friends forever

Even though we will see them all in two short weeks, it was still hard to see them go. We had so much fun. My dear friend Audrey brought her four sweet kids and my sweet sister and her two cute kids down for a visit last week. I knew Audrey and her kids were coming and we were all counting down the days until they got here. My sister showing up though, was a complete surprise. I took a double take on her when I saw her get out of Audrey's car at 3:00 in the morning. Such a fun surprise. All of our kids have basically known each other since the day they were born. We did the things we use to do back in Herriman while they were here. We went to the park, hung out, traded stories, it was a blast and a good time every second they were here. Having them here made me MISS them all even more....if that is even possible!

I so wish we would of gotten a picture of us leaving for church the Sunday they were here. 3 moms, one Cort, and 10 kids. We put on quite the show that day in sacrament. I smile every time I think about it. Oh the memories!

Pajama dancing. Talan with "his" Sarah. All on there own, started dancing around in their pjs and then they would fall to the ground and laugh and laugh. They have such a special bond. Such fun friends.

Making and decorating gingerbread cookies.

These boys couldn't get enough of Mario on the Wii. They would of played it all day long if we would of let them.

Loads of programs were performed and songs written. I LOVE this picture.

Breakfast with Santa at Tay's school at 7:00 in the morning the day after they all arrived at 3:00 in the morning. I don't think Tay and Elle ever went to sleep that night when they got here. They were so excited to see one another. They both crashed hard though the following night.

Playing at the park

LOVE these two girls

Easton and Lukey. Sure to be the best of friends just like the rest of us.

Checking out the lights at the temple. Love that us Welkers are all wearing coats and the Buchanans are wearing short sleeves. The best part is I think it was like 65 degrees that night.

Talan admire baby Jesus at the temple. He was so in to it and is still talking about it.

Taylor and my niece Hadlie. Taylor loved having her here and carried her around a lot. Hadlie was sweet enough to let her.

Why is it I never get pictures of me with my friends and sisters?? But lots with the kids!?? I will be sure to get some this coming week on our much awaited trip to Utah. So can't wait! I feel so blessed to have such GREAT friends and sisters in my live. A true friend is a hard thing to come by these days and I feel so fortunate to have so many in my life. Love to you all. Thanks again Whitter and Audrey. Can't wait til next time. :)