Jack and I went to Kirksville this weekend to spend time with Mimi, Papa and to see Uncle RyRy! We got to town around 2:30 on Friday, just in time to make it to my Mom's school so she could show him off to all the teachers and faculty. He was a bit nervous at first because her students were all swarming him but he warmed up because a few of them had caterpillars (fascinating!). Once Ben made it over (he walks from the middle school), we headed out to my parent's house. Jack was so excited. For some reason, he LOVES my parent's driveway (it's rock)...as you can see below he spent a good portion of the weekend throwing rocks. Funny story: my dad got home and said "Jack do you want to watch Papa on the tractor?" so we walked up to the barn and my dad starts up the tractor. Not even 30 seconds go by and Millie, my parent's cat (who lives outdoors), runs by...Jack doesn't ever get to see cats except for books or his Little People figurines so needless to say he lost ALL interest in Papa's tractor and ran off to harass the cat.
Saturday we went over to Truman State University to see Ryan. Jack would not stop asking about RyRy the night before because he was very confused to why Ryan wasn't there. I called my brother as we parked and he walked downstairs to let us in...as he opened the door, Jack spotted him and it was like out of a movie. Jack goes running, screaming RyRy RyRy!!! It was so adorable. I wish I would have gotten a picture as Ryan bent down to pick him up - melt my heart.
We got to see Ryan's room and it smelled nice because he brewed coffee right before we arrived (much appreciated). We picked up Erin (Jack's teacher/babysitter) from her new house and we all went out for lunch. Poor Erin, she got pelted with Jack's fries through the last 15 minutes or so. Late Saturday afternoon, Jack and I stopped by to see my dear friend Tish and her 8 month old daughter, Violet. Unfortunately Jack was in a possessive mood (shock I know) but he wouldn't let me hold her :( That's okay she was happy to let me make funny faces and read to her. It was wonderful spending time with them even if it was a short visit.
Saturday night, Mom and I saw The Help which was AMAZING!! Disclaimer: I did NOT read the book. Papa had the joy of putting Jack to bed and I think he enjoyed his Mickey Mouse Clubhouse cuddle time pre-bed :)
Sunday morning, we woke up to cinnamon rolls and lots of train time. Uncle "B" was obsessed with Thomas the Train when he was little so lucky Jack because my parents kept EVERYTHING!! And since Ben was the baby, he truly had every train, accessory, track piece, etc. I love not having to take toys with us.
We had a wonderful weekend - thanks Mimi & Papa!!! We love you!
