Memorable MondayBenson Reunion

After spending some time in Benson this past weekend, I was reminded of one or our Wall Family Reunions that we had in Benson years ago.

Wall Family 2005

We had our 2005 Wall Family Reunion in Benson.  The Barneys planned to bless Briley over the Fourth of July weekend, so we decided to have our reunion to celebrate that time with the Barneys.

Debbie was the host of this family reunion and we all stayed at her house.  We set up tents in the back yard  and used some of  her other rooms.  They had a huge bouncy water slide that was a great hit, especially for Rachel and I.  There were quads to ride and well as a sand rail.  Jim took me for a crazy ride on the sand rail, while the kids decorated the tent for my birthday.  It was sweet to see the birthday wishes from everyone in the family.  We had a family dinners in their front yard and enjoyed hanging out with the family.  

We found a great  location to watch the Fourth of July parade.  We set up a canopy to provide us the shade since it was going to be a hot morning.  The kids had such a great time watching the parade and collecting as much candy as they could.  It was great to see that the old-fashioned tractors and fire trucks.  It was a great parade and we cheered really loud when we saw the Barneys in the parade.  

Debbie had arranged for our family to get family pictures while we were down in Benson.   It's been a long time since we've had a family picture taken.   I love family pictures and so thrilled that she made it happen.   Thanks Debbie!!

Wall Family - Mom, Dad, Tami, Lisa, Jeff, Debbie, Steven

Pace Family 2005
Josh - 8, Danni - 7, Angela - 5, Emily - 9 months

The kids have a great time playing with their cousins before, during, and after the family photos.   I had a great time taking photos while we were waiting for our turn.     

We had such a great time and the reunion was a big success.  It was great that Jeff, Steve, Rachel, and Ethan took the time to come all the way down to Benson for the reunion.