The end of an era...

We all spent the day at the farm taking down the red barn. The barn has been in disrepair for as long as I can remember, but it had a sentimental history and stood as a memory for years. I have heard stories of playing in the hay mound from Danny's youth. Also, Grandpa had horses for many years, and Jenn and Joell have many fond stories to tell about the horses and horse tackle that was home in that barn. Since losing Grandpa, it has been even harder to let some of reminders of the family history go, but the barn had become unsafe. Jenn scheduled a date, and we all showed up to help and enjoy each other for the day.
I think we actually had a very fun, family day despite the reason we were brought together. The men had fun with the big machines (MORE POWER). I even had a go at the front end loader which was a total blast, and the kids ran around playing in the other buildings, taking rides on the Ranger, and picking up wooly worms. Jenn and Kathy planned a big family lunch, and we even took down a few dangerous trees and rehung a light on the utility pole before all was said and done.
We had a simple, family weekend...this is what life is about. Just enjoying each other and time together no matter what we are doing. I wish every day was a rewarding, but I guess that is what makes days like this even better...