AJ and Alexis came to our house Thursday, July 5th to stay for about a week for some serious cousin time! We had so much fun! (And for the record, Wendy has taken Eric and Brandon a few summers for a week, so it was definitely her turn for a break). Around 11:00, we went to Eric's work (Sweets Candy Company) and got a first-rate tour from him at the factory. He was an amazing tour guide! (Good job, Eric). On the way out, we bought some CANDY! Because, after all, you can't go to a candy factory and not buy treats, right? We got pizza on the way home and everyone was happy, happy, happy!
On Friday, we went to Hollywood Connection and I got totally WORN OUT on the second day! The kids were going from ride to ride to ride and we were all exhausted by the time we came home. I forgot my camera for this event and I was so sad! So, you're just going to have to take my word for it....we had a blast! We also played miniature golf and went skating...wow! No wonder I was so tired...I'm tired just thinking about it....(I'm getting old).
That night, we did fireworks at our house! Lots of them....and cool ones, too. This I took pictures of...yippee!
I'm not sure what Jacob is doing in this picture...possibly starting the party by dancing? Either way, he's so cute!
And then AJ joined in....look at the height on that jump! Way to go kiddo! Let's get this party started...
Eventually, it got dark. I love this picture because of how intent they are all looking at the fireworks. What little cutie-heads! :)
Yes, the teenagers were there.....all three of them. Nobody dared smile, just incase....someone saw them smiling...because that would be terrible!
See what I mean by "cool" fireworks? Seriously, we've never had such neat ones....
Once again, I'm not sure what Jacob is doing in this picture. I think he was trying to make his shadow "dance" on the garage door...maybe we have a little protege here...The Little Nutcracker perhaps? (Is that what it's called, I can't remember. Give me a break, I don't have any girls. geez).
They are just lovin' these fireworks!
Hey, Alexis, whatcha doing? :) AJ, are you praying for more fireworks? And check out Kyle....he looked at the camera. Miracle!
This is one of my favorite pictures. Jacob had "foot pajamas" on, but he still wanted shoes. He couldn't get his regular shoes on, so he got his flipflops. For some reason, that just melts my little heart...
On Saturday we went swimming at the county pool. Who doesn't love swimming? Sunday was a quiet day.....well, I'm not sure I would call it "quiet." .....it was more like a "less busy" day. :) Actually, at around 4:00, AJ, Alexis, Kyle, and Jacob went to my brother's house for dinner and to have a sleep over with his family. I heard they had a roarin' time....as for us, it was the perfect time for a much needed break...and it was a lot quieter! :)
Monday was less exciting in terms of "outside activities," but the kids didn't notice. They played the wii, their ds's and jumped on the tramp. Pure cousin heaven. And then that night, Josiah, Caleb, and Joshie came to our house to have a sleep over with us. That made it a total of 9 BOYS and 1 GIRL (poor Alexis--she holds her own pretty well, actually). Seriously, though, watching these kids be together and enjoy each other's company was the most awesome thing. They just ate it up! AND WHY DIDN'T I TAKE ANY PICTURES? What is the matter with me? I was probably barely walking, after the week full of fun we'd just had....yeah, I'm pretty sure that was it.
Tuesday morning we packed everyone in the car (well, not everyone.....Kyle, Jacob, AJ, and Alexis) and drove down to Beaver to meet Wendy and stay the night at a motel. It was the perfect end to the perfect week, except I really was exhausted....sorry Wendy.
They had a pool at the motel and even though it was absolutely FREEZING, the kids still had a blast. Wendy and I even got in for a short time, but it was so cold, I couldn't stand it too long....I know, I'm a wimp!
On Wednesday we headed back home (and Wendy headed back to her house in Vegas). It was so much fun to have the cousins together. Everyone got along wonderfully and there was never a dull moment. Until next time..... :)
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