The Borden Reunion

It seems difficult to get families together.  We plan the Borden Reunion for every 3 years.  We started months ago trying to find a day that fit into everyone's schedule.  Some came a few days before, some stayed a few days later.  But, we were all together for a few  hours.  
 On the 4th we had everyone meet at Laser Quest for a few games, (Bradley won)

                                  Bowling at Family Bowl.  Boys vs. Girls (ok, boys won!)

and then over to our house for grilled food, ice cream, roasted marshmallows and fireworks in the rain....

We met Justin's fiancé Amy-red shirt (they will be married next month Aug.10th in Raleigh, NC)

Jacob and Jaxson playing pacman.

Tara and Madison were quick to be buddies....

 Friday we headed out to Norris Lake and rented 2 pontoon boats and 2 jet skis + toys.  We were out on the water until 2pm.

We tied the boats together and had lunch and a swim.

while other brave souls went for a sweet, speedy ride

 We then changed, showered and gathered at the stake center for family photos (see previous blog entry)  We decided to take the photos ourselves instead of hiring a photographer. We had dinner and a serious round of volleyball.
                 

                                 Early the next morning, the guys went golfing

, a little later @8:30 the girls went to jazzercise (taught by Cherie, my sis-in-law)Bordens were most of the class.

            the kids and moms went to see Despicable Me 2 at the mall (while Dads were still golfing)

 We then met that evening for dinner, Minute to Win It games, movies, etc. 

Gene's team won....and look at that sweet prize.  (it's to be kept and handed to the next winner in 3 years)

That was the official end.  We rolled out of bed early for church and then had a few others over for dinner and more games Sunday afternoon......and suddenly, it's over.