The Anderson's finally made their first trip to the lake for the 2013 season! It was especially exciting because it was Nora's first trip and she would be meeting many people for the first time. I was a little anxious about traveling with two little ones but they never let me down, the trip went great! My dad was in town the night before we left so the kids and I traveled with him to get a jump start on the day. We didn't want to risk getting stuck in traffic with Erik after work. Thomas was thrilled to be going on a trip with Grandpa! Those two talked the whole way to Frazee. (3 hours) Little Nora was able to sleep through all the chit chat.
Thomas is more than likely saying "trip! Grandpa!"
It wasn't long after we pulled into the cabin that people started showing up to say hi. First it was Uncle Bub, Thomas was really excited to see Mathew and very interested in his hat.
Friday night we had dinner at Erik's parent's. While Hannah and Thomas were out on a walk they found this turtle. It was Thomas' first encounter with such a thing and much to my surprise he was not afraid!
First thing Saturday morning we visited Erik's grandparents. Grandma Rosie is recovering from a cancer treatment but she looked great and even had warm caramel rolls waiting for us. This was Dennis and Rosie's first time meeting Nora. She was sure content and comfortable in the arms of her great grandparents. (notice Nora's red hair!)
Grandpa Dennis put her right to sleep.
I presume trips to the Goose Gang will get more challenging as Thomas begins to realize that if we pay "monies" we can take those toys home with us. Luckily, he is not yet aware of this concept.
He is feeling like a cool dude on this rocking Harley!
There was so much to play with/on/in, we could have spent most of the day here!
The sun did finally come out so we headed to the lake. Our first visitor at the cabin was our good friend Mike! He was excited to meet Nora for the fist time.
These good lookin' guys needed a break from the sunshine and came up to check on Nora and me.
We shared a beautiful meal with beautiful people on a beautiful evening. The first meal of the year at the lake is always a special one, so glad we were able to be there.
I am so lucky to get to spend my life with these three. All my favorites!
These are the women behind MANY great childhood memories. Our good friend and lake neighbor, Kathy, Grandma Christine and Grandma LaRaye.
Uncle Pete, Cousin Lauren and Auntie Ann also stopped by for a visit. They had met Nora a couple weeks ago at Rob and Tanya's wedding but it was a hectic weekend for them and they didn't get much time to snuggle our little peanut.
After Mass on Sunday we headed to the lake to enjoy the last day of our little trip. Thomas was happy to help Auntie Hannah water the plants, I was happy he was able to stay clean!
Thomas got to go on his first Jeep ride. I hope he enjoyed it as much as Grandpa did!
Auntie Stephanie and her boyfriend Rij stopped out for a little fun in the sun and snuggle time.
Two of my best friends, Hannah and Mom!
Uncle Drew also made a quick trip to the lake to see us. It looks as though Thomas is telling him quite the story. :)
Hannah and Nora.
After a round of golf, John and Peter came to the cabin for a visit with the babies.
Three generations. Happy Father's Day, Erik and Grandpa John!
Uncle Peter and Nora.
We had a nice dinner with Peter and my parents before hitting the road. We got a late start on our trip home but our kids were troopers! We rolled in at 11:00, quickly tucked Thomas into bed and unloaded the car. We look forward to our next trip to the lake and will be happy to spend an extended period of time there in a couple weeks.
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