when i'm with my family...

...the hours go by far too quickly, but the laughter is inevitably louder and longer.

Sweet baby giggles, trips to the lake, and delicious meals epitomized this much-anticipated family reunion.

Just listening to the adorable things 'the littles' say {ie. "Abbey, you're my best friend."} and watching them play together always makes my day. In fact, it makes my whole Summer.

I must confess, though - my arms felt quite like jello at the end of each day. Hours of baby cuddling, swing-pushing, and piggy-back-giving would be the reason for this. Worth it? Oh, yes.

In the rare moments where I wasn't tracing little bodies with chalk and playing peek-a-boo, I started reading Emma, indulged in tea & coffee, and made {ahem... attempted to make} friendship bracelets with Meadow. Also, I acquired my seventh vintage camera, thanks to a very thoughtful auntie.

Honestly, I'm just so thankful for family.

What's your favourite thing about gatherings? I'd love to know.

xo,

Abbey

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