My brother Brett, his family and my family headed down to see my parents for a BBQ yesterday. Once I got to the pool I felt a bit lost. There was a piece of our family puzzle that was missing. It was the middle piece and no matter how hard you tried not to look at it; it would stand out. My other brother Mark and his family were not there.
Over the past several months my older brother Brett and I have gotten close. This has been an amazing experience for me. My brother is so happy and his life seems on track. When we do get together my soul is filled with joy but also a bit of heart ache. Mark lives a few hours away and is unable to join us if we decided to do something last minute - that was the case yesterday (or so I thought).
We were all swimming in the pool when I see Brett's face change. I look at what he is staring at and what do I see, my sister in law Julie! It took me a few moments to realize yes, she really is here - my brother is here - my niece and nephew are here. I jump out of the pool and run for them. I am sure they were not to happy to have a very wet, screaming woman running straight for them.
My family was complete. Cousins had fun jumping into the pool, siblings had fun being together, parents had fun watching the kids get along.
By far, this was the BEST Saturday I have had in many, many years! Thanks to my brothers - family does make you complete!
I have many funny pictures of G-man running in to the pool!
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I'm so happy for you Rebecca! Good times at at the pool with all your family it doesn't get any better.
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