Family Festivities

Yesterday was a day for family.
For gathering.
For celebration.

Kids (and friends)

Brothers and nephews
Step-mom and sisters-in-law

Daughter-in-law getting kisses

Father and grandson
(or for my father, his 6th great-grandchild)

for feasting

and exploring the world
in a place where everyone
is safe and loved.

And when the gathering ended,
I headed for home,
but took a little detour.

That pesky camera!
It always leads me astray.
But more about that later.


Comments

poefusion said…
You have a great looking family and your father looks to be happy living his fullest. I envy you that big dinner. But, it does remind me of Thanksgiving when our family would always get together. Good night~
June 14, 2009 at 5:39 PM
beth said…
family time is a good time...
and now on to the other photos that you're keeping us guessing about !
June 14, 2009 at 7:04 PM
Delwyn said…
Hi Meri

You have a lovely family. Your dad is looking very sprightly...

Just where did that pesky camera go?

Happy days
June 14, 2009 at 7:47 PM
Anonymous said…
wow how great to everyone together. family time is awesome.
June 14, 2009 at 9:45 PM
deb did it said…
what a lovely gathering! and don't ya just love it when that pesky camera kidnaps you away to unknown places waiting for you? can't wait to see more!
June 15, 2009 at 5:29 AM
ELK said…
meri ~i am so glad you shared this love here ...it makes me smile!
June 16, 2009 at 8:43 AM
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