Thursday, April 1, 2010

And We're Back!

But we had so so so much fun!
The Beloved flew with The Baby
and my flight crew is pictured below -
Upon Arrival -
The Bowling/Arcade Experience:













My little parentals drove down to be part of the action -
Loooovvvve IT!











Such a serious bowler -too bad she got beat by almost everyone, including Gadashio.

Eating Mexican (YUM YUM):

In Illinois there are no, I repeat no good Mexican Restaurants. So The Beloved and I were so very excited to engorge ourselves.


Any of you delightful Mexican chefs out there should move this direction - we need you.... PLEASE!
At my sister-in-law's house:
The Beloved's two delightful sisters -
who feel more like my own.
We traveled to Utah for such a special event. The Beloved's youngest brother is leaving on his mission the end of April and we were able to attend his farewell and also accompany him to the temple.
I am not quite sure why he hasn't been translated yet... he's a remarkable young man and will be such an incredible missionary.
You'd think that with all of the celebration, and so many different photo taking opportunities, that I'd have some super beautiful pictures -
but this is what you're stuck with ladies and gentleman -
Head measurements! :)
The family thought they'd finally find out for themselves how truly big their heads are -
turns out... they're pretty comparable.
Doctors - get off our backs! :) We know the truth!





Then of course we had to measure the bellies.




All of these little grandchildren flock after their grandpa.
Maybe two year olds shouldn't sleep in the playroom.
These toys were put away before he went to bed. Hmmm...
Swimming with Papa and Buckabu:


Isn't she beautiful?!


Watch out for the Papa!
Little C and his cousin from the big CA-

Watch guard -

Afterward a trip to McDonalds:




Wheeler Farm:








Now, is this a wonder-mom or what?

Our travels went well - the boys did amazing on the plane.
Although next time we may opt to travel like this:






5 comments:

The Shepherds said...

Looks fun! Love the flower on the cleavage picture! :-)

Stacy said...

Looks like you guys had a great time. I am afraid I will not be able to give you my little one...buy I know where you can get yourself one that will be quite similar. Your parents are so cute and fun. You guys must be super cool for them to drive all the way from Boise hang out with you.

Jill Oyler said...

I had a great time sharing dinner with you and your family the other night - so adorable. I've been out to eat twice in a week and haven't bought my dinner yet. Isn't family wonderful! It looks like you had a great time and your parents and they are really good sports. I wouldn't be caught dead in a pool. We missed you at the temple today. I couldn't help myself so of course there were a few happy tears shed - big surprise. I'm just positive that my mother was there! It was great to see your parents again and Sydney and Nick and Kelly and Linsey and of course Hunter. It was a great day! Keep us laughing, it's what makes my day.

Rendi said...

Looks like a fun time for all! I just wanted to agree with you that Illinois doesn't have fantastic mexican, but if you head over to Elgin, you can find some good stuff. It's not that far of a drive and after you eat, you can head out on the river boat for some gambling!!!! HA! There was a good place on Rt 20 and Rt 59.

Cherie said...

Yes, I'm just flat out jealous when everyone gets together and I am reading your blog from afar. Yes, I'll have to be content with that for the time being. Looks like you had a great time. Miss you all...

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