Van Gundy Family Reunion

This is Derek's Mom's side of the family.

The Van Gundy Family:

While we were in Iowa for Independence Day there was a Van Gundy family reunion.

This is Grandpa Gordie (3rd from the left) and all his living siblings.

There were twelve altogether.

And here is Grandpa Gordie & Grandma Jan with their kids, grandkids, 

and great grandkids that were at the reunion.

Debbie, Dale and kids and grandkids:

And my little family...  a little bit rained on.

We also got this shot of the four youngest.  Zella, Laney, Miles & Cooper.

The reunion was at the Lake Panorama beach.

So we had a sand volleyball tournament.

Our team lost and was out the first round.

But we later found out it was because of our side of the court's disadvantage.  :)

The kiddos got some Grandma time while parents played volleyball.

And in between games they had their turn.

Cooper did some swimming too.

He had a lot of fun splashing around in the waves.

...while Miles had a little nap.

Then woke up and played with Laney.

We also ate food...

And sat around chatting:

More playing with babies:

And playing on the playground:

I had the camera in my hands most of the day so I 

was thankful for everyone who helped out with my boys.

Aunt Amy & Miles:

They always love Uncle time!

We also had a family game of "Minute to Win It"!

There were some fun and clever games:

Some people tried out the games for themselves after the game was over:

And some people found other things to entertain themselves:

It was a great day spent with LOTS of family...