Family Get Together at Mom and Dad's

We made the 11/2 hour drive to mom and dad's this weekend. We don't get to go nearly as often as I'd like, but I'm thankful for each and every time we go. Each visit I'm reminded of the wonderful family bond that we've been so blessed with. The ladies spend their time in the kitchen preparing the food and even after we've eaten, we sit around the table laughing and catching up. While the men usually sit in the Living Room flipping the channels between the History Channel and whatever sports game is on. The kids busy themselves playing in the bedrooms designated for them and exploring Mimi and Poppa's back yard.

Here are some photos of the kids playing on the porch. The first one is blurry, but I think that shows the movement of the game they were playing. Tyler was giving the signals for Red Light Green Light.

Dylan, Jarrod, Isaac, Ethan, Trent and Morgan

Ethan, Dylan, Morgan

Jarrod

Isaac

Ethan

Emilee

Dylan

As Tammi was getting ready to leave, I asked her if it was a good time for us to see her new house. She's been living there for several months, but it never seems to work out that I'm able to go there from mom and dad's. She said that it was fine with her, so we loaded up and drove there.

She has a beautiful home. It's all the things you would expect from Tammi- warm, cozy and spic and span. They have beautiful acreage with a pond, ducks and chickens, a wide front porch complete with rocking chairs and a more modern touch- a swimming pool surrounded by a beautiful wooden deck.

Tyler, Jarrod and Trent

Mom

Natalie