Visiting

A couple of weeks ago, my Mom and my 8 year old niece, Jenna, flew in from Idaho to stay with us for 10 days.  You could tell Milan was so thrilled to have her Grandmother and cousin around.  Milan adores Jenna and the two had a wonderful time together.  As Jenna puts it, they are "Sister Cousins", and I couldn't agree more.  Our visit was a whirlwind of activity, we went shopping at a couple of area malls, visited New York City (my Mom and Jenna's first visit), went to Peddler's Village, attended a local craft show, and when the weather permitted, played in our neighborhood park. 

 

Jenna modeling a new Spring outfit

Milan trying to escape bath time!

Mom putting the finishing touches on a quilt she made for Milan.

All finished!

Having lunch at the American Girl Doll store in NYC

Mom and James enjoying their American Girl lunch!

Trying to select a new outfit for Natasha.

Rockefeller Center

While we were in NYC, Milan spent the day with her Aunt Sherie and cousin Vincent.  They had a great time at a local playground.

Taking a walk in the park.

Walking in grass for the very first time.

Playing in the playground area.

Jenna reading Milan her bedtime story.

Our last morning together.  :(

We had such a good time together, I really hated to see them go.  It's so hard having my family live so far away from us.  

Aunt Catherine (Jenna's Mom) requested a video showing the two girls playing together.  Here it is.....