We had a great time visiting my Grandma, Uncle Doug and Aunt Debbie for a few days in Arizona! Although it is a neighboring state, it is the first time we have ever traveled to Arizona... and we discovered so many wonderful things to do there. The kids loved seeing Grandma again, as it had been a whole year since they last saw her (and they know that she loves to spoil them!). Thanks for hosting us in your home Doug and Debbie! It was wonderful visiting with you. Here's a few pictures of our adventures while we were there...
Part of the Truax clan
Uncle Doug and Micah at the top of the mountain
Looking out over the valley
A rare picture of me and Nathan
Micah liked being in the lead... the farther ahead, the better (as far as he was concerned)
Doug took us to a Dodgers/Diamondback game one night. Micah is a true Angelino though - he told Doug up front that he would go, but he would be rooting for the Dodgers. He was in good company as there were several other Dodger fans there as well.
It was a good game - the Dodgers won 13-3
The kids had lots of fun riding around the neighborhood and the dirt paths on the motor scooters, even though Mama was less than thrilled with the idea!
There goes Daddy and Ashlyn
Here come Doug and Micah
Uh-oh! Is that a Beaver hat that Micah has on? Don't show Nana or Uncle Bobby!
Micah was very excited about the pool! Even though the weather wasn't very hot, and the water was cool, he wanted to be in there as much as possible. This was his first swim of the season.
The rock waterfall at the end of the pool made for a great jumping platform!
This was a favorite spot for the kids... in Grandma's room watching TV. They know all they have to do is walk in the room and Grandma is quick to find a show they like.
Ashlyn also discovered Grandma's little snack - sugar puffs. Both Ashlyn and I were surprised about a week later when we opened Ashlyn's purse and found that Grandma gave her a little baggie filled with sugar puffs. Ashlyn was giddy with excitement over the find!
Doug and Micah sword fighting
One afternoon we went up to the Hohokam ruins to hike around. This was fun as we learned a little about the Hohokam in school this year.
Barb and Debbie
It was great to spend some time with my Aunt Debbie, probably the first significant amount of time since I've been an adult.
Crazy boys
Ashlyn discovered the bean bag toss in the back yard... here she comes with an armful of bean bags.
She discovered that the game is much easier if you stand right next to the hold and just drop the bag in.
Ashlyn and Grandma ~ fun times!
Grandma and Uncle Doug
Ashlyn and Grandma exploring together outside.
Ashlyn wasn't too sure about the pool, but she was willing to dip her feet in as long as Daddy was sitting right next to her.
Micah loved the rock landscaping of Arizona!! And finding a large dumptruck made it even better. If you ever need rocks moved around, just ask Micah. He'd be happy to help you out!
One last snack with Grandma before heading home.
Got the ball and heading to the base...
OUT! Great play Micah!
Ashlyn always had fun playing on the bleachers during the game, as well as munching on any treats that Mama brought for her.
Micah's last at-bat of the season
Baseball ready
Heading home!
What a great season! And what a privilege to have Daddy as one of his coaches!
So proud of my little guy!
We celebrated the season with a pizza party at Round Table. Here's Micah with a few of his Tball buddies.
Ashlyn was thrilled to get her own drink!
Coach Bert handing out trophies, as well as a certificate awarding each player with a special award. Micah's award was "The Team Player" award, for his flexibility to play whatever postion the coaches placed him in, even when it wasn't his favorite position.
Excited about a yummy cupcake!
Micah and Coach Bert
Coach Daddy and Micah
