Quick trip to KC

         The older we are all getting, the faster life is going. Sadly it had been over a year since we had seen the northernmost Lovejoy's.... we had not ever met Ben.  Thankfully Justin had to come down the the lower 48 for some training., so we made a point to head to Kansas City to see them, with Mom and Dad headed in from Arkansas.  It was a really great chance, despite some cold, snowy weather to reconnect.   We were able to head to some museums, aquariums, and just hang out.

   For Christmas, since we knew we were going to be together, we purchased some family photos for Mom and Dad. They ended up great, but I do not have the finally proofs. I was able to grab a few cute pics of the kids while they were dressed up.  Ben did not corporate but the others were all smiles

Elise (4), Lauren (6), Katherine (7), and Cooper (9)

    The next day we went to the World War I History Museum, and the Kansas City Aquarium. The museum was really interesting, and I was glad we got a chance to check it out, especially being a history buff.   

Kate dressed as a solider

Lauren's Turn

Dad, Mom, Lauren, Kate, Elise, Cooper and Uncle Justin in front of a trench

    After the museum, we headed across the street to the aquarium. Since we are so blessed , we have been to a lot of aquariums. I think this one was a really great one. We saw an octopus, sea horses and 

very large sting rays.

Ben checking out the Fish

Very large Sting Ray hanging out - Lauren not sure what to think

Elise and Ben

Kate and Lauren's turn

    We spent Monday bowling and playing laser tag, which I am officially not really great at. It was so great to see all the family, and wish we could see each other more often. I will post the family pics once completed.