Extended Family Fun

We were fortunate to be able to visit with some of our extended family while we were in town.  Sadly, there wasn't enough time to see everyone but maybe we'll get to do that over the summer when we visit longer.

We spent the better part of an afternoon with Lori, Jason, Maddie and Hayden.  Lori is my oldest cousin.  We weren't much of playmates when we were kids because of the age difference, but now we're as close as sisters.  My kids call her Aunt and hers call me the same...

Aren't these 4 just the cutest cousins?  I love how Sis and Maddie are holding hands!

I think someone thought a lot of her big cousin Ra...

Lori and I hope these two grow up to be as close as she and I are someday.

It was so great to see them!  They are coming to stay with us in March and all of us are super excited for their visit!

 Later that night we got together with my parents and my sister-in-law and her two kids.  Sadly, my bother had to coach a swim meet and wasn't able to join us for dinner.  I didn't get to see him at all while we were in town.  Kinda bummed about that...

It took a little while for these two to warm up, but once they did, they got along really well.

Here are all 4 of my parents grandkids together.

We were able to continue the cousin fun at a bounce house place nearby.  It was great to let them burn off some steam and enjoy each other's company.

All four kids got along super well and had fun playing together.  It was good for the kids to see their cousins and spend some quality time together.  They don't get to spend a lot of time together because we don't live near each other.  Hopefully someday they'll get more time together to solidify their relationships.  I miss seeing my nieces growing up in person!