What packing for ten people for ten days looks like.

Skype and wi-fi kept our hearts from being torn and missing the kids to the point of insanity.  Grandparents and an aunt and uncle were super great about keeping us posted on their latest adventures back in the states.

Here’s what they were up to while we were away.

Yardwork!  Papa and Grandmere are not afraid to get some hard work out of these young whipper sappers. Okay, there was a bit of fun involved too. Grandmere has saved several of Mark’s Lego sets and my boys are forever grateful for that. I know it looks like work but I think they totally enjoyed this!

Emmie practiced being cute and posing for the camera.  We are told she loved the fireplace to sit by and the cute yellow bear. The park! Papa’s traditional s’mores roast and fire pit. There’s something or someone hiding up there… See? Ceili Rain and Liam loved chasing the chickens at Uncle and Aunt B’s house. Emmie got in some play time with cousin A.  They are just three weeks apart. My boys enjoyed snuggling up before bed at Uncle & Aunt B’s house.
. Hauling wood with the cousins. Aunt B outfitted our boys in some good work clothes.  This has to be one of my favorite pictures!  I love seeing our kids so close to their cousins.  They truly enjoy every minute they’re with them. Getting ready for a bonfire at Uncle B’s.

Despite all the skyping and photo updates, this was a sight for sore eyes.  We were so glad to have our crew back together (almost…still waiting on our guy in Europe).