Family time for our large group is not a special time that is set aside for anything in particular. Having a large family means every moment is basically family time. College kids coming and going, people dropping in for a quick bite to eat or taking me out to get groceries. I value this time and it makes me so happy to have these drop in visits.
It has been brought to my attention by wonderful people who have entered our family, that there might be 5 or 6 conversations taking place all at once, and while everyone in the family unit follows what is going on, others can be a little lost. It takes time and eventually they come to understand our unique way of communicating!
Little brother hugging his big sister
The younger kids had no school Thursday or Friday and so that time was spent going to various appointments and making our way to Spokane for my skin check. We stopped over to pick up a special custom birthday cake that Yusuf ordered for Grama who celebrated her 83rd birthday on the weekend.
We took the cake and drove a few miles to Osama and Jacki’s house and spent time with the precious boys. Jacki is doing well but very tired and ready!
Mom and Dad arrived, we surprised mom with the cake, they visited for a bit and then took the cake for a celebration the next day at the lake. We said our goodbyes and headed back to our little town. Both boys waved and sweetly spoke the words Byyyyyeeeee
The next morning I took Heme to get on the bus for a cross country meet, we followed awhile later. The little town we went to is nearby and sits in a valley. The landscape was amazing.
Heme had a good run and did his best which for me is always what I hope for. We jumped in the car and drove two hours to the lake. Mom and Dad do not really need anything and so we hate to burden them with more stuff that they will not use. So in the past few years we bring lotion, chocolate, nuts, basically items that they really like and use. We helped put away the kayak, tied up the dock and made sure everything was up from the lawn. Mom made hot dogs, salad and we sat and ate.
The cake from Mom’s favorite place was taken out and served.
We kissed and hugged, got in the car and drove through the Palouse back to our sleepy college town where the gentle touch of Fall can be seen everywhere.
Great pictures, as always Lynn. Mom looks to be a really young 83!
LikeLiked by 2 people
I think she sure does act young and look young too, thanks Peter xo
LikeLiked by 1 person
Oh, so lovely Lynn 🙂 Happy Birthday to your mom. What a gorgeous cake. So glad everyone had a wonderful time. xxx
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thanks so much lynne xoxo
LikeLiked by 1 person
So nice to see multiple generations of family enjoying eachother’s company. Please extend birthday wishes to your mother from me.
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thanks so much Jonathan!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Your mum looks amazing and a gorgeous cake ..Those cute boys have grown so much they don’t stay babies long do they?
LikeLiked by 2 people
No they grow so fast!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Happy Birthday to your Mom, Lynn 🙂
It is so great to see, how much joy all of you have together.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks sister xoxo
LikeLiked by 1 person
Many more birthdays to your mother Glad you all were together and busy. Those boys ae adorable and growing. Excited for Jacki and the new babe!!! Whoot-Hoot xoxoxxo b-2
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thanks dearest bestie xoxoxo
LikeLiked by 1 person
Most welcome Lynn! xoxoxoxo b-2
LikeLiked by 2 people
In the midst of all the boisterous, noisy chaos that is a big family it is wonderful that there was time to celebrate well your mumma’s birthday. She looks incredible – at least 10 years younger than the figure on the cake and I think my favourite picture is the one of she and your father comfortably close together xxxx
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much! yes that is so lovely xoxo
LikeLike
Thanks for sharing family time! Love the cake and best birthday wishes for the young at heart 83 year old!🎂👍💕💕🤗🤗Garfield hugs and love
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thanks so much x
LikeLiked by 1 person
Your mom is a beauty at 83 ! Happy birthday to her. And the twins…adorable and growing.
LikeLiked by 2 people
She is a wonderful amazing lady! Thanks so much Van
LikeLiked by 1 person
A happy birthday wishes to your mom. Those twins sure grow up fast and I bet the birthday cake was as delicious as it looked. A nice day for you to have.
LikeLiked by 1 person
It was delicious Joseph! Thanks
LikeLiked by 1 person
Aren’t they the cutest babies ever!! Love 😙
LikeLiked by 1 person
I must agree, thanks xx
LikeLiked by 1 person
happy birthday to your Mom… She is beautiful!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks!
LikeLiked by 1 person
You’re welcome!
LikeLike
what a WONDERFUL, FULL life you have Lynn!!! Your mother is beautiful! Happy Birthday to her!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much Jodi xoxo
LikeLike
Happy Birthday Grama! What beautiful pictures and such loving memories you are making! xoxo
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks blue xoxo
LikeLiked by 1 person
A very Happy Birthday to your Mom, Lynn.
Leslie ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much Leslie!
LikeLiked by 1 person
🙂 ❤
LikeLiked by 1 person
Glad you could enjoy such a wonderful time with family and celebrate your mom’s birthday, Lynn. Lovely photos!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks Syl!
LikeLiked by 1 person
You’re welcome!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Lovely post, lovely photos 💜
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks Willow xo
LikeLike
It is true it’s s lovely post full of love 💜💜
LikeLiked by 1 person
❤️❤️❤️❤️
LikeLike
Happy birthday to your mom!!!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks!!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks for sharing Lynn…plenty of smiles to go around! (here, too) (K)
LikeLiked by 1 person
xoxo
LikeLiked by 1 person
Happy Birthday to your mom! I am sure the best gift she and your dad had was your company and celebrating in person with them. So good that you can spend time with your family. Those young twins’ personalities are showing. 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yes she always says she just wants us there ❤️
LikeLiked by 1 person
What a wonderful gift your presence is to you mom. Nothing is better!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much
LikeLiked by 1 person
What a wonderful few days for all of you – and that cake looks yummy.
LikeLiked by 1 person
It was so good!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Happy birthday to your mum, Lyn. How grateful she must feel for such a wonderful family.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks Robyn
LikeLiked by 1 person
Literally a love-ly post
LikeLiked by 2 people
Thank you Derrick 🌸🌸
LikeLiked by 1 person
Wow, your mom looks amazing! It’s so nice you can spend time with your family.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks!
LikeLike
How wonderful! You have such a beautiful and wonderful family Lynn! Thanks for sharing your time with them with us! xoxoxox
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much PJ xoxoxo
LikeLiked by 1 person
The cake looks wonderful and yummy! It sounded like a lovely, and wonderful day.
LikeLiked by 1 person
It really was Deborah xo
LikeLiked by 1 person
xx
LikeLike
You do have a rich family life, Lynn. I’m happy for you.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you so much! xo
LikeLike
Really enjoyed this post of your family activities. Your mom looks wonderful and she is still a great hostess, like your grandmother was. I share your photos with Don to make him long for the northwest scenery. Ellen
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much Ellen🌸🌸 yes Elva was amazing
LikeLike
Sounds like a wonderful family time.
LikeLiked by 1 person
It really was
LikeLiked by 1 person
I can feel the love your family feels for each other, you are the center of that my friend, you are the best mom I have ever come across…..what a beautiful birthday girl!! XXkat
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much dear xoxo
LikeLike
As usual your pictures equal your writing.. You have a natural talent for snapping the right pictures to convey the mood and story.. 💛
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks Pan!
LikeLiked by 1 person
[…] https://lynzrealcooking.com/2017/10/09/family-time-4/ […]
LikeLike
Thanks to your review I found this one. I am so glad I did not miss it. Wow, your mom looks amazing!! I cannot believe it was her 83rd birthday! What a great family. I am so happy you all had such a fantastic time. Your big family is fantastic!!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks so much Erika xoxo
LikeLiked by 1 person
I thank you dear!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Looks like the weather is gorgeous, Lyn–perfect celebration (and running!) days… Friends and I were just bemoaning the fact that we are no longer a ‘drop-in’ culture…people call or plan far ahead if they are visiting. There’s a loss there, i think, and I love that you live in a home where drop-in visits are a regular thing!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I think it is so much fun Pam
LikeLiked by 1 person
Very useful. The only people with whom you should try to get even are those who have helped you (John E. Southard) – thanks for the share!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Beautiful family!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks!
LikeLike
Lovely photos!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks!!
LikeLike