As I’m sure you have all noticed, I write birthday letters to each of my siblings. I do this to help keep the connection between and them alive. After the last birthday letter, Kelly asked for more information about my family. Kelly, consider this your answer.
I have 9 siblings, 5 sisters and 4 brothers. I am the second child. Yes, we all came from the same mother and father. To satisfy any curiosity you might have, here’s what my family looks like.
These are the leaders of our clan–Steve and Kim. My dad is busy with work and my mom is busy keeping track of all their children.
Ashley is a buyer for HerTern, a boutique based out of Alaska. She is gorgeous, successful, and everything I could have hoped for in an older sister. She explores her photography and baking talents at her blog–Just {Ash}.
I have referred to Autumn a few times for the ultimate sacrifice she made a couple years ago. She is now happily married to Raul and completely smitten with her son, Brody (who has Down’s Syndrome).
Austin will be leaving to serve a 2-year mission to Peru in a couple of weeks. He practically saved my sanity while I was pregnant with Andrew. I will greatly miss him.
Aaron is busy breaking girls’ hearts. He is an incredible athlete who has had to leave sports due to injuries. He is a big goof ball.
Katelynn dreams of becoming a paramedic. She brings balance to our family with her witty sense of humor and kind heart.
Alden is a strong boy. His battle with Asperger syndrome often leaves him feeling confused and out of control. His heart, though, remains untouched. He is extremely compassionate–often the only sibling that can comfort a crying niece or nephew.
Abby is a happy, sweet, angelic little girl. She enjoys snuggling and playing with her little friends. She has a special place in Ben’s heart.
Kaden is the miracle baby. As you can see, he has grown to be a handsome little boy. He is adventurous, smart, and loving.
Alivia was also a premature arrival, slipping into our family when we least expected it. Yet, she has made a name for herself as Queen Alivia. She is completely a Daddy’s girl.
There you have it–my family. If you have any questions you’d like to ask about my siblings, my parents, or growing up in a large family, ask away. I will do my best to provide well thought out answers.