Trip to Texas

Ryan had a break in May and we drove to Texas to see Uncle Dan and Aunt Fuzzy.

Highlights:
1. Grandma and Grandpa came at the same time and spoiled all of us!
2. Devon thought Max was there just for him and could frequently be found laying on the poor dog!
3. Aunt Fuzzy was able to get a boat for the afternoon and we all went out on the lake for a ride and swim - the kids had a blast, especially taking turns driving the boat!
4. The hot, humid Texas weather reminded me to be grateful for the dry Arizona air!
5. We spent the afternoon on the bank of the San Marcos river where the kids got to try their hand at kayaking!
6. Ryan and I were able to do a session at the San Antonio temple with free babysitting!

Lowlights:
1. The 15-hour drive is not something we would like to repeat anytime soon!
2. We couldn't lock Devon in his room and although contrary to his obedient 2-year old nature would not stay in bed - some nights he was up until midnight!
3. Ryan's vacation went by way too fast especially on this trip!

Here are a few pictures (Unfortunately, we did not get a single picture of the kids with Max!):



This is Devon with his "I'm too cool for you" look. They had the radio on while he was driving and he was thinking he was hot stuff with his hair blowing in the wind bobbing his head to the music!




Marissa had a great time driving the boat as well although her turn was much shorter than Devon's. Once Devon got behind the wheel he was staying there for awhile. Luckily, Marissa was very gracious about it!