Yes, a little late but better late than never! We have been playing catch up since we got back from visiting some of our best friends from college, Shelly and Joe. They recently had their first baby, Taylor, three months ago and she is an absolute doll - a little mini-me of Shelly. It was a great weekend - we were a bit nervous about the six hour car trip out to West Texas with Clara (the child who doesn't stop moving) but she was a trooper. We were prepared with snacks, videos, new, never before seen toys, and of course, books. Clara doesn't go anywhere without a book. Both trips, going and coming home were uneventful, thank goodness.
We had a great time just hanging out and catching up and playing with our kids. We definitely took advantage of their parks and duck pond. Yes, and what visit to Midland would be complete without a visit to Rosa's Mexican Cafe? (Insert, angels singing) I know. I know. I live in Dallas, restaurant capitol of the world, but that is what I look forward to eating - call me crazy.
We had a total downpour on Saturday night and Clara was able to enjoy a real West Texas deluge. The streets and the sidewalks flood like crazy in Midland and what rain would not be complete without splashing in the the puddles? I have great memories of splashing in the puddles and racing homemade sailboats in the gutters growing up.
Clara was just smitten with Taylor and was so considerate and affectionate with her. It was too sweet. The video below was too funny not to share - Taylor's first swim.
Oh, and I promise I did remember to bring pants for Clara. She just didn't want to wear them very much, so many of the photos below she is just wearing a shirt. A little redneck, but hey, it's West Texas.
Shelly and Joe, we had a great time and look forward to seeing you again soon!
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