Each year, Doug has Good Friday as a company holiday, so we try to take advantage of the long weekend. This year, we made the trek to Michigan to celebrate Easter and Ava's first birthday, with family. Ava did unbelievably well on the way to and from Michigan. We made great time until we hit the Michigan state line, where EVERYTHING turned to ice! It SNOWED in April!?! It seemed everyone on I-75 was going about 30 MPH, it was that icy. Fortunately we made it to MI safe and sound, staying with Doug's parents and sister Tracy.
Because Ava's birthday party coincided with Easter weekend, and because Ava loves all things "bunny", we had a bunny-themed birthday party. I made a cake in the shape of a bunny for her "smash" cake. She didn't quite know how to blow-out the candle, so we'll practice for birthday #2. :-) After kissing the bunny on the nose, she seemed to get into the frosting a bit more. She seemed to like it. She's almost able to unwrap presents; I think by Christmas she'll be able to really tear-into gifts.
At the party, Ava was able to celebrate with all of her grandparents, Great Grammy, and some other "Greats" (Uncle Danny and Aunt Linda). She received many fun gifts: a fun Tickle-me Elmo, lots of books, cute stuffed animals, fun ride toys, electronic remotes, cell phones, keys, a Barbie laptop, and very cool clothes. Thank you so much for spoiling her! (Party attendees were: Mommy and Daddy, Grandma and Grandpa Carey, Grandma Dolly and Grandpa Dean, Grandma Pam and Grandpa Bill, Great Grammy, Great Uncle Danny, Great Aunt Linda, Daymian, Jordan, Aunt Kristen, Olivia, Sophia, Aunt Tracy, Tom, Ginger, Jake, Lora. Great Grandma Burnis and Aunt Janice tried to come, but the roads were pretty dangerous, so they headed back home).
We had a full schedule while visiting, as always, but were able to see most everyone. We were even able to briefly stop by Grandma and Grandpa Spangler's house, to visit. Please keep Mr. Spangler and his family in your prayers, as he is currently in hospice care at home.
Easter Sunday Ava went egg-hunting at the grandparents' houses. She was a bit worn-out from partying too hard on Saturday, but she made it through the day wonderfully. She went to three sets of grandparents' houses! A world traveler...
We haven't been back a week yet, and miss everyone already. Thanks so much for showering our little family with your love, as always.
Shelly
1 comment:
I'm glad you were able to visit your family, and that the trip was safe.
Ava's pictures are so cute! Thanks for sharing.
- Holly (Dyer) Davis
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