Our trip started with an early morning departure from Vegas to Boise. Pete and I got up before the birds, filled up our coffee mugs and jumped in the car. Boise bound!
When we arrived, 11 hours later, we went to Jessica and Nicks place. Oh my babygirl looks so dang cute with that pregnant little belly!
All was going well and we decided to head our for some much needed dinner. Red Robin was the vote and off we went. After enjoying a delicious meal and conversation, my dear son-in-law excused himself to the restroom. No biggee right? Well, it wouldn't have been except for he really went to the waitress and told her it was Pete's birthday. Pete's birthday isn't until AUGUST! So after a few minutes here comes the gang of Red Robin employees singing and clapping and they kindly place a sundae in front of my ever so red faced husband. Nick, "poppa's" gonna get you!!
Day 1: The Baby Shower
What a great day! Many of Jessica's friends and family gathered around her to celebrate the upcoming birth of baby Ryker. I was in heaven watching my daughter glow with that soon-to-be mom excitement. I know that she is going to be an amazing mother. I'm so very very proud of her. While we celebrated, Josh and Pete played round after round of Pool in the clubhouse game room. That boy of mine is a gem. He too makes me very proud. Josh has a quick wit and an impressive imagination. He shows that through his amazing talent in movie making. Tune into YOUTUBE and look for JOSHYBOY013 and you'll see what I mean.
Day 2: On the road again to Cottonwood, ID
Again we're back in the car, this time headed further up north to Pete's hometown, Cottonwood, population 1,005. Yep, it's a small town alright, but it's beautiful up there and did I mention... COLD!?! We spent the day and night visiting with Pete's mom and a handful of his 9 siblings. Pete is 10th of 11 kids. His brother Dan passed away 3 yrs ago. I wish I could have met him too.
Day 3: On the road again for another 2 hrs to get to Colfax, WA
Here we arrive to see Samantha and her little family. We are introduced to new baby girl Maybelle, the newest addition to the family. Lil' man Buckley is asleep when we get there but wakes shortly after our arrival. What a great time we had with Charlie, Samantha and the precious grandkids. Samantha and Charlie are awesome parents, we couldn't be more proud.
Day 4: Sweet Kassi arrives at Sam's house
Alas! The trip wouldn't be complete without seeing ALL our kids. The house is full, the laughter is loud and the love is strong. Pete and I played and fed and diaper changed and bounced and carried those two little babies as much as we could. We wanted to take advantage of each moment best we could.
Day 5: Back down the hill to Lewiston
Unfortunately all good things must come to an end. After saying our goodbyes to Charlie, Samantha and the babies, Kassi, Pete and I jumped back in the car for an hour drive to Lewiston to drop Kassi off. But not before doing some shopping! We found Kassi a beautiful dress for our wedding in May. Kassi, Sam and Jess are going to be our Bridesmaids (more about that at another time). After shopping and lunch we sorrowfully said goodbye to Kassi and it was off to Cottonwood again where we stayed the night to rest up for our trip back down the mountain to Boise the next day.
Day 6: Boise bound...AGAIN
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| My babygirl and my main man |
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| Love that belly |
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| Chica and Chico |
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| Opa meets Belle |
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| Opa bonds with Buck |
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| Worn out Oma snuggles with Buck |
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| Precious baby Belle |
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| His "favorite youngest daughter" Kassi |
