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Earlier this month a trienniel family reunion brought together approximately 42 odd members of the davis clan. There were cousins and their children, grandchildren and spouses. We met in KC across the state line from our ancestral Kansas. Of course, what's a family reunion without a little salsa dancing - that influenced the soundtrack a bit. Kudos to cousin Rachel for arranging everything that allowed us to be together again.

Fourth of July at Ocean Grove

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If June was the month of Pride, July is the month of family. Large and small Davis - Chavarria gatherings are happening from Vancouver, British Columbia, to Saltillo, Coahuila. Next up Kansas City this weekend. Last weekend, on the Fourth of July, my parents came out for a lovely holiday in Ocean Grove, what the Methodists of the Camp Meeting Association refer to as 'God's Square Mile at the Jersey Shore.' Barbara and Neal were our gracious hosts and we enjoyed walks on the boardwalk, a small town parade, an organ concert and fireworks on the beach. It was amusing to see Dad heckling the Republicans at the Parade - now that's change you can believe in. Yes, we can. God, country, mom, apple pie and lots of ice cream. What more could you ask for?