Most of my family went to Huntsville for a visit and Nash's birthday party. Josh couldn't go because of work. My mom rode with me and the kids. Jamie and her family went up the day after us. We originally planned on making the whole drive (8 hours) in one day. Then, my mom had sciatic nerve problems and needed to split it up.
I made sure to bring lots of activities and things for the kids to do along with snacks, drinks and candy.
We left Thursday afternoon and Gianna did not sleep like I thought she would. Hudson did pretty well, but Gianna had a harder time. They liked when we stopped at a gas station and got some treats.
It worked better to drive half way and spend the night. We got to the hotel earlier enough for us to go swimming.
Friday morning we left Mississippi for Jen's house.
Hudson slept some, but once again Gianna did not.
It was good to get to Jen's house. Nash and Jetta were sleeping, so when they woke up it took a little while for Jetta to warm up.
Nash and Hudson immediately started playing.
The ice cream truck came down and they all got something. It was Hudson and Gianna's first ice cream truck experience.
It was so messy, but so good!
We took the kids to the YMCA which has a nice kid's area inside.
Hanging out
Leilynn did pigtails on Gianna
Gianna got her first hair cut by Gigi and she did great! She didn't cry at all. I had her watching something on my phone.
Now, her hair is even curlier than before.
Saturday afternoon was Nash's robot party at their house.
After the party, the kids asked to go to the park. The weather was so nice up there. A very nice break from Louisiana's heat and humidity.
Hudson is scared of heights and he will tell you that himself. This was a good way to help overcome his fear.
Sunday afternoon was spent at the outdoor mall riding the train and eating ice cream.
Monday was my mom's birthday, so we took her out to lunch before heading back to Mississippi.
Our last attempt at a group picture...
Gianna finally slept on both of the rides home. She was very tired by then.
Had enough of the traveling! (she also had a cold and congestion at the time)
Stickers were keeping her entertained for a while. At least they used some of the activities I brought.
It is always good to see Jen and her family, but it was harder traveling with the kids. We missed Josh and were ready to get home to see him too.
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