Cousin Fun

Last week my sister and her kids came down for an entire week! We were thrilled to have this much time with them.  They came Sunday evening and left on Friday.  I was so excited about the visit that I made an itinerary for the kids (and for me so I wouldn't forget my own plans) so they would know what to expect all week.  Each day we knew what we were having for breakfast and dinner and what activity we would enjoy that day! The kids loved it and referred back to it often during the week.  It was kind of a little puzzle too because they were trying to determine the meaning behind all the pictures.

Monday was spent chilling at the house since we had spent so much time in the car the day before.  We had a little water playtime outside to which Audrey thoroughly enjoyed. I started dragging the slide over to the pool and she was elated. She went down that thing about 10 times in 30 seconds and exclaimed, "We are having so much fun!"  Need I remind you that she was by herself during this time! ha!

 

Tuesday was zoo day. Unfortunately it was slated to be 97 degrees on this day so we got an early start.  We packed snacks, loaded up a wagon and double stroller, slabbed on sunscreen for 4 kids, grabbed a coke for the adults and we were off! We made it to the zoo right as it opened so we parked up front!

I had to snag a good picture while they were all still happy and clean. Notice how everyone is holding onto Natalie!

Evan was such a big helper with both NJ and JZ. I think I need him around all the time!  And Aunt Ashley is always good help=)

 

Riding in style and luxury....

I had another great picture of the girls together, but Natalie was picking her nose. How did I not notice that?!

Once again, not everyone is looking, but we are capturing the moment.  What joy this picture brings to me, seeing my sister's kids with mine!  Something we always dreamed of.

 

 

The kids really wanted to ride the pony at the zoo but of all stinkin days, the ponies apparently rest on Tuesdays!  Good grief! They so graciously and without fits settled on the carousel. Nat freaked out in the nest (the one she really wanted to ride in) so Aunt Ashley stepped in to ride beside her. Nat had a death grip around her neck the whole ride!

Wednesday and Thursday were somewhat uneventful as we got haircuts and played more in the swimming pool (the big one this time).  We ended our week Thursday evening at Posados!

More photos coming.....