THE COUSINS!

I married into a really cool extended family. I knew that before, but then Matt's cousins came to visit and I remembered just how fun and fabulous they really are. They only flew in for a few days, but we made the most of it. Lucky for us, Seattle had the most AMAZING weather while they were here.

We headed to Ipanema Grill in downtown Seattle the first night they were here. DELICIOUS. We also saw the gum wall that evening. Not so delicious.
Saturday was a whirlwind Seattle day, much like the ones I remember from my childhood. How many Seattle sights can you cram into a day? Well . . . we did a lot! First we drove to the top of our hill to enjoy the views, which could not have been more perfect.

Then it was time to hit the city. After eating our way through Pike Place Market, we wandered through shops along the waterfront, drank hot chocolate at Starbuck's, and fed the seagulls.

Isaac and Danny rolling down the hill near Pike Place.

Sean & Danny at Beecher's

Then it was off to Seattle Center. International Fountain? Check. Pacific Science Center? Check. Laser show? Check. Space Needle? Check. Tired kids? Check.

We didn't head home until we found the troll under Fremont bridge though. The cousins had energy to hit the mall later that night. Matt and I, not so much.
Sunday was filled with church, waterfalls, and playing games - PIT and Wacky 6's. Despite losing often, it was loads of fun.
And Monday, it was already time for them to fly back to real life. Sean, Katie, Isaac, and Calie - YOU ROCK! Thanks for a fantastic visit. We can't wait to see you again!