csp weekend 2013

To say our recent trip to Rapid City was amazing would be an understatement.  Every moment of the long weekend was unforgettable.  From simply watching Lucas and Madison play in Grandma S. back yard to laughing as my dad runs around a field trying to fly a kite for the kids.  Each memory is forever etched in my heart.

We are the LUCKIEST family to have THEE most amazing grandparents.  Their love, affection and endearment for our kids is evident in every minute spent together.  Giggles from my little Carson and bent over laughter from my daughter, life is perfect. 

The cousins were over the moon to have us there.  Lucas is still warming up to the idea of sharing Grandma Stewart but maybe with time that will change {Kari and I are both praying for that!}.  Aunt Kari kisses Carson almost as much as me and Uncle Matt even got smiles.   Aunt Keila had her arms wrapped around Carson as much as possible.  We are blessed!!

Great Grandma Benson was able to travel from MN to join our celebratory Custer State Park Free Weekend as well.  We are happy she is able to make that drive.  Quite amazing from a young lady like that!

Our weekend was a ping pong match of sorts, bouncing and bobbing between house and events.  We would have the weekend no other way.

First the Stewarts {Ben's Family}

Then the Bensons {Cassie's Parents}
         Ben and I were able to sneak away and take a drive through the park in Mary and Gary's Jeep.

On to the first day at Custer Park

First the Pancake Feed

 

Let the Fishing Derby begin at Sylvan Lake

 

On to the fire truck demo

And next..... Ben Stewart's Airplane Show {a bit impromtu}

We rested up and the next day began with rain, rain, rain.  Although the weather may have slowed us down and cut our day in half, we still enjoyed.

We huddled inside hoping for a break in the rain.  The bird show was delayed and unfortunately that just gave more opportunity to the rain.

We closed up and decided to huddle under a covered picnic area and enjoy our ham sandwiches.

Ben and I took all the kids {minus Carson} to Chuckie Cheese.  Holy crazy town.  Little much for parents of two.  We had 3 rambunctious boys and a little lady following that example.  The kids all behaved great, such good boys, but a kid is a kid.  With flashing lights and "pick me" music who does not get excited.  Having that one on one time with the boys with them was just what we wanted.  We all had a great time!!

Our last day was bitter {not sweet at all}.  I hated leaving, saying good bye to all our wonderful family and friends.  I was completely nauseous.

Great memories with the greatest family we could ask for!