A week with Grandpa and Grandma

Last week Kyle went to Idaho to hang out with some guys and watch the solar eclipse. During the time frame he was gone, I was scheduled to work 5 12-hr days! Instead of trying to figure out babysitting during that time, we asked Grandpa and Grandma if they would come stay up here with us. And they said yes!

They flew in Thursday afternoon and Kyle was able to pick them up at the airport. We did an early birthday party for Lydia that evening (more on that later!) and then Kyle headed out Friday morning for Idaho. I worked Friday, Sunday, and Tuesday but decided to take Saturday off so that I could enjoy some time with them as well. Plus...that many days in a row can be a bit exhausting when you aren't used to three little girls! Let's be honest, it can be exhausting even when you are used to them!

Saturday we met up with the rest of my family for a hike around Squires Lake. I think everyone enjoyed the fresh air and all the kids did amazingly well! Afterwards, we headed over to Mom and Dad's house for pizza and a little more time together.

On Monday, the big event of the day was viewing the Solar Eclipse. Bellingham was supposed to be able to see 90% totality and we had a perfect view from our back porch! Grandpa and the girls made some viewing boxes the day before and I had also picked up a few cheap pairs of viewing glasses from the grocery store so we were all set! Haleigh didn't really care and spent the whole time dancing to YouTube videos! Annaliese wanted to stay inside because it was pretty warm out, but frequently came to check out how the sun was changing. It definitely got darker and significantly cooler for a short time! 

Thank you so much for coming! We loved every minute of having you here!