Mini road trip

On Saturday we headed to Florida's west coast to visit a former college roommate of mine and her daughter. It was great to see Jill and to meet Emma, who is just a month older than Ava. The two girls had a great time together and played nicely. For some reason, Ava liked to use Emma as a stabilizer when she was trying to stand up and liked to have a hand on her back when they were crawling around. It was nice to catch up with Jill and share stories of motherhood and teaching while sitting on a beautiful beach on a sunny day.

Emma and Ava deciding who's going to get to the toy first.

Using Emma to stand up...which was quickly discouraged.

The two moms and their squirmy girls.

Emma and Ava exploring together.

On Sunday, we drove north to visit Ryan's cousin Nick and his family. Ryan's cousin, Heidi, was visiting with her family and Ryan's aunt and uncle were down as well! It was nice to spend the day with them, watching the kids play outside. A wonderful weekend had by all.

Ava and Brooke.

Jack and the tiger he dragged around everywhere with him.

Brooke washing her jeep with paper towels, soap and water.

Two cousins, before a tiring game of one-on-one.

So sweet.

This is Ava's new face - all squinched up and super cute.

Playing on the neighbor kid's bike.

Snoozin' on the drive home....until the flash woke her up. whoops.

PEEK!