Living Near Family

The past couple of days has been a wonderful reminder to me of how precious it is (and what a gift it is) to be able to live near family. Wednesday, SueSue was able to come surprise the kids at Poodle's swimming lesson - and that is always such a treat to be able to see her "for no reason" in the middle of the week. Then last night, my folks came and watched the kids while Jmk and I went to his office Christmas party. I'm always able to have such a great, stress-free time when I know the kids are happy with their "baby-sitter".

It's a blessing. We're lucky.

Anyway - here's a picture that my mom got of us last night before we headed out. The kids were already in their pj's and ready for seepy-time. And Mommy and Daddy were looking forward to an evening out with each other!

Thank you so much to the bunchkins' wonderful grandparents who go the extra mile for them - we love you and we truly appreciate you so much!