Happy Birthday, Uncle Larry

Joe and I spent our 17th wedding anniversary with our kids and Uncle Larry, celebrating Larry's birthday with him.

Uncle Larry lives in a group home not so far from us, and Joe and I are his guardians.

There was something pretty special about sharing our special day with one very special guy.  :)

Elizabeth with Uncle Larry

The Leones (minus photographer Joe) with Uncle Larry

More Easter Fun

Marguerite Jane, all ready for Easter dinner.

The kids with my Uncle Larry.

Andrew and his buddy, Uncle Larry.

Joe sports Marguerite's bunny ears at dinner. They made the rounds.

Joe puts the finishing touches on his Easter lamb roast, straight out of the oven.

The kids fly kites after Easter dinner.

Back inside for dessert,  Joe poses with Uncle Larry and his helper, Ryan.
My Uncle Larry lives in a group home with two other residents who have developmental or physical disabilities.
Ryan is one of the aides who has lived with Uncle Larry and helped him with his daily tasks.
Joe and I are Uncle Larry's guardians, and we've been so impressed with Ryan and the other helpers who give Uncle Larry and full and comfortable life.

Our backyard on Easter Evening. It was a beautiful holiday.

The Best of Thanksgiving Guests

We were joined this Thanksgiving by favorite guests.

Uncle Larry enjoyed eating. And eating some more. Here he gets a few turkey leftovers as Elizabeth cleans the kitchen.

 

And John, Claudia, and Jen Daniel entertained us with their wonderful company, as they always do. It's begun to feel like it just wouldn't be a real holiday without the Daniels' presence.