We are so lucky! Marion and David have several family members in Phoenix, and when they asked whether the two of them could stay with us for a few days while they made the rounds for a visit, we were thrilled to say Yes!
They are the easiest company ever... They came and went as they pleased - and weren't offended when we did the same... Easy to feed, low-maintenance to entertain, and though it doesn't even require stating: they are awesome babysitting help (I even got a haircut -- bliss!).
Come back any time, Henry fam!
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Just like old times -- except Nolan fills up Mr. David's lap a little more these days.
Speaking of full laps...
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Mr. David is also a great quick-action photographer and snapped several sweet pics of Nolan.
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No beautiful day is complete without a little park time.
A kid at heart!
(Still can't believe you guys were here!)
Scarlett and Marion soaked up some rays.
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On their final day in Phoenix, David and Marion treated Nolan and me to a morning at the Desert Botanical Gardens. I had never been, and it was a beautiful time of year to go. I must say: I had no. idea. there were so many varieties of cacti and yucca and succulents. And it's amazing they can get so many non-native plants to grow out here! Not sure you could have even seen the whole place in a day.
The Garden was also hosting several special Chihuly exhibits, so his works were scattered throughout. They are so amazing.
An acquired taste: the desert beauty grows on you after a little while.
...except for this. This will never be pretty. It could be a sermon visual illustration for sin.
Chihuly's "red reeds"
Marion learned the 3 qualities required to make a "desert". I don't remember what they were, but Minnesota didn't qualify.
More interested in Cheerios than in Chihuly.
A great day spent with some great people! Thank you guys for your generosity.
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All good things must come to an end.
We are so happy you came, Marion and David! Looking forward to next time!
I'm so glad that we could come. We look forward to our next explore of your corner of the country!
ReplyDeleteSo fun! Such a blessing to have familiar and loved people to visit! And, wow, the Chihuly Red Reeds...took my breathe away!
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