A Welcome back!

The day dawned cool and wet, checked the weather, supposed to rain all day, not sure what to do, postpone the “Welcome Home” gathering or call the kids and see if we should move it one of their homes. Decided we could not postpone, the food we had prepared (especially the potato salad, fresh fruit and veggies) would not survive until the next weekend and the cake I had ordered certainly would not. In the end we decided to go ahead, even of it meant we would have to crowd into the fifth wheel. The family arrived bringing lots of hugs and kisses for both of us, especially though for Grandpa/Dad, as well of lots of questions regarding his trip to Africa. After visiting for a short time, we had a viewing of the pictures and video with narration provided by Woody! We both were pleased with all the questions our grandchildren (7, 9 and 12 years old) had during and after looking at the presentation, thought they might be bored but they sure were not! We took turns sitting and standing as not everyone could sit at once, just not enough seating area but we made out just out fine, enjoying the afternoon catching up on news, sharing some highlights of our trip to Pennsylvania and just generally visiting. The grandchildren were great they played games in our bedroom, while we visited. Later in the afternoon the rain finally stopped, the sun came out and the grandkids headed to the playground to let off a little energy but too wet and cool to enjoy our meal outdoors.




Left to right, Brooklyn, her Dad Keith, Caitlin and her Mom Michelle











Chris and Oreo.








Lindsey and her Mom (Tracy) Brooklyn and Keith











Caitlin, her Mom (Michelle), her Dad (Chris) and Brooklyn

The chocolate cake was real tasty, filled with fresh strawberries and lots of yummy (not to sweet) icing.

Woody reading his belated Father's Day card.

Okay enough pictures eh! Woody, cut that cake, we are all waiting!


Despite the weather, we totally enjoyed the afternoon and evening of visiting, overall we are happy that we decided to go ahead with our plans, if our family had any complaints regarding the tight space they did not voice them. Kind of cool to know that small family gatherings can be held in our little home and that was one concern we had before today.