The Samuels annual trip

The Samuels returned for another fun filled adventure in Austin.  We were able to catch up, watch the kids play, and relax.  Horseshoe Bay was a nice getaway with the kids enjoying exploring, miniature golf, swimming, and of course, ice cream and smores.

Every day we learned a little bit more about Ethan, Mia, and Eva.  Their personalities are so different and it was fun to see how the kids had changed and grown from last year.

The following weekend the Thomas' flew in from CA and we had a great time just catching up.  We just hung out Saturday at the house and watched the kids play on the Slip and Slide.  The next day we went to brunch at TNT, walked around at Zilker, and then had snow cones.  The kids later went to the pool with the guys while Betsy, Anita, and I had a nice date with some sangria.

The next day we went to LBJ museum, Pinthouse Pizza, and Gourdough's.  Then the Thomas' had to leave back to California.  What a fun weekend!  The next day we went to the Blue Hole in Wimberley and it was so relaxing and beautiful!  The kids loved wading and exploring the Blue Hole!

The next day we celebrated Ethan's birthday with an amazing capuccino trifle dessert courtesy of Betsy.  Happy 8th birthday to Ethan!

It's always sad at the end of two weeks when we have to say goodbye but we had such a fun time that I'll concentrate on those amazing days we had instead.