When we purchased our home, we intentionally upsized so that we can host visiting families. Living in a loft never really permitted us to have family to spend the night with us. When Aunt Sonie asked me if Aunt Sharon (Ed's aunt from Wilmington) can also stay with us, I got so excited. I envisioned holidays at our home full of family, and hopefully memories that my kids will always treasure forever. The visit ended up being a surprise treat for Gigi. Ed's dad, Randy happened to be in town as well. Sharon's visit was a surprise as well for Randy.
Gigi and Sonie arrived at our house earlier. The secret was becoming harder and harder to keep as we all plan dinner for that night. Our doorbell rang, and I kindly asked Gigi to open the door for me. Her reaction was precious when she saw Sharon and Louie at the door. I wish I would have captured the whole thing in camera. Lots of tears of joy and hugs all around. Randy and Pat shortly came after, and was pleasantly surprised to see everybody. With all of the family living at different states, I wanted to make sure that we captured a good group picture of our rowdy bunch :)
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So special and fun. We've had major grief with Brad's family in 2013. I thought it was all resolved until on christmas day my SIL suggested they got out and take pictures. Her, my BIL and their kids took pictures with my in-laws and never even thought to include us.
Brad stood out there and snapped every picture while Shelby, my parents and I stayed inside.
Hurt my feelings so bad.
I'm so glad you have a great relationship with Ed's family. Happy New Year and enjoy that new home!
Dee. I am so sorry. It's sad that our own family can sometimes hurt us most. I typically take things a day at a time with family. Emotions runs high when we are all together and when I expect something it is disappointing when it doesn't happen...so I live at the moment expectation free and grab on to being thankful that we are together. I pray 2014 is a good year for y'all and that y'all find peace and happiness with brad's side.
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