Much overdue trip across the state

Two weekends ago, (see I'm getting better, it's only been a week since these pictures were taken) we made the long, and much overdue, trip across the state to see Jake, April, Layla and to meet Baby Maya.  The boys did 'OK' in the car.  They only fought about 4 times and we only heard, "Are we there yet" about 12 times.  I'm sure things are going to get worse before they get better, with this drive, but it's totally worth it.  The boys were so excited for this trip they didn't even fall asleep on the way there.  

Not only did we get to meet Baby Maya for the first time, but we got to stay at the new Sherman place.  The new place is AWESOME!  So great with a very beautiful view and a big yard for the kids.  They've been there a little over a month and had already put in the garden! They got their garden in before Brian and I got the ranch garden in.  I think the country life really suits them! :-)

Here are a few pics from the weekend.  It was blast!  Thanks again Sherman's!  Can't wait to do it again!  And it better be before 7 months!

They wanted a picture where all three of them had the Popsicle in their mouths at the same time...goof balls! 

I think the hit of the weekend was riding bikes and the wiggle racer down the drive way.  They've got a bit of a hill on their driveway and the boys (yes all the boys) had a blast riding the bikes and wiggle racer down the driveway.  

Beautiful Layla.  I'm insanely jealous of her hair.

Friday night Brian and Jake put in a fire pit so we could have a bonfire.  The kids 'helped' as well.  

Layla was showing me some of her awesome twits and jumps.  It was really fun, and after each picture she'd have to see it, then say, 'watch this one'.  :-)

Racing back and forth from the tree.

Baby Maya out like a light.  She is so adorable.  I couldn't stop kissing her checks...they're just so kissable!!

Then Saturday we played in the sun.  The kids played in the water and played musical hot potato on the deck.  As you can see the kids were having a blast!

See!  How can you resist just gobbling her up?  So ADORABLE!

 Saturday night the Sherman's had a bit of a party.  The Roemer's and Gritt's came over.  Also April's Mom and Dad stopped by.  It was a ton of fun and the kids we on cloud nine.  Jenny made dinner for everyone.  It was awesome!  I think all the kids had second helpings!  Thanks Jenny!

Logan LOVED Baby Maya.  He asked to hold her about 30 times that weekend and wanted to help feed her and change her diaper.  He's going to be a huge helper when Little Sis gets here.  Oh and side note: Yes he does have tape on his glasses.  They broke about 30 mins after we got to the Sherman's house.  Good ole electrical tape does wonders!  :-)

The boys were devastated when we had to leave.  They had such a blast!  They talked about how much they missed Layla for about a week straight.  They still ask if we can go back to Layla's house.  :-) It's so cute to see them miss each other so much...kinda like the adults.  :-) Thanks again Sherman's!  We miss you already and can't wait to see you again!