It's a little different living so far away now that we have no immediate family nearby. However, as we've said before, we are thankful that God has provided friends and a church that have become family to us here in Idaho. Nevertheless, we still miss everyone.
It's rare that we all get to be in one place at one time so this trip was extra special! Benj's family knew we were coming but we kept it a secret from Steph's parents as well as her sister and her family! We loved seeing everyone even though it flew by too quickly. We ate a lot of food we miss, saw so many sweet faces, held a lot of babies…a lot, stayed up late, got up early, went fishing, disc golfing, and just enjoyed a crazy week!
We loved visiting but have never been more thankful for our own bed and a quiet home. Enjoy some pics from our trip :)
Steph and Grandpa McDonald
On our way to bowling with cade and the twins
Benj and Isaiah
Hiking with Aunt Jan
Pool time with Shan, Lacie, and the kids of course
We went fishing one night and of course Jason caught the biggest fish of the night in the first 5 minutes
Steph and her brother Joel
Benj and his big catch
Joel, Austin, and Benj
Ending the fishing with a good fire and s'mores
The newest cousins Scarlett and Annalee
Lots of time reading
Steph's family
Playing in Grammy Litter's fountain
Loved seeing Nat and Shan
The infamous Crunch Coated Cone
Did we mention kids…..loved seeing nieces and nephews and how much they have all grown
Schmidts in German Village is always a favorite
Steph's mom and older sisters
Couldn't get enough of these sweet babies!
