Visitors

So I need to give a shout out to all the people who came to help out for the first four weeks of Clementine's life.  I couldn't have survived without all of your help and support.

First of all, Thanks to Justin for being able to take a full week off and sacrificing a couple of your vacation days to hang out with the kids.  It was really wonderful to see you being so great with them.  I am very impressed with your fathering skills and I see how much our kids love you.

Justin hanging out at the pool

Taking care of a feverish Bea over Memorial Day weekend

Then my fabulous friend/sister/inspiration Christi came with her two kids and played with us all week long.  She was a godsend since my mom wasn't coming until the next week.  I don't know what I would have done without her help...and I have no pictures of her! What the heck! Sorry sista!

Then my mom came bearing gifts, as always, and made sure we all had good food to eat and tried to tame my wild children.  I hope she's recovered!

 As much as I would have loved Clementine to be in this photo shoot, I know we wouldn't have been able to see her face and she would have been screaming the whole time.  So this is the girls sans Clementine.

Nanna B chatting with Clementine

 Nanna B protecting Clementine from Bea the baby killer

Shortly after my mom's arrival, my sister, Lucy, came in from NYC just for the weekend.  It was so wonderful to see her since we hardly get to see each other.  I miss that little girl.

Our friends the Lothamers came in for the day from Indiana to finalize the adoption of her oldest two kids to her husband so they came over for a little celebration.  We miss them so much!

The Lothamer and Hohl kids having a concert.  Love the rockstar pose by Dominic!

At the end of my mom's visit, my step-brother and his family came with their two adorable little boys to play for a couple days.  We couldn't have had more fun and Henry and Bea got along very well with their sweet boys.  Hurray for cousins!

The kids having a picnic in the living room.  The two boys are Luke and Miles(little one) They are almost the exact same age as Henry and Bea.  So fun!

After my mom, my dad came for a week and was such a huge help.  He took the kids out for hikes and to the playground almost every day leaving me home to nurse, clean, cook, and take care of the baby.  He was so fun to have around and lightened my stress level a lot.  My kids really loved their time with him.

At the zoo looking at a peacock fanning it's feathers

Dad at the baby blessing looking all dapper

Dad doing double duty, feeding the baby and entertaining Henry. Woo Hoo Dad!

Then last, but not least, Justin's parents came in town for Franklin's graduation and played with us all weekend. Justin, my dad, and Burnell all spent time painting the playfort and now it looks fabulous! It was the hottest day of the year so far and totally humid. A million thank-yous for all your hard work!

Gammie snuggling up with Clementine

 The boys painting the playfort.  Can you tell how hot it was?Yikes! Look at that bright sun!