I've never been the brightest crayon in the box but if there is one thing I have learned since my brother passed away and as I get older it is to cherish and enjoy every single moment of life!
As the title reads I've been really busy the past two weeks having fun with my family and friends and just genuinely living life to the fullest. Rather than thinking about or anticipating "whats next" I've just taken some time to disconnect, relax, and live in the moment! Sometimes having kids around is the best medicine for adults and I have been so incredibly lucky to have my cousin Dillon staying with me the past two weeks. This amazing kid continues to teach me through his example, strength, attitude, and love of life. I will forever be grateful to have him in life and to be able to learn from him each day.
The activities were honestly endless and awesome and I am so thankful for the time I was able to spend with Dillon and my family. We visited the aquarium.
Went and saw the Movie Brave and rode on the Train at the mall.
Made several trips to the Track to practice our running and multiple trips to Salem Ponds to walk along the lake, feed the ducks, and play at the play ground.
We celebrated the 4th of July in style by running the races in Eureka and spending the day with my grandparents.
We went to a Bee's game and had so much fun meeting Bumble and walking around the park.
Made a trip the the Dinosaur museum and enjoyed the most amazing Ice cream cones ever at Thanksgiving Point.
And finished the party with a great big Family Reunion as the finale!
I know that I say this in like every other post but it is worth mentioning again that my family freaking rocks! Although Summer is flying by way too fast for my liking I have really, really enjoyed it so far. So many awesome moments and I am really looking forward to continuing to create some awesome memories. I am so incredibly fortunate to be surrounded by such amazing friends and family.
I hope you are having an amazing Summer too and that you are taking some time to embrace and enjoy every moment.
Yay! Finally a new post. We have seriously had some fun in the last couple of weeks. I loved 4th of July and Dillon practicing his "cd cover" poses at the Bees Game. He is seriously the best. Love you sister and I would be as happy as could be if we could just spend the rest of our lives hanging out together with our family and never work a real job again.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely touching!!! Family does mean everything...and I totally "get it"!!!
ReplyDeleteThe pics were beautiful, and I would have to say that your head and your heart is in the right place!
I am heading hoome to KY this Friday for 2 whole weeks to spend with my family and attend a family reunion...then on the the OBX with my husbands entire family. How lucky we both are to be able to enjoy our "time" on this earth with the ones we love the most!!
Thanks for sharing Rachelle!
I love your outlook Rachelle... your family sounds amazing. Enjoy your summer!
ReplyDeleteand you rock! you constantly remind me to live life now and with the ones you love. so thank you!
ReplyDeleteLove this. Thanks for the reminder to enjoy life so fully...and what matter's most.
ReplyDeleteSo much fun! I am so glad you are enjoying your summer! Family time is the best time.
ReplyDeleteDillon is really one of my most favorite people to be around because you just can't help to smile and be right in the moment with him! he is so full of life! love seeing these photos. you have such a wonderful family! one so full of love and life...its contagious and inspiring and infectious:)
ReplyDeleteIt looks like so much fun! Love all of your pictures! Amber's little boy is soooooo adorable! Love all of that hair!
ReplyDeleteYou have some great pictures. This is proof of the awesome time you're having. I totally agree with you, so important to cherish all those little moments. Glad you're having such a good summer!
ReplyDeleteSo happy you are taking the time to soak in the sun and the love from your friends and family!! That is SO important! Great pictures as always! I want to come and hang out with you guys :)
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