Cousin reunions

Reconnecting with family is one of the distinct joys of summertime!
I had the opportunity to stay in my cousin's home in Minnesota this month and it was fun to catch up on the last year since we saw each other at a big cousin reunion in Monterrey, California last summer. I also spent time with my dear friends that are like family to me. We rented a vacation spot on Clark Lake in northern Minnesota.
Also in August was a reunion of our children plus one grandchild, Molly, with their cousins plus two other grandchildren of Henry's sister, Margaret as we gathered in Palm Coast, Florida to unwind and enjoy a time of relaxation together. Swimming in the ocean, sharing meals, playing games and laughing over two toddlers trying to stand upright after twirling madly is so delightful!
Henry and I especially enjoyed babysitting our granddaughter as she played in the sand.
A definite highlight was Sunday morning worship as we praised the Lord together in song while Evan led us on the guitar and could look out at the rolling sea.

"Here comes Jesus,see Him walking on the water,
He'll lift you up and help you to stand,
Here comes Jesus, He's the Master of the waves that roll,
He'll lift you up and make you whole."