Month: June 2006

The “Tristaning”

Aunt Debbie began to refer to the party celebrating Tristan’s Christening as the “Tristaning”. Whatever you call it, the party was a great reason to gather Tristan’s extended family to celebrate his introduction into the Catholic Church. Well over 100 people were there, including real and honorary aunts/uncles, friends,...

The "Tristaning"

Aunt Debbie began to refer to the party celebrating Tristan’s Christening as the “Tristaning”. Whatever you call it, the party was a great reason to gather Tristan’s extended family to celebrate his introduction into the Catholic Church. Well over 100 people were there, including real and honorary aunts/uncles, friends,...

Tristan's Baptism

Tristan was welcomed into the Christian community today as he was baptized by Msgr. Thomas Gilleece at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral in NY City. Even though Tristan was christened at the cavernous cathedral, only a small number of family and friends were able to attend. The ceremony took place in...

Tristan’s Baptism

Tristan was welcomed into the Christian community today as he was baptized by Msgr. Thomas Gilleece at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral in NY City. Even though Tristan was christened at the cavernous cathedral, only a small number of family and friends were able to attend. The ceremony took place in...

Tristan is 3 months old!

Happy Third Birthday to Tristan! (Three month’s, that is) Jen is concerned that he is growing up too quickly, but Tom assures her that Tristan will remain her baby for a long time to come....

Tristan is 3 months old!

Happy Third Birthday to Tristan! (Three month’s, that is) Jen is concerned that he is growing up too quickly, but Tom assures her that Tristan will remain her baby for a long time to come....

Anne Marie and Bob’s 30th Wedding Anniversary

Jennifer’s cousins Kimberly and Bobby threw a wonderful party for the parents to celebrate 30 years of wedded bliss. There was quite a turnout for the wedding-reception-like event. Many of the guests played “pass the baby” with Tristan. You can see him getting progressively more tired as the evening...

Anne Marie and Bob's 30th Wedding Anniversary

Jennifer’s cousins Kimberly and Bobby threw a wonderful party for the parents to celebrate 30 years of wedded bliss. There was quite a turnout for the wedding-reception-like event. Many of the guests played “pass the baby” with Tristan. You can see him getting progressively more tired as the evening...

Father Dwyer's 50th Anniversary

Father John Dwyer, a dear friend of the Payne family (and faithful dinner guest at the Payne house) celebrated the 50th Anniversary of his priesthood with his congregation at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church in Tappan. The event was orchestrated by Tom’s mother, Laraine....

Father Dwyer’s 50th Anniversary

Father John Dwyer, a dear friend of the Payne family (and faithful dinner guest at the Payne house) celebrated the 50th Anniversary of his priesthood with his congregation at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church in Tappan. The event was orchestrated by Tom’s mother, Laraine....