There and Back...

We survived our Texas trip.  Here's a rundown of 10 random things about our trip... 

1. Humidity - It wasn't that bad.  I was a total baby about it and we didn't even have the opportunity to pretend we were in the rainforests of South America.  The only obvious links were more bugs and GREEN.  Although it was still interesting to see that our towels, swimsuits, etc didn't just dry like they do here...

2. It was still hot, so we enjoyed the outdoors most in the mornings.

3. Seeing the effects of our study of maps and geography!  They got so excited when we crossed the border from Oklahoma (where we flew to) into Texas (where the family reunion was held)

4.Xander's insisting to everyone he met that Oklahoma looks like a gun.  Can we say A.L.L. B.O.Y

5. Spending time with FAMILY!  There were over 50 of us that were related - somehow!

This was just Rich's grandmothers side of the family...

6. Eight little rugrats ranging from 2-7 years old running around.  The boys loved their new friends!

7. PLAYSILKS!  These are one of the most versatile toys ever and pack so small and light!   They were a hit with the kids.  Princesses and knights were present at each family dinner!  I've blogged in the past about tricks for travelling with little one's.  Playsilks didn't make that list, but they sure are great for a destination with little to no toys available!

8. Swimming and watching my sister-in-law dunk my husband and then getting it dished right back at her!  Gotta love sibling relationships!!!

9. Time to hang out with my wonderful in-laws!

10 Flying without a baby.  After having taken MANY trips with a baby, this was by far the easiest plane trip we've ever had!  Everyone talks, can be reasoned with and uses the bathroom!

So now we are trying to pull ourselves together and get back into a routine here.  They were pretty stretched as far as sleep was concerned, but we are excited to jump back into the swing of things soon...