We picked Tyler up from school early on Friday and took off for Indiana to avoid a storm that was headed right into our travel path. It was nice to split the trip into two days. We stopped for the night in Iowa City, so we only had about 5 hours left to finish our trip Saturday morning.
We had some pretty happy travelers.
Playing games. Aubrey keeps pining to go back to Mom and Dad's to stay a "LONG time!" Please?"
We made chicken tikka masala and naan for dinner one night. Tyler enjoyed helping.
We enjoyed seeing Grandma Polly!
Cheese! Hot chocolate and whipped cream...or in Henry's case, just whipped cream. :)
Natcha was visiting from Thailand. She was so sweet. Even though we couldn't speak the same language, we enjoyed her so much. Aubrey LOVED Natcha!
Henry helping Grandma.
A lot of the snow had melted as we seemed to arrive between storms. But, we got a little snow and enjoyed playing.
And went for a walk on the Pumpkin Vine trail.
Of course, our traditional fondue dinner on Christmas Eve followed by watching How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
Snuggling with Natcha.
Wearing some of her new gear.
Still pining for Santa...
A trip to UP mall with Dad, Lynette, Henry and Aubrey.
Young deer kept coming up very close to the house.
Fried Rice Battle!
My Aunties!
Grandma trekking with Aubrey to the cabin. (Or, as Aubrey calls it, the "board house").
Snowman...he was in pieces on the ground by the following day, poor guy.
Henry turned 2! We celebrated Henry's birthday on our last day together, which happened to be his birthday! He loved blowing the candles out so much, Dad kept re-lighting his candle for him.
Lynette found Henry had climbed onto the table and started eating more cupcakes (or probably just frosting) after everyone had finished and moved to the living room. :)
Next, a visit to Grandma Billie in Decatur! Unfortunately, Max was ill and we couldn't see him this trip.
Then to Indy to continue the holiday celebration.
We enjoyed breakfast at Cracker Barrell...and have to remember that handlebar mustache that Hollins sported.
Then presents
And dinner at Maggiano's! (The girls wearing their matching outfits from Grandpa and Grandma).
Wayne being a goober and not posing for me...I LOVE Ted's expression! :)
My text to Wayne from the lobby where Aubrey was running off steam after our meal.
Tyler letting Reid tickle his belly.
The next day, Hollins and Rachel treated us to a fun day at the Children's Museum. It is so big and full of fun!
Ready for the Hollins tickle sandwich.
Home again...we covered a lot of miles.
