Family Reunion

My mom's maiden name is Schalchlin.  Any man that marries into this wonderful family must first learn to spell the family's name.

Last Saturday, the Schalchlin crew gathered for the first time in way too long.  My day began with kids in tow at the Conway Farmer's Market, where we found some gorgeous strawberries that we picked up to take to the reunion.

The day was full of cousins

and food

and stories

and some of my favorite people.

These combs belonged to my great-great-grandmother!

I loved watching multiple generations play and laugh and tell stories together.

The day ended with a family tradition - supper at Stoby's.  Even though we've been gone for more than twenty years, we saw three different people that we knew at this local hangout.  My heart was full!