31 December 2011

Virginia Christmas-Part III

*this is a picture heavy post*

We scheduled our trip to Virginia around when Miles and Marisa were going to be in town.  It would be a shame for them to be all the way over on the East Coast and us not see them.

The first day, we met them for dinner and a little shopping at Yankee Candle in Williamsburg.  The boys picked up right where they left off and didn't miss a beat!

Jack and Miles...reunited

Miles giving Jack a lesson on how to use your sippy cup...without your parents help

Ah, the menus have arrived.  What shall we get?

The boys reading their menues

We wanted a picture to emphasize the twinkle lights in the background

And one that shows we took our babies to a bar-they are unimpressed

not sure what caught their attention here
After dinner, we headed to Yankee Candle to look around.

The boys were mesmerized by the animatronic bears

Big Bird was creepin'

Jack loved the fake snow falling

Jack and I found a reindeer to ride

Miles decided to join in on the fun

Miles realized he could probably drive better than me

The next morning, we met at Sentara Fitness Center for a causal swim lesson with Mrs. Austin (Marisa's mom).  Jack hadn't been in a pool in several months and wasn't too thrilled about having to get in one that day.  Miles, on the other hand, was happy as a clam in the water.

Jack working on blowing bubbles

Miles seeing how high he can fly
Once we got cleaned up and dressed we headed out for some lunch before we said out goodbyes.

The boys wearing their matching bags

just asking a few questions at the front desk
 We attempted to get a cute picture of the boys before our time together was over, but we weren't very successful.

Miles and Jack trying to escape

We attempted using an electrical outlet as a distraction (don't try this at home)

Jack said, "that's dangerous" and made a break for it

Miles counting to 10 while Jack goes and hides
We were so happy to see Miles and Marisa while they were in town and it makes us sad that we don't get to see them more often.  We treasure our time together and can't wait to see them again soon!

Jack slept the entire way home after all of his fun adventures in Virginia!

2 comments:

Marisa said...

I have been waiting for this post! I love the photos! We always have such a good time. I am so happy that you all came up to just visit us. We feel so loved. I can't wait for another swim lesson. I always wish you lived closer but at least we have been able to see each other a few times. I am planning for NC in May.

Andy and Ashley said...

Its so great to see pics like this after a year has passed in y'alls lives! What a fun holiday! BTW with all this Virginia you are totally making me miss going to the movies at the Patrick Henry Mall with your fam and getting slurpees!