My love language is quality time. So as I looked around at our two sons, their wives, and our four adorable grandchildren, gathered together “up north” at a house on Leech Lake, my heart was full. It was a blessing for me and Gary to have all ten of us together in the same place for a few days!
It was fun seeing the four cousins together (ages 8, 7, 6, and 3). They immediately connected and had a blast playing with each other: running around, creating secret forts, playing games, digging in the dirt and, of course, time on the boat; swimming and fishing.
We enjoyed fires, one in an indoor fireplace the first night, and others outside in a fire-pit.
We were able to take several pontoon boat rides; this was one of my favorite things to do. I love being on the water. The kids fished off the pontoon boat and Gary, the biggest kid, caught the biggest fish.
We anchored the boat in a spot for swimming. And I jumped into the lake! I’m not sure when the last time I jumped out of a boat and into water. Jumping into the lake was a pretty common activity for me during my growing up years…but not so much now.
But I did it so I could go swimming with the grandkids. They were a great incentive, and it was fun!
Gathering around a big table each night, and eating dinner, was very special. What a wonderful thing to do, to set apart time and all sit down and eat good food together.
I will cherish the memories we created up north. I am so grateful for this undivided time we had together.
Sounds like an idyllic way to spend a summer up north with your whole family! You are blessed!
Being with our sons and their families is a blessing, for sure. I am thankful for the time.
Sounds absolutely wonderful Valerie!
So happy for all of you.
Thanks Karen. It was wonderful. 😉
Oh, Valerie, I’m so happy you had this time together. All of you. You made memories, shared love and grew even closer as family.
Thank you Audrey.
I do not take our time up north for granted. It was very special to all be together… making memories…
I cherish it.
What a lovely time you had with your family!! Great pics.
Thanks Vic.
Love this so much, Valerie!
Thank you, Diane.
That beautiful sunset to complete the story of this glorious time with your family makes me weep! You are so loved!
Thanks Starr.The sunset picture is from our last night so I thought it appropriate to use it to end the blog post. 😉
What a beautiful time you must have had, Valerie! All your dear ones together at the same time. I am happy for you!
We did have a beautiful time up north. Good memories.
Oh what a great time together. Isn’t it fun to see the grandchildren together enjoying each other. I remember one time sitting on the shore with Mike watching the kids play and him commenting on how these memories will stay with the grandkids forever.
Yes, seeing the kids playing together was wonderful. So much fun and laughter.
Good memories, for sure.