Sunday, July 10, 2011

Concerning Family Reunions...

We totally ripped off this pose from the Eyre family...
Just a quick moment to document the fun that happened this past week:
We had a triathlon, an Amazing Race, a 40th birthday party, food, volleyball, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking, more food, lot's of reminiscing, laughing, and even some tears as we remembered Great Grandma Brown and shared her elephant collection with the cousins.
It was an awesome time but what I treasure most is just being complete. Having my my mom, dad, brothers and sisters all together doesn't happen very often so when it does, we just soak it all in. It feels so good and God willing, we'll do it again in two years.



The Amazing Race begins...it involved marshmallows, clue finding, pie eating, raw egg swallowing (you and me Jake!), LOT'S of walking/running, and even a little Justin Bieber.

Randy turned 40 with just about 40 nieces and nephews to celebrate with...

The SUPER triathlon team of Charles, Grandma, and Jake didn't quite come in first but they didn't come in last either, right Jordan?

The hand-off from swimming sensation Kyle, to walking  wonder Jay was flawless!
Ashley is just glad her swim is OVER.
This is just a small portion of Great Grandma Brown's elephant collection. Each grandchild got one to keep as reminder of her. Thanks Janis.



And if Girls Camp wasn't looming large over my head, I would be much more thorough in my coverage but alas- there is much to do.
Again- best reunion ever. Thanks to all.