the gang's all here

We had another day of gift giving and celebrating once the rest of the family showed up.

The cousins were all happy to be together - and ready to play!!!

Even with all those beautiful packages under the tree, they were amazingly patient... the grown ups made them line up and take turns opening presents.

(I know, we're so malicious! But they did it!!)

The best part was how excited they got for each other... it was so fun to watch!

The kids all got a great gift from Yaya & Papa - a playhouse that you can color yourself! 

It went up on Monday and as far as I know is still there...

Hamp's sweet contribution to the playhouse!

The rest of the days were spent playing games...

... but we did manage to get out of the house one day to go see the trains at UT! They were amazing, and the kids spent the better part of an hour enjoying the whole experience.

We made it to Five Guys for lunch - then it was back to games and foosball and playhouse and family time before the trip came to an end. 

It could not have been a better visit with the family!

We are so grateful for everyone who made it such a great trip, such a memorable holiday and such fun times for all. We hope to all get together again soon!!!

traditional "Hightower men + Grace" family picture