Just a few pictures

Molly and Finn sad that the wagon ride is over!



Ready for Halloween...even though he will not be superman this year!





Some backyard fun!

Irish Jig

Check out Finn's latest dance moves. I think he gets it from his Dad.

Sick Days

Finn and I are home today. He's got the hand, foot and mouth virus...again. So far we've only spotted one blister in his throat, but due to the virus being extremely contagious amoung infants and toddlers, we decided to keep him away from his friends at daycare for a few days. As long as nothing new appears, he should be ok to go back to daycare tomorrow. I've included a few pictures from his "sick" day today.

Half Marathon

Today I accomplised a feat that I trained long and hard for. I finished the half marathon in monsoon conditions. It's been raining here in Chicago since Friday, and of course it would not let up for the big race. Despite the downpour and soggy clothes and shoes, I ran the best run of my life. 13.1 miles in 2 hours and 17 minutes. I ran with my good friend, Jen, who is training for the Chicago marathon next month. She was nice enough to drop back a bit and run with me the whole way! I couldn't have done as well as I did without her! Thanks, Jen! My boys were also very excited to see me when I got home.

A few more pictures...

Another busy weekend for the O'Tooles. Yesterday we celebrated Dan's mom's birthday. I decided to run over in preparation for the half marathon next weekend. It was about 12 miles and took me about 2 hours and 15 minutes. I am still exhausted! We also went to visit Finn's Grandma "Jo" and Great Grandma and Great Grandpa Zanghi. Finn's new favorite word is "Hi," and he has been saying it non-stop!

Labor Day Weekend

This weekend we took Finn on a LONG roadtrip to Kansas City to meet his new buddy, Grady Galloway. He did exceptionally well on the 7 hour car ride, and had a great time hanging out with his Hawkeye friends! On Monday, we enjoyed a few long naps and some water fun out on the deck.