A Georgia Girl in Germany

Other than a short visit with my brother for my grandmother’s funeral in November, I haven’t seen him or his family in nearly two years. We were long overdue for a visit, and I’m very thankful that it worked out that they were able to travel to Delaware for a long weekend while we were in the states. The kids got along wonderfully -- as if they’re around each other all the time (well, maybe even better than that since there was very little arguing or disagreements). Zachary and Rachel definitely inherited the tomato-loving gene from Nana!

Andy shared his love of animals with Zachary and Benjamin. Fortunately, Nana had a classic toy barn for them to pull out and play with.

Andy really loved spending time with Zachary. Zachary’s really good with young kids, so it was a natural attraction.

Rachel and Any picked out their first Webkinz animals, so my three showed them the in’s and out’s of Webkinz World online.

Don’t Benjamin and Andy look cute in their matching shirts? Since Benjamin often makes faces for photos, and Andy doesn’t always like staying still for photos, I was doubly impressed that I got this photo!

Andy needed a little cuddle time with his daddy after running around a bit.

From “A” to “Z:” Andy, Rachel, Benjamin, MacKenzie and Zachary.

They all had a very good day in front of the camera...well, except if you look closely at Benjamin. He’s sticking out the very tip of his tongue (yes, this was the best photo of the group).

Nana with her two youngest grandsons.

We went outside to explore in Nana and Papa’s backyard. Andy decided to pal around with MacKenzie that evening, and he had lots to show her.



Since we couldn’t recreate the “dirt road” photo of Nana walking with the grandkids that we take each year on the farm, we tried taking one amidst the row of trees in the backyard. Rachel was intent on being the leader so is in front of everyone yelling directions into her toy microphone. When we tried to convince her that we needed a “leader in the back” (in an attempt to get her closer to the group), she paused and told someone else to be the “back leader.” Too funny! She wasn’t giving up her role as the main leader in front of this gaggle!

We eventually managed to get her to join everyone for a more traditional pose amongst the pines.

Andy liked it when Zachary and MacKenzie helped him jump real high. What a treat!

Then they’d help him jump into MacKenzie’s arms.

Before heading back inside, we played a “Nana- and Papa-friendly” game of duck, duck, goose (no sitting down). The kids really enjoyed chasing after each other. They actually fared better than the adults most times. I suppose it’s because they’re closer to the ground and more agile so could get away quicker.



Andy didn’t quite have all the rules down, and managed to slow down Papa by grabbing hold of his legs.

When Papa chased Andy around the circle, Andy broke free and ran through the yard. He was determined to get away at any cost.

When Andy chased Papa again, he managed to catch up to him and tackle him. Fortunately, Papa was able to control his fall so neither of them got hurt.

What a great-looking group, if I do say so myself. We were all tickled that all the kids were cooperating and looking the same direction! Yeah!

Before everyone left for their respective homes, MacKenzie, Rachel and Benjamin had one last Webkinz session. They all logged on at the same time to play games and take care of their online animals. Benjamin enjoyed buying/sending presents to Rachel, and Rachel enjoyed earning money by playing the games.

Labels: Benjamin, MacKenzie, Nana and Papa, Stateside visits, Zachary