Shannon’s aunt Debbie and uncle Peter (and their offspring Kyle and Garrett) are an exceptional group of people. They are quick to laugh and tremendously kind. When I first met them while dating Shannon I felt instantly at ease, falling into the familiar banter usually reserved for long time friends and family. They remind me very strongly of my own family – perhaps it’s the fact that both of my parents also grew up on the east coast, so they have similar upbringings.

There are two things that I know will be in abundance when visiting their house: belly aching laughs and really tasty food. This past visit did not disappoint.

One of the highlights was rummaging through old photos that Debbie had. We found a picture of Kyle when he was very young being disciplined by standing in a corner. He’s got his back to the camera and his little hand is on his hip, showing a little bit of an attitude. It is hysterical! This post’s picture shows the ladies and Garrett going through an old box of pictures and just laughing, laughing, laughing…