FIBArk

This year was a very special FIBArk for our family. It was Justin's first time meeting his sister, Tracey. What? Yep, that's right. When Justin was 18, he found out he had an older sister, who was placed for adoption at birth, but no one knew how to find her. About two weeks before FIBArk, Tracey contacted Jean, it was her baby girl (her adopted parents had changed her name at birth).

Needless to say, it's been an emotional reunion. Everyone was so excited to meet Tracey!!


Everyone told Justin and his brother, Brennon , that Tracey wasn't coming until next month. Justin unexpectly showed up at Jean's house a little while before Tracey arrived and was surprised. Later, we surprised Brennon (above).

Justin, Tracey, Jean, Brennon. The first picture with Jean and her 3 kids.


Tracey & her husband, Ray. Ray and Billy's first hug.

Tracey is an aunt! Something she thought she'd never have being that she was an only child.

Justin, Tracey & Brennon

The parade is always the highlight of FIBArk! Tracey, Ray & Jean watching the parade and catching up.
Me and my new Sister-In-Law!!
Yvonne & Lizzy
Justin & I

The kids loved the parade!!
They were so excited to see the train!!

Brennon & Jennie
Dani enjoying the parade from her stroller.

The Love's Bridal Float. Love's Bridal recently re-opened in Salida.
Dani didn't know what to think of the clown!
Gotta love the Shriners!! They make up a good portion of the parade every year! They are very entertaining and they are such a good cause!

Lizzy & Brock

Brady & Brian

Ray & Tracey
"Dude Looks Like a Lady!" I'm not sure of what they were supposed to be, but very interesting!!

Billy's made a new friend!

Never fall asleep at Jean & Micks, someone's likely to mess with you! Kaylee gave her dad a princess headband, Jean added some blush and some new eyebrows. Everyone got a good laugh, poor Brennon!

Jean & Tracey

Ray, Tracey & Justin
Tracey & Brennon