McIlwain Family Reunion

This past weekend we went to the McIlwain Family Reunion in Columbia, SC. It was the first one in about 10 years, so it was very interesting to see how our family has changed and grown in the past decade. This is my dad's dad's (my Poppi) side of the family. My Poppi and all of his brothers and sisters have passed away and the only one still living is my grandmother who is 85 years old!! There were a few that couldn't make it, but we had a great crowd and a lot of fun. The kids got to enjoy some crafts and paddle boat rides. Although some of the rides didn't make it very far!!

The McIlwain family has certainly grown and we now have many members in its 4th generation!!

The whole gang, minus Jarrod who is taking the picture!

My Mimi and the 2nd generation of McIlwains

The 4th generation of McIlwains (except Jamie who is really a 3rd gen)

My awesome Mimi, Dad and Sister

Me, Lauren, Susan, Beth and Jamie

The paddle boat that went nowhere!!

Aunt Beth and Jamie

My tired little buddy!