Vacation-Wisconsin

Before heading to Georgia we wanted to make sure we got some quality time in with family.  We were so lucky to have all of our family in the same general location currently which allowed us to check in with everyone without making a lot of trips ourselves.

Our first stop was Wisconsin to see Josh's side.  Josh's brother's family is there and his parents were also up visiting.  The usually travel north during the summer (from Florida) to see the grand kids.  The first few days here were slow which was so nice after a long road trip.  We got to visit with the kids and parents while Mara enjoyed running around with her cousins.

I was pleasantly surprised as to how fast she warmed up to the kids.  She loves running around with them and lets the older ones pick her up.  She is also so willing to give out kisses, hugs and high fives all around.

The week went by fast.  For the most part we hung around the house visiting with family and enjoying time together.  We did get out a few times to break up the days.  One day we played at a local park and another we spent shopping new clothes for Josh.

The fourth of July weekend was busy as Josh's sister and family came down from Minnesota.  We went swimming and celebrated birthdays (separate post on this!).  We also took Mara to see her first fireworks in Waukesha and they were a huge hit.  She is still talking about the big booms in the sky!

It was a great week and it went by way too fast!  It's hard to believe it may be years before we see everyone again but we are so thankful that we were able to have this time together.