Adventures in Mississippi

We took what might be the last LOOOOOONG road trip to Mississippi in a while at spring break.  It took 17 hours to get there and almost 15 to return.  That's a lot of driving for an adult much less a three and two year old (and a 35 week old fetus).  The kids were great in the car considering how long we are in there and I was very pleased.  Sleeping was a little rough a few nights and I was very frustrated but they survived and it was all worth it to spend time with our families.  This is our THIRD drive down there since living in Omaha!

Here are some pictures of all the fun!

First stop was Gambrell manor.  The hightlights of Gambrell manor are always the outdoor fun, Uncle Mateo (and of course Mia and Papa too), Great Grannie and lots of GOOD food!  This time was extra special because my kids were able to meet some of my extended family too!!!

Second stop was Grandma and Grandpa where the highlight for the kids is seeing their three cousins!!!!

So glad we made the trip....worth it.

Departing Omaha---VERY excited!

The drive is not complete without oodles of pillows and stuffed animals

Walking to Great Grannies house

Aunt Amy playing with Caleb!!!!

Aunt Amy playing with Caleb!!!!

My cousin Brittany playing with the kids, first time meeting Caleb and they were not hesitant AT ALL!

SO SWEET....this was one of the moments that made the trip worth it for sure

Playing REAL Nintendo with Mateo---DUCK HUNT!

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Foosball!

I had no idea this was allowed but apparently Mia let them do gymnastics...Looks fun!

Hike in the woods "across the creek"

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Matt Wilkins came to fish with Matthew and they took Addison for a spin on the boat, we were all surprised she went!

Caleb and I watched Addison in the boat--no way was this massive pregnant lady getting in a boat!

Making Addison's Castle cupcakes!

TA DA!!!!!!!!!

Brandon, MS

Ring around the rosey

We all fall down---the best part!

Caleb photo bombing!

Prom Pic

Matthew and I tried to make it look like none of the kids were ours....LOL

Soon to be SIX grandchildren for this set of granparents!

Jello Eggs; Shea--not so much

Reid was all in!

And can you tell Addison belongs in this family??!

The two princesses

The two princesses photo bombed by Reid

Oh the irony---Pinkalicious book and a soccer ball :)

Headed home!  Didnt last long like this :)

Again----didnt sleep much!