Iowa 2011

Ryan had a week of vacation, so we decided to head to the Frasher's for 6 days.  We had not been to their house since last summer (when the trek was a short 6 hours).  Perhaps we were crazy enduring a 9 hour car ride one way with a 4 1/2, 3, and 7 month old, but it was well worth it.  The kids were actually very good in the car and we were all so very excited to spend some time with the Frasher's, Arin, and Gary and Sue.  I insisted on a cousin picture right before we were leaving Sunday morning.  It actually turned out better than I expected, but with a very sad Kadence.  Next time I should do one the day we get there instead!

 The kids (Uncle Ryan included) got some great pool time in the first full day we were there.  It was a good thing because the weather after that was not great.  It wasn't horrible just a lot of raining on and off.   Aunt Kristy had emptied some water out of the pool before we got there, so it was the perfect height for them to play.  They had so much fun and even Kenzie took a short swim in the pool.

 We spent a lot of time at Jessie's softball and Tyler's baseball games.  Our three young children did very well and had fun playing and watching their cousins.  I didn't get any pictures of the big Varsity stud Tyler playing because it was misting or raining at most of his games.  Bummer.

I love this picture of Jessie painting Kadence's toenails.  She loves polish so much and was so proud that her cousin Jessie had put it on for her.  So sweet.

 The kids even partook in some pig chores.  They did much better this year as last year I think they were both pretty scared.  And might I add that pigs are the smelliest animal EVER.  I don't know how you do it Kristy.

 This was Kenzie's favorite Anamosa toy.  She loved it and spent a lot of time chewing on it!

What a fun-filled relaxing vacation we had in Iowa.  The kids were fully entertained with their cousins and Aunty's and Grandma and Grandpa.  They spent so much time playing with Jessie, she is so good with them it is hard to believe she has no younger siblings.  The trampoline was a hit along with tormenting the poor cats.  We even had a great Anniversary dinner for Gary and Sue (40 years, WOW) along with a campfire.

Thank you so much Frasher's for letting us invade your house and for all the great memories!  Love you all so much!