This was my favorite day of the reunion. Tom and Sandy graciously opened up their stunning home to us and rented paddle boards, kayaks and a boat for a day of play. The day was really laid back and perfect for good conversation with lots of family.
One of the greatest joys of a family reunion is watching others delight in your own kids. I got to see this again and again, as different people offered to watch them so that Rory and I could play a bit. It meant so much to me!
At one point, just as we were arriving, there were eight of us out on the deck eating peaches. These peaches were perfect, and super juicy. Conversations were had asking each other if this was the best peach of your life. And as we began to catch up, we each slurped our drippy peach...trying to act casual about it. We'd say things like, "so you're moving soon..." while trying to hide our slurpy sounds, quickly getting the napkin to our chins. It was a funny moment that felt similar to ordering ribs on a first date. A little awkward, but totally worth it.
(I know that's a random story. But it's a funny memory I wanted to write down...)
See what I mean about other family delighting in my kids?!!
And here are some of the ladies. It's such a great group of people. I just feel so grateful and blessed to have married into such an exceptional family.
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That is such a great picture of the four of you! Absolutely precious!
And Sarah and Elsie....well that will be a great picture to show Elsie when she gets older!!
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