Family reunion

My dad's side of the family had a reunion this week out by Strawberry reservoir. Although we weren't quite up to staying there overnight, we were able to drive there Thursday and Friday afternoons and leave later on. It made for some late nights, but it was totally worth it. Tons of cousin play/bonding  time!

All 9 grandkids.

 It got pretty chilly in the evening and rained off and on.

Daryn slept a lot, but was a good sport and helped hold her own binky in. 

 Reagan of course found something to climb on and something to hit.

 Eve did great too, and then the girls waited patiently for the bigger kids to break open the pinata to see what was inside!

 There were lots of tickle fights, and more movie time.

And of course, I don't have any pictures of the biggest adventure of all. There was a riving running through the campground that was perfect for tubing, although pretty cold. We were determined to go at least once, but by the time we got up there, got the girls fed and taken care of, got ready, and waited our turn for tubes, it was fairly late in the afternoon and very thunderstorm-y. Nevertheless, Eric, Sharon, Eve, Lance, Reagan and I pressed on. Probably not the smartest idea... It was not too bad at first- just cold, until it started pouring halfway down the river. Reagan was on my lap, and she handled it pretty well. Eve, on the other hand, was not pleased. She screamed and cried for her dad all the way. By the time we got to the end point, we were completely drenched and freezing. We booked it back to the lodge and our towels and dry clothes as fast as we could!

Edited to add:
Pics from Sharon!  
 
Before and after.
 

Saturday, after the reunion ended, Lance's parents were kind enough to invite my whole family to their motor home that was parked in Park City for a delicious meal. It was so fun to be together their with everyone, eat some yummy food, go swimming, and celebrate Sharon's birthday. Mumsy was there with them and was thrilled to pieces to meet her newest great-granddaughter. It was also exciting because Daryn got her harness for her hips taken off at her doctor's appointment Friday morning, so she was basking in her new freedom!

 Reagan was chillaxing- 3 days of short naps were starting to take their toll. By the time we got home Saturday evening, we were all exhausted. Too bad there was still lots to do! Cleaning and cooking for all our company that was coming the next day for Daryn's blessing!