We had a great trip to the snow covered land of Western Michigan! It snowed pretty much the whole time we were there. We definitely do not miss the slow, treacherous traveling, but each time we visit we are reminded again of how much we miss our family and friends there!

It was nice to be able to get a head start on our trip by leaving on Thurday night. We were exhausted by the time we arrived but happy we had left earlier when we were able to enjoy the whole day on Friday.

Friday we spent with the Genther's and had a great time hanging out with them. Uncle Matt even stopped in for a visit on his way from Detroit. We always have such a great time with them and miss them terribly! Lena loved climbing up the stairs!

Saturday we were able to spend some time with our friends the Rumley's! The kids had fun playing together and we had a great time catching up with them. It is so much fun to see our families grow!

The Rumley's

Here's a picture of all five kids together! Can you believe they all sat still that long!!

Saturday night we enjoyed spending some time with Grandma and Grandpa Meyer, Aunt Judy, Uncle Matt, and Jeff and Louise. We were finally able to celebrate Christmas with Uncle Matt. He gave Lena the cutest sun dress and sweater for the spring, I can't wait for it to get warm so she can wear it! He also gave Grace a Princess Belle dress and tiara- he definitely knows his niece well!

Aunt judy gave Grace a princess Memory Game which we have already enjoyed playing.

Sunday we went to Church with Erik's parents and Grandma and grandpa mcmullin and then spent time with them eating lunch and then opening presents from Christmas.

Sunday night we went back to the genther's to spend a little more time with them before we had to go. The kids had a great time playing with their cousins and Erik had fun playing "wrestle mania!"

Monday we enjoyed a nice dinner catching up with Brett, Kristin, Cole, Erik's dad Bryan and his wife Kristen. It was fun seeing everyone together. Grace was absolutely fascinated with her cousin Cole!

Tuesday we headed home but made a stop in Detroit to see Matt at his restaurant. We treated us to a wonderful lunch and we had fun spending a little more time with him on our way home. It was a great stop! We made it home safe last night and have enjoyed a quiet day home today! It has been so nice to have Erik around everyday! We are definitely going to miss him when he heads back to work tomorrow. We are thankful for a safe trip, for good fellowship with friends and family, and for a wonderful time we were able to spend together as a family!