Nano and Papo

Growing up I had an extended "family", the Mattox's...Nano and Papo were like my 3rd set of grandparents. I used to spend countless hours at their house whether my parents were in town or not. I just loved being at their house, not to mention Nano was always cooking up something yummy and she had the endless glass of classic coke i always liked to drink from. I have tons of fond memories from my childhood...!

They continue to be very special people in my life, recently Nano has gone through some health challenges so i was thankful i could get back and see her. She met Brody and Cam for the first time and that was very special as well. I wish we could have stayed longer!!

Papo showing Brody and Cam the pencil trick, of course they wanted to do it "Again, again"

Water Fight With Nana

Nana was sitting comfortably on her lawn chair when Jason encouraged Brody to dump a cup of water in Nana's lap...and then was game on. The boys were having so much fun chasing Nana around the pool and getting her wet!

When we got home I asked Brody what is favorite thing was and he said "the water fight with Nana...she squealed a lot"...it was very cute!

Nebraska Fun!

This is the first of several Nebraska posts!

We had a great time in Nebraska and the boys did incredible for the 10 hour car ride, both Jason and I were shocked as we anticipated the boys would be going crazy. We had lots of DVDs, games and art activities to keep them busy and we only stopped once for lunch and a bathroom break. Hooray for Brody and Cam!

The pictures below were taken at Nana and Pops house. A bunch of random snap shots...My cousin Toninette made the trip from Lincoln to Merna she's the sweetest!

Toninette and the boys

Brody couldn't get enough of the puppy dogs!

Of course i couldn't get a good pic of me and the boys!

Brody waving while pulling Cam in the Radio Flyer wagon

Dorothy is always sending the boys goodies, we had to stop and see her!

Sandbox Fun on Nana and Pops deck...in the shade!

Water Fun

One evening after dinner I came out to water the flowers and the boys followed (fully clothed), one thing lead to another and I ended up soaking them (thus their diaper/undies). Lots of belly laughs that night = priceless!

Happy Father's Day Daddy!

Hennepin County Fair

 We attended the Hennepin County Fair, which is more like your typical small town fair.  We went early so there weren't a lot of people, which was nice.  Brody really loved all the animals and loved brushing the cows hair.  Cam wasn't nearly as excited about all the animals but overall it was a great day.

Family Pictures - May

Family Pictures - May

We LOVE Nana!

We are very fortunate that Nana makes the 10 hour drive from NE to MN so frequently!! We all love having her here, sure wished she lived closer!