Awhile back, and probably over a few glasses of wine, a few of my siblings decided how great it would be to get together every year for about a week. What an excellent idea. So, this was the first of what is to become an annual event for us. Being that I'm the only one that is still working, they all decided to come to Wonewoc, where Kirk and I were staying while I worked in the Dells. We all have campers and/or motor homes. Our week started July 15th and ended on the 22nd. Angela was only able to stay 3 days as she had some prior commitments. But, we'll take what we can get of her. It was a beautiful week filled with lots of playing, eating, drinking, and "serious " discussions. Chapparal Campground was a beautiful place for our get together. We fit a lot of things into our week. House on the Rock, farmers market, Amish Cabellas, cranberry marsh tour, cheese factory, buying Amish goods, and just being together. No golfing though, as Kirk was not able due to his broken arm. Kirk did manage to kick some butt in the bean bag toss though using his non dominant hand. One afternoon we drove to Ben and Nicki's for a private tour of the Marsh. It was an awesome tour. I'm so proud of my son and his wife. My siblings and I took dinner (Mexican theme) to the marsh and had a great visit with them, Kristy, and Isaac and Bella. We were even home before dark. Can't wait till next year!!!
This was our area for the week at Jim and Elenas site. Rudy and Bev were next to them and Angela was in a site across the road. All within walking distance. Good times and eating here.
Elena always made sure we had appropriate and beautiful table settings. Bev brought the wine for that special touch.
What's a get together without Bevs "homemade " potatoe salad ".
Our nightly meetings where we attempted to solve the worlds problems. 🍷🍹🍺
One can't come this far and not visit Carr Valley Cheese and get your pic taken on the cow 😜
This is one awesome bunch! Love my family. ❤️. (Bev, Angela, Elena, Reina, Rudy, Jim, and Kirk)
So, one night we (the guys) decided to grill a bacon covered meatloaf 😳
Looking for rocks on the sand hills during our cranberry marsh tour. You can see the beds in the background.
An osprey nest on the marsh
Can't recall the name of this machine, but I did climb it and it's used during harvest on the marsh.
Nothing better than family. Ben gave a great tour. He's so knowledge about his job and the whole process of the cranberry industry.
On our tour of House On The Rock
Bev has this bag game technique down
Jim and Elena beating everyone.
Elenas beautification project of her site. Puts my site to shame.
Angela's solo canoe trip on the pond.
Bacon wrapped bread cheese on the grill. Angela's appetizer contribution which was amazing.
