Valencia Visits

We visited Steve's dad and his step mom. I am excited we got our first picture without the kids screaming. We are so lucky to have such understanding grandparents who put up with crying, mommy separation anxiety, and mid-visit naps. xoxo

My wonderful Aunt Cindy drove almost four hours in the rain to come see us and have lunch. She was able to meet Elijah for the first time! It was so good to catch up; we miss our extended family very much. Thanksgiving - 2013?

I enjoyed going out with my cousin Kim to our childhood destination - Granary Square. Although, we did not make "mischief" this time; we enjoyed time without the kids. We walked, talked, and laughed until tears ran down our cheeks. I love my dear friend and cousin and always appreciate her easy laugh and transparency. I am thankful that we can laugh at ourselves as moms and not take ourselves too seriously.

We finished our trip with a visit to Steve's twin sister Becky's new home. It was so exciting to see her and her kids first house! It was gorgeous!! The kids did great this year and enjoyed playing hide and go seek (adults and all!). We all got a good laugh when Alora hid under the dog's bed and no one could find her except the dog! They loved playing Wii bowling with their cousins, eating an enormous spread of delicious food set out by their Aunt Becky, chasing the dog, and coloring in the new coloring books grandma got them. It was great to see their cousins (who are growing up so fast!! - Kayla is taller than me now.)