Cousin Camp 2010

For the second year in a row, my parents hosted their five grandchildren for Cousin Camp. This is 4 or 5 days of activities just for the kids. Camp began with a trip to Old McDonald's Farm in north Houston. The kids had a great time playing, petting animals and swimming!

Charlie jumped right on the pony. A big change from the panic-stricken child we had with us in Arkansas.

Mimi and her girls!

Headed to the train

Papa and two of his favorite kiddos!

The rest of the week included a trip to the circus, a pottery party and dinner at Chuck E. Cheese, playdate at Noah's Ark swim park and a party at Little Gym! What a special treat for all of our children to be able to spend this precious time with my parents! Thanks Mimi and Papa!

A Special Delivery

We arrived home one afternoon to a package on our doorstep. Sweet Michele "from New Jersey" had sent a thank-you present to Charlie and Emmy for hosting her at our house. She couldn't have selected more perfect and thoughtful gifts for the kids - dress up clothes and accessories for E and a box full of Superhero goodies for C! As if she hadn't won them over already, this sealed the deal!

4th of July

We had a great 4th with family and friends! We participated in our neighborhood parade for the first time this year, and then joined Mimi and Papa and Co. for an evening of fireworks fun at MDUMC! Simple and low-key fun! Mommy's favorite!