Pray. Play. Eat.

A family that prays together, plays together and eats together stays together! Erik and I are so blessed with great family! Some family we see more often than others but we love and appreciate ALL the wonderful people in our lives. This particular Sunday morning was spent praying, playing and eating together with my dad's side of the family. After church we gathered for lunch at my parents cabin and talked about babies (one cousin is pregnant), wedding plans (one cousin getting married) and the start of a new school year. It was another beautiful day at the lake in Minnesota. So glad to be back!!

Family Pic. I sure love these boys.

Thomas Sandwich! Cousin Marissa was at the lake for the weekend and met Thomas for the first time. 

Love. Them.

Thomas loves Fr. Ilango! Probably his super loud voice and funny accent. :)

Yum! Too much food for one plate.

Grandma Bette's great grandchildren. Grace, Thomas and Lily. Grace and Lily will be big sisters in February.

Thomas and Grandpa Fred doing some exploring.

It's not vacation, it's Home!!

What a beautiful weekend in Minnesota! We were so fortunate to be able to move from one beautiful state to another. 

Erik was able to head north to spend the weekend with Thomas, me and the rest of our families. 

Thomas sure loves his uncle Peter!

 Not quite sure what to think of the noisy four wheeler.

 So fun hanging with the big boys.

 Always happy to be with Grandma!

We had a super yummy fish fry with Erik's family on Saturday night. I absolutely love Minnesota Walleye fried in butter flavored Crisco! Thomas was really hoping Daddy would give him a little sample of fish.

Thomas didn't get so lucky with a taste of fish but he sure liked the crab apples.

After Mass on Sunday morning we had brunch with some of my family at our small town cafe. (can't beat a $3 omelet, toast, bacon and hash browns) From there we headed to the lake for an afternoon on the water.

 Just living the dream.

Hmm. I wonder if these would make a big splash?!?

 Lucky little boy has the attention of all four grandparents.

 So peaceful and relaxing.

 Captain Jack with a little help from his co-pilot.

 Thomas loves Sydney, even after she has rolled in dead fish. Blah.

We were on the pontoon until 7:00 enjoying the company of family and friends. It felt like vacation and then I remembered we live here now!!! So great!