Ohhh... the McDonells!

Well as many of you know, this has been a big summer for the McDonell family. We have had many great changes.

First, both my sister AND my mom and dad moved to Quincy, WA. Yes, they do live 3 houses away from each other.

Second, my mom retired. I am so happy for her and my dad. They go to mass everyday together and then go swimming and by that time they come home for lunch and take naps. They are so cute.

Third, my sister got married! She married her boyfriend of 7 years... Andrew. Their wedding was loads of fun. See photos below.

Fourth, my brother and his wife are having a baby! I am SO excited and happy for them. This will be the first grandchild for my parents (even though my dad has been mistaken for a grandpa for the last 25 years).

Mom and Dad at the reception doing "prom pose." Note Dad's hat. Don't worry he didn't wear it during the ceremony (but he did wear it every other moment the whole weekend).

Mom at the reception. She is what she refers to as "peaked." I think she is partied out.

I am not sure what my sister said that made Dad laugh so hard during the Father of the Bride Dance, but it was pretty cute.

And of course, there is never a set of wedding photos complete without one of Dad eating.

Us pretending we were at prom.

They are so cute.

Laura and her new husb.

Laura... so pretty.

Us at the rehearsal.