Whirlwind Weekend

Shew. . . we had quite a busy weekend. Friday afternoon we packed up and headed to northern Indiana. It was not a terrible trip, but one can only listen to Veggie Tales, Bob & Larry Sing the 70's for so long before they are ready to go nuts!

We were excited to see Brian's Uncle Tom from Alaska. We have not seen him in over six years. The boys loved him. They thought he was a big kid. We also got to visit with Brian's grandpa who we also had not seen in over six years. Here is Brian and the kids with his uncle and grandpa. Don't ever tell me that Paragi genes are not dominant!!

Here are four generations of Paragis. As Zach said today, "Man, four generations of Paragis all in one house is scary!" Lizzie thought all the "boys" were ok, but she spent most of her time coloring with her "Dodo."

So, Saturday night, we left the kids with the family and attended Brian's 20th class reunion. He said he actually had a pretty good time. He was not too excited about wearing this name tag though! I giggled every time I looked at it! And you know that you are giggling now too!

Brian had a good time catching up with old friends. He also won a door prize for the boy with the biggest hair in high school. The above picture does NOT do him justice. He had some lion mane hair going on! Ok, I can't believe this but we did not take any pictures at the reunion itself. Yes, I know we are losers.

While we were gone, the kids raked and played in the leaves. They had a great time and they should sleep real well again tonight!

On the way home tonight, we stopped to eat at Steak 'n Shake. When you watch Jacob eat you realize that it is a full contact sport during which he "experiences" his food. Check out his grilled cheese sandwich with french fry "attachments!" This kid is such a nut!!

Then as we neared home, there was a gorgeous sunset. This picture does not do it justice. It is as though God just painted the sky this evening. It reminded me that He is in control of everything and all we have and enjoy are simply blessings from Him.


As we got home, Brian told everyone at what time they would be going to bed. Zach tried to barter, and asked to stay up later. The conversation went something like this. . .

Zach: Come on just a little longer?
Brian: Nope, you are going to bed so your mom and I can sit together, watch tv and smooch.
Zach: (with major disgust) You have a bedroom you know!

Again, little blessings!