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.
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[/caption]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.
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[/caption]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}.
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[/caption]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).
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[/caption]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.
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[/caption]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.
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[/caption]Katelynn dreams of becoming a paramedic. She brings balance to our family with her witty sense of humor and kind heart.
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[/caption]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.
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[/caption]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.
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[/caption]Kaden is the miracle baby. As you can see, he has grown to be a handsome little boy. He is adventurous, smart, and loving.
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[/caption]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.
