Good Things Come to Those Who Wait: Visiting My Family

A couple of weekends ago I was able to visit my family. Unfortunately Spencer wasn't able to go because of school but I hadn't seen them since last Thanksgiving, so it was a much needed trip. I was there for just 4 days. We tried to pack everything in and see everyone so we were super busy.

I didn't tell any of my friends that I was coming to town because I knew I wouldn't have enough time to see them. Lucky for me Spencer and I will be going Home for Christmas. Only 29 days left, not that I am counting. Hopefully when we go for Christmas we wont be so rushed and will be able to see everyone and really enjoy our time there.

So my plane was delayed and I was at the airport for 5 hours! My parents didn't tell my brother and sister that I was coming. I was supposed to surprise them. My family was going to pick me up from the airport and then go out to eat, and just spend the rest of the evening with them. I didn't get into Portland till about 11:00pm. It was a school night so my brother and sister were asleep when I got home. My mom and I decided that I would wake them up and tell them that I was here. We woke Avree up first and then Bryson. They both had the same confusing look of "how did you get here" and "why are you here" and then when they really woke up they were excited to see me.

Avree and I took a lot of pictures together. Here are just a few of them. I have missed her soooo much!! As I type this I feel like crying. When I woke Avree up the first thing she said was "where is Spencer?" I told her he was still in Utah and she got a big smile on her face. She was glad that she got me all to herself for this little trip. We did a lot of shopping and went to the movies. We also spent a lot of time doing our hair and make-up. She is really into fashion and stuff. I never really was so she may have taught me a few things...I am so lucky to have such a wonderful sister! I love her so much!

Bryson went to Homecoming with Delaney. I didn't get a picture of her AMAZING shoes. I love my brother he is so awesome! He is always coming up with fun things to do.

We met up with my Aunts and Grandma for lunch.

We got our nails done! Avree was mad because they messed hers up but mine turned out good!

My dad showed off his guns. Spencer is so jealous of his new safe!

My dad, Avree and Bryson are into archery. It was pretty fun! They are all pretty good.

These are the kids that I used to watch while Spencer was on his mission. I was with them for two years. I love that we are still so close. They are getting so big! I loved hearing about all of the things they were doing. Keely is a soccer star and Teddy is learning how to play the piano. Avree babysits them now and made up a game called "the stair game" which we played. It was pretty great! I am so excited to see these two cuties again!

And of course I was excited to see these ladies! They were all surprised and excited to see me. I met the newest members of the family. The twins, Debby and Shelly.