Going to Grandma's house (and Grandpa's, Gigit and Frank's)

Not too long ago Maia and I took a trip to see Grandma, Grandpa, and Uncle Nick in a far away land called South Dakota. It was a long journey and we, I mean I, had to carry all our stuff as we got in and out of 3 different airplanes. We kept our smiles on because we were headed to see some very special people (and their 2 dogs). There was lots of fun to be had in the land of South Dakota. Grandma had fun with a giant sombrero and so Maia had to try it on for size as well.

Not to mention the many different smiles that were had playing with Grandpa.

Uncle Nick came by and stole Maia's heart. She loves her Uncle Nick. There was an abundance of laughter when he was around.

Maybe even more laughter when Gigit was around. Maia found that she loved little dogs more than cats, at least more than our scared-ey cat Meko. The dogs, Gigit (the pug) and Frank, did not run away from her when she was let loose on the floor. In fact, they just gave her kisses after kisses.

In South Dakota, Maia made some new friends. Grandma runs a daycare and so there were lots of little people running around. This made Maia so happy because she gets so excited when there are little kids in the area. Some of these kids entertained Maia with bubbles.

One friend in particular was closer in age to Maia and had just learned how to walk right before we arrived. So they got to play with each other when she (Ellie) was around.

More fun with Grandpa was had.

We got the chance to visit a park that I grew up going to as a kid. This park is called Storybook Land. There are lots of play structures that reflect different children's stories and so we played a little there.

As always, all good things must come to an end. We had so much fun visiting Grandma and Grandpa in South Dakota. It's a treat to be out there!!! Hopefully we will be back soon!!!