New Shawl For Sale

This is one of the few new one of a kind products of Magical Designs Fashion Company. This hand made pink shawl costs $4.20. If you would like to order it please email Uncle Mark at markinjakarta@yahoo.com



Other products may be posted later.

The Real Ma Goes International

Maria "the Real Ma" has made it big in Hungary! Check out these recent photos taken at a bookstore in Budapest.

The flagship store of "Goluosh & Bogart" --- the Barnes & Noble of Hungary.


A beautiful reading room... let's check out the books.


That one looks familiar!


Papiron Prima! (type that into Google translator)


Maria Murnane... now a famous A SZERZOROL!

The Debate Rages On

While much of the world debates the merits of building the equivalent of an "Islamic YMCA" a few blocks from Ground Zero... we here at the Murnane Family Blog have a much headier and intellectual argument going on. The question: What Exactly Was Ma Wearing the Night of Mo's 40th Birthday Party?

The woman in question is wearing what exactly....?


Perhaps an ode to a once reliable and incredibly stylish car that for all too short of a time graced Metro Circle with its presence?


There has never been a greater time in Rick's life than those few glorious months he was able to call this beauty his "wheels."


Perhaps the get-up was in honor of this children's classic?


A giant purple crayon perhaps?


"Back in the day" - (i.e. the 80's) these legendary purple M&M's were once thought to be a powerful aphrodisiac and were coveted by adolescent boys from coast to coast.


Could it be....?


Vegas has weighed in and made it clear that the big dinosaur is the odds on favorite


We have reported..... YOU decide!

Back to the Future

The unthinkable has happened: baby sister Monica has turned 40! To celebrate, the masses came out in droves all done up in their best 80's gear. Much like the legendary 70's party to celebrate Mo's 30th... everyone went all out! Of course, who could resist the opportunity to revert to the glory days that were the 80's?

Since this was a surprise party.... Monica didn't get a chance to dress up. Gotta love the vintage "Paly Keg" in the background.


Sonny Crocket/Luke Morey... one in the same.


"The lights are on.... but you're not home...."


Robert Palmer and his girls were the musical headliners of the festivities!


No Brett did not just forget his pants... that was last weekend. On this night he went as everyone's favorite brothel owner of the 80's.


Most inspirational movie scene of the 80's? Very well could be!


Good of Ma to dress up... but Barney was a big hit in the 90's, not the 80's!

Brooke's First Holy Communion

This past weekend we celebrated First Holy Communion. Check out Brooke and Ryan in their 'Sunday Best.'

Ryan Morey -- almost as tall as his mom!


The beautiful Brooke shows off her lovely white dress.


Looking dapper as usual, Ryan checks out the crowd.


Another good picture of Brooke all dressed up.

Fun in the Sun

Last weekend all the "American Murnane" grandkids had a fun filled day of sport as both the Morey and Sharkey families took part in games of skill and athleticism.

Brooke shows off her blazing speed as she heads for first after hitting a frozen rope to deep left center.


Brooke rounds first and heads for second!


Showing off her fielding skills, Brooke the "Human Vacuum" scoops up another sharp grounder in the infield.


A bit further to the south, Brett smiles with Jordan and Lauren just before Jordo's big soccer game.


Jordan out on the field!


Lauren shows off her athletic skills on the sidelines.


All worn out from her gymnastics... Lauren settles in for a mid-game nap.


The proud mom smiles with her soccer star!


The four "American Murnane" grandkids got together to reflect upon their day of athletic domination.... and plot further such exploits!

Maria Murnane = Professional Author

Auntie Ria has made the big time! Her book "Perfect on Paper" is now on the market after being published by Amazon's 'Encore' division. Maria was recently in Nashville promotinng her acclaimed novel at Davis Kidd bookstore.



Don't forget us Auntie Ria!

Auntie Ria, Pa, Brooke and Jordan's Annual Holiday Outing

Each holiday season Pa & Auntie Ria are kind enough to take Jordan and Lauren out for a day of Christmas fun. This year the four merry makers headed down to Santa Cruz to spend some time with a special guest in town for a few days.

The intertainally acclaimed author, Auntie Ria, smiles with Pa, Jordan and Brookers.


The day started off right as Brooke ensures that she finishes up every last bit of her yummy breakfast.


A visit with the big man himself!


Jordan and Brooke smile after reminding Santa not to forget their "American Girl" dolls and proper accessories come December 25th.


Ah.... sunny California!


Maria takes a few minutes to enjoy a virtual roller coaster ride.


Maria cuddles up with three of her favorite things in the world: Jordan, Brooke and a good cup of de-caf!

Tahoe Baby!

While Mark, Icha, Jake and Bella were ringing in the new year in the sunny tropics... the Moreys went off to the snow up in Tahoe!

On the first night in their cabin the Moreys were welcomed by a real bat flying around inside! Below budding thespians Brooke and Ryan reenact their fright for the camera.


Time to hit the snow!


Making a snow angel or practicing his slide into home plate.... either way Ryan had a great time in the snow.


2+ feet of snow = tons of fun!

The Holidays Stateside!

While Bella and Jake celebrated the holidays in Bali... the rest of the Murnane grandkids had a great couple of weeks back in the USA.

Jordan and Lauren smile with Santa.


The "American-Murnane" grandkids smile while dressed up in their Christmas best.


Jordan and Lauren pose for a picture under the tree.


Jordan and Lauren show off two of their favorite Christmas gifts.


Not just any old doll... It's 'Kit Kittredge" who as a girl growing up during the Great Depression, Kit sees her dad lose his business overnight. To help save their home, Kit becomes resourceful. With Ruthie by her side, Kit also learns to treasure what money can’t buy—friends and family.