Monday, January 12, 2009

Family Visit

Ryan was out of town for 4 days this past week. He went on his annual weekend trip with his "boys" from college in Asheville. The thought of 4 days alone with the girls seemed a little overwhelming so I asked my mom to come up and stay with me. She was a little reluctant at first since she will be coming back in a couple weeks for Avery's birthday. So, my brother was game and he ended up talking my mom in to it as well. They arrived on Thursday and we had an excellent visit. Avery enjoyed having Nana & Uncle Matt to play with and I enjoyed them making my load a little lighter. Mom helped with laundry, cooking, cleaning, bathing, diapering...the list goes on! She's one in a million and I am so grateful that she is "that kind of mom". God gave her a Servant's Heart and I am blessed enough to benefit from it! Uncle Matt helped keep Avery entertained by reading her some books and trying to teach her to ride her tricycle. He's a great Uncle and is really great with kids...he's single if you know of anyone interested! Here are a few pictures from their visit. Thanks so much for making the trip guys! It meant the world to me!
Nana & her girls
Avery made a train with her chairs
Storytime with Uncle Matt
Riley showing off for Nana

3 comments:

megan said...

Wow, can your family come stay with me for a while? :)

NCThorps said...

That is so sweet and looks like you had a great visit!! Jacob will be out of town from Feb. 8-12, would your mom come stay with me too!! :)

East Carolina In My Mind said...

What a fun time you had with your mom and bro! So glad they could come stay with you while Ryan was away!