Cousins

My mom is one of six siblings, a large family that's produced 12 grandkids and three great grandkids (my children). We are all spread throughout the country so we aren't able to see each other as often as we'd like, but when we do come together, it's always a joyful time filled with laughter, storytelling and memories of the people we've lost over the years.

This weekend, we all came into Phoenix to celebrate the marriage of one of the youngest of my 11 cousins. Reconnecting with my family at these times is always one of the highlights of my year, and this trip was no different. Here, the brother of the bride (middle) and the pastor officiating the wedding (right) joined me for a selfie during the rehearsal dinner. The bride was occupied; otherwise she would have been pictured here too.

Great family, great weekend and more great memories.