The kids and I were in charge of the reunion this year, and let me tell you, that's a lot of work!
We had fun though, and many came from great distances to join us! I think there were more grandchildren and their families than the original Niven 9! The day started out warm, grew quickly HOT, and ended in a tremendous thunder and rain storm! In fact, we all ended up in the basement drying out for the closing activities!! Here is a sampling of some of the fun for those who couldn't make it there! A huge thank you to Grandpa and Grandma and everyone who made it such a fun day!
Making potato babies...
Ashlee loved her potato baby so much she carried it most of the day...
Ethan's shows his cyclops baby...
One of several games, wheelbarrow races to collect "Buffalo Chips"...
John and Jared putting the potato babies to nap...
Afternoon water play with cousins...
Carolyn manages the hose for a while...
Plenty of visiting time in the afternoon...
Rescuing the potato babies from the burning wagon...
The rain began to fall about now, and Grandpa began the bartering with information concerning his spinners...
Testing out Grandpa's spinners, and the reversible method...
Family flags...
The first time many had seen Will since he returned from Afghanistan...
Plenty of hugging of course...
Cousins, nieces and nephews getting to know each other again...
A final sweet baby face by Kiley Kunz, held by her mum, Hailey. Bye everyone!!
I found your blog through Dave's parents! The reunion was so fun. Thanks for taking the time to put all the activities together. Dave and I went home that night thankful for the family we get to be apart of, thanks again.
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