We landed in Durango just about the same time as Kristal was being released at the hospital, so we ended up meeting on their driveway.
Excitement was spilling over, not only because we were meeting our newest grandson, but we all had not seen each other since June.
Visiting with suitcases in hand, lends itself to a completely different kind of visit. It's a time of complete immersion into the real life of our little family. This time it was a special treat to share in the firsts of Koen's homecoming ... such as first baths and bedtime snuggles. Then, of course, the usual games, stories and visits to our room to cuddle or jump on the bed.
Natalie reminded me about the "baking cupcakes while Landon is napping" scheme
and we fit that in right away so that we have some more chances later in the week yet too. This time around she also planned what we would do "while the cupcakes are baking". Sometimes I wonder whom she takes after.
We've had several walks along the beautiful river close by. I could hardly put my camera away, it was so beautiful!
We've all taken turns with snuggles and playing and I get to stay and enjoy a lot more of this but, sadly, I'm on my own now as work has beckonned my H back home, however, even just two days have been well worth the trip and the special memories made once again.
We landed in Durango just about the same time as Kristal was being released at the hospital, so we ended up meeting on their driveway.
Excitement was spilling over, not only because we were meeting our newest grandson, but we all had not seen each other since June.
Visiting with suitcases in hand, lends itself to a completely different kind of visit. It's a time of complete immersion into the real life of our little family. This time it was a special treat to share in the firsts of Koen's homecoming ... such as first baths and bedtime snuggles. Then, of course, the usual games, stories and visits to our room to cuddle or jump on the bed.
Natalie reminded me about the "baking cupcakes while Landon is napping" scheme
and we fit that in right away so that we have some more chances later in the week yet too. This time around she also planned what we would do "while the cupcakes are baking". Sometimes I wonder whom she takes after.
We've had several walks along the beautiful river close by. I could hardly put my camera away, it was so beautiful!
We've all taken turns with snuggles and playing and I get to stay and enjoy a lot more of this but, sadly, I'm on my own now as work has beckonned my H back home, however, even just two days have been well worth the trip and the special memories made once again.
16 comments:
Annalise . ..so wonderful to see you in gandparenting immersion. There seem so be so few good things about having children live away. .but this is one thing that is very special. .and I wish you much joy this week.
Your new little fellow is just a sweet lamb.
Awwww, the picture of you, H, and Koen is just beautiful! It captures the feelings that I imagine a grandparent would have. Have a wonderful time visiting!
What wonderful excitement to be sharing some time with your daughter and her family. Your heart must be bursting with love, especially at meeting this new grandchild! Dairymary
Oh so sweet. How wonderful that you can be there to lighten the load. Love the photos. The area looks really pretty. Blessings...
Well how about that: Durango actually was made even more scenic than before with the addition of that little one.
Lucky you to be able to be there for all the fun first in his life.
I have to agree with Lovella that this definitely is one of the good things about having children live far away, that when you get to visit you get to see them 24/7 and get in on all the firsts.......so wonderful and what a little cutie!!! Enjoy!
oh my goodness, he looks unbelievably tiny in that last photo with his cute little overalls on! how wonderful for you to visit him so fresh and new and even more wonderful for kristal to have your loving, helping hands available!
Oh I'm so glad you put up pictures! I cannot get enough of that little Koen--those little lips are perfection!! I'm so glad you're having a great time, I bet everyone just loves having you! Give everyone a squeeze from their auntie!
He is so darling!! Glad you are able to go visit and enjoy the firsts! :)
What wonderful pictures - your happiness and love for your grandkids just shines in every photo. I can see you will be busy with all 3 little ones. Enjoy your grandma time.
Anneliese..have a wonderful week with your precious ones..great photos!
Love the pictures! Enjoy your visit!
Aw...what special moments you captured. Have a wonderful week...total immersion in 'grammying'.
Such wonderful moments for you to treasure...He looks beautiful.
I love how your sweet little Natalie sits up on the counter. My girls used to always sit on the island.
Keep holding and supporting..you have a wonderful way of loving your distant children.
I nm sooo happy for you that you got this time with your kids... What a very special bonding time and building memories that time will not fade.
What a blessing!
An adorable little family!
Precious!!!!!! Kathy
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