Holiday in Indiana

We are just getting settled back in after a wonderful trip to Indiana. We spent a week at my Mom's and it was the first time we have spent the holidays as a family in Indiana. 

It was so special to watch my own enjoy so many of the wonderful holiday traditions and memories I did as a child. It warmed me right up. It even snowed while we were there (!!), but that is for another post.

We spent Christmas Eve at my grandma's house (Nan) and took photos in front of the mantle like I have a million times before. We enjoyed a candlelight dinner that ended too soon because the kids were anxiously awaiting the moment they could open their gifts, just as I once did.

Christmas Eve morning at my Mom's was as its always been-wake up, open gifts followed by a delicious brunch. The kids were spoiled to the max with the generosity of my family and Santa.

I am so glad our kids (and George) got to experience Christmas in Indiana with plenty of family, friends and food, but best of all, love. Thanks everyone who made our visit so special.

The Pu-kin Patch

Jude welcoming the girls back after their five minute hay ride. He was so happy to see them.

Our best attempt at a group photo. Ready, go.

Jude really liked watching his pumpkin roll off the bale of hay .

Success. Pumpkin gone.

Finally everyone is looking up. I call that a success.

Our Weekend in Photos

The weather is great down here, as I'm sure it is in most of the country, and Caribbean. We have been taking full advantage and spending most of our days outside because as I have been warned, soon it will be too warm and humid to do so. 

"Mom, we have a pool, right? Just not one of those big ones like other people." Love her positive outlook on things.

We are still discovering the area and ventured out to a new park on Saturday and oh was it wonderful. Nature and a lake and interesting play equipment. Jude went for his first swing and giggle more than ever. Video to come in the next post.

Doing the Easter egg thing. Wait, you don't dye eggs in your swimsuit?

 And finally, Easter morning. The Easter rabbit was good to his girls.

 And boy.

We are happy anytime we have George home for an extra day and this weekend was not exception. Hope you are enjoying the season as much as we are.