We went to Virginia to visit Sara, Ed, Archer and Geneva this weekend. I don’t know why but I do love a road trip, all the things to see and talk about and the excitement to get where you’re going. I was supremely proud of Amelia who powered through the entire car ride without a peep. Almost nine hours in a car and she was raring to go which was good because so was Archer. They had a fab afternoon together and it was great being with our friends again. The kids even had a bath together and whilst Amelia scared Archer with her up-front-come-get-me attitude, they enjoyed a very different end to their usual evening routine. (The video will have to stay in the vault if I still want either of them to be talking to me when they’re older).
On Saturday, after a naughty breakfast of pancakes we got all 7 of us ready and went to the top of a mountain to visit the zoo…what a great place to be. The air was clear, the sun was shining and the kids got to blow off some steam. Sara caused me to hyperventilate and look at her with sheer horror when she told me that she runs (yes, runs) up the mountain – FOR FUN. Seriously?! I can feel my airways closing up now as I relive the conversation!! LOL. The kid truly had a ball playing with one another and chasing after each other (OK, Amelia mostly chased after Archer but they were both laughing). I do hope they’ll always be friends…
We had such a wonderful time catching up and seeing their new city, it just all went by so quickly. Next time, when we barge in, we’ll be staying for longer…there is so much more I want to do and so much more to catch up on…thanks for having us. We had a wonderful time with amazing friends.
Of course I got some pictures although most are snapshots…thanks Sara for the family pic, it’s been a long time since we had a picture with all of us in it. Amelia has been having fun with jumping, she does it all day long and seems to really be doing well with it…
Vinita says: Looks like you all had a brilliant time! Love Amelia bouncy curls and your family portraits! on 03.28.12 @ 5:54 am
Betty says: Fabulous photo's - looks like you all had fun, especially at the zoo. Good friends are a rare find, I am glad you found each other. on 03.28.12 @ 8:53 am
sara says: We loved having you here, and had such a great time! Looking forward to the next visit! on 03.28.12 @ 9:56 am
Auntie Lallah says: Looks like a great trip. Hope you always know Archer and keep up the friendship Your parents are so so good looking. The familyics are fab! Love you on 03.29.12 @ 8:33 am
Rach says: you're beautiful, Kate! loveeee your little family <3 on 04.13.12 @ 3:46 pm