Hello Houston!

Cody and I have been looking forward to this Labor Day Weekend for quite some time now. This particular holiday weekend was not only a break from work, but it was filled with exciting family bonding including our first introduction (in person) to our sweet niece Addison Lynn, and my sister, Kirby's, 21st birthday (more on that to come). Cody arrived in Houston on Thursday evening, and was greeted with lots of lovin' from our beautiful red-headed niece. In case you're wondering, I am super proud to have another sassy redhead in the family, and rest assured that we spent lots of time bonding and discussing all of the necessities in life: clothes, shoes, and purses. Cody was smitten by Addison and he and I loved every second that we spent holding her close. She is a wonderful baby and Katie and Jason are such great parents already.

Uncle Cody and Addison

Aunt Britt and her red-headed protege 

 Johnson girls

Papaw loves that Addie so much!

Getting lots of Mimi and Papaw lovins

Sweet angel!

Katie, Cale and Addie watching some college football

We had a family photo shoot on Saturday morning, followed by a yummy lunch that my father-in-law, Lynn, grilled. After eating our fill of fajitas, chips and pico, we rested for a bit and my good friend Alison came over to visit. We hung out for a while and then made a trip out to Katy, TX to introduce Addison to her great grandparents, Cody's Grandma and Grandpa Johnson. It was so sweet to see Grandma and Grandpa Johnson love on their 18th great grandchild! They are so wonderful and it was great to see them and a few other members of the Johnson clan.

 Alison and Cody

Alison & me-- love this girl soooo much!

Grandpa & Grandma Johnson with their 18th great grandchild, Addison Lynn

Grandpa and Grandma Johnson with a couple of their grandkids & a great grandchild

Cody & his grandpa. Notice the resemblance? 

Before we headed to College Station, we woke up early to spend a little time playing with Miss Addie. She was so active and awake! We couldn't get enough of her faces and little sweet noises.

So in love with this little princess!

It was definitely hard to say goodbye when it came time to leave Houston. I had not been back since we moved to Memphis almost 2 years ago, and being there brought back so many wonderful memories. Plus, Cody and I always treasure the time we get to spend with both of our families, especially now that it happens a little less often than it used to. The last time that all of Cody's clan was together was last Christmas, so we truly cherish the moments when we can all spend time visiting and catching up. Luckily, we won't have to wait another 9 months before we see each other again! Thanks so much, Katie & Jason for opening your home to all of us. It was a wonderful weekend and we're looking forward to reuniting at Thanksgiving!