In good times and bad

Yesterday's family gathering was bitter-sweet. My grandmother is very sick, and so my dad was preparing to leave the next morning to be with her. My aunt/uncle/cousin came over...

...as did my cousins Budo and Yasko. We played cards and just tried to cheer each other up.

It is difficult to live so far away from the rest of our extended family, but I think that's exactly the reason we are so close and tight-knit. I am glad that my dad is going to be with his mom during a very difficult time. Love you, dad! Have a safe trip.