My family and my aunt's family came to visit us last week. It was the first time I've ever been hostess for more than a few people, but things went rather smoothly (for the most part). We had the most people in the house during Sunday dinner - we made food for sixteen people that night!Although the vacation was not terribly exciting at every single moment (see A's picture below), we had fun visiting with each other (and even had a nice time visiting distant relatives that most people had never met - GASP!). Here is a slew of photographs from the week:
L got to be a puppeteer in the Muppet exhibition at the EMP. Her Muppet is the blue one, which is supposed to be Kurt Cobain (the Muppet on her right was based off of Jimi Hendrix). L wasn't the most masterful puppeteer - this is the only photograph where "Kurt Cobain" doesn't look like he has a hangover.
Earlier this summer, L asked to have a surprise party for her birthday. Luckily, she never guessed that we would have a party for her at the RB house. So, she actually was surprised about the surprise party that she requested, which was good.
Watching L open her presents
This is what E looks like when she's not on Facebook.
The birthday girl was toted around on multiple canoe rides
My brother C shows of his canoeing skills...
...and his newfound magic trick skills.
...and his newfound magic trick skills.
Apparently, my brother A prefers to study for his math final while on vacation.
My sister C and Aunt B
Zel, Sam, and L
Milo was loathe to leave the fun and go home
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3 comments:
Wow, what a group! I'll bet that was really fun (and perhaps a tad stressful!) having your whole family there. I'm glad you had the opportunity and it sounds like you guys had some fun activities.
I think it is hilarious that your little sister asked for a surprise party! Those glasses of her's are some seriously sassy things -- very cute.
Good heavens, Monica! Good job! I get a little nervous when I have 2 people over for dinner. I can't imagine such a big group.
You were an AMAZING hostess. I can't belive how incredibly graceful you are/were! It looked effortless, and I know from experience that ~I~ would have been FRANTIC the entire time.
Also, thank you again for letting us stay with you. It was a tremendous visit and one I'll remember fondly forever.
Love, Ant Bee
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