Cousins

The cousins: Carson, Ginny, and Kendall

Auntie Amy with Ginny

Living in Illinois means that we don't get the opportunity to see my family very often. While my parents have been able to visit us, my sister and her family have not. Thety are quite busy with two active children, my niece Kendall and nephew Carson.  So, when we do make a trip to Florida, we make sure we visit with them. The last time we saw them was in early December.

Yesterday, my sister, Amy, her husband, Jeff, and my niece and nephew arrived. All seemed to be thrilled  to see Ginny.  My sister, in particular, couldn't wait to get her hands on her one and only niece.  Getting her to let go of her became the challenge. :)

Kendall hugging Ginny

My niece and nephew have been LOVING the visit with Ginny. Ginny seems specially drawn to Kendall.  You can already tell that Ginny looks up to her older cousin. Kendall appears to be enjoying all the attention thrown her way.  Carson also has a special fondness for Ginny.  Ginny is their only cousin so I'm quite sure this has something to do with it.

Carson, Aunt Amy, and Kendall with Ginny

Ginny experiencing sand on her feet for the first time.

After Amy and her family arrived, we all went to lunch at a Chinese buffet. Ginny discovered fried rice for the first time. She ate it all up, as well as some fruit and hot dogs.  Then, we went to a Mayport boat landing to feed bread to the sea gulls.

When we got back, the kids all went down for a nap or quiet time. Once everyone woke, we all spent time as a family. The cousins all delighted in playing with each other.

Kendall and Ginny spending quality time together

Today we had planned to go to the beach; however, the weather is preventing us.  At least the cousins will all get another day of playing and fun despite that.