Hughes Reunion 2009

So each year my dad's side of the family gets together for a BBQ and swimming near the end of August. This year was especially fun because nearly all of my siblings were there since my sister was getting married the following weekend. Passion & Kindly had a blast playing with all their cousins. My brother, Ben and his family came and so did my younger brother, Jon & his wife and baby girl. It was fun to play with their kids and meet our newest nephew, Harrison. We had so much fun holding him and getting to know him. I think Travis needs a little boy now . . . what do you think? The kids had a blast swimming at the reunion. They especially loved attacking Uncle Travis and getting thrown up into the air. We only left there with one injury. Jackson who is 2 ended up with five stitches after hitting his chin really good on the side of the pool. Ouch!

We also swam a few other times during the week so below are even more pictures from swimming. Here is Passion sporting some adorable swimming goggles. She thought she was pretty cool in them.Here is my mom with sweet, little Harrison. He was also blessed while they were here.

One evening together all the grandkids (there's 10 of them now . . . so crazy!) decided they wanted to learn the Oompa Loompa Dance found on the Charlie & the Chocolate Factory DVD. Nicole and Scott helped them learn it. They were having a blast and it was so hilarious to watch!

The week then ended with Nicole & Scott's wedding. It was a wonderful week and so nice to be together as a family. Thank you everyone for the sacrifices and effort you made to come visit. Until next year . . . !