Spring Break in VA

Since Brian had to attend a week long seminar in DC, we decided it would be the perfect time to visit our old stomping grounds (Virginia Beach/Norfolk) and connect with some of our closest friends. Plus, I was planning to go back east at some point to help host a baby shower for my friend Mary Beth, so by combining our trips, I didn't have to travel with 2 kids alone. Always a bonus!

We all traveled together to Virginia Beach, arriving VERY late the first night. The kids were a little off for a day or so, but settled in pretty quickly. Brian was able to take Aubrey to the beach (in the cold and rain) and enjoy a few meals before heading up to DC for his class. The kids and I stayed with Jeny, Bob and Avery for the week. It was a great change of scenery and I loved spending time with Jeny. It was great to have adult conversations throughout the day!. Avery (2) and Aubrey played really well together this visit, and by Thursday or so, were fighting just like siblings :). I loved seeing other friends in the area too. We enjoyed multiple meals and conversations with the Sherwins, and a few other "blasts from the past" stopped by to say hello. (Thanks KJ and Piggger).

I have to say, I think this break was far more exhausting than any college spring break (vacation or not, I still had to chase 2 kids), but I loved every minute of it. I wish I had the energy to write witty remarks and tell every story from the week, but I'm doing well just to get a few photos up tonight.

Avery was so sweet with Henry. She made sure he stayed hydrated.

We helped Bob celebrate his birthday.

The kids, together again. Still not easy to get a good shot.

The kids were climbing off the walls one morning, so we loaded them up and went to the mall to let them run around the play area. They also went on their first Mary-Go-Round.

Aubrey said she felt just like Mary Poppins, but refused to ride the horse.

Virginia is for lovers. Did I mention Avery liked Henry?

It was cold and rainy for the first part of the week, but we managed to make it to the park when the clouds cleared. Too bad the water wasn't cleared off the slide. Oops. Aubrey was soaked. I'm sure she'll appreciate this photo one day. Who needs a changing room.

Can anyone find Henry? Safety first. Never know when those dear hunters will be out.

We went to Tyler and Mary Beth's condo for an awesome brunch. The girls found a great way to entertain themselves.

That's all for tonight. I'll post photos from the baby shower tomorrow. Nite nite.