Gigi & Papa’s Visit

Gigi and Papa snuck up for a little visit this past weekend!

We had so much fun as we packed some good ‘just being together’ time in around our neck of the wood.

We enjoyed a quick trip to the ‘Cabin Home’ where we woke up to chilly September-like weather…

While we waited for the sun to warm things up, B enjoyed playing with some puzzles that Gigi surprised him with…

And Little A enjoyed being ‘Super A’…

Once the sun came out, we enjoyed some good playing time outside. C & B ventured out to the raft where they jumped together. B used his ‘strong muscles’ to push C into the water a few times…C was gracious as the water has gotten a little chilly with the September-like lows.

Little A watched the antics from the dock as she sat with both Gigi and Papa…

Later, we enjoyed a cruise around the lake…B was our captain!

Little A was on the move as we rode…pretty typical for this little nugget!

After a traditional cabin lunch, the kiddos headed down for naps and my dad took the four of us on the boat to tow C…

Oh, how I wish I had the courage, stamina and persistence to try surfing, it looks like so much fun!

While we were our, we gave my brother a ride!

After a good long day of playing, Little A enjoyed a bath from her two grandmas!  She’s so wiggly and squirmy that it takes two to get this nugget bathed, these two kindly obliged .

The next day we enjoyed church and one of the best breakfasts around town…seriously…SO GOOD!!!

Then we headed home for some good old fashioned backyard fun!

It was great to watch B welcome Gigi and Papa into his little backyard world…

And I’ll admit, so honest to take a break, sit down and really soak our little guy’s play in!

Little A enjoyed showing Gigi her favorite backyard toy…

As the bottom half of the chalk board got covered in chalk!

Having dinner outside seemed like the perfect bookend to the day…

As did skyping with Auntie B, Grandpa J…

And a backyard campfire!!!!

The next day, we enjoyed moving to the front yard to play.

B gassed up the cozy coupes…

And the play was underway!

Oh, how I love these two nuggets!

And before Papa headed home, a quick round of golf…

Gigi was able to extend her trip a touch longer…this was a treat as it provided one more day of sweet time to play the piano and sneak more play time  in!

Gigi brought some music with her, it was fun to watch B recognize some of the songs from church as she played them.

Little A took to ‘reading’ as Gigi and B played.

Before taking Gigi to the airport, we enjoyed lunch in one of our favorite spots…

 

And of course found a playground to get these nuggets good and tired!

This was one of Gigi and Papa’s best trips to our neck of the wood yet! It was great to have simple at home playtime at the top of our agenda.

Gigi and Papa, thank you for making the trip and for meeting us where we are at up here in our neck of the wood. We are looking forward to more good old fashioned play time in just a few short weeks!

Be blessed.

Uncle J & Aunt K’s Wedding

We have been looking forward to celebrating Uncle J & Aunt K’s wedding for a LONG time!!!!

God was so gracious to provide a beautiful wedding weekend for J & K to enjoy surrounded by family and friends.

The day before the wedding we headed down to the Farmer’s Market to pick up the flower order for the rehearsal dinner.

The flowers were so ‘happy’ looking…perfect for what we all were celebrating.

When we arrived at the rehearsal dinner, Little A started walking with her hands behind her back…she’s been doing it ever since, I have no idea why or what precipitated it, but it is adorable!

Little A enjoyed dinner from the comfort of her high chair…

While these two enjoyed the silliness that being 3 & 4 holds!

K & J shared some sweet stories about friends and family as they thanked everyone for celebrating with them.

The next day, these two were all smiles as we rehearsed one last time!

Then it was off to get ready for the ceremony.

B was lucky enough to hang out with C and the other groomsman.

This was the first time I’d ever seen our little man in a suit with a tie…oh, how I would have liked to see C tie this miniature tie around B’s neck…he looked so grown up!

Little A hung out with the girls as we got ready…

The photographer snapped photos before the ceremony. B was less than impressed with this part of the day…I’ll admit, that a Pezzdispenser was brought out on occasion as a little incentive to smile…

Gram cam to the rescue on many occasions as B’s shirt didn’t want to stay tucked in.

Uncle J’s smile went from ear to ear…what an honor to watch!

I wish I had more photos of the BEAUTIFUL bride and groom…they were so gracious to include us in their special day!

After photos, we headed upstairs to wait for the ceremony to begin. A snapped this photo of the three ‘sisters’ just before the ceremony began…

All while B ‘practiced’ his walking with C and the other guys outside…

Suffice it to say, I think he liked his ‘Wedding Clothes’!

The ceremony was beautiful! I’ll be honest, I cried through most of it…happy tears of course! J & K’s pastor spoke such encouragement and truth. It was such a honor to stand up with these two special people and to look at the congregation and see how loved they each and our respective families are.

After the ceremony, we snapped a quick family photo…

Before welcoming in the bride and groom!

Little A enjoyed dinner, but seemed more content to hang out with her Grandpa…

While B toasted and ‘cheered’ the happy couple with his milk!

God couldn’t have provided a more beautiful day…the sun was shinning, the temperature perfect and the chance to celebrate such a special day surround by family and friends was a gift.

J & K, thank you for including us in such a special moment in your lives…we are so glad to finally call you all Mr. & Mrs!

Be blessed.