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Monday, July 6, 2009

Kids on the couch

This weekend we reuinted with some of the families we met on our first visit trip to Guatemala. At the time (September 2007) the kids were 4-5 months old. There were seven children in our group and the families really hit it off. We have kept in touch via e-mail, sending each other pictures and updates periodically over the last 1 1/2 years. We were happy to be able to see three of the families again on Friday and Saturday and we took the opportunity to recreate this couch photo that we took back in Guatemala in 2007.

From left to right: Luke, Alaina, Grace, Emma, Lizzie, Mya, and Jordan.

From left to right: Lizzie, Alaina, Grace, Mya, and Luke
Grace looked adorable in her patriotic dress and she did make it for another night of fireworks! She sat in her wagon (boy, that was a great purchase!) with her blanket and watched the show saying "boom" and "more" until we finally called an end to the day at 11PM! Grace has always been a great sleeper, but I was extra happy that she slept until almost 10:00 on Sunday and went in for an early afternoon nap that day that lasted three hours. I think all the playing and celebrating wore her out!

6 comments:

cathybcareers said...

Grace, Nana loves flowers and knows lots of names of them. When I see you next to the flowers; I think you are prettier than the Tiger Lillies. It was fun seeing your "old" friends. Next year I am coming to the reunion. Love Nana

Arena Mom said...

That is awesome that you guys got to all see each other and get those pictures! Reminds me of the couch pictures many parents get with their kids in China. I really want one of those wagons by the way. I know what you mean too..Mayna slept until 10:40 one day!!!

Kellie said...

I'm always amazed at how much they change over time. Both couch pictures are adorable! Grace looks cute in her 4th of July outfit. Red is a good color for her!

Susan said...

The original couch picture was one of my all time favorites. I love how you recreated it -- what a bunch of beautiful kids!

Phyllis said...

Grace, what a wonderful time you must have had! Hope you all will always remain friends.

Pineapple Princess said...

The picture of "then" and "now" is just precious!
Aren't they all beautiful!?