32 Nieces and Nephews + 13 Aunts and Uncles + 3 Grandparents = 1 HUGE Family Reunion

The girls and I were lucky enough to be able to go celebrate some of the 4^th of July week with almost all of our family, with the exception of one brother-in-law who couldn’t make it, and Jason only made it for one day. We had so much fun doing so much while together. We played paintball, went on a hike, had family photos taken, had a talent show, set off fireworks, and so much more.

Everyone camped out..

...it is a good thing the Smith family has a lot of land.

DAY 1

The Paintball Arena My Brother-In-Law Made

This was my first time playing paintball!
(I am in the grey sweatshirt.)

The girls LOVED playing with their cousins on the trampoline!

Libby loved playing with her younger cousin.

I got to snuggle this cute dude, and hang out with this sweet girlie.

We got to watch this cool kid play baseball!

I was thankful for the girls coloring/gift bags I packed!

I got to share a bed with this cute little lady.

Madison was sacked after such a busy day.

DAY 2

I love that these boys decided to bring light sabers.

I think he is getting pumped for the hike.

My brother was kind enough to help with Madison.

Liberty staying hydrated!

Madison and I hiking up to the hidden falls. 

Both of my brothers helping with my girls.

So many beautiful cacti! Sadly for Buba who fell in some. :-(

What does that rock in the distance look like to you? :-)

Madison surprised me with her interest in the water.

She was so uncharacteristically brave in the water with her Aunt!

The girls loved their sack lunch.

After the hike we relaxed for a while.

Then everyone went to the pool!

This is one of the best kiddie pools I have ever been to. 

The adults realized it was heated. :-D

Day 3- Independence Day

Daddy arrived!!!! YAY!!!!!!

Awe before photo shoot selfie with my sister and mom.

The rest of the day was pretty relaxing.

Libby and Grandma Smith playing with the little kid toys.

My dad is a pretty fun Grandpa!!!!

Apparently this is how Madison takes naps while traveling.

Liberty was only laying down for 2 second and fast asleep.

We were getting ready for the talent show!

We have a very talented family!!!!

Happy Independence Day!!!!

So much fun with sparklers!

Day 4- Going Home

The girls played with their cousins then we headed home in time for nap.

It is amazing how being with siblings can remind me of my life growing up, and it shocked me to see nieces and nephews who are growing up too fast! It was hard to take care of two little ones away from home. However, I can’t complain too much, since I could have driven home every night. It was still kind of fun to sleep somewhere else for a change. I hope everyone was able to celebrate our Independence Day in a way that reminded us of what it means to have freedom.