Well perhaps, ONLY in the "American" sense of the word! A recent (and still memorable) gathering at our place brought together sisters, brothers, grand kids, nieces, nephews, daughters & sons. With at least a half dozen call to orders ... we finally assembled long enough to set the timer & click off a few shots before they were acting crazy & out of control (again) When handed props & directed to the pirate ship a few feet away- you can only imagine how "orderly" that photo session went! THIS family unit used to spend (at least) Thanksgiving weekend together every year, but with career obligations, sporting tournaments, logistical issues, & just plain LIFE ... it's just as easy anymore. BUT, the beauty of this moment on this day, for this picture ... is that the laughter still rings in my ear, the squeals of joy, the comical remarks, the feeling of togetherness is STILL only a thought (or picture) away!
After the last car departed that evening, tears formed and lingered, and the Capt and I walked into a quiet, serene house- greeted by the kitty cats who had been somewhat scarce during the commotion of the crowd. We shared a hug & methodically began the mini clean-up chore that comes with foot prints & hand prints, & laundry, & ... recycling.
Left behind were beautiful bouquets of flowers, shoes, lipstick, and a WHOLE LOT OF LOVE to get us through the next few days!
Family .... priceless.
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