Pearls of Life

Wikipedia: "the word pearl became a metaphor for something very rare, very fine, very admirable and very valuable." The worth of a pearl is measured by where they are cultivated as well as the light that reflects from their luster.

I have always loved pearls. For my 20th birthday I received a pearl ring from my parents, and still have it to this day. Other pearls in my life are family members; each unique, and cultured over a period of time, their lights all shining individually and collectively. Another type of pearl for me are occasions where wonderful, meaningful family gatherings occur. We had one recently, which I wrote about previously, but now I have the pictures to share! So... enjoy each of my pearls!

Lucas Patrick Dell on his blessing day.
Such a sweet picture of such a sweet boy... and a wonderful blessing his daddy gave him.
He wore the same blessing outfit that Craig and Sam wore.

Craig, Angie and Lucas after blessing.

(we forgot to take pictures while Angie was still dressed up!)

A happy and somber occasion. Three generations: Pat, Craig and Luke.

Mother's Day: I was given a pearl necklace from the family.
(I had hoped to get a picture of all of us women in the family
together that day but things were just too hectic.)

Amy with James; her first mother's day! :)

Lucas Patrick Dell and James Patrick Westmoreland = cousins!

Rylee LOVES baby James! :)

Rachel and Rylee.
We would have gotten a picture of Sadie,
but she would not stop long enough for one!

James discovering his new jeep at Toys R Us. Fun!!!

Brad's birthday lunch at Red Robin.

Rachel celebrating Brad's birthday.
We, unfortunately, forgot our camera for Angie's birthday lunch and dinner!
The Indian food was amazing!

Those are all the pearls I have to share for now. We did not get pictures of everyone - they were probably running around taking care of kids! I know that I always say how much I love my family and how important they are to me, but it is true. That is why they are my pearls - each and every one of them!