We Are Family

OK, the Adam we know and love is not missing, just M.I.A. relative to the recent family parties. I think I speak for all of us when I say that we'd like to see him around more often. He doesn't realize that he adds a little something to every party...and he is always missed. :)

Here are some of the roles we as a family play and the elements we bring to each party.

The "We Are Family" List
Al A. - Provides the sports element (even when it's not appropriate but the kids love it.) Also occasionally throws in the unnecessary Laura gropes/winks that no one wants to see.
Laura - Provides the curly pony tail and the killer disco dance moves that begin with her elbows and end with the big hand claps. I also must mention the pasta salad. (It's only Italian dressing people!) lol
Alexis - I like to think I provide some of the humor, pointing out every one's debacles.
Adam - Lee Lee's sports man. He's the football/softball/video game king who requires $250,000 for an appearance.
Jan - Provides the jello (graham crusted or not) and the tortellini pasta salad. Yum. She's also great for a line dance and a funny story about the ChiPubLib.
Sharla - Provides the glamour. Always the bell of the ball in the highest of heels. Also makes great potato salad.
Mikey - The new provider of a killer party house. Although, we couldn't figure out where to put the tv. I've been thinking about it all weekend!
Barb - Is the queen of the Cha Cha Slide, Eli's cheesecakes and funky shoes that Jan secretly wants to steal.
Marty - Is the world traveler and the innovative dresser. His unique tees, colorful kicks and metro glasses always have us wondering what's so awesome about him. It's something, we just can't quite put our finger on it.
Sandra - Diva of crab dip. She's also great on the dance floor, with or without Chico.
Sam - Provides the house/yard/city block with killer beats. Uh oh, work it...and the beat goes on.
Jaime - Makes every woman in the family feel "special."
Zack - Gives everyone hope that the CTA is still alive and well. (He's usually has cool shirts and shoes too).
Ruthy - Makes Alexis feel like she has to go on a diet.
Andrew, Jacob, Sophia, Mateo & Ariel - These 5 are great for a laugh and give great hugs.
Grandpa Paul - The patriarch of the family who adds the "Oooh is this hot/good/sweet." Tells great stories about his clubbing and knows how to shake his groove thang.

Those are my initial thoughts when assessing our roles. Feel free to add any new ones or to comment on mine!

Love you all.