Our trip out to NY to visit Katy and Jason's family started on a Thursday, Justin and I packed up and hopped in the car and finally arrived a little after 11pm. After chatting and catching up way past midnight we all went to sleep!
On Friday Justin and I hung out with Katy and little Elijah till Jason returned home from work. Elijah's 1st birthday was coming fast, and we brought him a little gift!
Elijah opening his birthday gift! Playdough!
He was more excited by the packaging though...lol
Elijah with his Aunt Jen and Aunt Abby. We enjoyed getting to meet some of Jason and Katy's family and friends
Elijah checking out Justin's gaming stuff he brought
Justin, Elijah and Jason playing a game together
At the Katy's parent's home. I helped Katy make a little slideshow to surprise her family with the news about her 2nd child being on the way!
There was a lot of squealing and joy after they figured it out.
Jenny and Elijah playing the guitar for us.
On Sunday morning we attended church with Katy and Jason. The church they attend was originally built in 1889 and had several gorgeous stained-glass windows.
I do not know if these windows are original to when the church was built in 1889, but they were still very gorgeous!
Look at those vibrant colors!
I should add that the windows were huge too!
In really loved these Calla Lillies in the stained glass.
Katy is a pianist for the church, once she started practicing before service,
Elijah started "singing", it was so cute!!
Elijah and Jason
After church the guys decided that they would make us a special lunch.
Justin is amazing when it comes to cooking
Jason and Justin made a brunch style meal
I cannot express how much of a blessing Katy's friendship is to me!!
It was a wonderful meal
French toast is one of my favorites
One of my favorite couples ever.... :)
Elijah cuddling with his mommy after a restful nap.
It is always so cute to see a little child cuddling with their mom.
Later on in the afternoon we drove to Jason's family's home. We saw some more of the beautiful buildings and farms.
At Jason's family's home.
Justin enjoyed playing board games with Jason's siblings
Monday morning was heralded in by this little "songbird"
We decided to take Elijah to the local park!
I love those brown eyes!
We had a great time making Elijah laugh
We found this canon near the park, it was part of a WWI memorial.
That evening Justin made us Orange Chicken and rice with veggies. It was DELICIOUS!
On Tuesday morning we started to pack up and prepare to leave.
After hugs and goodbyes, we got in the car and began the long journey home.
I should add that it rained the entire trip home!
I am not sure what town we were in, but the buildings looked cool.
I am so thankful that we made the trip out to see Katy, Jason and their family. It was a blessing to my heart! We are hoping to be able to visit again next year!
God bless,
~Rebecca
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