A Visit from the Texans

Last weekend we hosted Daniel's sister and her family. They were on a whirlwind tour of the East Coast, driving from San Antonio and spending a month on the road and with family. They are a brave family. :) Natalie and Cecelia got to sleep in the girls' room with them, so we had a houseful of girls! We got to meet our new niece, Analise, who was born on Abigail's birthday this year. Analise had great cheeks, and she was a very content baby. We never had one of those. :)

Do you see a trend here? Wherever there is a baby, there is Cora holding the baby. :)Umm...when did Cora grow up this much? Doesn't she look lovely? Daniel took the picture and then brought it to me; he was all sad and nostalgic.

Shiloh wanted to get a picture of how cute Analise's legs were. I agreed that they were pretty cute and gave her the camera.

Cecelia needed a warm lap to snuggle, and Uncle Daniel was happy to oblige!

The girls are investigating things on our walk to Kohr Bros. Frozen Custard shop. I am really going to miss being able to walk .7 of a mile to get some frozen custard!

Jackson was VERY, VERY taken with Analise, and he walked the entire way there and back holding Analise's hand. He also took it upon himself to entertain her at all times and put her pacifier back in when she needed it. It was adorable.

Look at those cute cousins holding hands! Adah was a good protector for Cecelia, holding tightly to her hand and helping her along. She is a such a sweetie. Cecelia made her giggle from her silliness and laughter.

Here's Jackson with his "charge."
Nathaniel wanted to hold her on his lap, too. I think his hold is more like a full Nelson (half Nelson?). Jackson was hovering, not sure if this was okay.

All the cousins on Sunday night ready for bed. They are patient to put up with us.

We had a more posed shot, but I snapped this one when Sara said something funny and the kids cracked up. They so enjoyed one another's company, and I'm sad they live so far away!!!

What a blessing it was to worship with them and have family worship together in the evenings. We had such a wonderful time with them, and we made some great memories with the kids.