Family Week in Gallatin
The 3rd week of August brought lots of family to Gallatin for a surprise birthday party for my cousin Jane. In addition to my family, Frankie’s sister Toni traveled back from Phoenix with us after our quick trip to the southwest. Pictured above is Mom with bothers and sisters (all eight)
A family lunch at aunt Sarah’s unveiled the quilt put together of design from Jane’s cousins.
Family time.. Everybody catching up on latest news.
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The surprise birthday party.
Jane thought it was a family dinner at Kate & Jay’s. Picture above right Jane’s emotional reaction as she first sees the quilt. Center, Cassie, the bday organizer show her excitement.
Center, Kate works in her beautiful kitchen, Toni (Frankie’s sister) & Frankie pose near the front door.
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Family lunch at our house.
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Of course we had to take Toni to Lake Viking to see Phyllis & Rex’s home and a sunset from the water. The ladies are looking good above. Neely and Stella love going out on lake cruises. Stella makes her rounds and gets into the spirit by asking for her share of the sunset beverages.
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Moon rise over the lake..
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Photos from the past weeks.
Cool weather and morning fog. Nice to be back from Phoenix.
Frankie & Toni watch a tractor parade on the square.
Farewell photo as we head to the airport
Weston Mo.. We visited this historic town after dropping Toni at the KC airport.
Mom, Frankie & Neely model our last project.. New railing for the stairs and a new patio to finish landscaping of the stairs and give us a place for the BBQ..
I’m writing this as we visit St Louis and family. Seems we have to leave Gallatin to find time to do blogs. There’s still no end to projects. The end is in sight though… Have a great Labor Day holiday.
Until the next update…
August 29th, 2010 at 10:53 am
Was great to see all of Betty’s siblings together again! It doesn’t get any better to have family gatherings to add more memories. So happy Toni came to visit and she enjoyed herself. She got to hold Zoe this past week! You guys will not believe all the changes she has made! Big Fun! So enjoy the pictures/blog Lowell. I see Frankie has once again put her magic into the landscaping at the house. So beautiful! Enjoy, relax and hey aren’t you supposed to be taking Homey off to some sightseeing this summer? Better get going!! 🙂 Love you guys. Hugs to Betty!
August 29th, 2010 at 12:34 pm
Wow it alll looks so stunning.. One of the things I find most impressive is how you posed everyone for the family portrait… The front row were all on their knees!! WoW!! You have some great knee genes Lowell!!
Frankie.. the flowers and decorating look fabuloso! You are missed back here… But Cholla is making do with us!!
Love to Neely too! xo
August 29th, 2010 at 6:14 pm
You did a wonderful job of taking pictures & capturing the spirit of the gathering in Missouri. So very grateful for each & every person involved in making the week such fun. The pictures brought back happy moments & memories to keep me company in the future. I am so glad to be able to enjoy your Blog. Love to all of you.
August 30th, 2010 at 10:10 am
Great family pics!! Looks like a fun time. Frankie, the flowers are gorgeous!!!!! BEAUTIFUL!!! Stella looks like our Saki. They should get together. HA!! Hugs to all of you and anxious to see you in RP soon.