Enjoying a Weekend with Family

Grandpa, Nana, Aunt Jodi, Diego, Christian, and Anthony came down to spend the holiday weekend with us (and to escape the crowds descending on the DC area for the inauguration). We had a great time!

When it was time for them to head home, we stood at the door and waved goodbye as they drove away. They hadn't even made it to the top of our street when one of our kids said, "I miss them already!"

Courtney, Christian, Anthony, and Jordan having brownies and ice cream after FHE on Sunday. (Notice Anthony doesn't have a bowl - he was mainly there to entertain the crowd.)

With the exception of Anthony, everyone had a DS, and they spent LOTS of time playing games and chatting with each other. Here they are ready for their cousin sleepover & DS fest in the playroom.

It was unusually cold that weekend, so being outside wasn't our first choice, but by Monday, the kids needed to get a little energy out, so we headed to the park. Here are Christian, Courtney, and Jordan on the slides.

Alyssa and Diego riding around the track.

Here's Jordan doing a little downhill stunt on his scooter. Notice Christian in the background trying to follow...

Here's Courtney stretching to prepare for her attempt to cross the monkey bars (the very same monkey bars from which she fell and broke her arm last year). This was the first time she'd been back to the bars, and I was proud of her for trying. I think we were both nervous!

And here's one of Anthony... Love that hat!!