Reese's Come to Visit!

We were so excited to have Tom's family come visit us last week from Utah! Tom hadn't seen his family in 7 months and we were really excited to show them our home. Annie came out a few days early and we loved having her here. We shopped, went swimming, played at the park, etc. Then we met up in Chicago with the rest of the family. While we were there we went to the Art Institute of Chicago, Shedd Aquarium, the beach, played in the fountain at Millennium Park, shopped the Magnificent Mile, ate deep dish pizza and Ghiradelli sundaes, took a boat tour, learned about architecture and just had a blast being together again. Ainsley loved being with her grandparents and aunts again and of course, being spoiled by them!

The Bean at Millenium Park

The whole family's reflection in the bean sculpture

Ainsley loved playing in the fountain at Millenium park and got soaking wet. We had to change her outfit before going to the aquarium.
Lake Michigan from Shedd Aquarium
Shopping at the American Girl store...like mother, like daughter!

Boat tour on Lake Michigan
Our little family enjoying the beach!Playing at the beach at Lake Michigan

This water is cold!

On the way home from Chicago, we stopped at Fair Oaks dairy farm for lunch. We saw newborn calves learn to stand for the first time, ate delicious grilled cheese sandwiches and homemade ice-cream, and taught Ainsley how to say "Moo"

The next few days, we enjoyed showing the family around B-town. It was so fun to show them where we live, shop, eat out, etc. We took them to a state park for a picnic then to the tiny artist community Nashville for souvenir shopping and sweets. The next day we hit the local farmers market. We bought fresh blueberries, corn, tomatoes, kettle corn, and even tamales. They were delicious. Afterwards we took them on a tour of campus so they could see where Tom goes to school. That afternoon, Grandma, Annie, and I took Ainsley to the children's museum Wonderlab to play. She loved it. That night we hit a favorite, Mother Bears for pizza. We were sad to see our week end. It was great to see family again and show them IN. Thanks for coming guys! We love you!!!

Ainsley and Grandpa enjoying a picnic

Even after 6 months of being away, Ainsley recognized her grandma immediately and always wanted to be with her!

Dancing with Grandpa at the farmer's market

Susie enjoying a tamale

The whole family at the Sample Gates on IU campus

Playing at Wonderlab

Enjoying some grandparent time

Eating ice-cream at Brusters. She is making her "Cold" face.

I love you Grandma, Grandpa, Aunt Annie, and Aunt Susie! Thanks for coming to see me!