Saturday, May 30, 2009

Visit from both sides of the family

Jeff's brother and family as well as my sister and family flew out for Jeff's graduation. We're so grateful that they set aside time and money to help us celebrate this very special time for our family.
Hayley and her cousin Zoe heading to the grocery store in their princess dresses and high heels

Zoe trying out the infamous "big slide" at Mandarach Park while Ethan spectates from above

Greenhalgh cousins at Green Lane Park

The Gregersons joined the party....here they all are waiting for the ice cream man

He finally showed!

My sister in law, Erin, spent much of her visit cutting hair. She's so good that none of us could resist taking full advantage of her being there. Thanks again Erin!


A second visit to Mandarach


Wherever you can fun....you better believe you'll also find my parents there!


Megan and Ethan went on a cousin date to Jungle Wonder for a little glow in the dark mini golf


After Jeff's graduation, we decided to take short trip to Manhattan. We had been there several times before but this was our first time taking a double decker bus tour! I thought it was totally worth the money! We were able to see all of New York in 2 hours. The best part?? The kids slept on our laps for most of it!


Hayley developed a fascination and obsession with hair during this trip. Thank goodness her cousin Megan doesn't mind!


Times Square! You know what's crazy?? Dragging 5 kids under the age of 5 around downtown New York. Wouldn't recommend it.


The next day we spent almost the entire day in Central Park. It's absolutely gorgeous!


My sister's family in front of the famous Plaza Hotel

In between graduation and packing and moving our house, Ethan decided to have a birthday. My sister and brother in law were nice enough to throw him a 5th birthday party that can never be forgotten!

A pirate pinata while in their pajamas. What more could a kid ask for?
We had multiple themes this time around...pirate pinata, star wars supplies, and a spiderman cake. (basically whatever was on sale...) It was a blast nonetheless! Thanks Greenhalgh's!

Ethan graduated from preschool a day later


Hayley, Zoe, Ethan and Megan....the best of friends


Sadly, the trip had to come to an end. Thanks so much to everyone that came out to support Jeff for his graduation!

1 comment:

Karine said...

What an insanley fun time! I am so glad you were able to have family come for Jeff's big day.
Wish we could have been there as well.
PS You look amazing, especially in the pic on the double decker bus! WOOT-WOOT!!