Christmas Time Part 2

We awoke the next morning around 10am. We were so thankful Violet slept in too. What a joy to be spoiled by a baby that likes to sleep!  We got on the road after an early lunch and headed for Arizona. Unfortunately we got stuck in some after Christmas traffic and it took us a little longer, but we arrived that evening safely.

We were so happy to spend a few days with Daniel's brother and family. We spent a lot of time in their lovely home just enjoying each other's company. We exchanged gifts the day after we arrived.

Here is Vi with her new book about snow. What a great read!

 The boys opening their restaurant buddies.

Meghan opening her gift.

Everett getting some cuddles.

Violet was so proud of herself. She could climb into this little rocking chair on her own and rock.

Auntie Meghan and our new niece, Fiona. She is a doll.

Braden's killer smile.

Trevor and his smiling eyes.

Everett and Fiona

Violet was fascinated with Fiona. Anytime Fiona would cry Violet would stare with such a serious face. She looked so concerned. Violet is just learning more about babies and sitting next to her cousin made for some sweet photos.

Precious face.

I was sitting next to them both and Violet felt like Fiona needed a kiss, and another and another. Vi must have kissed her about 8 times. She just kept kissing her forehead without any encouragement. I was just there to make sure Violet didn't lose her balance and fall on Fiona. It was a pretty sweet moment.

Floor time with Fiona.

I guess Violet wondered what the view for Fiona was like. She just laid down next to her. :)

Hello little one!

We soaked up a little Arizona sun one day by going and picking a few oranges at a local man's grove and then visiting a date farm. We didn't take any tours but we did enjoy a yummy date shake and bought ourselves a big box of dates. Daniel and I have decided we will be regularly purchasing dates from now on. They are so yummy!

Uncle Everett got some great snuggles with Vi. Here they are giving Eskimo kisses.

So sweet. He will be one special Daddy to little Fiona girl as she grows up. He already is to his dear boys!

We had a great time with y'all. Thanks for letting us hang out with you between the holidays!