Friday, August 14, 2015

~WHAT A RIDE IT'S BEEN...


It's one thing I would do all over again.  I would have all seven of my children.  What a joy they have been.
 It's days like July 12th that make it all worth everything.
What a life!  I mean it.  I would do it all again.  I 'm so grateful!

Great grandchild #8, Ethan Daniel Duffy.  Born August 12, 2015


What a wonderful way to be awakened!  My eighth great grandchild has been born!

My eldest grandson, Adam, his wife Cristina and great granddaughter Emily.    Tiny Ethan Daniel is just five hours old.
Born Wednesday morning at 6 AM.  

Here is my son..and his wife Cheryl seeing their new grandson for the very first time.  Yep..that full bearded gentleman with the gleam in his eyes is my Patrick.  My first born.  

This old white haired lady walked into the room and insisted on holding my great grandson.
The nerve!!
:)
What a happy day for all of us.  I hear the heavens gave a light show to help us celebrate.
A tiny Duffy boy!!  
Go ahead..ask me if I'm happy!!  

Love,
Mona
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32 comments:

  1. Penny @ Penny's Vintage HomeAugust 14, 2015 at 9:56 PM

    What a blessing....congrats!

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  2. Loida of the 2L3B'sAugust 15, 2015 at 12:48 AM

    Congrats sweet great grandma.. How I wish I could have grandchildren of our own.. Maybe soon.. Hugs to you Mona..

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  3. LilliStJohnAugust 15, 2015 at 3:22 AM

    Congratulations on your new great grandson Mona. What a great blessing to you and your family. lol

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  4. jaz@octoberfarmAugust 15, 2015 at 3:34 AM

    omg...what a cutie!!! you must be over the moon! congratulations mona!!!!

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  5. LynneAugust 15, 2015 at 4:13 AM

    Sweet, sweet sweet . . .
    Happy Great Grand Baby Day!
    (You and your son share a similar "glint!".)

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  6. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeAugust 15, 2015 at 5:47 AM

    Oh Mona, Congratulations!!!!! He is so precious. Life is good.

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  7. SusieAugust 15, 2015 at 5:51 AM

    Mona, Your hair may be white but you are looking good. :) What a head of hair that baby has, I would be combing it. LOL. Little Emily looks just like her mommy. I know everyone will be enjoying the new baby. They steal the show don't they? Blessings to all of you, xoxo,Susie

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  8. PatAugust 15, 2015 at 6:04 AM

    What a beautiful child...love the hair. God Bless!

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  9. MadSnapperAugust 15, 2015 at 6:10 AM

    you are truly blessed and the new baby is so sweet... he he he on the old white haired lady hogging the camera... you look great to me.

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  10. TiffAugust 15, 2015 at 7:03 AM

    Congratulations to you all!! He is beautiful!! You had your 8th great grandbaby and I just had my 8th baby on August 6th :) Children are truly a Blessing, Enjoy.

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  11. MellodeeAugust 15, 2015 at 7:07 AM

    Oh Mona!! How wonderful to have a new baby in the family!! And another Great-grandchild!! Congratulations my good friend!! As you know I only have one daughter and one granddaughter. I love them with all my heart, but there are times (like when I see a new baby in a friend's family) that I wish I had a few more children in my family. You are so fortunate! Enjoy this new addition to your loving family!!

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  12. Tessa~ Here there be musingAugust 15, 2015 at 7:12 AM

    Congratulations!!!!!!!

    And here is Synchrinosity for you. I "knew" you had posted. :-) I mean, before I saw the post. :-)

    I love Synchrinosity.

    Hugs,
    Tessa

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  13. Madeline's AlbumAugust 15, 2015 at 7:32 AM

    What a handsome new arrival. Mona I know you are so proud to be a great grandmother once again. He is a little doll. Have a blessed day. Madeline

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  14. Sweet Cottage DreamsAugust 15, 2015 at 7:41 AM

    Awwww.....congrats to everyone! Ethan is a cutie! And yes, the stars aligned that night! xxoo

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  15. SHERRYAugust 15, 2015 at 8:32 AM

    What a little bundle of Joy Ethan is...you have the most wonderful family, I can imagine what it would be like to have them all around you at the same time. Your first born, Patrick is a handsome man. Hmmm must get his looks from his mama.
    Many Blessings
    Sherry

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  16. KathyAugust 15, 2015 at 8:32 AM

    Congrats, great-grandma, to you and your family. What a blessing a baby is! He is adorable. Love all that hair.

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  17. Stella JonesAugust 15, 2015 at 8:38 AM

    That's one very beautiful baby Mona. CONGRATULATIONS!

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  18. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)August 15, 2015 at 11:19 AM

    Welcome to this world precious little Ethan Daniel Duffy. May life wrap you in the depth of it's glorious blessin's it has in store for you.

    Tell that beautiful Great~Grammy of your's I'm tossin' her the biggest Ozark CONGRATULATIONS I could send her way. 'Saw this and just couldn't help myself!!!

    God bless ya Dear Miss Mona, hold that baby tightly and sniff that little new born head. Ya'll know how much I adore that new baby smell.....ahhhhh....can't wait for the Greats....missin' babies! 'Just sayin'.......

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  19. AnonymousAugust 15, 2015 at 11:58 AM

    Hi Mona! Oh, congratulations! Little Ethan is adorable and you are so blessed. You have a beautiful family and you, my sweet friend, are just gorgeous. You're just glowing holding that little bundle of joy.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  20. GailAugust 15, 2015 at 12:51 PM

    What wonderful pictures and what a blessing. You are looking good, dear Mona.

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  21. Ellen in OregonAugust 15, 2015 at 3:35 PM

    Congratulation Great Grandma! What a beautiful baby Ethen is. His parents & Grandparents must be thrilled and Emily must be so happy to have a baby Brother to help take care of. Thank you for sharing your good news Mona.

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  22. DesireeAugust 16, 2015 at 8:38 AM

    Congratulations to you all...parents, grandparents and great grandparents! Looking at the picture of little Ethan, and before I'd read any further, I thought, my goodness, that baby has Emily's mouth! She must be overjoyed to have a baby brother to love. Such excitement for you all!

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  23. yayaAugust 16, 2015 at 3:47 PM

    What a wonderful event! Congrats to your family! That little guy is beautiful. Such a blessing. You have every reason to celebrate and be proud. Big hugs to you from me!

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  24. Beatrice P. BoydAugust 16, 2015 at 8:33 PM

    Mona, what a wonderful new family addition. Congratulations and best wishes to the family and sure we will be seeing more of Ethan in future posts. He is joining a wonderful family that is for certain.

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  25. SusanAugust 17, 2015 at 2:14 PM

    How lucky you are, Mona. What a wonderful addition to your already beautiful family. I love the pictures - what a warm and loving family. God bless.

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  26. BeachGypsyAugust 17, 2015 at 10:11 PM

    Happy news Mona!! Congratulations! !

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  27. Cindy (Applestone Cottage)August 18, 2015 at 10:17 AM

    OMG..HE IS JUST ADORABLE MONA!! He is going to be so fun for his adorable big sister and the family.
    You look beautiful my friend. Hugs xoxo...you will find me on facebook. Loves, Cindy

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  28. JeanAugust 23, 2015 at 1:27 PM

    Congrats Mona! I see lots of resemblance in your grandson and you. More babies to love! Enjoy!

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  29. bj August 24, 2015 at 12:56 PM

    So many congratulations to everyone for this tiny bit from Heaven. He is so beautiful.....

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  30. BeachGypsyAugust 24, 2015 at 8:59 PM

    How is the new little baby?

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  31. BeachGypsyAugust 24, 2015 at 8:59 PM

    How is the new little baby?

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  32. Scottish NannaAugust 28, 2015 at 11:02 PM

    Congrats Mona I often think of you xx

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