A Little Weekend Getaway

Shelley and I survived our drive to and from California. I was a bit worried, but it was not so bad in the car. I brought movies, CDs, books, new little toys, and lots of snacks. The favorite toys were the little ball on a stick with lights that spin in it when you push a button and a little flute thing....probably not the best idea to bring a loud whistle type toy in the car, but they sure enjoyed it!

Andrew watched his movie with his blanket on his head...funny kid. Carter was even entertained with a water bottle.

We arrived in about 7 hours and only stopped once! Yee haw!!! We went right outback and the boys stripped down and got in the pool with Poppie! Andrew was sure slick on his naked bum going down the slide. He had so much fun!

I ADORE this picture of Huckleberry with Poppie.

Grammy shared her hot chocolate with Carter and boy did he love it!

Carter gave me my first flower from him. He picked it himself. What a charmer! It was SO nice to be outside and enjoy the beautiful weather, but I guess that is what you get when you live in California 15 minutes from the beach! I am a bit jealous!

We made a trip to the mall because I forgot sweatshirts for the boys. There was no way Drew was going to allow us out of there alive without riding the train. They sure enjoyed it. To be honest it made me a little sick watching them go around and around in such a tiny circle!

The night before we left we went out to Wood Ranch with my parents. Shelley was so sweet to curl all my hair. I didn't get a good picture of it, but she did a great job. I may have to borrow her another night before a date with Bry! She is so talented! And this is a picture of a guilty face if I ever saw one. My Carter is just obsessed with buttons - look at that cute face!

Poppie and Andrew (and Carter for a bit) enjoyed watching Spongebob on the computer. Andrew was thrilled to say the least. Grammy and Poppie got in some floor play time with the boys. It was so fun to watch my babies enjoy their grandparents. We miss having them so close by.

I changed Carter's diaper after church and the kid loves to be diaper-less so I let him roam a little. I just thought he was too cute with his little black socks and black shirt and nothing else. Then again - I think he is cute in anything!

Andrew loves his Poppie. He snuggled right up to him on the couch. What a pair! Jess and Tami came over for dinner on Sunday night. It was SO fun to meet Tami and have some time together. Unfortunately I took a whopping two pictures, but at least I know Drew and Jess had fun. Side note - dinner was AMAZING. We had two styles of chicken strips and they were both divine. As far as the Jell-O goes, lets just say that Drew distracted Grammy a bit and they forgot to add the cold water so we had some quite stiff jello, but it was still tasty!

We made a trip to my dad's work and Andrew had a blast. It was fun to meet all the people he works with. Andrew liked all the machines and the stairs in the office! He fits right in there with all his construction accessories and glasses. He was ready to take off and drive that thing!

My dad looks a little puzzled sitting at his desk....because his computer was off. Give Carter about 5.2 seconds and he will get under the desk and find the power button to any machine. I thought I caught him fast enough, but apparently not!

Carter is in button heaven....look at him look at alllll those buttons!

Ever since we were young we always congregated to my parents room and hung out on their bed. My mom had to capture the moment as we continue to do this.

We could not leave California without stopping for some donuts from a real donut shop....not Krispy Kreme, not the grocery store, not from a fancy bakery...but a real donut shop. They were SO good. The sweet lady there gave both my boys some sprinkled donut holes. They loved them, but what a mess!

We had SO much fun. It was so nice to just get away and relax. We did a whole lot of visting and just enjoying being together without the stress of a "to do" list and appointments. I loved the great weather and the great company. I missed Bry terribly and I know he missed me too, but I think he was in need of a break from me and my stressed out self!

I was so glad to have Shelley with me. She is a wonderful sister and great friend. What a trooper to drive the entire way there and back...pregnant! She would not do so well turning around to take care of the boys, but I mean...wow - that is a lot of driving and I thank for her for that.

It was so fun to see my parents and spend time with them. I miss having them so close, but am excited that we will see them again soon.

I am sorry to my friends out in Cali who I didn't get a chance to visit. The time went by too fast and we just were not able to make it happen - next time we will I promise!

We also made a trip to the beach....but that will be another post, as this one has way too many pictures already (makes for a good blurb book!)