The Eikelands Visit!

Before I get into their visit, last Friday Matthew and I took the kids to the zoo.  I am mentioning it because it was Catie's first (of many) trips.  I don't think she was too impressed, though.

Up close with the rhinos!

Feeding time for the snake.  (We didn't stay there too long.)

The kids feeding the giraffe.

The boys were so excited that the Eikelands came for a visit.  I love that the cousins get along so well and play great together.  I'm sure it's a little hard for Kayleigh being the oldest, but she doesn't let it show if it bothers her.  Somehow Erik snuck in the house first and was the first one to hold Catie.  Actually, Lisa brought some goodies for me and was busy bringing it in, giving Erik the chance to hold her.

I'm not really sure what the kids did all day, though they were outside a lot.  I guess Lisa and I just let the dads be in charge. :)  We were pretty sure the kids weren't going to take naps, so we let them watch "Frozen" and rest a bit.  While they did that, Lisa and I went to Kohl's and Target to do some shopping.  We were at Kohl's longer than planned, but we both walked out with $10 in Kohl's cash...and probably spending more than we planned!

The Eikelands made plans to meet with friends for dinner and then head home.  It was a short visit, but we loved having them here!

Mini mommy

Elise stealing Alex's water

This is what a tired Alex looks like. :(

When we were looking at these pictures tonight, Robbie said "Elise is sitting in my lap!"

Silly faces

The girl cousins

Brian and Catie

The big cousins

Silly faces

It's really hard getting a picture of 6 kids ages 6 and under!