But it was a true joy and blessing to be able spend time with our family members. We imposed upon my aunt and uncle since they live close to the town where we spent a lot of time going to services at the Catholic Church.
Why were we so pleased with our family? Let me tell you
There are nine living children of Frank and Mabel.
(left to right)
Kendall, Teresa, Mark, Laura, Evelyn, Cletus, Eileen, Clyde, Loyson
Yes, Kendall (who happens to be my dad) is much taller than the rest of his family as he is actually standing on the same step as Laura...
Yup, nine who then had an even larger next generation of 27. That's right. 27 grandkids. And of course, I have never been with all 27 of us. Because, just like for this recent funeral, at least one is always missing.
But it is very exciting indeed when 26 of 27 are there. So we had a photo opp:
(starting in front left)
Rachel, Kara, Kiana, Kendra, Abbie, Sarah, Denise, Robin, Fran, Nicole
Kayla, KrissaMarie, Gina, Lisa, Brett, Josh, Heidi, Carl, Heather
Corey, Craig, Chris, Brian, Matt, Jack, Eric
not pictured: Scott
And the next picture we even let the great-grandkids in (not all were present). And no, not all of the kids are being held by their own parents. Some were claimed by other cousins...
add in Kira, Libby, Owen, George, Addison, James, Alison
not pictured: Cody, Nate, Katie, Lane
Don't we all look spiffy? We clean up good...
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