East Coast Trip - Maryland Visit

Violet and I flew out to Maryland on the 15th of June and stayed with my parents for a week and a half before we started our other travels. We had a wonderful time with family. Nonni and Poppa were the best hosts for these two girls. They had pulled out all kinds of fun toys and playthings for Violet and they make a very welcoming home anytime. Auntie Lolly spent a lot of time with us in the daytime and we were able to see Uncle Kris some in the evenings. Auntie Sarah and Uncle Andrew joined us the next weekend after Daniel flew to Maryland. We were able to have one day with all of us together. It was a treat.

Uncle Kris and Auntie Lolly getting some snuggles.

Poppa with his little butterfly. He found the wings at the dollar store for Violet.

She made good use of them and flitted around the front yard.

Violet discovering the sprinkler.

Uncle Andrew and Auntie Sarah warming Vi up to the baby pool.

Snuggles afterwards.

Auntie and Uncle had to get in on the snuggle action as well.

Violet and Auntie Sarah found a bunny across the road and it became an evening ritual with Vi and Poppa after supper to go see the bunny. Vi would call out after her meal. "Hop, Hop!" She was ready to go find the rabbit.

The guys outside. We were able to spend a lot of time outside this visit. The weather cooled down to the 80s for most days while we were there. The humidity even dropped some. We were thankful to enjoy the outdoors.

Eating on my parents deck is always a highlight of the trip. Yum yum!

Getting some lovin' from the number one man in her life.

We spent Saturday evening in Annapolis for some Chick 'n' Ruth's goodness. We have always seen the Colossal milkshake (6 pounds of milkshake) but we had never partook. Well, we did that evening. I didn't walk away feeling too yuck. I think Daniel and Andrew did most of the work. 

Violet's new doll, Emma, from Grandma Good. Daniel brought it with him from Missouri and she has quickly become a favorite. Here she is just chilling out on a baby stool we had when I was little. Thanks Grandma!

One afternoon we made it over to see the Jacobsons. They were a dear family to Daniel and his older brother, Everett during their academy times. They sponsored midshipman by opening their home, feeding them good food, and just generally making a welcoming home to get away from school every now and then. It was good to see them and Violet took to their lilies in the front yard. :)

Our time in Maryland was sweet. We were able to see so many people and really enjoy the family time. Always a good time in Maryland. Soon it will be Pennsylvania for family visits. My parents are moving this summer to a town outside Philadelphia; not too far north. We have already plotted out the train rides and traffic routes. :) Farewell house in Maryland!