*All photos on this blog post are copyright Shulamit Gehlfuss
I decided that Nans’ birthday would be the perfect time test out my ability to travel to San Antonio on my own with my three littles. We set out early (before 6am) and only had to make one stop about 40 minutes away from my parents house. Not bad for a three hour drive with three kiddos two and under! It also did wonders for my maternal confidence!
We enjoyed spending a few days visiting with my parents, my brother and Aunt Shula and were so happy to find Nan, who has experienced some serious health issues recently, in great spirits. She was all smiles when she spotted my boys. Nan has always lit up in the presence of small children and babies, as long as I can remember. When family would come and visit, it was all about the kids. And being one of “the kids” this always sat well with me. I am enjoying that aspect of her personality even more now that it is all about MY kids. She just loves these little boys so much. It makes her day/week/month when they are able to get over for a visit. We had a lovely morning visit with Nan on her birthday and Aunt Shula took some pictures of our visit. I had so wanted to get some of Nan with all three of my boys!
Elijah and Rory rocking the double stroller.
Patrick enjoyed his ride as well.
Elijah spots Nan!
Nan looking bright eyed at her visitors
Rory enjoyed Nan’s birthday beads.
My sweet Elijah holding Nan’s hand.
Patrick enjoyed some solo time on Nan’s lap
Nan and the three boys. I love this picture even though Nan blinked.
Elijah took Nan for a ride in her wheelchair.
Patrick and Rory both seem to prefer their hands to the pacifier at times.
Elijah is not so sure he wants to share his snack.
Elijah getting a good bye kiss from Nan
Rory kisses!
It is amazing. Nan used to seem so big to me when I was little. Now she seems so small. To be fair she IS smaller than she was but still. It is amazing how things change.
Patrick’s kisses
The night before there was a “Prom” for the residents. So on our way out I, of course, could not stand to miss the photo op. My handsome date is Patrick!
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