ROBISON FAMILY VISIT

The Holidays are over and life is getting back to normal. Did 2008 go by, by lightening speed or what!? Now it seems January is half over already. It was so much fun having Robyn, D and Macie here for Christmas and New Years. Even though our plans and activities were hindered because of the snow, wind and rain we had a great time. I thought we really didn't do much, until I looked back at the pictures we took! They tell the story. I'm so happy for this whole blogging thing. It's such an easy way for me to be able to keep a record of our family times together. Journaling for me was always so boring and scrapbooking so overwhelming! This is the perfect solution. So, here are just some of the moments we captured of our Family Time together with Robyn, Aaron and their families.

Macie and Grandpa having a quiet time reading stories.

For a stocking stuffer Robyn bought Bob and D puzzles. 1000 piecer's! They set up D's puzzle and got to work. 5 days later they were finished! We had Christmas dinner around our little round kitchen table because there was no way we were going to move that puzzle! It was such a simple gift that brought lots of fun and enjoyment....and a great big challenge! Every night we were up until midnight, at least, working on it. Great idea Robyn! Now Bob and I need to get to work on ours!

The finished product!

One of my stocking stuffers to Macie was BUBBLES! For $1 the kids had so much fun. We heard those BELLY LAUGHS again...the best thing in the world...and OH, the smiles!

Aaron and Max just chillin! Max is getting bigger and bigger everyday! I love being able to see his changes up close and personal. I'm thankful Aaron and his family are close by, that we get to share in all changes, watching each little stage as they grow and develop.

This simple little table that I bought at IKEA has been so great! The little kids love to feel big, sitting on their own chairs. Macie loved that she could eat "snacks" there! She learned fast how to crawl up onto the chairs, then up onto the table!

Everyone loves Grammy's cupboards! Macie was no exception! She even crawled right in and made herself at home. Not so sure what the attraction is, but all the kids seem to enjoy it!

We have a family favorite Hamburger Joint, The XXX in Issaquah. Voted best hamburger in the state of Washington! Got to have the best milkshakes too! At least we think so! It's not a family visit without a trip to the XXX!

HAPPY NEW YEARS!

Robyn and D on New Years eve! It doesn't look like much had gone on, but we really did have a fun time! Aaron and Courtney came over and we had Papa Murphy's pizza's. Then our friends the Marshalls came and we played games, laughed and ate some more. Everyone left before midnight, but we stayed up and brought the New Year's in with kisses to our spouses!

Max and Macie!

For special times I set up my "Castle" for the kids to play in. Hank loves it when I do. We brought it out for Macie's visit and she thought it was great! I've enjoyed watching Hank get to know some of his cousins. He had a great time playing with Macie and with Baylee when Andy and Britney came for their visit. It would be so fun to see all of our grandkids playing together! I know they'd have a blast!

Just the best ever!

Wow! It was so nice having help with the dishes! Those two kids were great helpers!

Sweet Macie with one of her trademark smiles! Robyn and D, we loved having you here. Your stays are never long enough. We got to see Macie learn to show us where her nose is and how to blow kisses. She fell in love with a baby doll I have and learned to hug and kiss her, to be soft and kind. Such simple joys, yet we loved to see her learn them! Thanks for sharing the Holidays with us. Every minute was a joy!