting together with all the Buyskes on both sides (minus Joey, Erin and Henry) for Jo's memorial.  

Mom's "new" ring!

In going through some of Mom's jewelry with Meg the other day we came across some really nice looking pieces.  When we packed everything, it was the scoop and bag method and we didn't look at anything that closely.  We found what I thought was Mom's wedding rings (she says no) and her mother's ring.  She wanted to wear the mother's ring but it was too big.  In talking to Johnny and Ann about it at lunch on Saturday, Johnny called a friend of his that is a jeweler and made arrangements to have it sized on Sunday.  After Nick's commissioning (which was awesome, by the way!!) we went to Tim's place of business and showed him the ring.  After checking it he said it was really worn out.  Two stones were being held in by two prongs, the stones were worn down.  He could rebuild it or just size it.  We went for the just size it.  Well being the amazing guy he is, he resized it and somehow brought pieces of gold up and made prongs to hold the stones in.  He cleaned it all up and it looks brand new!!  What a sweetheart of a guy.  He even came in on Sunday to do it.  She is so happy to have it again!  And while we waited for the ring Marc and I found an antique hutch that we bought so that we can finally get all of our good dishes and glasses out of storage and start using them again!!  Here is a picture that Tim took while we were waiting for the ring.  Marc was wandering!!  Make sure and admire her ring when you see her!

Oh, and Mom has on one of the three new shirts that we bought during the weekend.  It was fun to have her hang out with us!!

Nate Turns 30 - Happy Bithday!

The last of the triplets hits the big 3-0 today. Happy Birthday Nate. We hope you're having a great day. It's been tough having you so far away, but it's been great to get out there once in awhile. We're really looking forward to seeing you in a couple weeks. We're proud of all you've accomplished in your first 30 years and look forward to seeing what the future brings. Love ya bunches! Mom and Dad

Happy Belated, Ryan!

Happy day late birthday to this great guy!  He is such a great dad, husband, son, brother!!  We had a birthday celebration on Wednesday with dinner and cheesecake and then celebrated at the fair last night with a deep fried sausage!!  Hope you got that beer at the rodeo!!  You are a special kind of guy, Ryan and we wish you the best as you prepare for 33!!

Happy birthday Samuel Jesse!

Mr. Sam is 22 years old today!  He had to work in Bozeman this week but we will get to celebrate together on Saturday.  We are so proud of you and all you are accomplishing, Sam.  You are a hard worker, good student, and awesome soldier.  You are going to be a fantastic nurse.  We love you tons!

Mom and Dad

2015 Family Picnic - 2007 Revisited

Who can forget the Moore Family Reunion at the Tenderfoot Motel and Cabins in White Sulphur Springs in 2007? It was a great time with a ton of wonderful memories. Well, we're going back. The 2015 Family Picnic will be held at the Tenderfoot on Sunday - August 23rd beginning at noon. There's a pool, a gazebo, and we'll have a room or two with kitchens and bathrooms. In order to use the gathering area and pool, I committed to paying for at least 2 rooms. I think we'll be staying that Saturday night. Contact me if you want to be part of the pre-party on Saturday night and I'll make the reservation for you. Rooms prices range from $60 -$90. It's going to be a great time and I encourage everyone to join in. Do me a favor and RSVP as soon as you can by commenting to this post. Also, in your comment, recall a memory you have from a past Family Picnic. Once I know who's going to attend, we'll figure out who can bring what. Love you all, and I look forward to seeing everyone in August. Tom Oh, and one of my Family Picnic memories is way back at the beginning when we ferried people to the sand dunes on the Missouri River. The numbers were a lot smaller back then, but we had a great time skiing and swimming.

Congratulations Ben and Adrienne!

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7/9/15 was a fun beginning of a great wedding weekend at Georgetown Lake.  Ben and Adrienne said their vows with Nick as the Master of ceremony.  We were so happy that Connie, John and Ann, Jimmy and Mom could join us for this really special day.  Welcome to this crazy family Adrienne!  We are truly blessed~

Happy 8th Anniversary, Meghan & Ryan!

I can't believe it has already been 8 years since we celebrated your union on that hot, hot, hot July afternoon. But what a union it has been! 3 adorable children, 3 houses, living in Kentucky, living in Grandma's basement, living apart for a year while Ryan was deployed, football, softball - you guys seem to have covered it all! And yet through it all your love has remained strong and your marriage faithful. I hope you have a wonderful day! Love you!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MATT!!!

 

 

This is a couple of days late, but I hope that you had a great birthday bro!!!! Kind of nice that it kicked off a long weekend!!! Happy birthday to a great brother, dad, husband, and uncle! Can't wait to see you next month!

Who Is It?

Anybody know who the lucky baby is?  I'm thinking Miranda.