Because Spencer came to visit from Okinawa for a week Clarke decided to hold his annual birthday tournament. This year he had a Hearts tournament. Along with Ally flying in from Utah, we were all able to go to the BAy area and participate in the fun.
Spencer, Ally, Sarah and Spencer H. enjoying conversation. Oh... by the way Hannah was born this month and I was able to watch her along with 8 others during the tournament. Wish I had a picture of that but my hands were busy and full for those two hours.
We were so happy that Jon was able to fly in from Texas to be at the tournament. Thank Jon ! We were all glad to see you. By the way.... Sarah won the tournament! AMAZING!
The grandkids enjoyed birthday cake with Clarke and lots of food before all the guests arrived for the tournament. That is Mckay, then Lucy, Maren and Taylor. They sure are getting big.
All five of my children with their cousin Jon. It will be at least two years before we are all together again because Spencer is in Japan .Aren't they a good looking group! We love them!
Ok.. I admit we were a bit over stimulated but having a great time!
Another of the highlights of February was I was able to watch Clarke's children for four days while they had a small vacation for their 10th anniversary. We had lots of parks days, and outdoor time as the weather was beautiful.
Lucy loved this apparatus. I couldn't get her off. She's a doll.
We took a trip to the Castle Air Museum which the kids seem to like. There were so many planes. Of course we had to have lunch at the nearby Mcdonalds....and play in the play gym.
In February we attended the blessing of our tenth grandchild Hannah. She is so sweet and adorable. Sarah looks great for having number 5. I was able to spend 5 days at Sara's house getting to know her. She is a great addition to their family.
Taylor is Sarah's oldest and my first grandchild. She is amazing and such a good big sister.
This was taken on Hannah's blessing day. It was sunny but it was freezing and the kids wanted to get this overwith. They are such a good looking group and I had so much fun with them. Taylor will be in third grade next year. Mckay in second and Maren will join the ranks of kindergarten. Benson can be the big brother and enjoy time with mom and Hannah.
She is such a chunky monkey. Here she is only 3 weeks old. She sleeps alot during the day but is up till midnight. Think she has her days and nights mixed up. That is one advantage of being a grandma.... I do not have to get up for feedings. Been there, done that.
