Friday Favorites

We arrived back from Leakey, Tx Sunday and have been on the go since. Tuesday we left bright and early to fly back to California and due to packed flights, my mom was able to stay the night with us before leaving to head back to Houston on Wednesday. It is never easy saying goodbye and I usually have to fight back tears every time. It's harder with the kids not understanding why they can't see all of their family. Taylor is constantly asking "Where's Mimi?" Instead of a huge update, I'll make it simple today and just give my Friday Favorites.

5. My mom flying back with me to California.
When I flew home in May, I swore I would never fly by myself with the kids again. Kuddos to all the moms that can do it, but it's hard work and even harder when you have one that wants to use the potty and the other one is asleep in your arms.

My mom was kind enough to fly back with us and help me out. She was such a huge help on the plane and at one point both kids were asleep in our laps. We were able to enjoy some peace and quiet and it made flying a lot easier.

4. Brother/Sister time.
The main reason I spent such a long time in Houston this past summer was to help my parents out by staying home with my brother while they were at work. I jumped on the opportunity since we haven't had as much time to spend together. You would never know that we weren't blood related if you heard us talking. It's a true brother/sister relationship.

The best part of the trip was one of the last nights I was home. Kris and I stayed up talking and sharing stories and life experiences. For me, it helped me realize where he was coming from and treasure our relationship that much more.

3. Mooney Family.
Tuesday night, our good friends Ray & Marissa came over for a bit with the kids. Mason & Taylor were so excited to see the kids. It had been way too long since I saw Marissa and it was so nice to catch up with friends.

2. Brad & Jill.
Our good friends Brad & Jill were in Katy last weekend for Jill's first baby shower. I was supposed to make it, but we ended up staying a day later at the river. Sunday evening, they came over to my parents house after we got back in town. It had been a year since we saw them last. Taylor gave Brad kisses right away and Mason loved playing with his Toy Story magnets they gave him. I just wish we could have visited longer and Adam was there too. I got some great pics, so I'll post them soon.

1. We're home.
After being gone for a little over 7 weeks, it's good to be home. Mason has been asking to go to his house a lot this summer. When we pulled on our street, he could hardly contain his excitement. When we walked in the house, he ran in with his arms in the air and screamed "I'm home!"