Last weekend we traveled to Hutchinson to celebrate Christmas with Dave's Grandma and extended family. We had a lot of fun enjoying good food, spending time with family we don't get to see as often as we would like, and opening gifts.
After the party we packed up the kids and headed back to the cities to go to the Holidazzle parade. The kids really enjoyed it even though it was a bit cold outside. Ava was in awe with all the lights, sirens, and music. It was so fun seeing her get excited every time something new went by. After the parade we decided to go and do some last minute shopping at the Mall of America. My Dad, sister Leslie, her husband Josh, their kids, sister Kathy, and Owen (who had met us at the Holidazzle) decided to meet us there as well. It turned out to be a great last minute family night. We bought discount bracelets for the kids to ride the rides, so they hung out with Grandpa and their cousins, while Dave and I picked up a few last minutes gifts. There were no lines for the rides, so they had a ball. By the time we were done shopping, we spent a little more time in the theme park before leaving.
After we left MOA we went to IHOP for a late supper before driving home. Below are some sleepy babies on the drve home.
