Two Families

The last few weekends have been filled with family. My family and Joe's family. Our families got together for completely different reasons.

For my family, it was a visit from my sister, who lives out-of-state. She doesn't make it out here that often, so it's always nice when we get to see her. We spent two full days hanging out, BBQ'ing, swimming, catching up, and even golfing (I'm the only member of the family that hasn't been sucked into this "golfing" craze!).

For Joe's family, it was a family loss that brought us all together this past weekend. Sadly, and very tragically, we lost Joe's middle brother and also his uncle, within weeks of each other. Family and friends, near and far, came together to celebrate the lives of those we lost, and to re-live the memories and stories we have about them. While there was lots of tears and sadness this weekend, there was also lots of laughter and love at the same time.

Two weekends. Two different reasons to get together. Two weekends that will be remembered and not forgotten. Two amazing families that we are all so grateful to have in our lives.

Comments

[Deneen]

So good that you got photo's at both events.

[dawn]

I agree, it's nice you took the time to get big family pictures. Everyone looks good, the girls are so big. How awesome you got to see your sister, I bet you had a blast with her.

So sorry for Joe's loss of family, how sad for all of you. My prayers and hearts go out to all of you.

Take care laura,
hugs
Dawn

[Leslie]

Two very nice pictures of your families - cherish those!

[Janet]

What beautiful families! The first photo made me smile and the second photo made me sad for Joe and the family. It is a true blessing that you all have each other to rely on and comfort each other during such losses. When it comes down to it- all we have are memories...I guess that is why scrapbooking is so important to us.
Warm smiles from PA!

[Ruth G]

It's always interesting the things that bring us together as families!

I'm betting your insight into the need for pictures of every gathering is part of what makes you a successful papercrafter! Thanks again for sharing your life, your stories and your wisdom! Especially during what must be a crazy busy pre-CHA time! (I know you're really great about personal responses, but I'd rather that you slept;-)

[Sandra A]

So sorry for the loss of Joe's brother and uncle. Makes us all reflect on the importance of family.

You are capturing all of it, and it will help you smile, laugh and cry.

[laurielariviere]

beautiful photos Laura, so sorry to hear of your losses, that's so sad...family is so important, hugs my friend :)

[Kim Thomas]

I'm so sorry for the losses in your family, just heartbreaking. It's good that you took pics. More and more, I think it's so important to take them. We are starting to lose family too. Take care, and I'm sending you a hug. :)

[scrappychick]

Laura, I'm sorry for your losses. Your family has been through a lot. Take care.