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Arizona

We were so looking forward to our trip to Arizona over mid winter break this year!  Not only were we ready for a little sun and warmth but we haven't seen our east coast crew since I was 28 weeks pregnant with Eliza.  

It took literally 2 minutes before our kids were past the shyness stage and were running around the airport with each other.  It was so fun to see them together and how easily they all hit it off.  

We had a lot of fun adventures in Arizona.  Lot's of pool time, family time park time, and soaking up the sun! The day after we got home Eliza cried because she just wanted to see the cactus' again.  

Reunited! 


We loved spending time at Don and Jen's place one evening!  They have a beautiful location!


When in Arizona it is a must to have some Mexican!  After a day in the sun and pool the kids were absolutely content to sit quietly and relax with a coloring book!  Luckily I had one packed for everyone!

There was a great park near the McNair's place and we enjoyed an afternoon of playing a little football on the turf.  The kids had a ton of fun! 






Grandpa and Oma's condo was right across the street from the train park.  We frequented it a lot and enjoyed playing at the park and tossing the football.  One morning we met friends from Sam's school there.  Their family is moving to Arizona at the end of the school year (sad) so they were down their looking at homes while we were there too.  We are going to miss them!


We went back later that afternoon with the cousins and enjoyed picnic, a train ride and a spin on the carousal!











The McNair family had an AMAZING place and we enjoyed spending some afternoons at their place and in the pool!  

The 'backyard' fort


some bubble time!


One morning we went to the Arabian horse show.  We weren't sure if it would be something the kids enjoyed but thought we would give it a try.  It was definitely a nice change to the day and the kids loved the horses.  Plus, someone at the door gave us free tickets which made it even better!  Eliza loves horses and she was mesmerized!





It was hot - we needed a shade and popcorn break!

These horses were awesome!  You could slide them across the floor by pushing your feet in the stirrups - they could have been ours - for a mere $350!

A stop (or two) at In N Out - a must!



Cannonball!  Her favorite!

Cole has become an amazing swimmer - however he just terrifies me!  He is fully independent but his favorite thing to do is just silently slip underwater and sink to the bottom!  It constantly looks to me like he is drowning but he's all good!  He got a major work out - he was the only kid (other than Eliza) who could never touch the bottom.  That kid was exhausted from spending hours in the pool!

This little girl loves the water.  We can't wait to get our pool pass again this summer and watch this one learn more!


Everyone loves the hot tub!

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