As soon as we turned down Bostwick Rd. the dogs started jumping around, rocking the car back and forth because of their uncontainable excitement. When they finally got out after the long ride they did their usual routine. First they said hello to their friend Betty, then they sniffed around the property and finally Winston walked around and marked all of the trees. The fresh country air and the freedom to roam around with no worries of the road or a neighbor is something that can't be explained.
All of the excitement that day seemed to tire all of us out. The kids and I settled the dogs in for bed and got ready for bed ourselves. That evening Natalie and mom got to spend some much needed quality girl time together. Since we all sleep in the same room together I usually put Ryland to bed first, this gave the girls a little time to have fun! I braided Natalie's hair and painted her nails, she was in heaven!
The next morning we all woke up early, except for Grandpa. At 5:30am I made the desperate coffee run for Grandma and I. By 6:30am the kids were outside playing, still in their pajamas. We set up a lovely tea party on the deck and enjoyed the fresh morning air. Winston and Ada joined us for tea of course...they are English!
After our little "pajama" tea party the kids and I went for a "pajama" hike. We took all three dogs for a walk and swim in the stream. It was such a peaceful morning. Even though we all got a little muddy and had to take a bath afterwards, it was well worth it!
The day continued to be very eventful. We went to church and then Natalie and Ryland got to eat lunch with their cousins, Kacey and Kaleb. We gave everyone a nap at Grandma's and then packed the kids up in the car to go to the bounce playground at the Ithaca Mall.
(Natalie and Ryland dancing to the music at church)
(The boys after lunch)
After all of the back to back fun during our stay it was time to get on the road and head home...saying goodbye, even for a little while is never easy. Our usual goodbye means lots of hugs, kisses and saying "I love you" 101 times. As I drive down the long drive way we stick our hands out the window and wave goodbye. Grandma and Grandpa always stand out front (no matter what the weather) and wave until we're out of sight. Once they're no longer visible out my window I always feel a little emotional, I don't think that will ever change.
This was definitely one of the best weekends we've had in a long time, it will be hard to top! Thanks mom and dad for making our stay so magical!
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