Parker's 3rd Birthday!

'Twas August 13th, and adorable she was as always! Family came from far and wide to enjoy the festivities with Mom and Dad Kerrie and Andy and sister Lauren. Yay!

Family Reunion at Big Bear

Familyness (it's a word NOW) was everywhere at Big Bear the second weekend in August, as family descended upon southern California to celebrate Dad's retirement. Sara pulled everyone together for the awesome gathering, which included, natch, Dad, Andy, Sara, Amy, Pat, Tanya, Sam, Clara, Marie, Mary Lee, Kevin and Sally. Herewith, pics of our time on Big Bear Lake.

Of course, we also spent much time at the amazing house Sara rented for us. Wow!

We used the weekend as the perfect time to celebrate, belatedly, Sam's birthday.

We also took a tour of Big Bear Zoo, where bears frolicked and owls just stayed out of the way.

And here's the most excellent vehicular device Sara arranged for Mary Lee, Kevin and me. Thanks, Sara!

An amazing weekend. We all must get together again soon!!!