Family Braai

Marcus and I are incredibly blessed to have amazing family in the Philippines, the US/Canada, the UK, and of course in South Africa. The best part about being on holiday in Cape Town right now is getting to spend time with Marcus’ mom, Angela, step-dad, Brian, sibs Sharon and her husband Bryan, and Andy and his wife Kristen, and our nieces Meghan and Lara, and nephew Angus.

Yesterday we had a family braai (braai is the Afrikaans word for barbecue or grill, and is South Africa’s favorite social pastime) at Andy and Kristen’s gorgeous home on the beach in Kommetjie. It was so wonderful to hang out and spend time with our family. Luke had already met his granny and grandpa in Palawan last year but this was his first time meeting his uncles, aunts and cousins. We all had a fantastic time, plus a ridiculously delicious dinner. So thankful for our wonderful family! :)

The glorious view from Andy and Kristen's porch

Hanging out

Luke with his cousins Angus and Meghan

Andy manning the braai

Marcus with his mom, Angela

Luke loved meeting all his South African family but Meggy was his clear favorite

Sibling love -- Andy and Sharon

 The whole family minus my niece Lara who unfortunately couldn't 

join us because of a dance performance

Gorgeous light as the sun was setting

Marcus playing cricket with Angus. Look at that form!

Kristen, Meghan, Andy and Angus

Sharon and Bryan

My beautiful sisters- and mother- in law, Kristen, Angela and Sharon

 

Luke being fed by Uncle Andy

Amazing spread, courtesy of Kristen and Andy