Family Get Together in Des Moines Nov. 2011

We had a very nice pre Thanksgiving get together with Bob's children and grandchildren. It coincided with Rachel's, one of Bob's daughter's, participating in a severe cross county race event in Des Moines. It gave us all an excuse to meet there. First we met at a motel for some swimming fun. Dave and Stacy were our lifeguards.

Stacy is expecting her third child in less than a month.

Drew needed a snack before getting started.
Now for all our swimming fun.




















Drew likes to play peek a boo with the camera.
He also likes the hot tub.



After swimming we met in our room to hand out some Hawaii souvenirs.

Dane shows off his T-shirt and his palm "toy."
Here they are showing the Hawaiian "hang loose" hand signal.
After Rachel's race at the Living History Farms, we all met at the Machine Shed restaurant where we ate a delicious buffet.

This is what Brett looked like after stuffing himself.
Reagan likes to practice crazy poses.
Dane waiting to eat.

Mmmm good!
Cousins.
Grandpa Bob looks pretty satisfied too.


Proof I was there.
It was difficult,but with the help of the grandkids we got some pictures of Brian. He was in the middle of moving from one place to another in Des Moines. We did end up helping him move his big screen TV and an end table after eating.
OK. Take that picture and get it over with.

Does Rachel look like she just raced through hills and dales, mud slides, creeks, etc. for 7 miles?



Here are pictures of Dave and Cari.



Cari and Reagan posed for a few pictures. Cute.




Here are some pictures of Curt and Stacy at the restaurant.




Getting ready for their third child. They look pretty happy.
Brian's new place in Des Moines.
After eating we all met at Cari's and Dave's house for a magic show and to eat pie.

First Stacy cut Rachel's bangs. It's nice to have a sister who can do that for you.
Then it was time for the magic show. Grandpa Bob loves doing magic for everyone. He prepared some new tricks for everyone to enjoy.




We also got to meet and to visit Cari's and Dave's new puppy, Winston. He is a border collie, and he is so cute and is learning some very good manners. He has excellent teachers and owners who love him a lot. You can see why.
Thank you Cari and Dave for being hosts and thank you to everyone for such a nice time together.