Family

I am completely blessed by an amazing family. There are times that I take forgranted that not everyone has what I have.

My family has always been small and therefore we've always been close. My grandparents only had 2 children, my mom and her brother John. They've always been close and so have all of us kids. Growing up me and Casey always enjoyed our time with our cousins Abby and Grant. Abby and I are 8 months apart in age and Grant and Casey are only 2 1/2 months apart.  This led to some of the funniest memories I have and naturally some fights!

In 1996 we quite the surprise...a new cousin! Caroline was the surprise addition to our family. We all joke that she immediately became the favorite. She has the most pictures up at Mamaw and Papaw's house and (seemingly) got the most presents at Christmas. :-) She is funny, smart, and beyond talented. I think she's better at everything than the older four of us....combined! I'm loving living near her!

My aunt and uncle are seriously two of my favorite people. When I mentioned that I wanted to move to Chicago they were beyond supportive. Since I've gotten here they have opened their home to me, checked in on me, and helped make me feel at home. Having them near has helped me not be so homesick and nervous.

Aunt Gwen has one of the best laughs, and I love sitting with her and my sister and listening to her laugh. Casey can make anyone laugh, but I love hearing her make Aunt Gwen laugh! My Uncle John is one of the most intelligent people I know and so much fun to be around. He is a great listener and gives fantastic advice. I'm so thankful for them!

Abby and Grant have both married two amazing people, and they fit right in with our family. Caleb and Abby have an adorable little girl who turns 1 tomorrow. Tatum is so smiley! Everytime I see new pictures of her, I just want to pinch her little cheeks! From what I hear she has developed quite the personality! I wish I lived closer to them and could see them more often. Caleb is the perfect fit for Abby, and I'm so thankful he's a part of our crazy family!

Grant married Olivia, a girl that I grew up with. I have always thought of her as family and now she is! They have a precious son, Clive who is seven months old. He is adorable! He has chunky cheeks and wide alert eyes! I love them all so much and I miss living near them in Nashville. As you can see, they have a fantastic sense of humor, and Clive gets to play dress-up for Mommy quite often!

 



Finally, there are my wonderful grandparents. They have been married for 56 years and are more in love than ever. They are the greatest example of what marriage should be and I'm so thankful for them. They have finally sold the house they've lived in their whole married lives and are getting ready to move to Nashville. I'm so excited for them and for this next chapter in their lives.