Back home for the 4th!

The time finally came to head home.

But we did have time to stop by our cousin's new place, which was beautiful!

In their few days of unpacking, they had even started setting up their chapel. 

Then it was off to the airport.

When we got home Joe filled us in on all of his adventures that he had while we were gone.

In fact, while we were traveling all over see godparents and godchildren, 

T's godfather was able to spend time with Joe!

And then it was the 4th of July!

We dressed in the appropriate colors and made the traditional sweets...

...and pulled the kids out of bed for the local fireworks.

And to finish today, here is my little girl loving on my littlest man.

Love, Us.

Summer Trip 2019: Marshall, Part 4

The fun on the farm continued, but not everything was wonderful.

I still had to workout. Not fun. But I did it.

And a sickness (high fever and lethargic for 24) went through the kids.

Random cute picture of the cutie after his fever passed.

Sometimes we had a bit too much fun...!

Wonderful meals were shared.

T made our traditional dessert on the Feast of the Hearts!

Bumpa and Grandma had good grandkid time.

I had some good hugs and conversations with my godchildren.

There was a good amount of fun games played among the kids.

It was wonderful to see this family growing!

The kids even found a turtle!

For our last full day in Marshall we decided to take a road trip with the cousins.

It didn't quite go as planned, since the children's museum was closed,

but we managed to have a great time.

Hector and I even fit in a nice quiet time while the kids went to a movie.

But, the time for leaving came eventually.

We snagged our last MN hugs and snuggles.

Love, Us.

Summer Trip 2019: Marshall, Part 3 - The Photo Shoots

You all knew these were coming.

This year's color theme: 

Red (boys) 

and Aqua (girls)

It was a beautiful day!

Total fail at getting a decent one of the kids and parents. 

Oh, well.

The Librande pic was pretty cute, though!

And then there was a little girl photo shoot!

Credit is given to Thérèse for the inspiration behind most of these poses.

Love, Us.