I moved to a new house when I was 13 and started at a new school the beginning of the 8th grade year. That year I met a wonderful girl who remains my dearest of friends. I have always referred to her by her first and last name, to avoid confusion to people who might think I'm talking about my sister, and to me and my whole family, she's always been Katie Madding. (Since her wedding many years ago, it has changed slightly to Katie Madding Buckingham, still referred to using her whole name). It's really incredible to think we've been friends for nearly 22 years. Dang. While many miles separate us, our lives are very closely parallel. Our kids our nearly the same ages, and we always make every effort to get together when we are within few hours of one another. I don't have many pictures from their trip up to my parents' in June, but I was able to snap a cute few. What a sweet bunch a kids! It's always great to get to catch up with Katie Madding Buckingham!
It was pretty tough trying to get two easily distracted 8 month olds to cooperate for a picture, especially when there are yummy leaves all around.
A sweaty picnic lunch outside.
John (6), Emma and Lilah
Ellie (3) and Eve (5)
Jonas Henry and Jake (one week apart!)
Blurry, but you get the idea. So many kids!!
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