Casey's Visit

In early October, we welcomed a friend from Montana to our home for a 5-day visit. Casey attended our church in Billings and became good friends with Jason. The two would often meet to throw a football together or play poker with a group of guys. We were happy that Casey chose to spend his vacation time from work with us here in Texas!

This was Casey's first time meeting Adley. During his visit, Casey often got down on the floor to play with Adley or would volunteer to hold her when Amy had her hands full. Adley enjoyed her new playmate!

Casey jumped right in to play with the boys too. He read books with them,

played several games of Battleship,

and joined in on the popular front-yard football games.

Jason and Casey spent some guy-only time together during the week by visiting NASA, attending an Texas A&M game,

and playing poker with some other friends (including Matt and Jonathan).

One of Casey's special requests during his visit was to see Galveston Beach. We were more than happy to oblige! Our whole family took a day trip there. The weather was just perfect for a beach day! Jaden and Cody tried out their birthday kites from Uncle Andy. When the boys tired of kite-flying, Casey took over and flew the kite even through our picnic lunch!

The boys also enjoyed playing and writing in the sand,

jumping in the waves, running along the beach,

and (go figure!) playing a game of sand football. :)

The boys also showed Casey how they like to feed the seagulls.

Adley's second time at the beach was a little more challenging for Mommy and Daddy. A crawling baby who constantly puts her hands in her mouth + Lots and lots of sand = A difficult combination! To avoid this scenario, Adley spent a lot of time in the water with Mommy and really loved it. She didn't seem intimidated by the waves this time.

Adley also enjoyed her quality time relaxing with Daddy. :)

Our family loved having an excuse to visit the beach again this month. Thanks to "Mr. Casey" for visiting us out here in Texas!