The tradition began six years ago when Maddy was sick. Our friends Dave and Nancy offered to entertain the kids so we could rekindle our relationship. We went to Traverse City for a snowshoe and wine tasting get-away. It was just what we needed. The next year, with Maddy in remission and our relationship kindled, we decided to ask our older children to join us.
Over the years our group has grown to include fiancées, spouses, friends, and a few ‘babies on board’. While we don’t always snowshoe or wine taste, we do always manage to have a good time. This past weekend was no exception!
The best part of this tradition is that our children look forward to it each year. Here they are with careers, families, and lives of their own but they still like to get together with the ‘rents”. It is a special time with our older children and one that I hope continues for many, many years to come. As soon as Maddy and Andy graduate they become eligible to join us – it will be a full all family affair.
Assignment: Family Time
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