My paternal grandparents were here this past week for a visit, and the twins loved the visit from the greats!
Initially, the twins were a little shy, but they quickly warmed up to them, and by the end of the week they went to them before me! Unfortunately, the sickness hit the day before they arrived, and lasted for the majority of their visit. We didn't get to do all of the things I had hoped, but we did manage to have a little fun!
We spent a lot of time in our backyard, and the twins had fun playing on their outside toys with them
Grandpa pushing Allie in the little swing.
Grandma and Ryan at the slide.
Ryan likes for everyone to applaud after he goes down the slide by himself. Grandpa & Grandma were more than happy to comply!
Allie liked playing in the trees.
The last full day they were here we visited the local Flavor Fruit Farm. This is a spot that Lucas and I visited while we were dating, and it was fun (albeit a little surreal) to go back with the twins. Our first stop was the bakery and store. If there was any way I convey smell through the computer, this would be the one smell (or, more accurately, combination of smells) I would want to share. Baked goods, candles, candies, and treats galore. Yum!
The twins loved the assortment of marbles.
There is something so awesome about a towering tree of lollipops!
But the ultimate favorite had to be the assortment of friendly monsters :)
Then we stopped at the Triple F petting zoo!They were intrigued by the chickens (especially one noisy one!)
Ryan loved petting the friendly goats.
Allie loved chasing a couple chickens who had escaped!
One of the pigs came out to visit the twins.
Allie peeks in (and later got it to kiss her hand).
Both the twins talking to their new friend.
It was great having my grandparents visit, especially since they provided extra hands and help during a week when I was seriously handicapped by sickness! I did feel like I didn't get to enjoy their visit because I felt so crummy by most of it. By the time I started actively visiting, it was time for them to go home :( But, I know the twins really enjoyed them, and we can't wait to see them again!
Ryan loved petting the friendly goats.
Allie loved chasing a couple chickens who had escaped!
One of the pigs came out to visit the twins.Ryan says hello.
Allie peeks in (and later got it to kiss her hand).Even Grandpa said hello!
Both the twins talking to their new friend.
It was great having my grandparents visit, especially since they provided extra hands and help during a week when I was seriously handicapped by sickness! I did feel like I didn't get to enjoy their visit because I felt so crummy by most of it. By the time I started actively visiting, it was time for them to go home :( But, I know the twins really enjoyed them, and we can't wait to see them again!
5 comments:
First again! It sounds like a lovely visit and I'm sure the greats were glad to see you all - sick or not.
I am glad they warmed up to them. Looks like it was fun for all except maybe mom cause you didn't feel good. sorry that happened. Gigi
There aren't words--such gorgeous, delightful kids!!!! It was so much fun. The only negative--now we REALLY miss them. They changed so much in just a week. Yes, it was sad that Kim didn't feel well until Sunday, but we still had a great week. I loved seeing the church again, enjoying all the very friendly people and Lucas' excellent sermon and we even got to spend time with Nana and the other great-grandma---a week to treasure!!!! Grandma
It was great to see G Gran and G Pop.We didn't get to see anyone it seemed. Too busy running back to the carnival to help out. But that is why I came. It is so hard to see the twins and not have time with them. I need to plan a visit just to see them and nothing else. With baby #5 coming I feel very stretched. And #4 isn't even here yet. My oh my. I hope Gigi and Papa are here during the holidays so we can spend time with them also. I'm so glad you guys had fun with the Greats!! How special a time :) Hugs from Nana
ps hope everyone is feeling better.
Baby #5? Is Loralee pregnant?
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