party today

Dannell and John hosted a party today to celebrate the two birthdays.  It was a great day to be together.

I took a few pictures with no particular plan or purpose.  We brought a pile of souvenirs from Mexico so they could pick out something fun.  They ate candy and sifted through the pile. 

No kids here. All the screaming  and laughing was coming from John and Dannell's room, actually.

Time for presents!

And cake!

Thanks for having us, and hosting such a fun party.

Best wishes to you two birthday people for the year ahead.

Love you all, and so good to be home,  Love, MOM aka Grandma
 

home again

Took this pic out the plane window as we approached the Minneapolis St Paul airport.

Yeah.

Six degrees.

It's fine.

There were three kids (well adults honestly) and one dog all happy to see us back home again, and we were glad to see them.

It was a great week, but as always, one of the best parts is coming back home again.

I love you guys, MOM

the last day

Heidi saw this picture and asked, "Is Dad going to come home?  He seems like he belongs in Mexico."

Tomorrow night at this time, we'll be home.

Love, Val
 

happy birthday

Happy birthday to the best birthday buddy ever!

You are brave and funny and bold and kind.  

This whole family is better with you in it.
 

Looking forward to seeing you Sunday.

Happy birthday, you two,  Love forever, Everybody

botanical garden

Love, Val
 

boca de tomatlan

 

This is a beautiful place, south of Puerto Vallarta.  We haven't been here since 2017.

Love, Val

monday in mexico

 

Love, Val

beautiful evening

 

Love, Val

sunny day

Love, Val