I was looking forward to the time with Tony's family, but I was also trying to mentally prepare for the chaos that might ensue as a result of having 12 kids and 10 adults under one roof. I was pleasantly surprised to find that having the whole clan together was not chaotic at all. The kids enjoyed each other, the snow, the dog, the babies and the adults did some of the same in addition to relaxing, watching movies, cooking fantastic meals, etc. Sure, there were times of high energy and high volume, but that was part of the fun.
Gavin was S-P-O-I-L-E-D. He soaked up the attention from his cousins and everyone else like a sponge. And it was such a blessing that his cousins were so willing to play and engage with him on his level.
This was the first time in 6 years that the whole family had gotten together. Hopefully we won't have that much time pass before the next reunion.
Studying cousin Ellie (his most faithful playmate and caregiver of the week).
Slide show time with Bapa.
Time to bundle up for Gavin's first snow adventure. It's quite a job to get a 16 month suited up.
Gavin is smiling here, but it took him a bit to warm up to the snow. He got used to it a bit but still wanted to be held or cuddled and never really got to exploring on his own.
Even sledding with mom was a little out of his comfort zone. I didn't quite expect our easy going guy to be so tentative. But I guess snow and cold are still a bit foreign.
Reading time with Aunt Tonia and cousin Cyrus.
Guy time with cousin Ethan.
Tony, Mimi, Bapa, Gavin and I took a walk down to the Mazama Country snow. The 30 minute walk put Gavin to sleep as we pulled him in the sled. It sure did help to walk on the edge of the groomed trails.
The Mazama house during one of the light snow storms.
The entire Toth Family. Beautiful family. Beautiful picture. Mimi's dream come true!
Mimi and Bapa with their grown kids.
Heading home from the Mazama Country Store. "The End." 
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