December 11th was quite a day...

Alyssa

How could we let it pass without a chance to say...

Happy Happy "Bringing YOUR Face to our Family" Day!

Alyssa Shriver Kimmel and mother, Cindy 1980

and

because you're so fond of sharing fun birthday facts, here are a few for you

Did you know that you share your birthday with storied greats 

Jermaine Jackson and Terri Garr?

The day you were born, December 11, 1979, was a Tuesday and on that very same day Rider Strong (a.k.a. Shawn from Boy Meets World)was born.

Also on the day you were born the Rhodesian Parliament handed power back to Britain until democratic elections could take place. 

The country was then renamed Zimbabwe after the elections.

Yes, that's right, YOU, Shawn and Zimbabwe all share a birthday!

 

  

Something to ponder: 

If your hair had never been cut since the day you were born, 

it would be 4.526 m. today.

If your nails had never been cut, 

they would be 1.123 m. today.

You could have been a world record holder...Sheesh!...Way to go!

Hope your birthday was the greatest!

Merry Christmas!

The last advent candle has been lit...Chex mix is in the oven...and M&M are practicing their own choreography to "Hot Chocolate" from Polar Express...there's only one thing left to do...

 

and that's to wish each of you a VERY Merry Christmas and many blessings in 2011!

Meagan, Dallas, Maren(6), Magdalena(2) and Maisy

It's over

Mom had the last of her serguries yesterday & is now home (my house) & is doing wonderfully, Karyn was able to come for a few days & again "Life is Good"

Dancin' Croughs

Check out Grandpa Jim and Uncle Mike cuttin' a rug at

Andrew and Danielle Crough's wedding reception (10/16)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGG72u8zrbA

HBD to Bobbi Maguire!!!!

Birthday Shout Out to Bobbi Maguire!

Hope you have an incredible day!

John, James, Bobbi and Rylie Maguire

2010

Dynamic Duo

Happy Birthday, Kelly B!

A big birthday shout out to the resplendent, the perspicacious, the altruistic,

the downright inimitable...

Kelly Ann (say it like Grandma Faye) Bergin

Hope your day is just as wonderful as you are!

We love you!

It's the BIG 5-0 for Lisa Crough!

Happy 50th Birthday to Lisa!!!!

In keeping with November birthday's astrological theme, here is a little bit about those born on the last day of the month:

November 30 natives have talent and personal appeal...

Bored easily, you need movement and activity in your life in order to keep stimulated.

You are a super conversationalist, able to attract others with your cheerful outlook and fun conversation...

They are constantly seeking out something new and stimulating...

And they are very, very competitive...

You kick up your heels and enjoy life...

You are loved!

Have a favorite Lisa story or picture to share? Here's your chance to do it!!!!!!!

We love you Lisa...Happy 50th!

FREE Microwave

Does anyone need a microwave, or know of anyone who does?

It works perfectly and it's in great shape, we just got one that matched our other appliances.

Let me know—it's yours.

Happy Birthday, November Babies!

November's sky is chill and drear,

November's leaf is red and sear.

- Sir Walter Scott

Okay the beautiful, albeit chilly, month of November is winding down, so let's have a look at all the folks who celebrate birthdays this month...and what The Stars have to say about them!

11/9: Sarah Crough

Scorpios born on November 9 are adventurous and always on the lookout for new experiences. They seem to be constantly in motion, involved in new challenges. They live life on their terms. They don't mind making mistakes as long as they learn from them. They have great curiosity and never stop investigating the world around them.

11/10: Tony Crough

Scorpios born on November 10 have so much strength of will that there is nothing they cannot accomplish. They possess a keen intelligence. They are devoted to their families and remain in touch with their childhood roots. They have a strict moral compass and rarely deviate from the values learned in youth.

11/20: Jessica Crough

November 20 Scorpios are complex and complicated and can be truthful to the point of recklessness. Loyalty is practically a religion to them. Although they dislike change, they are often instrumental in bringing it about in the lives of others. They strive for achievement, eager to prove that "good guys" finish first.

11/26: Alex Bergin

A Sagittarius born on November 26 is achievement-oriented and likes to do things their way. They can use practical means to bring about seemingly impractical goals. These men and women are often drawn to academic life, or at least careers that require a college degree. Their goal is ultimate wisdom.

11/27: Laura Pennacchi

There are few more independent thinkers than a Sagittarius born on November 27. They enjoy controversy and are apt to seek out an eccentric lifestyle. These go-getters have leadership potential and seem to be always on the move. They are notorious practical jokers.

11/21: Jerry Crough

and

11/26: Bud Crough

Two November babies for Grandma Faye: one Scorpio and one Sagittarius!

11/30: COMING SOON!

(Check the Crough's Nest on November 30th...it's a post you won't want to miss!)

Happy Thanksgiving

more snow!!

Thanksgiving 2010

Guess I won't Bar-Be-Que the turkey this year either!!!

Playin in the snow!!

and more is comin down

Photos from Andrew and Danielle's Reception

Pictures are available from the reception at http://gallery.me.com/adcrough#gallery

You should be able to download the ones you want directly from the site. The pictures are in the two albums labeled Oct. 16, 2010.

Here is a great one to get you started!

Daylight Savings Time Ends

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

BEST WITCHES

Sound of Music | Central Station Antwerp (Belgium)

"No act of kindness no matter how small, is ever wasted." - Aesop

Happy 13th Birthday, Easton Ryser!

Welcome to teenage-dom, Easton!

Here's the skinny on people born on October 26th:

You express yourself with authority, sometimes intimidating others without ever intending to do so! Your mind is sharp and incisive, and your wit is on the ball. You have the benefit of both analytical skills and perceptive understanding of others. It is hard to put anything past you! When you care about someone, you are generous to a fault. Although you certainly possess business sense and ability, you are not a traditional businessperson in that you have a strongly idealistic and humanitarian side to your nature.

You are intense, passionate, perceptive, and determined. Your need to know, combined with superb intuition, makes you an excellent detective.

Hope you have a terrific day....love you!

Doin' Fine at 59!

Well, it would seem that Jeff is nearing the end of his fifties.

Please join me in sending belated birthday wishes his way.

He turned 59 on October 19th!!!!!

Here's Dad delivering a mighty fine Father of the Bride speech,

which elicited lots of laughs (and even a few tears!)

Thanks, Pop! Love you and happy birthday!

Happy Birthday, Lena White!

I did some quick research, and it looks like October 17th holds quite a history:

539 BC: King CyrusThe Great of Persia marches into the city of Babylon, releasing the Jews from almost 70 years of exile and making the first Human Rights Declaration.

1777: American troops defeat the British in the Battle of Saratoga

1888: Thomas Edison files a patent for the Optical Phonograph (the first movie)

1931: Al Capone was convicted of tax evasion

1979: Mother Teresa is awarded the Nobel Peace Prize

1994: Lena White is born!

You also share a birthday with Arthur Miller, Rita Hayworth, Evel Knievel, Eminem and Wyclef Jean.

And according to the stars…

Your Personality Profile:

You have strong opinions and possess much determination. Your insight into human nature makes up part of your appeal to others. Communication is important to you. You come across well to others, simply because they can sense your good intentions.

idealistic – emotional – restless

Sounds like the Lena I know (and love!) Hope you have a great day!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

still the youngest of the 3 sister's!!!

Fun at the Farm

Enjoy some more pics from the day's festivities!

Brought to you by Kelly Bergin, sister of the Guest of Honor.

Emma Bergin and Moira White fuel up with a little lunch

Counting off

Caller Tim Crough sets boundaries and declares rules!

First encounter pits Pammy Pancake against baby sis, Lisa Dawn.

(P.S. Pammy prevailed...this time!)

Next up...Barb takes on oldest grandson, Alex.

It may look like she got a clean getaway, but Alex picked up speed at the end

and eventually got her with the tag.

A classic matchup...bro vs. sis.

I can't remember who won this battle,

but it was close.

Alex and Chris take it all in.

Serena steals the bacon!

Luke and Sheryl use "strategery" to try and outwit each other.

"BACON!"= free for all

Judging by Lisa's body language, I think her team got the victory on this one!

Time for cake and ice cream!