Family Dinner in Andy and Amanda's Amazing Backyard

It was questionable for a while if the weather was going to cooperate with the family dinner we had planned when Mark and Michelle's family were in town.

Thankfully it cleared up right before the party and we were able to have a successful dinner.

I was missing Glen. He has been working every week in Minnesota since the third week of May. Sounds like that will continue to be his schedule for many more months to come.

Caroline and Rachel were doting on Madison.

Caleb and Spencer were best buddies all evening.

Andy and Amanda not only grilled chicken for us, but they made homemade ice cream for dessert. One of the ice cream makers was not motorized, so various family members took turns cranking the handle.

When Preston was at the crank, I challenged him to crank it so fast that his hand wouldn't show up in the picture.

Such a fun swing set!

Nani even had to give it a try; thereby proving why she is such a beloved aunt to her nieces and nephews.

The chicken coop was a popular hang out for the children.

Time for birthday singing and candle blowing out...

 ...for Brooke,

 ...for Caroline,

 ...for Caleb,

 ...for Samantha,

 ...and for Kenna. I hope I remembered all the birthday people who were there.

It was a super nice evening. Much thanks go out to Andy, Amanda and their family for hosting!!