This year we went to Oklahoma to spend Christmas with Paul's family. We
left the Thursday evening before and drove through the night. We've
driven many times to Oklahoma, and I'd have to say that I like driving
through the night the best. Yes, you're exhausted the next day(s), but
the kids were in and out of consciousness, there weren't many drivers
out, and we didn't really need to stop to eat because we had dinner
before leaving. It also didn't seem as long because it was dark the
entire time we drove. We didn't have to watch the sunrise and set...! We
had a really good time. We loved being able to spend time with family.
The kids got to know their aunts, uncles, and cousins a little bit
better. Aislee clung to Uncle Zak and Uncle Matt. She was also found
stealing Aunt Chelsea's make-up on more than one occasion. Ewan enjoyed
being around more boys! For the first little while, our girls were the
only granddaughters at the house. They all loved the bounce house! It
took Elin a little while to warm upto it, but once she saw the big kids
having fun, she couldn't be kept away! Paul and I got to go to the
Oklahoma City Temple for a day/night. We also went to the movie theater
twice! Yeah, you heard me...twice! We enjoyed ice cream runs to
Braums and Jared's, face card games, excellent food, and story-telling
from our teens. I had my first pedicure! Still trying to figure out if
I'm okay with people touching my feet...! But, they're still pretty.
After two weeks, it was time for us to come home. We left early Thursday
morning and drove all. day. long. We miss family! But, it's nice to be
home and getting back into the swing of things. We hope it doesn't take
much longer to get our routine back! And, for Aislee to realize she's
not getting her ears pierced for a few more ears, make-up is not an
everyday thing, and she doesn't need every necklace!
