South Carolina

The weekend after Christmas we were able to get away to much warmer (but not super warm) temps. Erik's mother and Grandma gifted us with a trip to South Carolina to visit the rest of the Pilot side of the family. We hadn't seen many of them in years. There were 3 cousins that we had not even met yet. So, it was a fun little reunion, especially since there were six kids under five years old. Crazy!

 

This was Nora's first experience with air travel. Thomas' last flight was when he was four months old so it was pretty much a new experience for him too. He loves airports and planes as much as his father!

We were so happy to be done with our traveling for the day. Thomas was ready to play! He enjoyed a quick little lunch with cousin Marley.

It was so fun to be on the water for the afternoon. It wasn't super warm but it sure was nice to be outside without freezing!

Family pic! The warm sunshine sure felt nice.

I love this picture of Erik and his sweet Grandma Hazel.

After the boat ride we visited the park. Thomas watched big cousin Eli go down the slide head first, now it's the only way to go down!

Auntie Stephanie snuggled Nora on the swing.

Our poor kids had been cooped up for weeks so I wanted to keep them outside as much as possible. Thomas was thrilled to be out playing.

Sleepy Nora seemed to enjoy herself too.

Thomas and Jack had fun sifting through the sand together. Thomas is three months older than Jack.

The second day we visited a children's museum on Hilton Head Island. Like father like son, Thomas was most interested in the "jumbo jet."

The magic sand was fun too, but playing with cousins and auntie is the most fun!

Grandma playing with both babies. Nora loved that little mirror deal, and Thomas loves anything with a steering wheel.

Must have been a great book!

Whew Whoo!

Big Cousin Marley was so good to Nora. Wish these kids could play together more often.

Big group photo. Thank you Deb and Kent for hosting us all weekend- such a special weekend with family!

Nora with Great Grandma Hazel.

Our chubby little red head.

Little loves for Daddy.

My best guys.

I love this shot of Marley and Thomas.

It was so refreshing to spend the afternoon playing outside.

It's amazing how entertaining wooden blocks can be. I stack them up, she knocks them down.

It looks like Grandma Jo is enjoying some play time with Thomas and Marley.

We had to remind Thomas about grass and push mowers.

Photo Credit goes to Uncle Peter.

Just chilling in the swing. Can not wait for spring!

Thank you to Grandma Jo and Grandma Hazel for "sponsoring" the trip. Thanks to the Fuller's for being such accommodating hosts. It was SO nice to spend time with family we don't get to see very often.