Richard L. Brady (1937-2008)

My Dad passed last week (Dec 12th). The whole family flew home to Portland and arrived the evening of the 11th. Dad had been in the hospital for 3 days already. I was able to be there with him and was able to talk to him about his favorite topics,(fishing, Blazers, etc). Earlier in the year, he was diagnosed with pulminary fibrosis and I guess it finally got to him. This was a bit sudden, but the whole family was able to be by his side. Dad was one of the most sincere and kind people you could ever meet. He loved his family more than anything and everyday of his life put his kids and wife before himself. He was a supportive and loving father. No one could deny his love for children. I can't imagine a better father. Growing up he was my coach, my best friend, my fishing pal, my Daddy, I love you Dad. . .

A memorial service is being held at Rolling Hills Community Church on Saturday, Dec.20th at 11am (3550 SW Borland Rd Tualatin, OR 97062) All are welcome.

Birthday Song

So, many of you may know that Logan our oldest has a speech delay/developmental delay. Well, any sort of communication from him just makes Pat and I so happy. So, the other day I wanted Logan and Sammie to try to sing the HAPPY BIRTHDAY song so they could sing it for Pat. So, thinking I wouldn't get much out of them, I decided to grab the camera just in case. They both started singing. I mean granted it isn't that coherent but because I know what the song is, I was THRILLED!!! The fact that he even tried is great! My kids are the greatest and are my greatest joy. I hope you enjoy this video....this is especially for DADDY!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

So, today is Pat's 31st birthday and I just wanted to write a little something about him on the blog. He is such a great person and I am so lucky to have him in my life. He works so hard for the family and NEVER complains. He not only is a great husband but an amazing daddy. The kids can't wait for him to get home everyday and to see their excitement just makes me love him more and more. I just wanted to wish him a HAPPY BIRTHDAY and let him know that he is the best. Here are a few photos from the past. I thought it would be fun to share.

Special Visitors

We were really excited because my mom and dad were able to come visit us in Ireland. The kids were so excited to have them here and loved playing with them. We were able to show them some sights and explore new places we hadn't ever been. We had a BLAST!


Grandpa, Grandma and Samantha enjoying "pub grub"


Can you believe how huge I am? And I still have 2 months to go...YIKES!!!



Logan and Daddy at the Cliffs of Moher on the West Coast of Ireland



Traveling in Style

Birthday Girl

Samantha just had her 2nd birthday. I can't believe she is so big. Time has really flown by. She is a happy little girl and is always making us smile. I thought I would post some old pictures of her. We sure love having her in our family. HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAMMIE!!!!

Samantha loved blowing out the candles on her birthday cake. It was so fun to see her getting excited about presents and the whole celebration.