Sunday before memorial day my sister, Jill, organized a group to celebrate at my parents house.

My dad has claimed that next year is the year we’ll finally be building a pool, so in preparation, my mom went out and bought this above the ground pool. (the last one she bought burst into the house!)

Jill’s boyfriend, Matt, and his two boys Matthew and Jacob, as well as Matt’s parents Tim & Mary, his brother Kevin and sister-in-law, Amy, and his sister Beth all joined us.

Also, joining in on the fun were our childhood friends, the Whitton’s. Ashley and her new addition, the adorable Tyce, and her BF Leo (who we learned will be getting married in the same place me and Michelle are headed to in a few weeks.) Her mom Susan, and brother Patrick, who we grew up with down the street. It was so awesome to see all of them there.

My grandma and her boyfriend, Dick made an appearance, as Dick told me a funny story about my “new employer” Halliburton, and the luggage that Earl Halliburton, Jr. created that would float to help you survive in a plane crash into the ocean. Who knew?!

And of course it would be a party at my parents’ house without Doris and Joe Hinton. Doris made homemade ice cream and, as always, Joe kept us in stitches all day.

Last minute additions included Jason, Tiff, and Shannon, who definitely livened up with party with their washing machine rendition in the tiny pool.

Amber and Brian also stopped by for some yummy margarita concoctions courtesy of Michelle: Miggyritas!

The spread of food was incredible. 4 different kinds of ribs burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, homemade ice cream, and a yummy dessert that my sister made with ice cream bars and butterfingers. YUM-O!

It was an awesome day with friends and family. Looking forward to many more when we get the REAL pool!

More pics from the day here.

I ended the day with a 2nd pool party at the home of Stef and Paul, with all my Dynamo peeps. Flip cup, Beer Pong, and i got to play DJ. :-)

Happy Memorial Day!