Seattle

We had a lovely weekend in Seattle celebrating 3 graduations, along with Father's Day.  The first party was for Kate, she just graduated high school.  The family had a nice open house party for her. Here's the girls playing in the sport court, along with Strohm and cousin Gavin. 

 John was in charge of photos for a moment, so here is the meat : )

 We were thrilled to see Meaghan!  She was up from California to join in the festivities. 
 Her and Norah became fast friends, despite this being their first time meeting. 

 Grandma Bonnie & Ava hit it off again too of course.  Last time Ava fell asleep in her lap, it was the sweetest thing.

 Oh the hat, just when you think Norah couldn't be cuter...

 Seriously.

 Norah was going around introducing herself to people, "Hi! My name is Norah, I'm 3, I can't have gum." hahaha

 Me & my loves.

 Auntie Cee
 More hats, aaaah.
 Norah stole Kole's heart.  They were pretty cute together. 
 She put on his glasses and said "Now I look smart, like a teenager." 
 Big shoes to fill.

 Dance party!!
 Boat time!
 This is the face you get when the boat won't start...lol
 No worries, it eventually did.

 Happy little driver.


 The graduate, Miss Kate and her mommy.
 Ava
 Kole
 Ava decided to give surfing a try with Karli
 It didn't go so well, she was done pretty quickly, next time! 
 Karli (She just graduated too!)

 She loves her daddy.

 Next party was Brianna's graduation, it's also a bit of a house warming since these two just became home owners! Their place is so cute!
 More daddy love, Father's day and everyday.
 Funny outtakes. 
 Cousins with the grandparents. 
 The main Gamble bunch. 
 Sweet sisters, Meaghan & Brianna
 We didn't get to spend any real time with Bob & Barby, we really must get to Spokane soon!! 
Anne & Strohm, so cute! 
 Only missing a few here!  
What a lovely time!  We are so very grateful for the blessing of having a truly great extended family and the chance to spend quality time together!  Love it!

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