We got brave and took on a 13 hour road trip with an almost 8 month old and a 10 month old to Dillon, Colorado.
...and were back.
Hallelujah.
Don't get me wrong it was fun.
...really fun.
But, Let me see...
..before we get into our trip I have to back up and display proof of Graham's first
Clay County Pioneer Reunion Turtle race.
He entered turtle #10, #11 and #12...
Clay County Pioneer Reunion Turtle race.
He entered turtle #10, #11 and #12...
Graham's Daddy has spent the last 3 months, on days he was actually here, putting the turtles on a strict diet and regimen...last year it won us (my niece and Prestley) first place!
So, Gotz showed early in the A.M. to transport the turtles to the track, help out before we got started and help when needed.
So, Gotz showed early in the A.M. to transport the turtles to the track, help out before we got started and help when needed.
We re-entered a turtle from last year that did awesome buuuuuut not so awesome this year.
Needless to say we just lost.
Needless to say we just lost.
But looked GOOD doing it...
Proud is a understatement.
so sweet...
Two Days after Pioneer we set our gears to packin' mode and filled Mema and Granddaddy's humongous van with car seats, blankets, toys, sippy cups, Mickey Mouse clubhouse DVD's, diapers, snacks, etc...etc. etc...etc.
We pulled a trailer with our luggage. Pathetic! yes.
The kids did so great!
We drove from about 4pm to 4:30am Texas time till we arrived at Dillon.
Went straight to bed and slept for 3 or 4 hours and then started our day with awesome weather conditions.
We set out to catch Graham's first fish... and after lots of attempts..
He was very interested in holding the pole.
note: when things don't move fast for Adam, see above.
Not a patient one!
alas...
again... very proud! ALL THREE...look at that grin!
------->toward the end of our last day we had a race to catch the last fish.
Yep! Momma. Me. Adam's wifey...be proud guys!
----our 16 fish! I'd say Graham had a successful trip.
I know he's my kid and I know that I'm obsessed but honestly... look at this kid!
Is anyone else's heart melting RIGHT now?
Now: for the Family photos.
Dannielle and I made our first trip to Colorado about 13 years ago, husbandless, kidless, clueless... and NOW, look at our families we've created.
I love that we both were able to take our children.
Picture perfect.
We are such lucky girls and have had a blast with our babies while raising them together.
We stayed in Colorado for 4 nights/5 days and everyone but Seth and Dad were ready to get home.
Seth claims he could live there while the rest of us like the open/friendly/calmer climates and people.
Dannielle and I had a lady come to the condo and give us the best massage of our lives! Graham loaded up on Nike Shox at the outlet store (see picture above), Seth found a belt, Adam... hates to shop, and Dad bought mostly stuff for Mary Grace (her birthday is coming up).
We ate WAY too much. However, everything was worth every pound and beyond delicious. We made two visits to the Mint, our favorite. Once the first night we were there and again to cap off our trip. If ever in the area, it's worth every penny.
In conclusion, when we got home we had to:
1. Lower Graham's bed :(
2. Rearrange the living room (Graham's turning into a BUSY bee)
3. and a lot of Fall fever cleaning
So, excited for the cooler months to near and even more excited to share the holidays with a little one.
Bring it on!
Next week: Graham has his nine month appointment.
