North Carolina - Summer 2009

We made it back last week from our summer trip to see Ted's family. As always, we had a wonderful time! We were able to stay for almost a whole week this time, which was great. But, that means that I have LOTS of pictures to post of the trip! So, I'll go easy on the commentary and get to the pics!

This was taken at the airport when we arrived...at 1:00 in the MORNING! Madigan looks really sleepy, huh? She didn't sleep a wink on either plane and lasted until 2:00 that morning before going to sleep and Gramps and Grandi's house. She actually entertained people in the airport and the plane with some upbeat songs like "My God is so Big" and "This World is not my Home ". :)
Once she woke up the next morning, the fun began. Riding in Gramps' old stroller (while on one of those ancient house phones - she'd never seen such a thing!)

Making Pudding Pops with Gramps and Aunt Kate

I love this picture! It captures their relationship really well!

As you can see, Madigan did the sampling while Aunt Kate did the work.

Why wait until they're frozen?

The finished product - what a mess, but oh so good!!!Reading with Aunt Kate

Having tea parties with the bears

And then with the grown ups!Good form, now we just need to get the pinky out. :)

Watering Grandi's plantsToe nail painting with Aunt Kate (who else?!)

I also really like this picture. Grandi recently had rotator cuff surgery and is still working to the the mobility back in her shoulder. So several times a day she would go do her "exercises" on the bed. Madigan started joining her and entertaining her with stories while they "worked out"!We also went to Pullen Park again and rode the train. Such a fun place!

Relaxing with Aunt KateSwingin HIGH!!Playing Mousetrap with Mommy and Aunt Kate. Well actually, we just set it up and tried to catch the mouse at the end. Isn't that all anybody ever did?Madigan opening some "treats" from Aunt Kate. This is a princess headband, which was possibly the one princess accessory that we didn't have yet...And Gramps got her a new pink dress from his recent trip to Honduras. So pretty!Last but not least, a sweet picture of Madigan cuddling with Grandi after Madi's bath.

We had so much fun and loved getting to spend so much time with the family. Thanks to Grandi, Gramps and Aunt Kate for putting your life on hold for us for a week! We love you all!