Pre Thanksgiving With the Family

It's become kind of a tradition to get together with Bob's side of the family for a pre Thanksgiving visit in 

Des Moines  so we decided to meet again.  Usually Rachel and Stacy participate in a major running event at the Living History Farm, but this year they decided to skip it since it was so cold, way below freezing temps.  That meant more time with the family so that was nice.

When we arrived in Des Moines, we met up with Brian, Cari, and Dave for supper at one of Bob's favorite restaurants, Noodles and Company.  Here we are waiting for our food.

Brian

Cari and David

Guess who?

Then we all met up at the pool at the motel.

Here are Curt and Jenna Joy.  They had been swimming and were ready to call it a day.

Reagan and Aunt Stacy

Rachel, who had just celebrated a significant birthday.  

Sitting around for a break.

Is that Hercules?  No, I think it's Dane.  Look at those muscles!!!

Bob and Stacy having good conversation.

Brian joined us for swimming  Looks pretty handsome here.

Time to party in the room.    Here they are,  "Dancing with the Stars!!!!!!"

Still partying.  Some with their electronic games and some just hanging out and talking.

Something was funny!!!

Focused!!!!

Fun with Grandpa

The next morning was more time for swimming.

Great picture of Stacy, Dane, Jenna Joy, and Reagan.

Ahhh.  Isn't Jenna a  cutie pie?

Did I actually get a picture of Drew?

Curt throwing Brett.  He looks ready.

The Beauties of the family.

Such a nice picture.

Curt trying to get Brett to cooperate with the camera.

Another successful camera shot of Drew with Brett looking on.

Reagan and one of her many poses.

The Lindsays.  Great picture.

The grandchildren having fun in the motel hallway.  They know how to have fun.

From the motel we went to the Machine Shed for a delicious brunch.  There's something for everyone.

Another great visit with the family.  We always look forward to these times and hope to have many more.