Texas Comes to Arkansas to Celebrate the 4th of July!

We did it. We've lived in Arkansas for less than 5 months, and we were able to talk my brother Jeff and sister-in-law Kathleen into making the 8 hour road trip from Austin to come visit us! I think they only made it to Minneapolis once in the 4 years we lived there. After living in Texas for 10 years, I can see how the 6 months of winter in the frozen tundra of Minnesota would be a little daunting. :)

We started off with a little celebration for Jeff's birthday ... complete with a homemade citrus cake ... from scratch!

Then, what family doesn't love to bond with a little Rock Band?!?! I guess I should have gotten one for Jeff for his birthday too! Here's the dream team that consistently earned 5 stars on every song ...

We caught some fireworks, watched a couple movies, did a little shopping in Eureka Springs and enjoyed lots of Kyle's great cooking! We all had a nice time just enjoying each other's company and relaxing for the long weekend. Not something we get to do nearly enough.

And last, but certainly not least ... introducing ... our little niece or nephew! That's right. Jeff and Kathy will be parents in late December! That means Kyle and I will be Uncle and Aunt ... and that the pressure is off of us to have a kid anytime soon. :)

We can't tell you how glad we are that Jeff and Kath were able to visit. It's so nice to spend time with family ... especially while we are still getting familiar with our new surroundings.

Thanks, J and K, for making the drive. We can't wait to see you guys again! Remember, you have babysitters only 8 hours away!