family reunion 2012

we are back from an incredible weekend in san diego.
we had a gathering of 32 adults and 12 kiddos all from my mom's side of the family.
the weekend was made complete with an international themed menu, backyard olympics, endless pool time, fellowship and more food.
i have been so blessed with an amazing extended family. we may go a year or more {which is typically the case} without seeing each other and we always seem to pick up right where we left off.

we hosted the first family reunion in san diego two years ago and before it ended everyone was buzzing with excitement for the next one.
it was a much anticipated event this year and it seems like our family keeps growing. the more the merrier definitely holds true in this group.

i took just a few photos, okay seriously way too many photos. here is just a sampling of my favorites....

the food was a definite highlight. each family was assigned a brunch or dinner with a designated theme. everyone went above and beyond with decorations, music, costumes...it was amazing really.

{the infamous gorp jar}

barth and i were part of "good morning america" an american themed brunch. 

this chalkboard menu was used for each meal. oh yeah, we are pretty official in this fam. 

backyard olympics is a huge part of our gathering. i may just be a part of the championship team...two years running. not to brag or anything. it's pretty competitive. 

{the waves...reigning champs}

a few more of my favs...

thank you to all of my family for the memories. too many to list. i love you all♥

time to go finish packing for our family vacation to whistler, canada. a 6:30am flight departure awaits.