Family Time!!

My goal for July was to maximize family time. Well, aim, shoot, and score! Actually make that double score because I also met Korey's family in Hutchinson, MN. Hutch is where my dad was born, but do not worry... we have checked, we are not cousins! :) So vacation started as a guest at Korey's Hutch house on Lake Marion for 4 days. It was a complete blast and a joy to meet the family.
First up, niece Emily's summer play Aladdin. After the performance we went to lunch and then hung out at Korey's sister and brother-in laws house. There I learned that not only do Korey's niece and nephew share my name and my bro Nick-- but ALSO our middle names!!! Nicholas Dean and Emily Anne. Seriously?!! Gave me the shivers!

Korey's Grandma's flowers. She is a remarkable woman... who also catches skunks :)

It was SO HOT that the camera lens kept fogging up-- but Nick and Korey managed to get a couple great games in

Dad and Son in law take care of the catfish! It was delish!

Korey's mother - a great hostess and cook-- Watermelon/Avocado/shrimp salad- surprisingly great!

After the bball games

And then I learned Spades :)

 On my last day at the house Korey and I made dinner. His sister snapped some photos as our cooking progressed lol.

Me trying to read those recipes!

good thing he loves me :)