In June, my Uncle Larry and Aunt Trendy had a going away party for my cousin, Katy, her husband, James, and their baby girl, Abby Kate. They were leaving soon after to be longterm missionaries in Serbia. It was such a special time. My grandparents came up from Texas, as did my dad's younger brother and his family. My cousin Lauren and her husband, Ryan, flew in from Washington state. My whole family was able to come as well. It was the first time we'd all been together since the cruise we took in 2007 for my grandparents' 50th anniversary. We all had a blast catching up, sharing a meal together, and playing in the swimming pool. The guys made up some funny, ridiculous challenges for jumping off the diving board. I think my youngest cousin, Matt, the only male grandchild on that side of the family, enjoyed finally having some youngish males around now that four of us older girls are married! It was wonderful to finally have a reunion - I love my family and wish I got to see more of all of them. Katy and her family are doing well in Serbia - we pray for them and the work to which God has called them.
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| Second cousins meeting for the first time. Abby Kate was thrilled. Mary-Claire was not so sure. |
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| Abby Kate with her sweet Auntie Lauren. |
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| Mamas with our girls. |
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| All the cousins! Back: Elizabeth, Julia, me, Abby Kate, Katy, Meghan, Mary-Claire, Lauren. Front: Matt, Angela, Sarah |
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| The whole clan |
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| Recreating a photo from Thanksgiving 2006. Wish I could find it... I don't seem to have a copy on my computer. |
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| Headed to Serbia! |
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| Typical Julia - being silly and making my mom laugh. I love the way her nose crinkles. |
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| Brothers and granddaughters. |
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| Abby Kate was thee friendliest baby! |
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