Visit to Ottumwa

Our first trip of the summer found us spending a quick weekend with the Tschetter-Siedschlaw family in Ottumwa, Iowa. After living the past several years in Calgary we are very happy to have them back within driving distance (though it still took us six months to make it to their new home.) 

We arrived late Friday night so Cadyn + Tegan gave Kylie the tour Saturday morning

The rendezvous soon moved outdoors to enjoy the morning before temps got too high. 

Checking out the amazing playhouse

Ryan was in charge of the bubbles

Testing out the water in the new pool

The slide was a big hit, other than when you forgot to land on your feet

The activities moved inside with yummy Mexican food for lunch, followed by playtime with this captivating flying fairy...

The little people weren't the only ones entertained

A kid at heart

ring around the rosie...

they all (or most) fall down

bouncy balls...

...and dance parties. 

Ryan teaching his goddaughter some sweet moves

Saturday night we enjoyed some adults only time while the TS's regular babysitter came over to watch the littles. We saw the sights of Ottumwa, enjoyed dinner at the local brewery and drinks at a nearby bar.

Sunday brought more fun watching the kids play together, and catching up with our dear friends. The TS family gave Kylie this adorable cupcake shirt for Christmas, and Cadyn was super excited we brought it along and they could match for the day. 

This makes my heart happy

You can't stop them, you can only hope to contain them

 

Kylie was thrilled by the plethora of new toys to play with this weekend, especially the slide in the basement. 

Twinning is winning

Thanks to the TS family for hosting another fun-filled weekend! We love you guys, absolutely adore seeing the kiddos play together, and are thrilled to have you close again. We look forward to making many more memories over the years and seeing if Tegan's prediction comes true.