I think the best part for Ashkii and I was the adult/kid ratio (only 7 kids there). I actually got to relax and READ!!! Plus, there was a video/game room, theater room, and my (3rd?) cousin Beth brought her Wii - thanks Beth! Needless to say, my kids had the time of their lives, and also didn't want to leave. Savannah said her favorite part was the bunk beds:) and Trev can't decide between playing football with all the men who were so willing, playing Wii with Reed, video games, or riding the Go Karts in Pigeon Forge. I thought Rachel might be overwhelmed by the chaos, but she was so good and let everyone hold and cuddle her. We also built haunted houses (lots of fun- thanks Mom!) and ate, ate, ate tons of delicious southern food.
The Halloween party was awesome - some very hillarious and creative costumes, a scavenger hunt, and prizes. My kids couldn't get over the fact that my Dad got an award for the Worst/Ugliest costume (he was a redneck - it was well deserved). We made wanted posters with my Dad's picture and put them all over the cabin - Trev was a police officer and got to "arrest" him (the kid's been planning this for months!)
We also had a great time viewing a slide show (thanks Uncle Kevin!) of pics from the last big gathering (17 years ago!), including my Dad sporting some sweet MC Hammer style pants that apparently my Mom MADE for him. Nice.
Thanks to everyone who made this such a great reunion. What fun memories - we are planning NOT to wait 17 years to gather again!
15 comments:
Hi Brooke & Family,
Thanks for keeping your blog updated. I check it often to see what you've been up to. Looks like you had a really fun time over Halloween!
Kellie
I enjoyed reading about your trip. It sounds like you had a wonderful time! I got a laugh out of the picture of Trevor arresting Richard. Too funny!
Aaw...I miss everyone! I am going to need copies of some of those pictures!
Sounds like you guys had such a great time! So glad you were able to get away and have so much fun! Your family sounds like a blast!
Looks like tons of fun! I can't get over how old Lindsi looks. Amazing. ;)
Is Savannah wearing her swimsuit again? (hee, Hee)
This is why you need to get a videophone Brooke, than you could see your family even when you are on opposites sides of the country. It isn't too late. :) (and they free!)
this past weekend was WAY too much fun! i miss you guys!
Looks like you had a great time! How fun to relax and read a book.
Love your guys costumes! Fun idea for Trevor and Richard. I like the girl faries too! Tennessee looks beautiful! Christmas in Utah?
What great pictures. Rachel is getting so big already!!! Tell the kids hello for me. I sure do miss them.
That sounds like fun! I'm glad you had a little down time...every mom needs that.
We miss everyone and had a great time! Can't wait till our next family get together.
What an awesome trip!The kids look so cute.
My dad dressed up this year, too! I can see a Santa suit on the horizon for both of them.
Brooke--that sounds like a lot of fun! I want to see the MC Hammer pants. Can't touch this . . .
Hey Brooke! Jana, Trista and I would love to get together for dinner if you are still coming in town for Thanksgiving! E-mail me and let me know K! My e-mail address is steveandmel21@netscape.net
Love ya,
Melody
It was fun reading about your family reunion! Looks like some great ideas! The costumes are awesome!
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